Imam Khomeini International Airport

OIIE / IKA

Tehran, IR

Last Updated
Apr 22, 15:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Stale 10 hours ago
15:00Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
21°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: -4°C
18 kt
310°
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR OIIE 221500Z 31018KT 9999 FEW030 21/M04 Q1011

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 3,305 ft
FEW 3,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
3,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
6,305 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Imam Khomeini International Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with few clouds at 3,000 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility. Note: This observation is 10.3 hours old and conditions may have changed.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the northwest (310°) at 18 knots. Runway 29 is favored with a 17-knot headwind and 6-knot crosswind component. Student pilots and low-time aviators should exercise caution.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: few at 3,000 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 21°C (70°F) with a dewpoint of -4°C, indicating very dry conditions. High temperatures at this elevation may result in significant density altitude effects. Pilots should calculate density altitude and adjust performance expectations accordingly.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 30 hours. Conditions are expected to fluctuate between VFR and MVFR. VFR pilots should be prepared for deteriorating conditions. Winds are forecast to reach up to 20 knots during the period. Expect variable wind speeds ranging from 8 to 20 knots. Temporary VFR conditions are forecast between 06:00Z and 12:00Z. Temporary VFR conditions are forecast between 12:00Z and 18:00Z. Temporary VFR conditions are forecast between 10:00Z and 16:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight. The forecast indicates conditions may deteriorate. Ensure you have fuel reserves and a viable alternate airport.

This briefing is generated from real-time METAR and TAF data. Always verify with official sources before flight.

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF OIIE 221100Z 2212/2318 28016KT 8000 NSC TEMPO 2206/2212 28020G30KT TEMPO 2212/2218 28016G26KT BECMG 2301/2303 28008KT TEMPO 2310/2316 27016KT
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
01:16Z BASE
+0h
MVFR 280° 16 kt
Visibility: 8 km
10:00Z TEMPO
+9h
VFR 270° 16 kt

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
IIE
11L
29R ✈️
11R
29L ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 11L/29R
Active: 29R
13,772 ft 148 ft ASP 109°
16.9 kt 6.2 kt
20° angle
✈️ 11R/29L
Active: 29L
13,940 ft 148 ft ASP 108°
16.9 kt 6.2 kt
20° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - OIIE

6,470 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
78%
MVFR
17.2%
IFR
4.7%
LIFR
0.1%

Imam Khomeini International Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 78% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 4.8% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the W averaging 8.5 knots, with gusts recorded up to 34 knots. Temperature extremes range from -10°C to 39°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are March, September, April.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: W (270°)
Average Speed: 8.5 kt
Maximum Recorded: 34 kt
Calm Winds: 7.8%
Direction Distribution:
N
4.7%
NE
2.8%
E
6.7%
SE
10.9%
S
4.1%
SW
2.9%
W
30.9%
NW
29.1%

Temperature Range

Average: 12.5°C
Range: -10°C to 39°C
-10°C 39°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 0%

Best Months for VFR

March September April

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 11L/29R
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3 kt
Runway 11R/29L
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3 kt

Statistics computed from 6,470 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Imam Khomeini International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: OIIE
IATA Code: IKA
Type: large airport
Status: active
Elevation: 3,305 ft MSL

Location

City: Tehran
Country: IR
Latitude: 35.416100°
Longitude: 51.152199°
Time Zone: Europe/Moscow

Runway Information

Runway 11L/29R
Length: 13,772 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 11R/29L
Length: 13,940 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Imam Khomeini International Airport

Overview

Imam Khomeini International Airport serves as the primary international gateway for Tehran, Iran, located at 35.416100, 51.152199. The airport is a large facility situated at an elevation of 3,305 feet mean sea level, providing critical air transportation infrastructure for the Tehran metropolitan region.

Flying Conditions

Tehran's airport elevation at 3,305 feet MSL introduces moderate altitude considerations for aircraft performance and approach planning. The two parallel asphalt runways (11L/29R at 13,772 ft and 11R/29L at 13,940 ft) offer substantial length to accommodate a wide range of aircraft types and operational conditions.

Notable Features

The airport features two parallel runways with significant lengths, allowing for complex aircraft operations and multiple approach configurations. Its geographical position near Tehran presents potential terrain interactions that pilots should carefully evaluate during approach and departure phases, particularly considering the elevated surrounding landscape.

Approach Considerations

Runway orientation (11/29) suggests potential wind alignment along the northeast-southwest axis. The extensive runway lengths of 13,772 and 13,940 feet provide substantial operational flexibility for diverse aircraft types, enabling safe landings and takeoffs under various meteorological conditions.

Data Sources & Accuracy: Airport information sourced from OurAirports.com, a collaborative database of worldwide airport data. Weather data from official aviation weather services including NOAA Aviation Weather Center and international METAR/TAF providers. Information is updated regularly but pilots should always verify current conditions and NOTAMs through official channels before flight operations.

Official Data Sources

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NOTAMs FAA NOTAM System • ICAO NOTAM Distribution
Last updated: Jan 1, 1970 12:00 AM UTC

Disclaimer: Data is provided for informational purposes only. Pilots must verify all information through official sources before flight operations. Weather conditions change rapidly; always obtain a current briefing from approved weather services.