Flying from Tehran to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW): What you need to know
Tehran's main base, Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA), is where many great holidays begin. Explore the departure options from here when planning your flight from Tehran to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW).
Expect to be in the air for 3 hours 25 minutes. That's the average journey time for a direct Tehran to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport flight.
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport is located in Istanbul. The city runs on the UTC+3 timezone and is 30 minutes behind Tehran.
With 24 direct weekly flights between the two airports, Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA) to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) is the busiest route. AJet operates the earliest flight at 2:35am. If you're eager to make the most of your day before leaving, the last departure from IKA to SAW is with Pegasus at 4:55pm.
Your flight from Tehran to SAW won't wait if you're late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
Longer lines at check-in and security are more likely if you're travelling during high season, so give yourself a bit more breathing room. The recommendation for peak times? Get there up to four hours early for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
Airports in Tehran
Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA)
You can find a direct flight from Tehran to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) leaving from Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA).
AJet is a popular airline that operates direct flights from Tehran to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport taking off from IKA.
Most travellers choose to book seats with AJet between IKA and SAW.
Pegasus is the most punctual carrier on this route.
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to take a travel break and maybe even explore a different city. When browsing cheap flights from Tehran to SAW departing from Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to find all potential stops. Top options include:
Hamad International Airport (DOH)
Esenboga International Airport (ESB)
Heydar Aliyev International Airport (GYD)
The distance from central Tehran to IKA is around 56 kilometres. Depending on traffic conditions, it'll take you about 1 hour to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
Have an early flight from Tehran to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport? Stay at a hotel close to Imam Khomeini International Airport, such as Remis Hotel. Rexan Hotel will also have you moments from the departure gate.
When it comes to Imam Khomeini International Airport's on-time performance, 69.19% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.
About Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
Book a hotel near SAW if you have a late flight from Tehran to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options and be in bed in no time flat:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Sabiha Gokcen International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Essence, Eren Rent a Car or 724 Rent and experience the lesser-explored corners of Istanbul and beyond.
To secure the lowest price, reserve your vehicle around four weeks ahead of your Tehran to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport flight.
Getting from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) to central Istanbul
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport is around 31 kilometres from central Istanbul. The time it takes to get there by cab or car hire will depend on the time of day. Do a little research before your trip.
It'll take around 1 hour 30 minutes when travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Tehran to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
Right now, ج.م. 3,633 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Tehran to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is ج.م. 6,214. Remember fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
To find cheap flights from Tehran to SAW, book in advance. Airlines usually offer lower fares when flights first go on sale.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest Tehran to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport tickets throughout the entire month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your plans aren't set in stone.
You don't need to check back in every day to find out if prices have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment there's a better deal on flight tickets from Tehran to SAW.
Tailor your travel plans using filters. Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Tehran to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport.
The best time to fly from Tehran to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
August is the busiest month for flights from Tehran to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW). Plan your visit to Istanbul in April if you'd rather be there when it's quieter.
Book a Tehran to SAW flight ticket departing in August if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Istanbul to range from 20ºC to 30ºC.
January sees temperatures of between 2ºC and 11ºC. Search for cheap tickets from Tehran to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Istanbul
Start your Istanbul trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Tehran to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport, browse our selection of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to do and see in this city, it can be difficult to know where to begin. Hagia Sophia History Museum, Hagia Sophia Museum and Historic Areas of Istanbul are top sights which should be on any well-planned Istanbul itinerary.
Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)
Istanbul will leave a lasting impression, but there are so many other corners of Türkiye (Turkey) you should also see. About 161 kilometres south-east of Istanbul, a trip to Eskisehir will keep you on the go. Check out popular attractions like Eskişehir, Eskişehir and Eskişehir Odunpazarı Evleri.
Adapazarı is another favourite destination in Türkiye (Turkey) and is around 97 kilometres east of Istanbul. No trip is complete without seeing Ozanlar Ulu Cami, Güllük Cami and Valide Cami.
