Travelling from Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC) to Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA): what you need to know
Tehran is two hours 30 minutes ahead of Munich and follows the UTC+3:30 timezone.
Your MUC to IKA flight won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
Be prepared for longer lines in popular months such as April. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will give you ample time for security and boarding.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Imam Khomeini International Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or visit a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between MUC and IKA:
Vienna International Airport
Istanbul Ataturk Airport
Frankfurt Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC) to Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA)
At the moment, 113 € is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Imam Khomeini International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is 258 €. Bear in mind that fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from MUC to IKA if you book in advance. Airlines often have some terrific early bird discounts.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the cheapest price across the month when looking for your flight from Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Imam Khomeini International Airport.
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Secure the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Imam Khomeini International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by airline, arrival and departure times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Franz Josef Strauss Airport, data shows 71.34% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
Central Munich to Franz Josef Strauss Airport is approximately 40 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 35 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
The trip on public transport usually takes 40 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to MUC? If you're catching an early flight from Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Imam Khomeini International Airport, these stays will have you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA)
Arriving late on a Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Imam Khomeini International Airport flight? Grab your bags and head straight to a nearby hotel. Two good choices close to IKA are Remis Hotel and Rexan Hotel.
Getting from Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA) to central Tehran
Imam Khomeini International Airport to the centre of Tehran has a drive time of about 1 hour. It's approximately 56 kilometres away.
When to fly to Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA)
July is the most popular month for flights from Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Imam Khomeini International Airport. To skip the crowds, go to Tehran in April.
Before locking in your flight from Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Imam Khomeini International Airport, consider the type of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Tehran, with the temperature ranging from 23ºC (73ºF) to 38ºC (100ºF).
January has average temperatures of between -6ºC (21ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF). Search for cheap tickets from MUC to IKA sometime then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Iran
You've seen Tehran, now it's time to explore other corners of Iran. Journey around 338 kilometres south to Isfahan to check off its leading attractions. From Sheikh Lotfollah Mosque to Chehel Sotoun and Vank Cathedral, your itinerary will be busy.
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.