Payam Karaj International Airport

Airport Airport

IATA Code
PYK
ICAO Code
OIIP
Airport Type
Medium Airport
Class
International

Payam Karaj International Airport serves Karaj and the greater Tehran area as a secondary airport with cargo and some passenger operations. It is smaller than Tehran’s main international airports and handles a mix of uses.

Payam Karaj International Airport
Elevation: 1271 m
35.7761, 50.8267

Terminal Guide for Payam Karaj International Airport #

A single terminal complex provides the passenger facilities in a compact layout; passenger services are generally modest compared with major international airports.

Getting to and From Payam Karaj International Airport #

Road transport is the main link to Karaj and Tehran; drives can be affected by heavy traffic in the region.

  • Taxi / private transfer: Most practical option for door‑to‑door travel; journey times vary with traffic.
  • Coach / shuttle: Some shuttle or bus services may operate to nearby cities; schedules can be limited.
  • Driving: Road access is available; allow extra time in peak periods.

Facilities, Shopping, and Dining at Payam Karaj International Airport #

Facilities are basic and suitable for short stays or cargo operations.

  • Lounges: No major public lounges expected.
  • Food & drink: Limited café or vending options.
  • Wi‑Fi / charging: Public Wi‑Fi may be limited; bring chargers.
  • Accessibility: Assistance may be available on request; check ahead for specific needs.

Tips for Payam Karaj International Airport #

  • Domestic and regional flight schedules can vary; confirm times ahead and allow extra time for ground transport in Tehran traffic if connecting from the city.
  • Expect to pay for taxis in cash (Iranian rial); arrange a reliable transfer if you have heavy luggage.
  • Visa and entry rules can affect onward travel - check formalities before arrival if transiting nationally between airports.

Weather & Climate near Payam Karaj International Airport #

Climate

Payam Karaj International Airport's climate is classified as Hot-Summer Mediterranean - Hot-Summer Mediterranean climate with hot summers (peaking in July) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -3°C to 36°C. Semi-arid with limited rainfall with a pronounced dry season.

Air Quality: AQI 99 Moderate
Best Time to Visit
AugustSeptemberJuly
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
39°
Warmest Month
-19°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is the coolest month with highs of 6°C and lows of -3°C. Moderate rainfall (37 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

55 Acceptable

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-3°
69%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

37 mm
Rainfall
1.7 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.4
UV Index
Low
9.9h daylight

February

February is cold with highs of 9°C and lows of -1°C. Moderate rainfall (37 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

65 Good

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-1°
66%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

37 mm
Rainfall
2.2 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.7
UV Index
Moderate
10.8h daylight

March

March is cold with highs of 14°C and lows of 3°C. The wettest month with 47 mm of rain and partly cloudy skies.

64 Good

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
14°
59%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

47 mm
Rainfall
3.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.1
UV Index
High
11.8h daylight

April

April is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 9°C. Light rainfall and partly cloudy skies.

78 Very Good

Comfort

15°
Feels Like Cool
15°C
Temperature
21°
57%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

29 mm
Rainfall
3.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.5
UV Index
Very High
13.0h daylight

May

May is mild with highs of 27°C and lows of 13°C. Light rainfall.

89 Excellent

Comfort

20°
Feels Like Mild
20°C
Temperature
13° 27°
49%
Humidity
Comfortable

Weather

22 mm
Rainfall
2.8 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.1
UV Index
Extreme
13.9h daylight

June

June is warm with highs of 33°C and lows of 18°C. Almost no rain and clear sunny skies.

97 Ideal

Comfort

25°
Feels Like Warm
25°C
Temperature
18° 33°
35%
Humidity
Comfortable

Weather

6 mm
Rainfall
2.8 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.7
UV Index
Extreme
14.4h daylight

July

July is the hottest month with highs of 36°C and lows of 21°C. Almost no rain and clear sunny skies.

98 Ideal

Comfort

28°
Feels Like Hot
28°C
Temperature
21° 36°
31%
Humidity
Comfortable

Weather

3 mm
Rainfall
3.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.6
UV Index
Extreme
14.1h daylight

August

August is warm with highs of 35°C and lows of 20°C. The driest month with just 2 mm and clear sunny skies.

99 Ideal

Comfort

27°
Feels Like Warm
27°C
Temperature
20° 35°
31%
Humidity
Comfortable

Weather

2 mm
Rainfall
2.8 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.3
UV Index
Extreme
13.3h daylight

September

September is mild with highs of 31°C and lows of 16°C. Almost no rain and clear sunny skies.

99 Ideal

Comfort

23°
Feels Like Mild
23°C
Temperature
16° 31°
37%
Humidity
Comfortable

Weather

3 mm
Rainfall
2.5 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.7
UV Index
Very High
12.3h daylight

October

October is cool with highs of 23°C and lows of 10°C. Light rainfall and mostly sunny skies.

93 Ideal

Comfort

17°
Feels Like Cool
17°C
Temperature
10° 23°
49%
Humidity
Comfortable

Weather

21 mm
Rainfall
2.3 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.1
UV Index
High
11.2h daylight

November

November is cold with highs of 15°C and lows of 4°C. Moderate rainfall (30 mm).

77 Very Good

Comfort

10°
Feels Like Cold
10°C
Temperature
15°
64%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

30 mm
Rainfall
2.0 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.6
UV Index
Moderate
10.2h daylight

December

December is cold with highs of 8°C and lows of 0°C. Moderate rainfall (40 mm).

67 Good

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-1°
68%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

40 mm
Rainfall
1.5 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.4
UV Index
Low
9.7h daylight

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