Ahmedabad to Tehran flight guide — routing via Gulf, airlines, fares, Iran visa info for Indians.
Pick which sources FlightGPT queries. Toggle a source off to skip it during search.
Get notified when fares drop on routes you're watching. Ask FlightGPT to "track DEL to BOM under ₹5,000" to set one up.
Quick answer: Ahmedabad to Tehran flights take about ≈ 7–10h (1-stop; some charter non-stops possible seasonally ≈ 3h 45m), operated by IndiGo/Air India + Iran Air / Oman Air (via hub), No regular scheduled non-stop from AMD — 1-stop via Dubai or Muscat. Indian passport holders should check the visa requirement summarised below. Use the live search above to compare today's cheapest AMD–IKA fare across every airline, OTA and travel agent in one place.
Last reviewed June 2026 by the FlightGPT flights desk · route facts cross-checked against DGCA and the Airports Authority of India (AAI) · fares are live — verify the final price in search before booking.
Looking for cheap flights from Ahmedabad to Tehran? FlightGPT compares live AMD to IKA fares across every connected source — Indian carriers, Gulf hubs, OTAs and trusted travel agents — and shows the cheapest options side by side. Whether you want a Ahmedabad to Tehran non-stop tomorrow, a last-minute weekend deal or the lowest price three months out, every active Ahmedabad-Tehran fare is one search away.
Dubai is the most popular transit point for AMD–IKA travel. IndiGo operates AMD–DXB regularly; from DXB, Iran Air and Mahan Air connect to IKA (≈ 1h 45m). Oman Air via Muscat (MCT) is another option — MCT–IKA is ≈ 2h 15m. Air India and IndiGo both serve AMD–DXB. Note that some Gulf airlines no longer sell tickets on Iran routes due to compliance requirements; Iran Air may be the only carrier operating DXB–IKA. Check availability carefully and book each segment separately if a single-ticket itinerary is unavailable.
Indian nationals require a visa to enter Iran. Iran has periodically offered a Visa on Arrival (VoA) for Indians at Tehran's IKA airport, but availability and conditions change frequently with the political climate. An eVisa through the Iranian government portal is more predictable. Processing typically takes 3–7 business days; cost is ≈ USD 75–100. Carry your invitation/hotel booking letter. Holders of Israeli stamps in their passport are denied entry to Iran. As rules shift often, check /visas and the Iranian embassy website well in advance of travel, and confirm current rules before booking.
Ahmedabad to Tehran economy fares vary significantly due to the limited carrier choice and the two-segment structure. Expect ≈ ₹35,000–70,000 round-trip depending on layover routing and season. Buying the AMD–DXB segment on IndiGo separately and then a DXB–IKA ticket on Iran Air can sometimes be cheaper than a single itinerary. Nowruz (Persian New Year, typically mid-March) sees a spike in demand; January, July–August and November tend to be quieter. Fares indicative as of June 2026.
Ahmedabad airport (AMD) has two terminals: T2 handles international departures and arrivals; T1 serves most domestic traffic. For a Dubai-connecting itinerary, check-in at T2 international. The airport is ≈ 10 km from the city; the metro Blue Line connects AMD to Vastral and central Ahmedabad. App-based cabs and metered taxis are available. International check-in typically opens 3 hours before departure. AMD is undergoing expansion; expect some construction activity around the terminal.
Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA) is ≈ 35 km south of Tehran. The Metro Line 1 extension (Imam Khomeini Airport station) links IKA to the city in ≈ 40 minutes for ≈ 2,000 Tomans. Official airport taxis also run to the city in 45–60 minutes depending on traffic; agree a price in Tomans before departure. Note that international credit cards do not work in Iran due to sanctions — carry sufficient USD or Euros to exchange at the airport bureau de change. SIM cards are available in arrivals.
Tehran sits at ≈ 1,100–1,700 m elevation at the foot of the Alborz mountain range, giving it a semi-arid climate with cold winters and warm, dry summers. Spring (March–May) and autumn (September–November) are the most comfortable. The city has remarkable museums (National Museum, Treasury of National Jewels), the Grand Bazaar, Golestan Palace and easy day-trip access to ski resorts (Shemshak, Darbandsar) and the Alborz peaks. Dress-code rules apply — women must wear a headscarf and modest clothing. The cuisine, including kebabs, stews and rice dishes, is excellent.
IndiGo economy on AMD–DXB typically includes 15–20 kg checked baggage. Iran Air economy allows 20–30 kg depending on fare class — verify at booking. If purchasing two separate tickets ensure you re-check baggage at DXB independently. Carry cash (USD or EUR) for Iran, as international bank cards are unusable. The Rial/Toman exchange is constantly shifting; check rates just before travel. As of June 2026 always reconfirm baggage rules with each carrier at time of booking.
No regular direct service exists from AMD. The standard route is 1-stop via Dubai (DXB) with IndiGo + Iran Air, giving a total travel time of ≈ 7–9h.
AMD to DXB is ≈ 3h; DXB to IKA is ≈ 1h 45m. With a 2h layover, total journey time is ≈ 7–8 hours.
Economy round-trip fares are typically ≈ ₹35,000–70,000, varying by season and whether booked as two separate tickets or a single itinerary.
Yes. Indians require a visa — either an eVisa applied online (≈ USD 75–100) or a Visa on Arrival at IKA (availability varies). Confirm current rules at /visas before booking.
IndiGo to Dubai, then Iran Air or Mahan Air for DXB–IKA, is the most common combination. Oman Air via Muscat is an alternative.
July–August and November tend to have lower demand. Avoid mid-March (Nowruz / Persian New Year), which drives fares up sharply on the DXB–IKA sector.
What you pay on the Ahmedabad–Tehran route hinges on timing: book roughly 3–8 weeks ahead, stay flexible on the day of week, and you usually land the better fare. Search Ahmedabad to Tehran live to see how today's price compares to dates a month out — the gap is often 25–40 percent across IndiGo/Air India + Iran Air / Oman Air (via hub).
Last-minute Ahmedabad to Tehran fares move fast, but they're rarely the same across every airline. Run your date through the search above and FlightGPT compares real-time Ahmedabad Tehran prices across IndiGo/Air India + Iran Air / Oman Air (via hub) — so you grab the cheapest seat still open, not the first one you see.
There is currently no non-stop service between Ahmedabad and Tehran — itineraries connect via a hub, with a typical journey of ≈ 7–10h (1-stop; some charter non-stops possible seasonally ≈ 3h 45m). Comparing hubs side by side often saves 15-30 percent. FlightGPT lets you filter by "Direct only" or compare both side by side — useful when you want the cheapest Ahmedabad Tehran ticket but are open to a layover.
Expect Ahmedabad–Tehran fares to vary by cabin, baggage and how the fare is bundled. A bare low-cost fare can end up dearer than a full-service IndiGo/Air India + Iran Air / Oman Air (via hub) ticket once you add a bag and a seat. FlightGPT shows the all-in price for each option, so you're comparing like for like rather than misleading lead-in fares.