Tabriz International Airport TBZ

Tabriz Airport serves the main city of Iranian Azerbaijan, in the northwest of the country, approximately 12 km from the city center.

Tabriz is known for its historic covered bazaar, among the world's largest and a UNESCO World Heritage site.

Content verified on 04/09/2026

Official source: www.tabrizairport.ir

How to get to Tabriz International Airport

Tabriz city center is about 12 km from the airport: transfer takes approximately 20-25 minutes by taxi.

By Car

Travelers arriving by car reach central Tabriz in approximately 20-25 minutes.

By Train

There is no urban rail network in Tabriz.

By Bus

Several public bus lines connect the airport to the city center.

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Tips The historic Tabriz bazaar is among the world's largest covered shopping complexes: dedicate at least half a day to explore it at leisure.

Average travel time to TBZ

TrainNot available

Shuttle busNot a dedicated service

Taxi / Private hire20-25 minutes

Parking near Tabriz International Airport

The official parking area is positioned in front of the terminal.

Rates are not reliably published online: verify the amount at the checkout.

How to get to Tabriz from TBZ

By Train

There is no urban rail network in Tabriz.

By Bus

Some bus routes connect the airport to Tabriz city center.

By Taxi

Official taxis wait in the arrivals area; always agree on the fare before departing: approximately 6–10 USD equivalent in rial to the city center.

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Car rental at Tabriz International Airport

Some local car rental operators have desks in the arrivals area, typically with driver included.

Bring your license, passport, and cash for the deposit, as foreign credit cards do not work.

Hotels near Tabriz International Airport

Several hotels can be found in the center of Tabriz, close to the historic bazaar.

Hotels in the city center (20-25 minutes, approximately 35-100 USD/night) are generally well-secured; remember that women must wear hijab in all public spaces.

Airport services

The airport serves Iranian Azerbaijan and the northwestern part of the country, near borders with Turkey, Armenia, and Azerbaijan.

Shopping & Duty Free

The duty-free area carries Persian carpets, particularly those woven in the Tabriz region, along with regional products.

Lounges & relaxation

As a regionally-focused airport, dedicated business lounges are not available.

Connectivity & Wi-Fi

Wi-Fi is available in the terminal's public areas, though access is often limited without VPN. Irancell and MCI operators have a SIM corner at the airport.