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Flight deals from London Heathrow to Tehran

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from London Heathrow Airport to Tehran? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from P46,242. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Tehran.P29,562 per passenger.Departing Thu, 30 Apr.One-way flight with Azerbaijan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Azerbaijan Airlines, departs from London Heathrow on Thu, 30 Apr, arriving in Imam Khomeini International.Price includes taxes and charges.From P29,562, select.
Tehran.P29,562 per passenger.Departing Thu, 7 May.One-way flight with Azerbaijan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Azerbaijan Airlines, departs from London Heathrow on Thu, 7 May, arriving in Imam Khomeini International.Price includes taxes and charges.From P29,562, select.
Tehran.P29,666 per passenger.Departing Sun, 1 Nov.One-way flight with Austrian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Austrian Airlines, departs from London Heathrow on Sun, 1 Nov, arriving in Imam Khomeini International.Price includes taxes and charges.From P29,666, select.
Tehran.P29,666 per passenger.Departing Tue, 26 Jan.One-way flight with Austrian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Austrian Airlines, departs from London Heathrow on Tue, 26 Jan, arriving in Imam Khomeini International.Price includes taxes and charges.From P29,666, select.
Tehran.P30,768 per passenger.Departing Mon, 26 Oct.One-way flight with Lufthansa.Outbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departs from London Heathrow on Mon, 26 Oct, arriving in Imam Khomeini International.Price includes taxes and charges.From P30,768, select.
Tehran.P32,559 per passenger.Departing Thu, 10 Sep.One-way flight with Azerbaijan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Azerbaijan Airlines, departs from London Heathrow on Thu, 10 Sep, arriving in Imam Khomeini International.Price includes taxes and charges.From P32,559, select.
Tehran.P33,571 per passenger.Departing Tue, 16 Jun.One-way flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from London Heathrow on Tue, 16 Jun, arriving in Imam Khomeini International.Price includes taxes and charges.From P33,571, select.
Tehran.P33,571 per passenger.Departing Thu, 27 Aug.One-way flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from London Heathrow on Thu, 27 Aug, arriving in Imam Khomeini International.Price includes taxes and charges.From P33,571, select.
Tehran.P33,599 per passenger.Departing Thu, 2 Jul.One-way flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from London Heathrow on Thu, 2 Jul, arriving in Imam Khomeini International.Price includes taxes and charges.From P33,599, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from London Heathrow to Tehran

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like London Heathrow to Tehran flights are currently cheapest in April.
Apr
from P29,562
May
from P29,562
Jun
from P33,571
Jul
from P33,599
Aug
from P33,571
Sep
from P32,559
Oct
from P30,768
Nov
from P29,666
Dec
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Jan
from P29,666
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Alternative London Heathrow to Tehran routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from London Heathrow to Tehran? You could fly into the following airports instead.

Mehrabad International

2km from central Tehran
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Imam Khomeini International

36km from central Tehran
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from P29,562
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London to Tehran: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundP29,562
Cheapest month to flyApril

Finding cheap flights from London Heathrow to Tehran: Frequently asked questions

There are 2 airports in Tehran: Mehrabad International and Imam Khomeini International.
The best price we found for a return flight from London Heathrow to Tehran is P39,098. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from London Heathrow to Tehran. But we found flights with one or more stops from P39,098.
As of April 2026, there are no flights flying from London Heathrow to Tehran.
The cheapest month to fly from London Heathrow to Tehran is usually July.
If you're flying from London Heathrow Airport, the cheapest airport near Tehran is Imam Khomeini International – which is 36.4 km away from the centre of Tehran. We've found flights into this airport from P39,098.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from London Heathrow Airport to Tehran on Thursday, 9 July 2026.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between London Heathrow Airport and Tehran. Most routes have one or more stops.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Tehran but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Tehran is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In April, the average temperature is usually around 11°C. July is typically the warmest month in Tehran, when it usually averages around 32°C. You can expect the least rain in July. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging -5°C. The rainiest month is November.
Currently, Azerbaijan Airlines offers the cheapest flight tickets to Tehran.

