Direct (nonstop) flights from Erbil to Tehran

1 airline flys nonstop from Erbil Intl (EBL) to Imam Khomeini (IKA). It's 408 miles (656 km), about 1h 25m in the air. Operated by Mahan Air.

EBL
Erbil Intl
🇮🇶 Erbil, Iraq
IKA
Imam Khomeini
🇮🇷 Tehran, Iran
Flight Time
1h 25m
Distance
408 mi
656 km
CO₂/pax
75 kg
−66 kg vs. layover
Airlines
1
Mahan Air
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by Mahan Air Mahan Air

Route data last updated: May 29, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Mahan Air W5 Mahan Air
Route
EBL → IKA
Flight Time
1h 25m
Distance
408 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Erbil to Tehran with one stop · direct emits 75 kg CO₂ per passenger

EBL BGW (Baghdad) IKA
Leg 1: 1h (206 mi) Leg 2: 1h 30m (423 mi) Total: ~2h 30m 🍃 141 kg CO₂ (+88% vs. direct)
Leg 1
EBL → BGW
1h · 206 mi
View EBL to BGW flights →
Leg 2
BGW → IKA
1h 30m · 423 mi
View BGW to IKA flights →
EBL DAM (Damascus) IKA
Leg 1: 1h 40m (465 mi) Leg 2: 1h 45m (846 mi) Total: ~3h 25m 🍃 268 kg CO₂ (+257% vs. direct)
Leg 1
EBL → DAM
1h 40m · 465 mi
View EBL to DAM flights →
Leg 2
DAM → IKA
1h 45m · 846 mi
View DAM to IKA flights →
EBL DOH (Doha) IKA
Leg 1: 2h 25m (882 mi) Leg 2: 2h 5m (699 mi) Total: ~4h 30m 🍃 317 kg CO₂ (+323% vs. direct)
Leg 1
EBL → DOH
2h 25m · 882 mi
View EBL to DOH flights →
Leg 2
DOH → IKA
2h 5m · 699 mi
View DOH to IKA flights →
EBL ESB (Ankara) IKA
Leg 1: 2h 5m (654 mi) Leg 2: 2h 30m (1,043 mi) Total: ~4h 35m 🍃 322 kg CO₂ (+329% vs. direct)
Leg 1
EBL → ESB
2h 5m · 654 mi
View EBL to ESB flights →
Leg 2
ESB → IKA
2h 30m · 1,043 mi
View ESB to IKA flights →
EBL SHJ (Sharjah) IKA
Leg 1: 2h 35m (1,017 mi) Leg 2: 2h 10m (742 mi) Total: ~4h 45m 🍃 334 kg CO₂ (+345% vs. direct)
Leg 1
EBL → SHJ
2h 35m · 1,017 mi
View EBL to SHJ flights →
Leg 2
SHJ → IKA
2h 10m · 742 mi
View SHJ to IKA flights →

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Erbil to Tehran?

A nonstop flight from Erbil (EBL) to Tehran (IKA) takes approximately 1 hours and 25 minutes. The distance is 408 miles (656 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Erbil to Tehran?

Just Mahan Air.

Is there a nonstop flight from Erbil to Tehran?

Yes. 1 airline: Mahan Air.

How far is Erbil from Tehran?

The flight distance from Erbil to Tehran is 408 miles (656 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as Mumbai to Goa.

What type of aircraft flies from Erbil to Tehran?

At 1h 25m, this route typically uses narrow-body aircraft — Boeing 737 or Airbus A320. Varies by airline.

Do I need a visa to travel from Iraq to Iran?

Depends on your passport. Check with the Iran embassy or an official visa portal before booking — requirements change.

What is the carbon footprint of a flight from Erbil to Tehran?

Roughly 75 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 375 km.

Is the return flight from Tehran to Erbil also nonstop?

Yes — nonstop flights run both ways. Flight time may differ slightly due to wind patterns.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Erbil to Tehran?

Midweek flights (Tue/Wed) outside holiday peaks are usually cheapest. 3-6 weeks ahead is a good window for this route. Use "Check Prices" above to compare.

How early should I arrive at Erbil Intl for this flight?

3 hours before departure for international flights. You need time for check-in, security, and immigration.