Airport Comparison
| IKA | MSP | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Imam Khomeini International Airport | Minneapolis-St Paul International/Wold-Chamberlain Airport |
| IATA Code | IKA | MSP |
| ICAO Code | OIIE | KMSP |
| City | Tehran | Minneapolis |
| Country | Iran | United States |
| Timezone | Asia/Tehran | America/Chicago |
| Elevation | 3,305 ft | 842 ft |
| Coordinates | 35.420000, 51.150000 | 44.880000, -93.220000 |
Tehran (IKA) to Minneapolis (MSP) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA) in Tehran, Iran to Minneapolis-St Paul International/Wold-Chamberlain Airport (MSP) in Minneapolis, United States is 10,393 kilometers (6,458 miles / 5,612 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying north northwest at a heading of 336°.
This is an ultra-long-haul route, one of the longest in aviation. It requires wide-body aircraft with extended range capability such as the Airbus A350-900ULR or Boeing 777-200LR. Passengers should prepare for an extended flight with multiple meal services.
This is an international route connecting Iran with United States. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 03:11 in Tehran, it's 17:41 in Minneapolis. With a 9.5-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.
There is a significant elevation difference of 2,463 feet between the two airports. Minneapolis-St Paul International/Wold-Chamberlain Airport sits lower than Imam Khomeini International Airport.
The return flight from Minneapolis (MSP) to Tehran (IKA) follows a heading of 28° (north northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA) and Minneapolis-St Paul International/Wold-Chamberlain Airport (MSP) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.