Travelling from Tehran to Vancouver: what you need to know
Planning your holiday starts with figuring out where you'll leave from in Tehran. Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA) is the city's main base, so explore your options for booking a flight from Tehran to Vancouver taking off from here.
When flying into Vancouver, step off the plane at Vancouver International Airport (YVR) or Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport (CXH). Abbotsford Airport (YXX) is another way to get to this city.
Vancouver's timezone is UTC-7, making Vancouver ten hours 30 minutes behind Tehran.
To ensure you get on your Tehran to Vancouver flight, allow plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is a good rule of thumb.
During popular months like July, it's best to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're travelling during high season in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Tehran to Vancouver
Booking early is often the key to finding a cheap Tehran to Vancouver flight. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the nearer you get to departure, the more expensive your ticket may be.
Finding cheap plane tickets from Tehran to Vancouver is easy if you're flexible with your travel plans. Try using the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices across the month and land a fantastic deal.
There's no need to check every day to see if prices have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment a better deal comes up on cheap flights from Tehran to Vancouver.
Select your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your Tehran to Vancouver flight results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest.'
Flying from Tehran
Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA)
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to break up your journey — and maybe even explore a different city. When searching for Tehran to Vancouver flights leaving from Imam Khomeini International Airport, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Popular options include:
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Dubai Airport (DXB)
IKA is around 40 kilometres from central Tehran. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 1 hour or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Need a convenient place to stay before your flight from Tehran to Vancouver? Remis Hotel and Rexan Hotel are near Imam Khomeini International Airport. They're a particularly good choice if you have an early departure.
69.19% of flights that take off from Imam Khomeini International Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
Arriving in Vancouver
Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to central Vancouver takes around 25 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 11 kilometres away.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 35 minutes.
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Tehran to Vancouver. Check in to one of these accommodation options near YVR instead:
Go where the road takes you with a Vancouver International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Routes Car Rentals, Thrifty or Avis and see more of Vancouver and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from Vancouver International Airport about one week ahead gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport (CXH)
Central Vancouver is around 0.80 kilometres from Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport (CXH). Once your flight from Tehran to Vancouver has hit the runway and you've made your way to arrivals, the drive should take about 5 minutes.
The journey will take roughly 15 minutes on public transport.
You'll find some great places to lay your head close to CXH. Kick back after your Tehran to Vancouver flight at any of these well-located options:
Pick the vehicle you actually want, not just what's available, by reserving your ride from CXH in advance. You'll also avoid paying more than you have to, especially during peak travel times.
Abbotsford Airport (YXX)
Hop off your flight from Tehran to Vancouver and head straight for your hotel or jump right into exploring. Central Vancouver is around 64 kilometres from Abbotsford Airport (YXX) and takes roughly 1 hour to reach by car.
Public transport will take you there in around 1 hour 30 minutes.
Find a hotel near YXX and get from baggage claim to your bed in a snap. Whether you're arriving on a late Tehran to Vancouver flight or just want to keep your travel plans simple, these accommodation options bring comfort closer to you:
Begin your travels without stressing about how to reach your destination with an Abbotsford Airport rental car. You can book your wheels with reliable suppliers here like Hertz, Thrifty and Enterprise.
Around one week before your flight from Tehran to Vancouver is the ideal time to secure your vehicle from YXX. You're more likely to lock in a better rate or even pick up some early bird discounts.
Best time to go to Vancouver
August is the most popular month for flights from Tehran to Vancouver. To travel when it's less crowded, head to Vancouver in May.
Before locking in your Tehran to Vancouver tickets, think about the weather you're most comfortable in. August is the warmest month in Vancouver, with temperatures ranging from 13ºC to 24ºC.
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from Tehran to Vancouver in December when temperatures average between -1ºC and 7ºC.
More about Vancouver
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Vancouver right here. Browse these hotels once you've locked in your flight from Tehran to Vancouver:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to work out where to begin. Stanley Park, Granville Island and Science World are major attractions which should feature on any good Vancouver itinerary.
Explore more of Canada
Surrey is just one of the many places in Canada waiting to be explored once you've seen Vancouver. Around 32 kilometres to the south-east, popular attractions include Senator Reid Park, Port Mann Park and Morgan Creek Park.
Around 97 kilometres south of Vancouver, Victoria is another favourite stop in Canada. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Royal BC Museum, Craigdarroch Castle and Inner Harbour.
