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.
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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.