Major city · Iran
Kish Island
Spend 2–3 days on Kish Island for beaches, Dolphin & Crocodile Park, shopping malls and the historic Greek Ship; stay overnight to avoid rushed travel.
Kish Island is a free‑trade resort with beaches, water sports, a dolphin park and duty‑free malls. A short stay (2–3 days) lets you see the main sights and shop without feeling rushed. Day‑trips are limited, so base yourself on the island.
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Local time, weather, currency, airports
- Weather
- see forecast
- Currency
- IRR
- Best months
- Oct–Mar (cooler, less heat)
- avoid Jun–Aug (very hot)
- Airport
- KIH
- Nights
- 2
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Rules in force · 5Security advice in this region can change within a dayCheck your own government travel advice for Iran before a…
- Middle East ↗Security advice in this region can change within a day; re-read your government's page before departure and again before any border or regional flight.
- Middle East ↗Public drunkenness, public displays of affection and offensive gestures or online posts can lead to arrest in the Gulf states and Iran; dress modestly outside beaches and hotels.
- Iran ↗Check your own government travel advice for Iran before any booking; advice depends on your passport and changes without notice.
- Iran ↗Entry rules, visa type and nationality restrictions differ sharply by passport and change quickly.
- Iran ↗Confirm that your travel insurance and medical evacuation cover apply to Iran before you rely on it.
Entry rules depend on your passport. Full visa guide
What is in this basic guide9 covered · 4 not yet ▾
In this guide
Not in this guide yet
- Walking areas with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Airport-to-bed timings and the last safe connection
- Field-checked times and prices
Official sites
Emergency numbers for Kish Island110 ▾
Tap a number to call from your phone. These are the numbers listed in this guide; a row marked check has not been verified.
EssentialsQuick answers and what things cost
Essentials
Quick answers and what things cost
Quick answers
The questions people ask first about Kish Island, one line each. Tap a card for the full answer.
- Cash or card?Foreign cards and ATMs do not work in Iran: see Insurance & payments above.Iran-wide
- SafetyKish is generally safe for tourists; follow dress rules for women, keep an eye on taxi fares, and keep passport handy for occasional checks.
- Emergency numbers110 police · 115 ambulance · 125 fire (not 911, 999 or 000)
- Your embassyFind your embassy's 24-hour line before you fly.
- AirportKIH Kish International Airport.
- Getting aroundWalking is easiest; taxis (Toyota Camry) cost US$2‑5 per ride, agree fare before boarding.
DecideWhat it is known for, and when the weather works
Decide
What it is known for, and when the weather works
At a glance
What the city is known for, how you fly in, and where to find the phrases.
- Airports
- KIH Kish International Airport
Best months at a glance
From the guide's best and avoid lists
Jan
Best
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
Feb
Best
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
Mar
Best
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
Apr
not flagged
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
May
not flagged
34°C (93°F)93°F (34°C)
Jun
Avoid
38°C (100°F)100°F (38°C)
Jul
Avoid
40°C (104°F)104°F (40°C)
Aug
Avoid
39°C (102°F)102°F (39°C)
Sep
not flagged
36°C (97°F)97°F (36°C)
Oct
Best
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
Nov
Best
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
Dec
Best
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
Best: Oct–Mar. Avoid: Jun–Aug. Month by month →
Warmest Jul (40°C (104°F)104°F (40°C)), coolest Jan (12°C (54°F)54°F (12°C) low), wettest Jul (7 rain days), driest Jan (2). Averages, not a forecast.
Weather and climate
Kish Island: next 7 days
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Forecast: Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0), model data for this point.
Air quality
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Model estimate (CAMS via Open-Meteo), not a street-level station; readings near busy roads run higher.
