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Flight deals from Ankara Esenboga to Tehran

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Ankara Esenboga Airport to Tehran? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $379. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Tehran.$241 per passenger.Departing Mon, 4 Jan, returning Thu, 14 Jan.Return flight with AJet.Outbound direct flight with AJet departs from Ankara Esenboga on Mon, 4 Jan, arriving in Imam Khomeini International.Inbound direct flight with AJet departs from Imam Khomeini International on Thu, 14 Jan, arriving in Ankara Esenboga.Price includes taxes and charges.From $241, select.
Tehran.$379 per passenger.Departing Thu, 9 Jul, returning Mon, 13 Jul.Return flight with Pegasus Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Pegasus Airlines departs from Ankara Esenboga on Thu, 9 Jul, arriving in Imam Khomeini International.Inbound direct flight with Pegasus Airlines departs from Imam Khomeini International on Mon, 13 Jul, arriving in Ankara Esenboga.Price includes taxes and charges.From $379, select.
Tehran.$400 per passenger.Departing Tue, 22 Dec, returning Mon, 11 Jan.Return flight with AJet.Outbound indirect flight with AJet, departs from Ankara Esenboga on Tue, 22 Dec, arriving in Imam Khomeini International.Inbound indirect flight with AJet, departs from Imam Khomeini International on Mon, 11 Jan, arriving in Ankara Esenboga.Price includes taxes and charges.From $400, select.
Tehran.$400 per passenger.Departing Thu, 10 Sep, returning Fri, 25 Sep.Return flight with Pegasus Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Pegasus Airlines departs from Ankara Esenboga on Thu, 10 Sep, arriving in Imam Khomeini International.Inbound direct flight with Pegasus Airlines departs from Imam Khomeini International on Fri, 25 Sep, arriving in Ankara Esenboga.Price includes taxes and charges.From $400, select.
Tehran.$422 per passenger.Departing Sun, 11 Oct, returning Fri, 16 Oct.Return flight with Pegasus Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Pegasus Airlines departs from Ankara Esenboga on Sun, 11 Oct, arriving in Imam Khomeini International.Inbound direct flight with Pegasus Airlines departs from Imam Khomeini International on Fri, 16 Oct, arriving in Ankara Esenboga.Price includes taxes and charges.From $422, select.
Tehran.$464 per passenger.Departing Thu, 30 Jul, returning Mon, 3 Aug.Return flight with Pegasus Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Pegasus Airlines departs from Ankara Esenboga on Thu, 30 Jul, arriving in Imam Khomeini International.Inbound direct flight with Pegasus Airlines departs from Imam Khomeini International on Mon, 3 Aug, arriving in Ankara Esenboga.Price includes taxes and charges.From $464, select.
Tehran.$514 per passenger.Departing Sun, 2 Aug, returning Wed, 9 Sep.Return flight with Pegasus Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Pegasus Airlines departs from Ankara Esenboga on Sun, 2 Aug, arriving in Imam Khomeini International.Inbound direct flight with Pegasus Airlines departs from Imam Khomeini International on Wed, 9 Sep, arriving in Ankara Esenboga.Price includes taxes and charges.From $514, select.
Tehran.$537 per passenger.Departing Thu, 25 Jun, returning Fri, 3 Jul.Return flight with Pegasus Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Pegasus Airlines, departs from Ankara Esenboga on Thu, 25 Jun, arriving in Imam Khomeini International.Inbound indirect flight with Pegasus Airlines, departs from Imam Khomeini International on Fri, 3 Jul, arriving in Ankara Esenboga.Price includes taxes and charges.From $537, select.
Tehran.$561 per passenger.Departing Thu, 25 Jun, returning Sun, 28 Jun.Return flight with Pegasus Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Pegasus Airlines, departs from Ankara Esenboga on Thu, 25 Jun, arriving in Imam Khomeini International.Inbound indirect flight with Pegasus Airlines, departs from Imam Khomeini International on Sun, 28 Jun, arriving in Ankara Esenboga.Price includes taxes and charges.From $561, select.
Tehran.$648 per passenger.Departing Thu, 20 Aug, returning Tue, 25 Aug.Return flight with Pegasus Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Pegasus Airlines, departs from Ankara Esenboga on Thu, 20 Aug, arriving in Imam Khomeini International.Inbound indirect flight with Pegasus Airlines, departs from Imam Khomeini International on Tue, 25 Aug, arriving in Ankara Esenboga.Price includes taxes and charges.From $648, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Ankara Esenboga to Tehran

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Ankara Esenboga to Tehran flights are currently cheapest in January.
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Direct flights from Ankara Esenboga to Tehran

Alternative Ankara Esenboga to Tehran routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Ankara Esenboga 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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Ankara to Tehran: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$241
Cheapest month to flyJanuary
Average flight time2 hrs, 35 mins
Most popular airlineTurkish Airlines
Average flights per week6

Finding cheap flights from Ankara Esenboga 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 Ankara Esenboga to Tehran is $241. 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.
2 hours and 35 minutes is the average flight time from Ankara Esenboga to Tehran.
Turkish Airlines, AJet and Pegasus Airlines fly direct from Ankara Esenboga to Tehran.
As of June 2026, there are 6 flights per week flying from Ankara Esenboga to Tehran.
The cheapest month to fly from Ankara Esenboga to Tehran is usually January.
If you're flying from Ankara Esenboga 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 $241.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Ankara Esenboga Airport to Tehran on Monday, 4 January 2027.
Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours and 35 minutes.
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 June, the average temperature is usually around 22°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, AJet offers the cheapest flight tickets to Tehran.

