Flying from Frankfurt to Tehran: what you need to know
Start your travel planning by considering where you'll board your flight from Frankfurt to Tehran. Frankfurt Airport (FRA) and Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN) are the main airports in Frankfurt.
Touch down at Tehran's major arrival point, Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA).
5 hours 6 minutes is the average time for a direct flight from Frankfurt to Tehran. Based in the UTC+3:30 timezone, Tehran is 2 hours 30 minutes ahead of Frankfurt.
Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA) is the most traveled route that connects these two cities. There are 12 weekly flights to choose from. If you have things to do before leaving, the last flight from Frankfurt to Tehran is with Lufthansa at 14:40. Go for the first FRA to IKA departure with Iran Air at 12:00 to maximise your time in Tehran.
For hassle-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to board your flight from Frankfurt to Tehran.
Be prepared for longer lines in popular months like July and other peak seasons. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
If you hold a passport from Germany, you'll need an e-visa to enter Iran. This applies if you're booking a cheap flight from Frankfurt to Tehran for tourism purposes. Requirements may be different if you're travelling for work or other reasons. Always check official visa guidelines before you make travel plans and definitely before you fly.
Flying from Frankfurt
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
If you're searching for a direct flight from Frankfurt to Tehran, you can board one at Frankfurt Airport (FRA). Get from FRA to Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA) in one continuous trip.
Lufthansa is a well-known airline that operates direct flights from Frankfurt to Tehran jetting out of FRA.
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to break up your journey — and perhaps even visit a new city. When browsing flights from Frankfurt to Tehran leaving from Frankfurt Airport, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Some popular options include:
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Vienna International Airport (VIE)
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
Located around 14 kilometres from the centre of Frankfurt, FRA can be reached in about 21 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport will take roughly 37 minutes.
After a stress-free start to your journey? Stay near Frankfurt Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from Frankfurt to Tehran or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN)
Maximise your holiday with a stopover on your flight from Frankfurt to Tehran. Visit friends or family or tick a new city off your bucket list. Whatever your plans, check out these options between Frankfurt Airport and Tehran:
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Vienna International Airport (VIE)
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
HHN is about 121 kilometres from central Frankfurt. It'll take you 1 hour and 32 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 2 hours and 40 minutes.
It's your holiday, so why not extend it with another night away? Consider kicking back in one of these hotels near Frankfurt - Hahn Airport the day before your flight from Frankfurt to Tehran:
Arriving in Tehran
Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA)
Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA) to central Tehran is around 1 hour by car. It's approximately 56 kilometres away.
Few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal if you've just hopped off a late flight from Frankfurt to Tehran. Remis Hotel and Rexan Hotel are two good places to stay near IKA.
How to find the cheapest flights from Frankfurt to Tehran
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Frankfurt to Tehran is 125 €. For a return flight on this route, the best price is 243 €. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares may change.
To secure cheap tickets from Frankfurt to Tehran, reserve your journey 8 months before your departure date.
The cheapest month for tickets from Frankfurt to Tehran is April. Compare prices using the 'Whole month' tool to find the dates with the lowest fares.
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Use filters to tailor your flights from Frankfurt to Tehran. Simply select your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals.
Best time to go to Tehran
July is the most popular month for flights from Frankfurt to Tehran. To steer clear of the crowds, head to Tehran in April.
Before locking in your flight from Frankfurt to Tehran, consider the kind of weather you prefer. July is the warmest month in Tehran, with temperatures ranging from 23ºC to 38ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between -6ºC and 10ºC. Search for cheap tickets from Frankfurt to Tehran around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Tehran
Once you've booked your flight from Frankfurt to Tehran, think about where you'd like to stay in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Tehran:
Every great adventure has to include a little sightseeing. Golestan Palace, National Museum of Iran and Azadi Tower are essential stops on your Tehran itinerary.
Complete your Tehran trip with a car rental
Check out our range of car rentals once you've booked your hotel and cheap flight from Frankfurt to Tehran. Whether you want a compact ride, an SUV or something more luxurious, you can compare companies in one go to find the best deal.