Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA Airport Code) | IATA & ICAO Details, Terminals & Map

Airport Overview

Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA) is a key aviation facility serving the region of Tehran, Iran. It is officially identified by the IATA code IKA and ICAO code OIIE. It operates within the Asia/Tehran timezone, allowing travelers to synchronize their flight itineraries accordingly. The airfield configuration consists of 2 runways, designed to accommodate various types of aircraft operations. Nearby alternative gateways include Mehrabad International Airport (THR), which can be considered for regional or international transit.

Key Data

Elevation - ft

Coordinates 35.416, 51.152

Timezone Asia/Tehran

Runways 2

Expert Connection Tips for Imam Khomeini

IKA vs THR: Two Dubai-Style Airports Tehran has two international airports 50 km apart. IKA (Imam Khomeini) handles most international flights. THR (Mehrabad) handles domestic + secondary routes. ALWAYS verify your airport when booking connections.

Long Immigration Queues Iran's immigration process is thorough. On arrival, allow 45-90 minutes for passport control. Biometrics and manual registration are standard. Connections under 3 hours are NOT recommended at IKA.

Cash & Currency Exchange International credit and debit cards DO NOT work in Iran due to sanctions. Exchange currency (USD or EUR) upon arrival. ATMs inside the airport dispense Iranian Rials only for local cards.

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FAQ

The IATA code for Imam Khomeini International Airport is IKA. Its ICAO code is OIIE.

Imam Khomeini International Airport is located in or near Tehran, IR. View the map on this page for exact coordinates and terminal details.

Imam Khomeini International Airport operates in the local time zone. You can convert airport local times using our <a href="/en/timezone-converter">Airport Timezone Converter</a>.

Minimum Connection Times (MCT) at Imam Khomeini International Airport vary based on Schengen/non-Schengen status and terminal transfers. Verify transfer times with our <a href="/en/mct-checker">MCT Checker Tool</a>.