Direct (nonstop) flights from Tehran to Sulaimaniyah

1 airline flys nonstop from Imam Khomeini (IKA) to Sulaymaniyah International Airport (ISU). It's 330 miles (531 km), about 1h 25m in the air. Operated by Mahan Air.

IKA
Imam Khomeini
🇮🇷 Tehran, Iran
ISU
Sulaymaniyah International Airport
🇮🇶 Sulaimaniyah, Iraq
Flight Time
1h 25m
Distance
330 mi
531 km
CO₂/pax
61 kg
−74 kg vs. layover
Airlines
1
Mahan Air
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by Mahan Air Mahan Air

Route data last updated: May 27, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Mahan Air W5 Mahan Air
Route
IKA → ISU
Flight Time
1h 25m
Distance
330 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Tehran to Sulaimaniyah with one stop · direct emits 61 kg CO₂ per passenger

IKA BGW (Baghdad) ISU
Leg 1: 1h 40m (423 mi) Leg 2: 45m (171 mi) Total: ~2h 25m 🍃 135 kg CO₂ (+121% vs. direct)
Leg 1
IKA → BGW
1h 40m · 423 mi
View IKA to BGW flights →
Leg 2
BGW → ISU
45m · 171 mi
View BGW to ISU flights →
IKA DOH (Doha) ISU
Leg 1: 2h 10m (699 mi) Leg 2: 2h 25m (803 mi) Total: ~4h 35m 🍃 303 kg CO₂ (+397% vs. direct)
Leg 1
IKA → DOH
2h 10m · 699 mi
View IKA to DOH flights →
Leg 2
DOH → ISU
2h 25m · 803 mi
View DOH to ISU flights →
IKA DXB (Dubai) ISU
Leg 1: 2h 15m (743 mi) Leg 2: 2h 45m (929 mi) Total: ~5h 🍃 334 kg CO₂ (+448% vs. direct)
Leg 1
IKA → DXB
2h 15m · 743 mi
View IKA to DXB flights →
Leg 2
DXB → ISU
2h 45m · 929 mi
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IKA SAW (Istanbul) ISU
Leg 1: 3h 30m (1,245 mi) Leg 2: 2h 35m (943 mi) Total: ~6h 5m 🍃 394 kg CO₂ (+546% vs. direct)
Leg 1
IKA → SAW
3h 30m · 1,245 mi
View IKA to SAW flights →
Leg 2
SAW → ISU
2h 35m · 943 mi
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IKA IST (Istanbul) ISU
Leg 1: 3h 35m (1,278 mi) Leg 2: 2h 40m (978 mi) Total: ~6h 15m 🍃 406 kg CO₂ (+566% vs. direct)
Leg 1
IKA → IST
3h 35m · 1,278 mi
View IKA to IST flights →
Leg 2
IST → ISU
2h 40m · 978 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Tehran to Sulaimaniyah?

A nonstop flight from Tehran (IKA) to Sulaimaniyah (ISU) takes approximately 1 hours and 25 minutes. The distance is 330 miles (531 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Tehran to Sulaimaniyah?

Just Mahan Air.

Is there a nonstop flight from Tehran to Sulaimaniyah?

Yes. 1 airline: Mahan Air.

How far is Tehran from Sulaimaniyah?

The flight distance from Tehran to Sulaimaniyah is 330 miles (531 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 Tehran to Sulaimaniyah?

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 Iran to Iraq?

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

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

Roughly 61 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 305 km.

Is the return flight from Sulaimaniyah to Tehran 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 Tehran to Sulaimaniyah?

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 Imam Khomeini for this flight?

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