What is the IATA code for Tehran Airport?

The IATA code for Mehrabad is THR.

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Mehrabad

Q: How to reach Tehran Airport from the city?

Metro/Rail: Tehran Metro Line 4 serves the airport via Bimeh Station, accessible from all terminals. Frequency is approximately every 5-10 minutes. The fare is approximately 15,000 IRR. Travel time to city center is about 30 minutes. Bus: Several bus routes connect the airport to different parts of Tehran. BRT Line 1 operates near the airport. Taxi/Cab: Taxis are readily available outside all terminals. A pre-paid taxi service is available. The approximate fare to the city center is 400,000-600,000 IRR. Distance: Approximately 8 km from Tehran city center. Travel time is 20 minutes without traffic, and 45-60 minutes during peak hours.

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Tehran Province, Tehran, Azadi St, Iran

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ℹ️ About Mehrabad

Mehrabad International Airport was the primary airport of Tehran before the construction of Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA). It opened in 1938.

Currently, it mainly handles domestic flights and some international flights to neighboring countries. In 2016, the airport handled over 17 million passengers.

The IATA code is THR.

🏢 Terminals

Mehrabad International Airport has six terminals. Terminals 1 and 2 primarily handle domestic flights.

Terminal 4 is dedicated to departing domestic flights. Terminal 6 is used for departing flights for pilgrimage.

The airport has a total capacity of over 20 million passengers per year.

🚗 How to Reach Tehran Airport

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Metro/Rail

Tehran Metro Line 4 serves the airport via Bimeh Station, accessible from all terminals. Frequency is approximately every 5-10 minutes. The fare is approximately 15,000 IRR. Travel time to city center is about 30 minutes.

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Bus

Several bus routes connect the airport to different parts of Tehran. BRT Line 1 operates near the airport.

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Taxi/Cab

Taxis are readily available outside all terminals. A pre-paid taxi service is available. The approximate fare to the city center is 400,000-600,000 IRR.

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Distance

Approximately 8 km from Tehran city center. Travel time is 20 minutes without traffic, and 45-60 minutes during peak hours.

🛎️ Airport Facilities

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Lounges

Mehrabad Airport Lounge (specific location not available). Access details are limited.

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Food & Dining

Several restaurants and cafes are available in each terminal. Options include traditional Iranian cuisine and international fast food chains. 24-hour options are limited.

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Shopping

Duty-free shops are available in the international terminal. Other shops include souvenir stores and newsstands.

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Connectivity

Free WiFi is available in the terminals. Connect to the 'Mehrabad Free WiFi' network.

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Banking

ATMs are located in all terminals. Currency exchange services are available.

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Medical

A medical clinic is available in Terminal 1. Hours of operation are not specified.

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Other

Prayer rooms are available. Smoking areas are designated outside the terminals.

🅿️ Parking

Short-term and long-term parking options are available. Rates vary depending on the duration. Short-term parking is approximately 30,000 IRR per hour. Daily rates are around 200,000 IRR.

💡 Tips for Travellers

Use the Tehran Metro Line 4 from Bimeh Station to avoid traffic congestion when traveling to the city center.

Pre-book a taxi at the pre-paid taxi counter to ensure a fixed fare and avoid potential overcharging.

Check which terminal your flight departs from in advance, as the terminals are spread out and require travel time between them.

Exchange currency at the official exchange counters in the airport for better rates compared to unofficial vendors.

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🔀 Other Airports in Tehran

IKA — Imam Khomeini Airport

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