Travelling from Milan to Tehran: what you need to know
You can choose from a range of airports when organising your flight from Milan to Tehran. Explore your options for departing Milan from Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP), Orio al Serio International Airport (BGY) and Milano Linate Airport (LIN).
Hop off the plane at Tehran's primary gateway, Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA).
Tehran is two hours 30 minutes ahead of Milan and observes the UTC+3:30 timezone.
Leave enough time to get on your Milan to Tehran flight. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're travelling during high season in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Milan to Tehran
To pick up cheap Milan to Tehran flights, book as early as you can. Airlines usually offer lower prices when tickets first go on sale.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the lowest price in each month when looking for your plane ticket from Milan to Tehran.
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Flying from Milan
Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)
Think about adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper Milan to Tehran flight. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Milano Malpensa Airport. Break up the journey at one of these popular options:
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Vienna International Airport (VIE)
Located around 40 kilometres from the centre of Milan, MXP can be reached in about 45 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport is roughly 55 minutes.
Need a convenient hotel near Milano Malpensa Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Milan to Tehran, these accommodation options will put you moments from check-in:
68.23% of flights that depart Milano Malpensa Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
Orio al Serio International Airport (BGY)
Get the most out of your holiday with a stopover on your Milan to Tehran flight. Visit friends or family or tick another city off your list. Whatever you'd like to do, here's where you can stop between Orio al Serio International Airport and Tehran:
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Vienna International Airport (VIE)
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
On public transport, you can travel from central Milan to BGY in around 2 hours 20 minutes. The airport is roughly 48 kilometres away. Driving will take you about 1 hour.
Start your holiday sooner with an extra night away from home. Before your flight from Milan to Tehran, unwind in one of these hotels close to Orio al Serio International Airport:
Orio al Serio International Airport has an on-time performance rate of 68%. This figure shows how frequently flights departing from this airport arrive on time.
Milano Linate Airport (LIN)
Whether just for an hour or two or a few days, a stopover can make your entire trip feel a little less stressful. When jetting out of Milano Linate Airport (LIN), you can book a ticket from Milan to Tehran with a stop at Frankfurt Airport (FRA).
From central Milan, LIN is around 8 kilometres away. It'll take you roughly 30 minutes to arrive by car and 45 minutes or so if you use public transport.
Take the 'what ifs' out of departure day — stay near Milano Linate Airport and know you'll get to your gate with time to spare. Check in to one of these hotels the day before if you're catching an early Milan to Tehran flight:
Airports have an on-time performance rating that measures how often flights arrive within the expected time frame. At LIN, that figure is 79.56%.
Arriving in Tehran
Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA)
Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA) to central Tehran takes around 1 hour 5 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 40 kilometres away.
It's hard to beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal if you've arrived on a late flight from Milan to Tehran. Remis Hotel and Rexan Hotel are two good places to stay near IKA.
Best time to go to Tehran
April is the quietest month for flights from Milan to Tehran, while July is the busiest. Find the best time to visit Tehran based on whether you want a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Before locking in your Milan to Tehran tickets, consider the weather you're most comfortable in. July is the warmest month in Tehran, with temperatures ranging from 23ºC (73ºF) to 38ºC (100ºF).
Look for cheap flights from Milan to Tehran in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -6ºC (21ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF) on average.
More about Tehran
Start your Tehran trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Milan to Tehran, check out our selection of accommodation options including:
All great journeys should include a little sightseeing. Golestan Palace, National Museum of Iran and Azadi Tower are must-do's during your Tehran adventure.
Explore more of Iran
Isfahan is just one of the many cities in Iran waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Tehran. Around 338 kilometres to the south, its top attractions include Sheikh Lotfollah Mosque, Chehel Sotoun and Vank Cathedral.
Karaj is another must-experience destination in Iran and is around 32 kilometres west of Tehran. No trip is complete without dropping by Lale Park, Fatemiyeh Park and Vahdat Park.