Flying from Albuquerque International Sunport Airport (ABQ) to Tehran: what you need to know
Tehran is nine hours 30 minutes ahead of Albuquerque, where Albuquerque International Sunport Airport is located. Tehran follows the UTC+3:30 timezone.
Leave plenty of time to make your ABQ to Tehran flight. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a peak time like a bank holiday? Expect longer lines at security and check-in. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
ABQ is about 6 kilometres from central Albuquerque. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the trip time to be around 2 hours 55 minutes.
Planning to catch an early flight from Albuquerque International Sunport Airport to Tehran? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these hotels near ABQ:
85.09% of flights departing from Albuquerque International Sunport Airport touch down at their destination on time. Given its strong performance rating, you're unlikely to experience delays when taking off from ABQ.
ABQ is located at 2200 Sunport Blvd. SE.
How to find the cheapest flights from Albuquerque International Sunport Airport (ABQ) to Tehran
$1,550 is currently the best price for a one-way Albuquerque International Sunport Airport to Tehran flight. A return flight ticket starts at $2,320. These fares may change based on availability and demand.
Booking in advance is often the key to finding a cheap flight from ABQ to Tehran. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the nearer your departure date, the more expensive your ticket may be.
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Airports in Tehran
Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA)
Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA) to the centre of Tehran takes around 1 hour to reach by car. The centre is roughly 56 kilometres away.
Arriving on a late flight from Albuquerque International Sunport Airport to Tehran? Collect your luggage and go straight to the convenience of a nearby hotel. Two good options close to IKA are Remis Hotel and Rexan Hotel.
Best time to go to Tehran
Carefully consider your travel dates before securing your flight from Albuquerque International Sunport Airport to Tehran. The city buzzes during high season, but hotel prices are often higher and attractions can be crowded. Plan your trip to Tehran in low season for a quieter vibe.
The warmest month in Tehran is July, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC and 38ºC. Book your Albuquerque International Sunport Airport to Tehran flight ticket then if that's the weather you find most pleasant.
Look for cheap tickets from ABQ to Tehran in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -6ºC and 10ºC on average.
More about Tehran
Start your Tehran trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Albuquerque International Sunport Airport to Tehran, browse our selection of hotels including:
National Museum of Iran and Golestan Palace are just a couple of the big attractions to add to your Tehran to-do list. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Azadi Tower.
Explore more of Iran
Isfahan is just one of the many cities in Iran waiting to be explored after you've experienced Tehran. Around 338 kilometres away to the south, well-known attractions include Hasht Behesht Palace, Jameh Mosque of Isfahan and Kakh-e Ali Qapu.
Around 129 kilometres south of Tehran, Qom is another favourite stop in Iran. No visit is complete without checking out Ferdosi Park, Astaneh Museum and Gonbad Sabz Garden.