Travelling from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Tehran: what you need to know

  • The timezone in Tehran is UTC+3:30. The city is three hours 30 minutes ahead of London, where London Heathrow Airport is located.

  • Give yourself plenty of time to catch your LHR to Tehran flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • During popular months such as July, it's wise to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight when you fly during peak periods in general.

  • Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to break up your journey and maybe even visit a new city. When browsing for plane tickets from LHR to Tehran, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Top options include:

    • Istanbul Airport (IST)

    • Frankfurt Airport (FRA)

    • Vienna International Airport (VIE)

  • LHR is about 26 kilometers from central London. If you're catching a taxi, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 45 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be around 25 minutes.

  • Looking for a hotel close to LHR? If you've booked an early flight from London Heathrow Airport to Tehran, these stays put the terminal practically at your doorstep:

  • When it comes to London Heathrow Airport's on-time performance, data shows 78% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.

How to find the cheapest flights from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Tehran

  • P29,562 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way London Heathrow Airport to Tehran flight. A return ticket right now is P39,098. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares may change.

  • Booking ahead of time is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from LHR to Tehran. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend on your ticket.

  • Landing cheap tickets from London Heathrow Airport to Tehran is easier if you can be flexible with your trip dates. Try using the 'Whole month' search tool to get the lowest prices across the month and snap up an awesome deal.

  • Locking in a cheap flight from LHR to Tehran couldn't be easier with Price Alerts. Simply set up one of these automatic notifications and we'll let you know as soon as a better deal is available.

  • Find a cheap flight from London Heathrow Airport to Tehran with the help of our filters. Select your preferred duration, number of stops and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals.

Airports in Tehran

Tehran Mehrabad International Airport (THR)

  • Tehran Mehrabad International Airport (THR) to the centre of Tehran takes around 25 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 13 kilometers away.

  • Travelling to the centre on public transport takes around 45 minutes.

  • Get off your flight from London Heathrow Airport to Tehran and be tucked up in your hotel bed shortly after. If you're looking for a convenient option just a quick drive from THR, check out Tehran Grand Hotel.

Tehran Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA)

  • Tehran Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA) is about 48 kilometers from the centre of Tehran. Once you've disembarked your flight from London Heathrow Airport to Tehran, it'll take you around 1 hour 5 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a taxi or ride-share.

  • You can expect the trip to take about 1 hour 30 minutes on public transport.

  • After getting off your LHR to Tehran flight, head for the comforts of a hotel close to IKA. Consider booking a room at Remis Hotel. Rexan Hotel is another option where you can recharge and plan your next move.

Best time to go to Tehran

  • March is the most popular month for flights from London Heathrow Airport to Tehran. To avoid the crowds, visit Tehran in December.

  • Before locking in your London Heathrow Airport to Tehran plane ticket, think about the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Tehran, with temperatures ranging from 23ºC (73ºF) to 38ºC (100ºF).

  • If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from LHR to Tehran in January when temperatures average between -6ºC (21ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF).

More about Tehran

  • Start your Tehran trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from London Heathrow Airport to Tehran, explore our range of accommodation options including:

  • National Museum of Iran and Golestan Palace are just two of the leading attractions to put on your Tehran travel itinerary. Keep the sightseeing going at Tehran Museum of Contemporary Art.

Explore more of Iran

  • Isfahan is just one of the many cities in Iran waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Tehran. Around 338 kilometers away to the south, its best attractions include Masjed-e Sheikh Lotfollah, Imam Mosque and Naqshe Jahan Square(Shah Square).

  • If you're interested in discovering another great destination in Iran, consider Qom, about 129 kilometers south of Tehran. Hazrat Fatima Masumeh Holy Shrine, A'zam Mosque and Qoli Darvish Historical Site are among the biggest draws.

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Prices shown on this page are estimated lowest prices only. Found in the last 45 days.