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Flight deals from Los Angeles International to Imam Khomeini International

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Los Angeles International to Imam Khomeini International? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Tehran.$1,557 per passenger.Departing Thu, 5 Mar, returning Fri, 27 Mar.Return flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Los Angeles International on Thu, 5 Mar, arriving in Imam Khomeini International.Inbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Imam Khomeini International on Fri, 27 Mar, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,557, select.
Tehran.$1,561 per passenger.Departing Wed, 18 Mar, returning Sat, 2 May.Return flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Los Angeles International on Wed, 18 Mar, arriving in Imam Khomeini International.Inbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Imam Khomeini International on Sat, 2 May, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,561, select.
Tehran.$1,567 per passenger.Departing Wed, 25 Mar, returning Wed, 1 Apr.Return flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Los Angeles International on Wed, 25 Mar, arriving in Imam Khomeini International.Inbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Imam Khomeini International on Wed, 1 Apr, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,567, select.
Tehran.$1,567 per passenger.Departing Mon, 23 Feb, returning Mon, 9 Mar.Return flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Los Angeles International on Mon, 23 Feb, arriving in Imam Khomeini International.Inbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Imam Khomeini International on Mon, 9 Mar, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,567, select.
Tehran.$1,567 per passenger.Departing Mon, 9 Feb, returning Tue, 17 Feb.Return flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Los Angeles International on Mon, 9 Feb, arriving in Imam Khomeini International.Inbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Imam Khomeini International on Tue, 17 Feb, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,567, select.
Tehran.$1,568 per passenger.Departing Wed, 1 Apr, returning Mon, 1 Jun.Return flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Los Angeles International on Wed, 1 Apr, arriving in Imam Khomeini International.Inbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Imam Khomeini International on Mon, 1 Jun, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,568, select.
Tehran.$1,572 per passenger.Departing Sun, 12 Apr, returning Sun, 3 May.Return flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Los Angeles International on Sun, 12 Apr, arriving in Imam Khomeini International.Inbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Imam Khomeini International on Sun, 3 May, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,572, select.
Tehran.$1,715 per passenger.Departing Mon, 9 Nov, returning Mon, 23 Nov.Return flight with Emirates.Outbound indirect flight with Emirates, departs from Los Angeles International on Mon, 9 Nov, arriving in Imam Khomeini International.Inbound indirect flight with Emirates, departs from Imam Khomeini International on Mon, 23 Nov, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,715, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Los Angeles International to Imam Khomeini International

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Los Angeles International to Imam Khomeini International flights are currently cheapest in March.
Feb
from $1,567
Mar
from $1,557
Apr
from $1,731
May
from $1,777
Jun
from $2,662
Jul
from $1,734
Aug
from $1,834
Sep
from $1,724
Oct
from $1,748
Nov
from $1,715
Dec
from $2,460
Jan
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Los Angeles International to Imam Khomeini International: Alternative routes

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

Mehrabad International

2km from central Tehran
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Imam Khomeini International

36km from central Tehran
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Los Angeles to Tehran: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found$1,557
Cheapest month to flyMarch

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

The best price we found for a return flight from Los Angeles International to Imam Khomeini International is $1,557. 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.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Los Angeles International to Imam Khomeini International. But we found flights with one or more stops from $1,557.
As of February 2026, there are no flights flying from Los Angeles International to Imam Khomeini International.
The cheapest month to fly from Los Angeles International to Imam Khomeini International is usually March.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Los Angeles International Airport to Imam Khomeini International Airport on Thursday, 5 March 2026.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Los Angeles International Airport and Imam Khomeini International Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.
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, Turkish Airlines offers the cheapest flight tickets to Imam Khomeini International.

Travelling from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA): what you need to know

  • The timezone in Tehran is UTC+3:30, which is ten hours 30 minutes ahead of Los Angeles.

  • To ensure you catch your LAX to IKA flight, leave plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.

  • Travelling during a peak month such as July? Public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer lines and delays at airport checkpoints. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.

  • Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Los Angeles International Airport to Imam Khomeini International Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or even explore someplace new along the way. Here's where you can stop between LAX and IKA:

    • Frankfurt Airport

    • Istanbul Ataturk Airport

    • Vienna International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA)

  • Right now, $931 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Los Angeles International Airport to Imam Khomeini International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $1,557. Remember that fares could change due to demand at the time of booking.

  • To find cheap tickets from LAX to IKA, book as early as you can. Airlines generally offer lower fares when flights are first released.

  • The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Los Angeles International Airport to Imam Khomeini International Airport across the entire month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your dates aren't set in stone.

  • Getting your hands on cheap flights from LAX to IKA is a piece of cake with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch when fares go down.

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

Handy information about Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)

  • You'll find LAX at One World Way.

  • Los Angeles International Airport has an excellent on-time performance, making delays less likely. Departures from LAX make it to their destination as scheduled 81.05% of the time.

  • To reach Los Angeles International Airport from central Los Angeles, it'll take around 30 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 32 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.

  • Taking public transport? Expect a journey time of around 55 minutes.

  • Catching an early flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Imam Khomeini International Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these stays near LAX:

Arriving at Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA)

  • It's hard to beat the convenience of staying near the terminal if you've just come in on a late Los Angeles International Airport to Imam Khomeini International Airport flight. Remis Hotel and Rexan Hotel are comfortable options near IKA.

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

  • Imam Khomeini International Airport to central Tehran has a drive time of around 1 hour. It's approximately 56 kilometres away.

When to fly to Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA)

  • The quietest month for a flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Imam Khomeini International Airport is April, while July is the busiest. Pick the best time to go to Tehran based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.

  • When reserving your flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Imam Khomeini International Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Tehran, with temperatures ranging from 23ºC to 38ºC.

  • Search for cheap tickets from LAX to IKA in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -6ºC and 10ºC on average.

Explore more of Iran

  • Isfahan is just one of the many places in Iran waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Tehran. Around 338 kilometres away to the south, check out popular attractions including Sheikh Lotfollah Mosque, Chehel Sotoun and Vank Cathedral.

  • Karaj is another essential stop in Iran and is around 32 kilometres west of Tehran. No journey is complete without experiencing Lale Park, Fatemiyeh Park and Vahdat Park.

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