Travelling from Tehran to Brussels: what you need to know
Planning your holiday begins with working out where you'll leave from in Tehran. Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA) is the city's main base, so check out your options for booking a flight from Tehran to Brussels jetting off from here.
When it comes to working out where to land in Brussels, Brussels Airport (BRU) and Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL) are the major entry points.
Brussels's timezone is UTC+1, making Brussels two hours 30 minutes behind Tehran.
To ensure you make it on your Tehran to Brussels flight, leave enough time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule to follow.
Travelling during a peak month such as July? School holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
How to find the cheapest flights from Tehran to Brussels
Booking early is often the key to scoring a cheap Tehran to Brussels flight. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely spend.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the cheapest price across the month when looking for your plane ticket from Tehran to Brussels.
You don't need to check every day to see if prices have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know when there's a better deal on cheap flights from Tehran to Brussels.
Save on your Tehran to Brussels flight with the help of our filters. Select your ideal times, airlines and number of stops, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
Flying from Tehran
Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA)
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to break up your journey — and maybe even explore a different city. When searching for Tehran to Brussels flights departing from Imam Khomeini International Airport, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Top options include:
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Vienna International Airport (VIE)
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
IKA is around 40 kilometres from central Tehran. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 1 hour or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions.
Need a handy place to stay before your flight from Tehran to Brussels? Remis Hotel and Rexan Hotel are near Imam Khomeini International Airport. They're a particularly great option if you're taking off early.
69.19% of flights that leave from Imam Khomeini International Airport make it to their destination on time.
Arriving in Brussels
Brussels Airport (BRU)
Brussels Airport (BRU) is approximately 8 kilometres from central Brussels. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 20 minutes.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 40 minutes.
Book a hotel close to BRU if you're coming in on a late flight from Tehran to Brussels. Select one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Follow your own route with a Brussels Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Keddy By Europcar, Alamo or Europcar and discover more of Brussels and beyond.
Booking your ride from Brussels Airport around three weeks ahead can help you secure the lowest rate.
Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL)
Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL) is roughly 48 kilometres from central Brussels. After your flight from Tehran to Brussels, it'll take you approximately 55 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
You can expect the journey to take approximately 1 hour 35 minutes on public transport.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and unwind at a hotel close to CRL. Here are a few options where you can take a load off after your flight from Tehran to Brussels:
Keddy By Europcar, Thrifty and Budget make collecting a Brussels S. Charleroi Airport rental car easy and quick. These companies are located in or around the terminal and will have you ready to go in a flash.
Secure your first choice, not your last resort. Reserving your ride from CRL two weeks in advance often means more savings and a greater range of vehicles.
Best time to go to Brussels
July is the busiest month for flights from Tehran to Brussels. To steer clear of the crowds, go to Brussels in January.
Before locking in your Tehran to Brussels tickets, consider the kind of weather you prefer. August is the warmest month in Brussels, with temperatures ranging from 12ºC (54ºF) to 27ºC (81ºF).
Look for cheap flights from Tehran to Brussels in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -2ºC (28ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF) on average.
More about Brussels
After booking your flight from Tehran to Brussels, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Brussels:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be tricky to work out where to begin. Grand Place, Atomium and Manneken Pis are top attractions which should be on any good Brussels itinerary.
Explore more of Belgium
You've seen Brussels, now it's time to explore more of Belgium. Travel around 48 kilometres south to Charleroi to check off its must-visit sights. From Parc Gobbe to Maison Dermine (art déco — 1921) and Parc Ligny, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Liege is another sought-after destination in Belgium and is around 88 kilometres east of Brussels. No trip is complete without a visit to Gare de Liege-Guillemins, Curtius Museum and Montagne de Bueren.
