Isfahan Shahid Beheshti International Airport IFN

Isfahan Shahid Beheshti International Airport (IFN) lies about 18 kilometres east of the city, in a desert area at roughly 1,540 metres above sea level. It serves one of Iran’s most visited cities and is a medium-sized airport: it handled about 2.8 million passengers in 2017. It is a base for several Iranian airlines, with domestic routes and some regional ones. A military air base sits next to the terminal, as at several of Iran’s major airports.

Terminals

According to Wikipedia, the airport has two terminals, one for domestic flights and one for international. Check your ticket or ask your airline which one you need before you go.

Airlines and destinations

Most traffic is domestic, with Iran Air, Karun Airlines, Pars Air and Qeshm Air among the carriers present, and Iran Aseman having been based here. Routes link Isfahan with Tehran and other major Iranian cities, plus a few connections to neighbouring countries. The route map changes often, so check the current timetable.

Services

Facilities are those of a large regional airport, with shops and places to eat according to the airport’s listing. Even so, for hotels, restaurants and shopping it is usually best to wait until you reach the city.

Tips

Because the airport is some way from the centre, include the journey in your planning when you set your departure time. If you arrive at night or have an early flight, arrange your transfer in advance. Avoid photographing the neighbouring military area.