Jan
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
12°C (54°F)54°F (12°C)
2 rd
Feb
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
13°C (55°F)55°F (13°C)
2 rd
Mar
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
17°C (63°F)63°F (17°C)
3 rd
Apr
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
21°C (70°F)70°F (21°C)
4 rd
May
34°C (93°F)93°F (34°C)
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
5 rd
Jun
38°C (100°F)100°F (38°C)
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
6 rd
Jul
40°C (104°F)104°F (40°C)
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
7 rd
Aug
39°C (102°F)102°F (39°C)
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
6 rd
Sep
36°C (97°F)97°F (36°C)
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
5 rd
Oct
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
4 rd
Nov
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
3 rd
Dec
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
14°C (57°F)57°F (14°C)
2 rd
High / low, both scales · rd = rain days
Arrive & moveAirports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Arrive & move
Airports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Getting around
Walking is easiest; taxis (Toyota Camry) cost US$2‑5 per ride, agree fare before boarding. No meters. Rental cars are rare.
Nearest full guides
Straight-line distance, not travel time
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Day-trips
Qeshm Island
goDoor to door: ≈ 2 h total
Ferry from Kish jetty, about 1 h, then local bus or taxi
Mainland island with historic sites; good for a day.
Bandar Abbas
cautionDoor to door: ≈ 3 h total
Ferry from Kish to Bandar Abbas, about 2 h; optional bus from port
Longer travel, limited services; consider overnight if staying longer.
Hormuz Island
goDoor to door: ≈ 2 h 30 min
Ferry from Kish to Hormuz, about 1 h 30 min; local transport on island
Known for red cliffs and marine life; day trip feasible.
Eat & sleepWhich area to sleep in
Eat & sleep
Which area to sleep in
Where to sleep
Areas, not hotels: pick the one that fits your arrival time and plans.
Alighapou Hotel (budget)
basic rooms, close to jetty
Eram Grand Hotel (mid‑range)
2‑star, central location
Dariush Grand Hotel (splurge)
luxury, sea views
PracticalWhat a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Practical
What a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Cost per day
- Budget
- ≈ IRR 300,000–500,000 excl. bed (check)
- Mid
- ≈ IRR 600,000–900,000 excl. bed (check)
- High
- ≈ IRR 1,200,000+ excl. bed (check)
Trip budget
Prices of common things
| Taxi ride (short) | US$2–5 |
| Dolphin & Crocodile Park entry | US$46 |
| Underground Town of Kariz entry | US$5 |
| Greek Ship (view only) | Free |
2026 estimate; check locally.
Watch out
Safety
- Visa‑free entry limited to 14 days; passport photo and fingerprint taken.
- Female visitors must wear headscarf and long robes at the airport; loaned garments must be returned.
- Taxi drivers may short‑change; confirm fare in USD before starting.
Emergency numbers
- Police
- 110
- Ambulance
- 115
- Fire
- 125
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به این آدرس لطفاًTo this address, please
Emergency
- Police110
- Ambulance115
- Fire125
Embassy
My embassy: —
Fare anchors (2026 estimate)
- Airport → hotel taxi: about US$2.5–3 (check)
- Kish → Bandar Abbas ferry: ≈ IRR 150,000 (check)
Say or show
- ببخشید — Excuse me / Sorry (bebakhshid)
- متشکرم — Thank you (moteshakeram)
- چقدر است؟ — How much is it? (cheghadr ast?)
- ایستگاه تاکسی کجاست؟ — Where is the taxi stand? (istgah-e taxi kojast?)
- به نقشه نیاز دارم — I need a map (be naqshé niaz daram)
Deep diveWhat this guide covers so far, and its sources
Deep dive
What this guide covers so far, and its sources
Not a trip line yet
This is a basic guide: no airport-to-bed contract, walking clusters or day plans are published for Kish Island. Airport, fare and schedule details are unverified; check the operators before you fly.
What we know, and what is coming
On this page
- Best months: Oct–Mar (cooler, less heat) · avoid Jun–Aug (very hot)
- 1 airport and 3 areas to sleep in
- Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
- Cost per day in 3 bands
- 3 day-trips, door to door
- 3 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers
Coming as the guide grows
- An airport-to-bed path that says whether a late landing still works
- Walking clusters with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Field-verified times and fares
Sources
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