Shenzhen to Tehran (SZX–IKA) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
SZX–IKA is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. Mahan Air leads the route. The flight covers 3,824 miles in approximately 9h 30m. Beyond nonstop, 4 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| W5 Mahan Air | 2 | 343 | 9h30 | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Tehran from Shenzhen
| Metric | SZX→IKA | CAN→IKA |
|---|---|---|
| Distance from SZX | – | 61 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 1 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 2 | 3 |
| Flight time | 9h 30m | 9h 30m |
Travel Essentials
SZX: CST · IKA: +0330
When it's 6:00 PM in Shenzhen, it's 1.5:00 PM in Tehran.
Chinese passport holders enter Iran visa-free for stays up to 21 days for tourism or business. No advance authorization is required. Passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the intended period of stay. For stays longer than 21 days, a visa must be arranged through the Iranian embassy or an authorized travel agency before departure.
Shenzhen Metro Line 11 (Airport Express) runs from Futian or Luohu to the airport in 35–50 minutes (¥20–30). Trains run from 6am to around midnight. This is the standard option for arrivals from central Shenzhen and the Hong Kong border crossing at Futian.
Taxis from downtown Shenzhen (Luohu/Futian) cost ¥60–100 and take 30–50 minutes depending on expressway traffic. High-speed rail connections exist but require a shuttle or metro link from Shenzhen North station.
SZX–IKA Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from SZX to IKA
Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (SZX) and Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA) are connected by nonstop service from Mahan Air. With 2 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
SZX to IKA Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from SZX to IKA ranges from 9 hours 30 minutes. The route covers a distance of 3,824 miles (6,154 km). There are approximately 2 weekly flights outbound and 1 return, totaling 3 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
4 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 16 hours via DOH. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Guangzhou (Huadu) (CAN).