Abu Dhabi to Tehran (AUH–IKA) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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Abu Dhabi to Tehran
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
-0.5h behind 8 1-stop hubs

While no nonstop service exists between AUH and IKA, connecting options are available through 8 hubs.

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for AUH to IKA.
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One-Stop Connections
8
Hubs
~5h
Fastest
~39h
Longest
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Two-Stop Connections
494
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Other ways to reach Tehran from Abu Dhabi

Nearby airports with service to Imam Khomeini International Airport.
Metric AUH→IKA DXB→IKA
Distance from AUH 72 mi
Nonstop airlines 0 2
Weekly flights 0 28
Airports within 200 miles of AUH with service to Imam Khomeini International Airport.

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
-0.5h
Tehran is 0.5 hours behind Abu Dhabi.
AUH: +04 · IKA: +0330

When it's 6:00 PM in Abu Dhabi, it's 5.5:00 PM in Tehran.
Visa & Entry

UAE passport holders can obtain a visa on arrival at major Iranian airports for tourism stays of up to 30 days. An eVisa option is also available through the Iranian Ministry of Foreign Affairs portal. Passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond entry.

Women must comply with Iran's dress code requirements starting at the point of arrival. Foreign currency declarations are required for amounts over EUR 10,000 equivalent.

Getting to AUH
Bus E101 runs from Abu Dhabi Central Bus Station to the airport in 45 minutes (AED 4), but runs infrequently and not 24 hours.Taxis from downtown Abu Dhabi cost AED 50–80 (25–40 min). Careem and Uber operate widely at AED 45–70. From Dubai, shared taxis and private cars take 90–120 minutes via the E11 highway (AED 200–350 shared, AED 300–500 private). Dubai Metro does not connect to AUH.

AUH–IKA Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Abu Dhabi to Tehran route.
Route details
Time difference-0.5 hours
Airlines (nonstop)0
1-stop connections8 hubs
Origin: AUH
IATA / ICAOAUH / OMAA
TimezoneAsia/Dubai
Passengers/yr29.4M
Elevation88 ft / 27 m
Destination: IKA
IATA / ICAOIKA / OIIE
TimezoneAsia/Tehran
Passengers/yr9.0M
Elevation3,305 ft / 1,007 m

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about AUH to IKA flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through KWI, DXB, DOH, MCT, SAW, PEK, SZX and PVG. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Tehran is 0.5 hours behind Abu Dhabi.
Nearby alternatives include DXB. See the Alternatives section for a full comparison.
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Route data is updated regularly from official airline schedules. On-time performance data comes from recent airport delay snapshots.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

8 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 5 hours via KWI. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Dubai (DXB).