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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Kuwait to Imam Khomeini International? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Tehran.$229 per passenger.Departing Tue, 1 Jul, returning Tue, 8 Jul.Return flight with Kuwait Airways.Outbound direct flight with Kuwait Airways departs from Kuwait on Tue, 1 Jul, arriving in Imam Khomeini International.Inbound direct flight with Kuwait Airways departs from Imam Khomeini International on Tue, 8 Jul, arriving in Kuwait.Price includes taxes and charges.From $229, select.
Tehran.$230 per passenger.Departing Fri, 26 Sep, returning Tue, 30 Sep.Return flight with Kuwait Airways.Outbound direct flight with Kuwait Airways departs from Kuwait on Fri, 26 Sep, arriving in Imam Khomeini International.Inbound direct flight with Kuwait Airways departs from Imam Khomeini International on Tue, 30 Sep, arriving in Kuwait.Price includes taxes and charges.From $230, select.
Tehran.$231 per passenger.Departing Tue, 24 Jun, returning Tue, 1 Jul.Return flight with Kuwait Airways.Outbound direct flight with Kuwait Airways departs from Kuwait on Tue, 24 Jun, arriving in Imam Khomeini International.Inbound direct flight with Kuwait Airways departs from Imam Khomeini International on Tue, 1 Jul, arriving in Kuwait.Price includes taxes and charges.From $231, select.
Tehran.$232 per passenger.Departing Tue, 21 Oct, returning Tue, 4 Nov.Return flight with Kuwait Airways.Outbound direct flight with Kuwait Airways departs from Kuwait on Tue, 21 Oct, arriving in Imam Khomeini International.Inbound direct flight with Kuwait Airways departs from Imam Khomeini International on Tue, 4 Nov, arriving in Kuwait.Price includes taxes and charges.From $232, select.
Tehran.$232 per passenger.Departing Tue, 18 Nov, returning Tue, 9 Dec.Return flight with Kuwait Airways.Outbound direct flight with Kuwait Airways departs from Kuwait on Tue, 18 Nov, arriving in Imam Khomeini International.Inbound direct flight with Kuwait Airways departs from Imam Khomeini International on Tue, 9 Dec, arriving in Kuwait.Price includes taxes and charges.From $232, select.
Tehran.$232 per passenger.Departing Tue, 11 Nov, returning Tue, 25 Nov.Return flight with Kuwait Airways.Outbound direct flight with Kuwait Airways departs from Kuwait on Tue, 11 Nov, arriving in Imam Khomeini International.Inbound direct flight with Kuwait Airways departs from Imam Khomeini International on Tue, 25 Nov, arriving in Kuwait.Price includes taxes and charges.From $232, select.
Tehran.$233 per passenger.Departing Sun, 1 Jun, returning Thu, 5 Jun.Return flight with flydubai.Outbound indirect flight with flydubai, departs from Kuwait on Sun, 1 Jun, arriving in Imam Khomeini International.Inbound indirect flight with flydubai, departs from Imam Khomeini International on Thu, 5 Jun, arriving in Kuwait.Price includes taxes and charges.From $233, select.
Tehran.$261 per passenger.Departing Tue, 24 Jun, returning Fri, 22 Aug.Return flight with flydubai.Outbound indirect flight with flydubai, departs from Kuwait on Tue, 24 Jun, arriving in Imam Khomeini International.Inbound indirect flight with flydubai, departs from Imam Khomeini International on Fri, 22 Aug, arriving in Kuwait.Price includes taxes and charges.From $261, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Kuwait to Imam Khomeini International

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Kuwait to Imam Khomeini International flights are currently cheapest in July.
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Direct flights from Kuwait to Imam Khomeini International

Kuwait to Imam Khomeini International: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Kuwait to Tehran below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Imam Khomeini International.

