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Mahan Air Flights, Routes & Travel Guide

Explore the latest Mahan Air (W5) fleet and aircraft seat maps. Compare amenities, baggage, check-in, children and pet travel rules.

Last updated: October 2026
IATA: W5Founded 1991HQ: Sadeghiyeh, Tehran, Iran
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About Mahan Air

Explore the latest Mahan Air (W5) fleet and aircraft seat maps. Compare amenities, baggage, check-in, children and pet travel rules.

Mahan Air was founded in 1991 and started its operations in June 1992. The head office is located in Aryashahr, Tehran, Iran. The company's main hubs are Tehran Mehrabad International Airport and Tehran Imam Khomeini International Airport. In addition, Mahan Air is also based at Mashhad International Airport, Kish International Airport, Ayatollah Hashemi Rafsanjani Airport, Isfahan International Airport, Shiraz International Airport. In total, the company serves 54 routes. Mahan Air's fleet consists of 54 planes.

Airline codeW5
Main hubIKA
Alliance-
Destinations20
Countries10
Fleet38
Updated: October 2026

Popular Mahan Air routes

RouteCitiesTypical durationWeekly flightsService
IKA to PVGTehran to Shanghai8h 20m0NONSTOP
IKA to CANTehran to Guangzhou7h 45m0NONSTOP
IKA to HKTTehran to Phuket7h 10m0NONSTOP
IKA to BKKTehran to Bangkok7h 5m0NONSTOP
IKA to PEKTehran to Beijing6h 50m0NONSTOP

Mahan Air hubs and focus cities

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20 destinations · Updated: October 2026
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Routes serving Tehran

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RouteCitiesTypical durationWeekly flightsService
PVG to IKAShanghai to Tehran9h 20m0NONSTOP
LED to IKASt. Petersburg to Tehran9h 15m0NONSTOP
CAN to IKAGuangzhou to Tehran8h 35m0NONSTOP
IKA to PVGTehran to Shanghai8h 20m0NONSTOP
PEK to IKABeijing to Tehran8h 10m0NONSTOP
IKA to CANTehran to Guangzhou7h 45m0NONSTOP
HKT to IKAPhuket to Tehran7h 25m0NONSTOP
BKK to IKABangkok to Tehran7h 20m0NONSTOP
IKA to HKTTehran to Phuket7h 10m0NONSTOP
IKA to BKKTehran to Bangkok7h 5m0NONSTOP
Routes and frequencies may change by season and travel date.
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Aircraft, cabins and onboard experience

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Aircraft

Cabin comparison

CabinSeat pitchSeat widthSeat recline
EconomyAirbus A340 A340-30079-81 cm44 cm8 cm
BusinessAirbus A340 A340-300152 cm51 cm170°
EconomyAirbus A340 A340-60079 cm43 cm8 cm
BusinessAirbus A340 A340-600145-152 cm50 cm168°
Premium economyAirbus A340 A340-60097 cm43-46 cm13 cm

Mahan Air baggage allowance

Fees and allowances vary by route, fare and status.

Baggage

Free checked baggage limits: domestic flights - 20 kg for economy and 30kg for business class; International flights - 30 kg for economy and 40 kg for business class. Free cabin baggage limits: business class - 45cm x 35cm x 20 cm, 9kg; economy class - 55cm x 40cm x 30cm, 6 kg.

Mahan Air Baggage rules

Travel policies

Pets

Mahan Air allows pets as check-in baggage on some flights. Pets are not allowed in the cabin on any flight. The pet must be at least 10 weeks old. Passengers carrying pets on Mahan Air flights will be charged an excess baggage fee.

Flying with pets on Mahan Air

Infants

An infant is a passenger under two years of age. Infants may fly without a seat on the plane, on the lap of an accompanying adult. If you wish, you can buy a seat for an infant at the infant fare. If one adult is traveling with two infants, one seat must be purchased for one infant, and the other may be held on the lap.

Mahan Air Infants policy

Check in rules

Check-in can be done online (via the website or mobile app) or at the airport. Online check-in begins 24 hours before departure and ends 60 minutes before departure. Check-in desks open three hours before departure and close 60 minutes before departure.

Mahan Air Check-in rules

Unaccompanied minors

Children over the age of five can travel alone. A minors' accompanying service is compulsory for children 5-12 years old. For children over 12 years old, the minors' accompanying service is not compulsory and can be booked at parents' request.

Unaccompanied minors in Mahan Air

On-time performance

76.49%On-time arrivals
9.68 minAverage delay
99.29%Completion rate
0.71%Cancellation rate

Mahan Air FAQs

Find quick answers to the most common questions about flying with Mahan Air.

What hand baggage does Mahan Air allow?

Published Mahan Air passenger information lists one cabin bag up to 5 kg in Economy and 7 kg in Business, with dimensions up to 55×40×20 cm.

How do I confirm cabin and checked baggage for my Mahan Air ticket?

Check the ticket for cabin and checked-bag piece, weight and size limits. Ask the operating carrier about extra or special baggage before travel.

How should I arrange check-in for a Mahan Air booking?

Follow the confirmed flight’s check-in instructions. Ask the carrier or ticket issuer about online availability, airport counters and the deadlines for check-in, bag drop and boarding.

How do I request a change or refund for a Mahan Air ticket?

Contact the airline or agent that issued the ticket and ask which fare conditions apply. Confirm eligibility, charges and any fare difference before accepting a change or refund.

What should I do if my Mahan Air flight is delayed or cancelled?

Contact the airline or ticketing agent for assistance. Refund, rerouting and compensation rights depend on the applicable rules and circumstances.

Can I travel with a pet on a Mahan Air booking?

Obtain the operating carrier’s approval before booking a pet. Confirm the transport method, container requirements, documents and destination restrictions.

What travel documents should I check for my Mahan Air itinerary?

Check passport, visa and health requirements for your nationality, destination and any transit points. Recheck near departure. Meeting document requirements does not guarantee admission.

How should I pack a power bank for a Mahan Air flight?

Carry power banks and spare lithium batteries in cabin baggage with terminals protected. Remove them if the bag is gate-checked. Confirm airline-specific restrictions.