Flying from Ankara Esenboga Airport (ESB) to Tehran: what you need to know

  • Around 2 hours 45 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Ankara Esenboga Airport to Tehran.

  • Ankara Esenboga Airport is located in Ankara. Based in the UTC+3:30 timezone, Tehran is 30 minutes ahead of Ankara.

  • The most popular flight route is from Ankara Esenboga Airport (ESB) to Tehran Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA). You can choose from five services between these airports each week.

  • To avoid missing your ESB to Tehran flight, leave plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.

  • Be prepared for longer lines during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.

  • Start your journey at ESB and travel nonstop to Tehran Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA). That will be your arrival point when searching for Ankara Esenboga Airport to Tehran tickets.

  • Top airlines that operate direct flights from Ankara Esenboga Airport to Tehran include:

  • A stopover is the perfect opportunity to break up your trip and possibly even visit a new city. When browsing for plane tickets from ESB to Tehran, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Some popular options include:

    • Istanbul Airport (IST)

    • Doha Hamad International Airport (DOH)

    • Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)

  • ESB is about 23 kilometres from central Ankara. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're taking public transport, expect the journey time to be around 50 minutes.

  • Want an easy start to your travels? Stay near ESB. Whether you have an early flight from Ankara Esenboga Airport to Tehran or don't want departure day to feel hectic, these hotels are all about convenience:

  • Of the flights that depart from Ankara Esenboga Airport, 78% land on time at their destination.

How to find the cheapest flights from Ankara Esenboga Airport (ESB) to Tehran

  • The lowest price we've found for a one-way Ankara Esenboga Airport to Tehran flight is $188. The cheapest price for a return flight is $241. Remember fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.

  • Score cheap flights from ESB to Tehran by booking four months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for finding a bargain.

  • The best month for scoring cheap Ankara Esenboga Airport to Tehran tickets is September. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare all available prices, then choose the dates offering the lowest fares.

  • You don't need to keep looking every day to see if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll update you when there's an updated deal for cheap flights from ESB to Tehran.

  • Find an affordable flight from Ankara Esenboga Airport to Tehran with the help of our filters. Choose your preferred times, airlines and number of stops, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.

Airports in Tehran

Tehran Mehrabad International Airport (THR)

  • Tehran Mehrabad International Airport (THR) is around 13 kilometres from central Tehran. If you're getting a taxi or a ride-share, the drive will take roughly 25 minutes.

  • If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 45 minutes.

  • Once your flight from Ankara Esenboga Airport to Tehran has touched down, kick back and relax at a hotel close by. Tehran Grand Hotel is a great option just a short drive from THR.

Tehran Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA)

  • The centre of Tehran is located around 48 kilometres from Tehran Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA). Once your flight from Ankara Esenboga Airport to Tehran has landed and you've made your way to arrivals, expect a drive of about 1 hour 5 minutes.

  • If you travel by public transport, you'll reach the centre in 1 hour 30 minutes or so.

  • Settle in and wind down at a hotel not long after your ESB to Tehran flight. Remis Hotel and Rexan Hotel are within easy reach of IKA.

Best time to go to Tehran

  • It's time to plan your travel dates for your flight from Ankara Esenboga Airport to Tehran. March is the most popular month to visit Tehran. If you like a more low-key vibe, go in December.

  • Lock in a Ankara Esenboga Airport to Tehran plane ticket with a departure in July to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 23ºC (73ºF) to 38ºC (100ºF).

  • January sees average temperatures of between -6ºC (21ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF). Search for a cheap ticket from ESB to Tehran around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.

More about Tehran

  • After booking your flight from Ankara Esenboga Airport to Tehran, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Tehran:

  • National Museum of Iran and Golestan Palace are just a couple of the leading attractions to put on your Tehran travel itinerary. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Tehran Museum of Contemporary Art.

Explore more of Iran

  • You've done Tehran, now it's time to discover other parts of Iran. Journey around 338 kilometres south to Isfahan to tick off its popular sights. From Masjed-e Sheikh Lotfollah to Imam Mosque and Naqshe Jahan Square(Shah Square), you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.

  • Around 129 kilometres south of Tehran, Qom is another essential stop in Iran. Start your sightseeing at Hazrat Fatima Masumeh Holy Shrine, A'zam Mosque and Qoli Darvish Historical Site.

Plan the rest of your trip from Ankara to Tehran

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