Kuwait to Tehran: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$229
Cheapest month to flyJuly
Average flight time1 hr, 46 mins
Most popular airlineJazeera Airways
Average flights per week7

Finding cheap flights from Kuwait to Imam Khomeini International: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Kuwait to Imam Khomeini International is $229. 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.
1 hour and 46 minutes is the average flight time from Kuwait to Imam Khomeini International.
Jazeera Airways, Etihad Airways and Kuwait Airways fly direct from Kuwait to Imam Khomeini International.
As of June 2025, there are 7 flights per week flying from Kuwait to Imam Khomeini International.
The cheapest month to fly from Kuwait to Imam Khomeini International is usually June 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Kuwait Airport to Imam Khomeini International Airport on Tuesday, 1 July 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 46 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 Imam Khomeini International 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.
Currently, Kuwait Airways offers the cheapest flight tickets to Imam Khomeini International.

Flying from Kuwait International Airport (KWI) to Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA): what you need to know

  • The average duration of a direct flight from Kuwait International Airport to Imam Khomeini International Airport is 1 hour 40 minutes.

  • Tehran's timezone is UTC+3:30, which makes Tehran 30 minutes ahead of Kuwait.

  • Choose from ten weekly Kuwait International Airport to Imam Khomeini International Airport flights. The 09:05 departure with Kuwait Airways is the earliest flight available. Kuwait Airways operates the latest service of the day at 15:30.

  • To ensure you get on your KWI to IKA flight, allow plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.

  • Be prepared for longer lines during popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.

  • Jazeera Airways is your gateway to discovering Tehran (and maybe even some other great corners of Iran!). Check out the direct flights from Kuwait International Airport to Imam Khomeini International Airport offered by this carrier.

  • Most passengers choose to travel with Jazeera Airways on this route.

  • With a dependable 96.15% of services landing on schedule, Kuwait Airways is the most punctual carrier operating KWI to IKA flights.

  • We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Kuwait International Airport to Imam Khomeini International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Worthwhile stopovers between KWI and IKA include:

    • Hamad International Airport

    • Dubai Airport

    • Heydar Aliyev International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Kuwait International Airport (KWI) to Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA)

  • Right now, $149 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Kuwait International Airport to Imam Khomeini International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $229. Remember that fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.

  • To score cheap tickets from KWI to IKA, reserve your trip six months ahead of your departure.

  • May is the cheapest month for flights from Kuwait International Airport to Imam Khomeini International Airport. If you'd like to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices across every month.

  • Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from KWI to IKA by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when a special offer becomes available.

  • Tailor your trip with filters. Choose your arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Kuwait International Airport to Imam Khomeini International Airport.

Handy information about Kuwait International Airport (KWI)

  • 81.62% of flights departing from Kuwait International Airport land at their destination according to schedule. With its reliable on-time performance, you're unlikely to experience delays when setting off from KWI.

  • Kuwait International Airport is about 18 kilometres from central Kuwait. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.

  • You can expect a trip time of about 1 hour when using public transport.

  • Get your trip off to a hassle-free start by staying near KWI. Whether you've booked an early flight from Kuwait International Airport to Imam Khomeini International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays have you covered:

Arriving at Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA)

  • Arriving late on a Kuwait International Airport to Imam Khomeini International Airport flight? Grab your luggage and head straight to the comfort of a nearby hotel. Two options close to IKA are Remis Hotel and Rexan Hotel.

Getting from Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA) to central Tehran

  • From Imam Khomeini International Airport, Tehran is approximately 56 kilometres away. It takes around 1 hour to reach the centre driving.

When to fly to Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA)

  • The quietest month for a flight from Kuwait International Airport to Imam Khomeini International Airport is April, while July is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to visit Tehran based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.

  • Book your flight from Kuwait International Airport to Imam Khomeini International Airport for July if you'd like to go to Tehran during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 23ºC (73ºF) and 38ºC (100ºF).

  • Look for cheap tickets from KWI to IKA in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -6ºC (21ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF) on average.

Explore more of Iran

  • You've visited Tehran, now it's time to discover more of Iran. Travel around 338 kilometres south to Isfahan to tick off its leading attractions. From Sheikh Lotfollah Mosque to Chehel Sotoun and Vank Cathedral, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.

  • Karaj is another well-known destination in Iran and is around 32 kilometres west of Tehran. No trip is complete without experiencing Lale Park, Fatemiyeh Park and Vahdat Park.

Plan the rest of your trip from Kuwait to Tehran

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