Imam Khomeini International Airport
Daylight today(Aug 29, 2026, local time)
About 13h 3m of daylight. Civil twilight (dawn/dusk) approximates the FAA definition of night for logging and currency. Times are computed and approximate — verify with official sources.
About Imam Khomeini International Airport
Tehran Imam Khomeini International Airport is the international airport of Tehran, the capital of Iran. It is located 2 kilometers (1 mi) from Vahnabad and 35 kilometres southwest of Tehran and is named after Ruhollah Khomeini (1900–1989), Iran's first supreme leader. The airport is operated by Imam Khomeini Airport City Company. It covers 13,400 hectares and has two terminals and two runways. All international flights into Tehran are served by the airport, and all domestic flights land at Mehrabad Airport. Imam Khomeini Airport is a hub for multiple airlines. As of the fiscal year ending on 20 March 2019, it ranked third in terms of passenger traffic in Iran.
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Live weather
OIIENOTAMs
OIIEReference only — not an official briefing. Always obtain a certified briefing (e.g. 1800wxbrief.com / your AIS) before flight.
NOTAM data via the FAA NOTAM system.
Live departures & arrivals
Flight data by AeroDataBox. Times are estimates — not for navigation; confirm with the airline.
Where you can fly from here
Current scheduled routes & daily frequency by AeroDataBox. Approximate — confirm bookable schedules with the airline.
Live traffic nearby
Aircraft currently within ~40 nm, from live ADS-B. Positions are approximately real-time — not for navigation.
Live ADS-B by adsb.lol & the OpenSky Network. Not for navigation.
Map
Runway centrelines, navaids and overlapping airspace. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Reference only — not for navigation.
Runways (2)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11L / 29R | 13,772 ft / 4,198 m | 148 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
| 11R / 29L▸ displaced | 13,425 ft / 4,092 m | 148 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (3)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| ATIS | ATIS | 127.200 MHz |
| GND | GND | 121.600 MHz |
| TWR | TWR | 118.700 MHz |
Navaids(1)
Airlines & destinations
Route data from OpenFlights — historical and may be out of date. Check current schedules.
Airspace in this area(3)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| TEHRAN TMA | Class C | TMA | 8500 ft MSL | FL275 |
| MEHRABAD CTR | Class D | CTR | GND | 8500 ft MSL |
| TEHRAN FIR | Special use | FIR | GND | FL999 |
Approximate bounding-box match from OpenAIP · all Iran airspace. Reference only — consult official charts for exact boundaries and status.
Weather by month
Share of VFR / marginal-VFR / IFR / low-IFR conditions by month over the last 8 years, with the prevailing wind and typical density altitude. Historical climatology — not a forecast.
Prevailing wind: NW (from about 315°), on 19% of observations, averaging 12 kt.
| Month | VFR / MVFR / IFR / LIFR | % VFR | Median DA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 80% | 2,647 ft | |
| Feb | 83% | 3,086 ft | |
| Mar | 91% | 3,783 ft | |
| Apr | 94% | 4,451 ft | |
| May | 94% | 5,144 ft | |
| Jun | 97% | 5,921 ft | |
| Jul | 95% | 6,332 ft | |
| Aug | 98% | 6,050 ft | |
| Sep | 97% | 5,343 ft | |
| Oct | 93% | 4,329 ft | |
| Nov | 75% | 3,315 ft | |
| Dec | 65% | 2,781 ft |
VFR MVFR IFR LIFR· density altitude ranges ~2,647–6,332 ft through the year· Source: NWS/IEM ASOS archive.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Imam Khomeini International Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Imam Khomeini International Airport?
The ICAO code for Imam Khomeini International Airport is OIIE, and its IATA code is IKA.
Where is Imam Khomeini International Airport located?
Imam Khomeini International Airport is large airport located in Tehran, Iran, at an elevation of 3,305 ft (1,007 m).
How many runways does Imam Khomeini International Airport have?
Imam Khomeini International Airport has 2 runways, the longest being 13,772 ft / 4,198 m.
Which airlines fly to Imam Khomeini International Airport?
Airlines historically serving Imam Khomeini International Airport include Aeroflot Russian Airlines, Air Arabia, Alitalia, Atlasjet, Austrian Airlines, Azerbaijan Airlines, among 21 carriers (based on OpenFlights route data, which may be out of date).
How many destinations are served from Imam Khomeini International Airport?
Historical data lists 43 nonstop destinations from Imam Khomeini International Airport. Always check current schedules.
What time zone is Imam Khomeini International Airport in?
Imam Khomeini International Airport is in the Asia/Tehran time zone (UTC+03:30).
What is the magnetic variation at Imam Khomeini International Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Imam Khomeini International Airport is approximately 4.9° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Imam Khomeini International Airport?
The nearest airport to Imam Khomeini International Airport is Military Runway (IR-0089), about 11.6 nm to the nw, followed by Military Runway and Mehrabad International Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Imam Khomeini International Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.