Karaj to Hamadān flights
Hamadān lies 252 km (157 mi) south-west of Karaj, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 1 h 4 min gate to gate, based on the distance and typical cruise speed with taxi and climb allowed for; connecting itineraries add the layover on top.
| Karaj | Hamadān | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Iran | Iran |
| Population | 1.4 million | 528,256 |
| Elevation | 1,341 m (4,400 ft) | 1,820 m (5,971 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+3:30 (Asia/Tehran) | UTC+3:30 (Asia/Tehran) |
| Nearest large airport | PYK, 16 km out | HDM, 9 km out |
Airports at each end
Leaving Karaj
Karaj is served by 3 airports with scheduled flights within 100 km. The closest large one is Payam International Airport (PYK), 16 km (10 mi) from the centre, whose 12,005-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft. The alternatives are Mehrabad International Airport (THR, 33 km), Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA, 49 km).
Arriving in Hamadān
Hamadān is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Hamadan Airport (HDM), 9 km (6 mi) from the centre, whose 10,611-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft.
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hamadan Airport (regional) | HDM | 9 km (6 mi) | 10,611 ft | 5,755 ft |
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Common questions
How far is Hamadān from Karaj?
252 km (157 mi) in a straight line, south-west of Karaj.
How long does it take to get from Karaj to Hamadān by air?
About 1 h 4 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Karaj and Hamadān?
No, both are on Asia/Tehran at the moment.
Which airports are used for Karaj to Hamadān flights?
Typically Payam International Airport (PYK) to Hamadan Airport (HDM).
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.