Mashhad to Ahvaz flights
Ahvaz lies 1,150 km (715 mi) south-west of Mashhad, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 2 h 13 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.
| Mashhad | Ahvaz | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Iran | Iran |
| Population | 2.3 million | 841,145 |
| Elevation | 980 m (3,215 ft) | 23 m (75 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+3:30 (Asia/Tehran) | UTC+3:30 (Asia/Tehran) |
| Nearest large airport | MHD, 8 km out | AWZ, 8 km out |
Airports at each end
Leaving Mashhad
Mashhad is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Mashhad International Airport (MHD), 8 km (5 mi) from the centre, whose 12,877-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft.
Arriving in Ahvaz
Ahvaz is served by 2 airports with scheduled flights within 100 km. The closest large one is Qasem Soleimani International Airport (AWZ), 8 km (5 mi) from the centre, whose 11,149-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft. The alternatives are Mahshahr Airport (MRX, 96 km).
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Qasem Soleimani International Airport | AWZ | 8 km (5 mi) | 11,149 ft | 66 ft |
| Mahshahr Airport (regional) | MRX | 96 km (60 mi) | 8,874 ft | 8 ft |
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Common questions
How far is Ahvaz from Mashhad?
1,150 km (715 mi) in a straight line, south-west of Mashhad.
How long does it take to get from Mashhad to Ahvaz by air?
About 2 h 13 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Mashhad and Ahvaz?
No, both are on Asia/Tehran at the moment.
Which airports are used for Mashhad to Ahvaz flights?
Typically Mashhad International Airport (MHD) to Qasem Soleimani International Airport (AWZ); Ahvaz also has MRX.
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.