Flying from Rome to Tehran: what you need to know
There are a couple of main airports you can start your trip from in Rome. Check out your options departing from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) or Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA) when searching for a flight from Rome to Tehran.
Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA) is where your flight will arrive in Tehran.
Tehran's timezone is UTC+3:30, which makes Tehran two hours 30 minutes ahead of Rome.
For a relaxed travel experience, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to board your Rome to Tehran flight.
Travelling during a popular month such as August? Public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
How to find the cheapest flights from Rome to Tehran
Booking ahead of time is often the key to locking in a cheap Rome to Tehran flight. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more expensive your ticket may be.
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Flying from Rome
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
We make it a cinch to book a Rome to Tehran flight with a stopover. To see the options departing from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply select a flight offering a stop long enough to see the sights of the city of your choice. Major stopovers include:
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
The journey from central Rome to FCO takes around 50 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a cab, you'll cover the 23 kilometres in 40 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Want a relaxed start to your holiday? Stay near Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport. Whether you're taking an early flight from Rome to Tehran or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels have you covered:
70.57% of flights taking off from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport land at their destination on time.
Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA)
With public transport, you can travel from central Rome to CIA in around 1 hour 40 minutes. The airport is roughly 13 kilometres away. Driving will take you about 40 minutes.
Start your holiday early with an extra night away from home. Before catching your flight from Rome to Tehran, unwind in one of these hotels close to Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport:
Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport has an on-time performance rate of 73%. This figure shows how frequently flights that leave from this airport reach their destination on schedule.
Arriving in Tehran
Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA)
Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA) to central Tehran takes around 1 hour 5 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 40 kilometres away.
Arriving on a late flight from Rome to Tehran? Grab your bags and go directly to the convenience of a nearby hotel. Two great options close to IKA are Remis Hotel and Rexan Hotel.
Best time to go to Tehran
It's time to choose your dates for your flight from Rome to Tehran. July is the busiest month to travel to Tehran. If you prefer a quieter atmosphere, go in April.
Book a Rome to Tehran ticket departing in July if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Tehran to range from 23ºC (73ºF) to 38ºC (100ºF).
Look for cheap flights from Rome to Tehran in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -6ºC (21ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF) on average.
More about Tehran
Once you've booked your flight from Rome to Tehran, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Tehran:
Golestan Palace and National Museum of Iran are just the start of the major attractions to add to your Tehran must-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Azadi Tower.
Explore more of Iran
Isfahan is just one of the many places in Iran waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Tehran. Around 338 kilometres to the south, check out popular attractions including Sheikh Lotfollah Mosque, Chehel Sotoun and Vank Cathedral.
If you're eager to discover another major stop in Iran, head for Karaj, about 32 kilometres west of Tehran. Lale Park, Fatemiyeh Park and Vahdat Park are key highlights.