Travelling from Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ) to Tehran: what you need to know
The timezone in Tehran is UTC+3:30. The city is two hours 30 minutes ahead of Bologna, where Guglielmo Marconi Airport is located.
Leave plenty of time to get on your BLQ to Tehran flight. As a general rule, turn up two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Taking off during a peak time like public or school holidays? Expect longer queues at security and check-in. To play it safe, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to break up your journey and perhaps even tick a new city off your list. When browsing for plane tickets from BLQ to Tehran, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Popular options include:
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
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Located around 5 kilometres from the centre of Bologna, BLQ can be reached in about 20 minutes by car. Travelling on public transport will take roughly 30 minutes.
Want a leisurely start to your journey? Stay near BLQ. Whether you have an early flight from Guglielmo Marconi Airport to Tehran or don't want departure day to feel hectic, these hotels are all about convenience:
When it comes to Guglielmo Marconi Airport's on-time performance, data shows 74.23% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.
How to find the cheapest flights from Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ) to Tehran
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Guglielmo Marconi Airport to Tehran flight is 114 €. The cheapest price for a return flight is 284 €. Bear in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to pick up cheap flights from BLQ to Tehran if you book early. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird rates.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel dates, take advantage of the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll find the lowest price across each month when looking for a Guglielmo Marconi Airport to Tehran ticket.
Picking up a cheap flight from BLQ to Tehran is a breeze with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic notifications and we'll let you know when there's a better deal.
Tailor your flights with filters. Choose your departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Guglielmo Marconi Airport to Tehran.
Airports in Tehran
Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA)
Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA) to central Tehran takes about 1 hour to reach by car. The centre is roughly 56 kilometres away.
Touching down on a late flight from Guglielmo Marconi Airport to Tehran? Grab your luggage and head directly to the comfort of a nearby hotel. Two good choices close to IKA are Remis Hotel and Rexan Hotel.
Best time to go to Tehran
Before securing your flights from Guglielmo Marconi Airport to Tehran, consider which time of year is best for you. Peak season in Tehran offers a lively atmosphere and plenty of activities, while low season brings better hotel deals and smaller crowds.
Before booking a Guglielmo Marconi Airport to Tehran plane ticket, think about what kind of weather you prefer. July is the warmest month in Tehran, with temperatures ranging from 23ºC (73ºF) to 38ºC (100ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from BLQ to Tehran in January when temperatures average between -6ºC (21ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF).
More about Tehran
Start your Tehran trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Guglielmo Marconi Airport to Tehran, explore our selection of hotels including:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be difficult to know where to start. National Museum of Iran, Golestan Palace and Azadi Tower are top sights which should be on any good Tehran itinerary.
Explore more of Iran
Isfahan is just one of the many cities in Iran waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Tehran. Around 338 kilometres away to the south, its top attractions include Hasht Behesht Palace, Jameh Mosque of Isfahan and Kakh-e Ali Qapu.
If you're interested in discovering another major destination in Iran, head for Qom, about 129 kilometres south of Tehran. Ferdosi Park, Astaneh Museum and Gonbad Sabz Garden are key highlights.