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We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Frankfurt am Main to Imam Khomeini International flights are currently cheapest in November.

Direct flights from Frankfurt am Main to Imam Khomeini International

Frankfurt am Main to Imam Khomeini International: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Frankfurt am Main to Tehran below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Imam Khomeini International.

Frankfurt to Tehran: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found275 €
Cheapest month to flyNovember
Average flight time4 hrs, 58 mins
Most popular airlineSWISS
Average flights per week12

Finding cheap flights from Frankfurt am Main to Imam Khomeini International: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Frankfurt am Main to Imam Khomeini International is 275 €. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
4 hours and 58 minutes is the average flight time from Frankfurt am Main to Imam Khomeini International.
SWISS and Lufthansa fly direct from Frankfurt am Main to Imam Khomeini International.
As of May 2025, there are 12 flights per week flying from Frankfurt am Main to Imam Khomeini International.
The cheapest month to fly from Frankfurt am Main to Imam Khomeini International is usually May 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Imam Khomeini International Airport on Monday, 3 November 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 4 hours and 58 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Imam Khomeini International but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Tehran is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Pegasus Airlines and Lufthansa offer the cheapest flight tickets to Imam Khomeini International.

Flying from Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA): what you need to know

  • Book a direct flight from Frankfurt Airport to Imam Khomeini International Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 5 hours 5 minutes.

  • The timezone in Tehran is UTC+3:30, which is two hours 30 minutes ahead of Frankfurt.

  • Take your pick of 12 weekly Frankfurt Airport to Imam Khomeini International Airport flights. The 12:00 departure with Iran Air is the earliest flight available. Lufthansa operates the latest service of the day at 14:40.

  • Your FRA to IKA flight won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.

  • You can expect longer lines in popular months like April. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.

  • Iran Air offers direct flights from Frankfurt Airport to Imam Khomeini International Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to see the sights in Tehran — and maybe even more of Iran if you have time.

  • Iran Air has the highest passenger demand on this route.

  • Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Frankfurt Airport to Imam Khomeini International Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between FRA and IKA:

    • Sabiha Gokcen International Airport

    • Esenboga International Airport

    • Vienna International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA)

  • 136 € is currently the lowest price for a one-way Frankfurt Airport to Imam Khomeini International Airport flight. A return flight starts at 275 €. These prices may change depending on availability and demand.

  • Get cheap tickets from FRA to IKA by booking at least five months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for finding a bargain.

  • The cheapest month for flights from Frankfurt Airport to Imam Khomeini International Airport is April. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have a flexible travel schedule.

  • Landing cheap flights from FRA to IKA is a piece of cake with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you as soon as there's a better deal.

  • Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Frankfurt Airport to Imam Khomeini International Airport.

Handy information about Frankfurt Airport (FRA)

  • Of all flights leaving Frankfurt Airport, 67.47% land on schedule at their destination.

  • Frankfurt Airport is around 14 kilometres from central Frankfurt. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.

  • You can expect a journey time of around 35 minutes on public transport.

  • Need a convenient hotel close to FRA? If you've booked an early flight from Frankfurt Airport to Imam Khomeini International Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from check-in:

Arriving at Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA)

  • Stay within a short transfer of arrivals if you're landing on a late Frankfurt Airport to Imam Khomeini International Airport flight. Remis Hotel is a good option near IKA. Or check in and recharge your batteries at Rexan Hotel before heading to your final destination.

Getting from Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA) to central Tehran

  • Imam Khomeini International Airport is approximately 56 kilometres from the centre of Tehran. The drive time takes about 1 hour.

When to fly to Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA)

  • The quietest month for a flight from Frankfurt Airport to Imam Khomeini International Airport is April, while July is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to go to Tehran based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.

  • The warmest month in Tehran is July, with the temperature ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 38ºC (100ºF). Lock in your flights from Frankfurt Airport to Imam Khomeini International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.

  • For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from FRA to IKA in January. Average temperatures are between -6ºC (21ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF) then.

Explore more of Iran

  • Isfahan is just one of the many places in Iran waiting to be explored once you've seen Tehran. Around 338 kilometres away to the south, its best attractions include Sheikh Lotfollah Mosque, Chehel Sotoun and Vank Cathedral.

  • Karaj is another favourite destination in Iran and is around 32 kilometres west of Tehran. No journey is complete without dropping by Lale Park, Fatemiyeh Park and Vahdat Park.

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