Travelling from Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to Tehran: what you need to know
Approximately 5 hours 40 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Frankfurt Airport to Tehran.
Frankfurt Airport is located in Frankfurt. Following the UTC+3:30 timezone, Tehran is two hours 30 minutes ahead of Frankfurt.
With six weekly flights between the two airports, Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA) is the most popular route. Board Lufthansa's 14:20 flight to get your trip from FRA to IKA underway.
Give yourself plenty of time to get on your FRA to Tehran flight. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Delays at security and check-in are likely if you're jetting off during high season, so allow a bit more breathing room. A good rule of thumb for peak periods? Get there up to four hours ahead for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
Start your journey at FRA and fly nonstop to Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA). That will be your arrival point when searching for Frankfurt Airport to Tehran tickets.
Keep an eye out for promotions from Lufthansa. This airline operates direct flights from Frankfurt Airport to Tehran.
We make it simple to book flight tickets from FRA to Tehran with a stopover. To see all your options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Some popular stopovers include:
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Vienna International Airport (VIE)
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
Travelling from central Frankfurt to FRA takes about 35 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a cab, you'll cover the 11 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Want a hassle-free start to your travels? Stay near FRA. Whether you have an early flight from Frankfurt Airport to Tehran or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are worth a look:
When it comes to Frankfurt Airport's on-time performance, 67.47% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.
How to find the cheapest flights from Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to Tehran
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Frankfurt Airport to Tehran flight is R 2,778. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 6,268. Keep in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to land cheap flights from FRA to Tehran if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird discounts.
If you're willing to be flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the lowest price across each month when looking for a Frankfurt Airport to Tehran ticket.
You don't need to keep looking every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you the moment there's an even bigger deal on cheap flights from FRA to Tehran.
Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from Frankfurt Airport to Tehran by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best.'
Airports in Tehran
Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA)
Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA) to the centre of Tehran takes around 1 hour by car. The centre is roughly 56 kilometres away.
Stay a quick hop from where you land if you're jetting in on a late flight from Frankfurt Airport to Tehran. Remis Hotel is a comfortable option close to IKA. Or check in and relax at Rexan Hotel before continuing to your final destination.
Best time to go to Tehran
Visit Tehran during the high season if you want a lively atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices may be higher. Alternatively, book flights from Frankfurt Airport to Tehran during low season when prices are cheaper and it's not as busy.
Lock in a Frankfurt Airport to Tehran flight ticket with a departure in July if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 23ºC (73ºF) to 38ºC (100ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between -6ºC (21ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF). Look for a cheap ticket from FRA to Tehran around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Tehran
Start your Tehran trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Frankfurt Airport to Tehran, browse our range of accommodation options including:
National Museum of Iran and Golestan Palace are just two of the popular attractions to put on your Tehran itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Azadi Tower.
Explore more of Iran
Tehran has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of Iran just waiting to be explored. About 338 kilometres south of Tehran, a trip to Isfahan will keep you busy. Start with popular sights like Hasht Behesht Palace, Jameh Mosque of Isfahan and Kakh-e Ali Qapu.
Around 129 kilometres south of Tehran, Qom is another favourite stop in Iran. Experience major highlights starting with Ferdosi Park, Astaneh Museum and Gonbad Sabz Garden.