Flying from Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to Tehran: what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Frankfurt Airport to Tehran is 5 hours 35 minutes.
Frankfurt Airport is located in Frankfurt. Based in the UTC+3:30 timezone, Tehran is two hours 30 minutes ahead of Frankfurt.
Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to Tehran Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA) is the most popular route, with six departures a week to choose from. You can fly from FRA to IKA at 14:20 with Lufthansa.
To avoid missing your FRA to Tehran flight, allow plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Be prepared for longer queues in popular months like September. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
Direct Frankfurt Airport to Tehran tickets are available for booking. Tehran Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA) is where you'll be touching down.
Book your seat with Lufthansa. This popular airline offers direct flights from Frankfurt Airport to Tehran.
Think about adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper plane ticket from FRA to Tehran. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' during your search. Break up your journey by stopping at one of these connection hubs:
Istanbul Airport (IST)
Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
Vienna International Airport (VIE)
Located around 11 kilometers from central Frankfurt, FRA can be reached in about 25 minutes by car (depending on traffic). Traveling on public transport takes roughly 20 minutes.
Searching for a hotel near FRA? If you're catching an early flight from Frankfurt Airport to Tehran, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure lounge:
When it comes to Frankfurt Airport's on-time performance, data shows 74% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to Tehran
$143 is currently the best price for a one-way Frankfurt Airport to Tehran flight. A return plane ticket starts at $338. These prices can change depending on demand.
Book 11 months before your departure date. Pricing trends show that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from FRA to Tehran.
The best month for picking up cheap Frankfurt Airport to Tehran tickets is April. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare flight prices, then choose the dates with the lowest fares.
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Airports in Tehran
Tehran Mehrabad International Airport (THR)
Tehran Mehrabad International Airport (THR) is around 13 kilometers from the center of Tehran. If you're getting a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 25 minutes.
It typically takes 45 minutes if you're traveling by public transport.
Hop off your flight from Frankfurt Airport to Tehran and be in your hotel bed shortly after. If you want a convenient option just a short drive from THR, consider Tehran Grand Hotel.
Tehran Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA)
Once your flight from Frankfurt Airport to Tehran has hit the runway, you can make your way to the city center in around 1 hour 5 minutes by car. Central Tehran is roughly 48 kilometers from Tehran Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA).
You can expect the journey to take about 1 hour 30 minutes on public transport.
Kick back and relax at a hotel not long after your FRA to Tehran flight. Remis Hotel and Rexan Hotel are easy to get to from IKA.
Best time to go to Tehran
December is the quietest month for flights from Frankfurt Airport to Tehran, while March is the most popular. Work out the ideal time to go to Tehran based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Tehran is July, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 38ºC (100ºF). Book your Frankfurt Airport to Tehran plane ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
Look for cheap tickets from FRA to Tehran in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -6ºC (21ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF) on average.
More about Tehran
Start your Tehran trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Frankfurt Airport to Tehran, browse our selection of hotels including:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be hard to work out where to begin. National Museum of Iran, Golestan Palace and Tehran Museum of Contemporary Art are top attractions which should be on any well-planned Tehran itinerary.
Explore more of Iran
You've done Tehran, now it's time to explore other parts of Iran. Journey around 338 kilometers south to Isfahan to check off its must-visit sights. From Masjed-e Sheikh Lotfollah to Imam Mosque and Naqshe Jahan Square(Shah Square), there's plenty to keep you busy.
Qom is another sought-after destination in Iran and is around 129 kilometers south of Tehran. No trip is complete without visiting Hazrat Fatima Masumeh Holy Shrine, A'zam Mosque and Qoli Darvish Historical Site.