Flying from Tehran to Moscow: what you need to know
Planning your trip starts with figuring out where you'll leave from in Tehran. Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA) is the city's main base, so explore your options for booking a flight from Tehran to Moscow jetting off from here.
Touch down in Moscow at Vnukovo Airport (VKO) or Moscow Domodedovo Airport (DME).
The average duration of a direct Tehran to Moscow flight is 4 hours.
Moscow's timezone is UTC+3, which makes Moscow 30 minutes behind Tehran.
With two weekly flights between the two airports, Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA) to Vnukovo Airport (VKO) is the most popular route. Board the earliest flight from Tehran to Moscow with Meraj Air at 08:30. If you prefer to make the most of your day before flying, the latest departure from IKA to VKO is with Meraj Air at 08:30.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. That way, you won't have to rush to catch your Tehran to Moscow flight.
You'll likely experience bigger queues in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
How to find the cheapest flights from Tehran to Moscow
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap Tehran to Moscow flights if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird rates.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest plane tickets from Tehran to Moscow throughout the month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your travel plans aren't set in stone.
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Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops by using the filters. Alternatively, sort your Tehran to Moscow flight results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest.'
Flying from Tehran
Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA)
Take off from Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA) on a nonstop flight from Tehran to Moscow. From IKA, you can land directly at Vnukovo Airport (VKO).
Meraj Air is a popular airline that offers direct Tehran to Moscow plane tickets from IKA.
We make it simple to book a Tehran to Moscow flight with a stopover. To see all your options leaving from Imam Khomeini International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, select a flight with a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Popular stopovers include:
Heydar Aliyev International Airport (GYD)
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Dubai Airport (DXB)
To get to IKA from central Tehran, it'll take around 1 hour if you're travelling by car. It's roughly 40 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
If you have an early flight from Tehran to Moscow, why not stay somewhere nice and close? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) at Remis Hotel. Rexan Hotel is another convenient accommodation option near Imam Khomeini International Airport.
When it comes to Imam Khomeini International Airport's on-time performance, 69.19% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.
Best time to go to Moscow
February is the quietest month for flights from Tehran to Moscow, while July is the most popular. Figure out the ideal time to visit Moscow based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
Lock in a Tehran to Moscow ticket departing in July if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Moscow to range from 12ºC to 31ºC.
Search for cheap flights from Tehran to Moscow in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -18ºC and 0ºC on average.
Explore more of Russia
You've done Moscow, now it's time to explore other corners of Russia. Travel around 386 kilometres east to Nizhniy Novgorod to tick off its must-visit sights. From Monument to cosmonaut Komarov to A.M.Gorkiy Childhood Museum and Dlinnaya Staraya Lestnitsa, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Voronezh is another essential stop in Russia and is around 467 kilometres south of Moscow. No journey is complete without experiencing Dom Gardenina, Skver Dzerzhinskogo and Alleya Slavy Voronezhskikh Olimpiytsev-Dinamovtsev.