Tehran Airport Guide

Whether you have a layover, overnight sleepover or you are just quickly passing through, our Tehran Airport Guide is a great place to start planning your visit. Here, you’ll find information on services and facilities available inside the airport – including details about airport lounges, WiFi, mobile charging points, lockers, 24-hour food options, nearby hotels, and everything in between.

No-one minds if you curl up on the floor as sleeping on floors in the mosques or on the grass in the park seems quite accepted all over Iran. – Ian

THR Airport Overview

To help you plan your layover or overnight sleepover, here is a quick run-down about what to expect during your time at Tehran Imam Khomeini International Airport.

What to Expect

The larger airport in the city, Tehran Airport (code: THR), primarily handles international flights from Terminal 1. Two additional terminals are under construction. Travellers report long, slow security queues, so arrive early. You’ll find a few eateries and shops, including duty-free. Some shops seem to be open 24 hours for snacks and drinks. WiFi is free in the arrival and departure lounges, but you may need a mobile number to receive the password.

Sleeping in Tehran Airport

Overnight sleepers are common here. Travellers report reclining chairs near the duty-free shop and some gates—otherwise, bunk on the floor with the comfort of a sleeping bag or travel mat. For uninterrupted sleep, a hotel is located just opposite the terminal. See our Airport Hotels section below for more info.

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Airport Hours

The airport is open 24 hours.

Rest & Relaxation Zones

There are no dedicated sleeping areas, quiet areas or rest zones. If this information has changed, click here to update this guide.

Cots

The airport does not provide cots to stranded travellers. If this has changed, click here to update the guide.

Airport Hotels

If sleeping in the airport sounds like a nightmare, a hotel is at Tehran Airport.

Novotel Tehran Imam Khomeini International Airport – Located opposite Terminal 1, within walking distance. A free shuttle is available.

Airport Lounges

CIP Lounge – A reader tells us the lounge is located outside of International Arrivals and costs $10 to enter. (December 2024)

Drinking Water

Information is unavailable. Does the airport have water fountains or water bottle refill stations? Click here to update this guide.

Food & Drinks

At the time of this update, we did not have confirmed information about 24-hour dining. Several food outlets are available in the terminal, but hours may vary.

Luggage Storage & Lockers

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Mobile Charging

Charging points are available in both departures and arrivals areas.

Showers

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WiFi/Internet

WiFi is available in the terminal. A mobile phone number is required to receive a login code by SMS. Access may be limited for travellers without a local or roaming-enabled number.

Security & Safety

Sleeping in any airport can include a certain level of risk, especially when travelling alone. It’s important to take certain precautions to ensure your safety and the security of your valuables. Here are a few tips:

Safety First. It’s a good idea to know where the security office is located and look for video cameras where you plan to sleep. You can also ask the security personnel for advice on the safest places to spend the night.
Don’t Seclude Yourself. If you’re travelling alone, we recommend you stay near other travellers or close to security. This will help you feel more secure and deter potential thieves.
Hide Your Valuables. It’s also important to hide your valuables. Don’t leave them out in plain view, as this could make you a target for theft. Additionally, if you are a deep sleeper, you may want to padlock your bag to something or sleep with your bag up against a wall to make it harder for someone to access zippers and pockets. We have received reports of sleepers who woke up without their phones and laptop bags. The travellers were left with just their headphones and laptop bag strap.
Stay Alert. It’s best to stay alert and awake if you feel unsafe or uncomfortable. Drink coffee or other caffeinated beverages to help you stay awake, and remember that you can always catch up on sleep during your flight. These simple precautions can help you enjoy a safe night at the airport.

More Airport Information

More Services, Facilities & Things To Do On A Layover

Note: Locations, hours, and rates may change. Information is provided for general reference only.

ATMs / Cash Machines – ATMs are available in Terminals 1, 2, 4 and 6. Machines dispense Iranian rial only. International bank cards generally do not work due to sanctions.
Baby Care Services – Baby care room for breastfeeding and diaper changing. Location: not confirmed.
Banks – Currency exchange services are available through Saman Bank and Meli Bank.
Currency Exchange – Available through airport banks.
Duty-Free & Shopping – Duty-free is available. A limited number of shops operate 24 hours. Overnight (approx. 11:00 PM – 7:00 AM), options are very limited, typically snacks and soft drinks. During Ramadan, hours and availability may differ. (Reader report)
Information Desk – Information desks are available. Hours: 24 hours.
Medical Services – First aid services are available 24 hours. Location: not confirmed.
Prayer Rooms – Prayer rooms are available in departures, arrivals and transit areas.

Airlines

Tehran Airport is served by the following airlines: Aegean Airlines • Aeroflot • Air Arabia • Air Asia • Air Astana • Air China • Air India Express • Alitalia • Armenia Aircompany • Ata Airlines • AtlasGlobal • Austrian Airlines • Belavia • British Airways • Caspian Airlines • Cham Wings • China Southern Airlines • Emirates • Etihad Airways • Fly Baghdad • flydubai • Iran Air • Iraqi Airways • Kish Air • KLM • Kuwait Airways • Lufthansa • Mahan Air • Meraj Airlines • Oman Air • Pegasus Airlines • Qatar Airways • Qeshm Airlines • S7 Airlines • Taban Air • Tajik Air • Thai Airways • Turkish Airlines • Ukraine International Airlines • UM Airlines • Zagros Airlines.

Airport Transportation: Getting To/From The Airport

Car Rental

Europcar has an agency located on-site at the airport.

Hotel Shuttles

Minibus

Shared-ride minibuses run between the airport and Shahid metro station, where connections are available on the Tehran Metro to and from points within the city. No further information is available at this time.

Taxis

Prepaid flat-rate taxis are readily available for hire in the ground transportation area. Stop at the taxi booth in the Arrivals hall to pay for your ride. You will receive a ticket to give to your taxi driver before boarding. You can also negotiate a fare with incoming taxis dropping off passengers at the airport.

Last updated: 2026-03-30

This guide is for informational purposes only to assist with your planning. All information, including rates and hours, is subject to change at any time without notice. The information in this airport guide is based on information collected and/or received from the airports, lounges, hotels, transportation providers, and their websites. We are not representatives of any of the above-mentioned service providers. To report errors or to add/update any items mentioned in the guide: update the airport guide or write a review.