Traveling from Tehran to Tokyo: what you need to know
Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA) is Tehran's main airport. Explore your options for booking a flight from Tehran to Tokyo jetting off from here.
Touch down in Tokyo at Haneda Airport (HND) or Narita International Airport (NRT).
Tokyo's timezone is UTC+9, which makes Tokyo five hours 30 minutes ahead of Tehran.
For hassle-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to catch your Tehran to Tokyo flight.
During popular months like July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight when you travel during high season in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Tehran to Tokyo
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap Tehran to Tokyo flights if you book early. Airlines often have some great early bird deals.
Finding cheap plane tickets from Tehran to Tokyo is easier if you can be flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the lowest fares throughout the month and walk away with an incredible deal.
Save time searching for cheap flights from Tehran to Tokyo by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when fares go down.
Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your Tehran to Tokyo flight results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest.'
Flying from Tehran
Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA)
Consider adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper Tehran to Tokyo flight. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Imam Khomeini International Airport. Take a break (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these airports:
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Hamad International Airport (DOH)
IKA is around 25 miles from central Tehran. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the center, it'll take you 1 hour or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions.
If you're taking an early flight from Tehran to Tokyo, why not stay close by? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) at Remis Hotel. Rexan Hotel is another convenient option near Imam Khomeini International Airport.
When it comes to Imam Khomeini International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 69.19% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Arriving in Tokyo
Haneda Airport (HND)
Haneda Airport (HND) is approximately 11 miles from central Tokyo. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes around 15 minutes.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Tehran to Tokyo. Stay at one of these accommodation options near HND instead:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Haneda Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Europcar, Nissan Rent a Car or Times and experience the lesser-explored corners of Tokyo and beyond.
Lock in the best rate by reserving your vehicle from Haneda Airport around three weeks before your travel date.
HND is located at 3丁目 Hanedakuko, Ota.
Narita International Airport (NRT)
After your flight from Tehran to Tokyo has touched down, you can get to the city center in about 1 hour by car. Central Tokyo is approximately 35 miles from Narita International Airport (NRT).
There are some great places to lay your head close to NRT. Settle in and get cozy after your Tehran to Tokyo flight at one of these perfectly located options:
Airport Car Rental, JDM Rent a car and Miki Car Rental make picking up a Narita International Airport rental car easy and quick. These providers are located in or around the terminal and will have you ready to go in a flash.
Get the pick of the lot. Reserving your ride from NRT four weeks ahead of time often means better deals and a wider range of vehicles.
Narita International Airport can be found at 成田空港第2PTB(バス), Narita.
Best time to go to Tokyo
February is the quietest month for flights from Tehran to Tokyo, while April is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to go to Tokyo based on whether you want a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
The warmest month in Tokyo is August, with temperatures ranging between 79ºF and 84ºF. Lock in your Tehran to Tokyo ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
If you like traveling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from Tehran to Tokyo in February when temperatures average between 59ºF and 68ºF.
More about Tokyo
Start your Tokyo trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Tehran to Tokyo, explore our range of hotels including:
Every great adventure has to include some sightseeing. Tokyo Tower, Senso-ji Temple Yogodo and Mag's Park Rooftop Shibuya Crossing are must-do's during your Tokyo adventure.
Explore more of Japan
Yokohama is just one of the many places in Japan waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Tokyo. Around 19 miles to the south-west, popular attractions include Teishoin, Seya Christian Church and Banfukuji.
Osaka is another essential stop in Japan and is around 250 miles west of Tokyo. No journey is complete without seeing Osaka Castle, Dotonbori and Universal Studios Japan.