Flying from Rome to Tehran: what you need to know
There are two main airports you can fly out of in Rome. Explore your options departing from Rome Fiumicino Airport (FCO) or Rome Ciampino Airport (CIA) when organising your flight from Rome to Tehran.
Hop off the plane at Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA), the primary gateway of Tehran.
The timezone in Tehran is UTC+3:30, which is two hours 30 minutes ahead of Rome.
To ensure you catch your Rome to Tehran flight, allow plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
During popular months like August, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights when you fly during high season in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Rome to Tehran
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap Rome to Tehran flights if you book early. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird deals.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest plane tickets from Rome to Tehran across every month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your travel plans are flexible.
Save time looking for cheap flights from Rome to Tehran by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when a lower fare pops up.
Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your Rome to Tehran flight results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest.'
Flying from Rome
Rome Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Consider adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper Rome to Tehran flight. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Rome Fiumicino Airport. Take a break (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these popular airports:
Istanbul Airport (IST)
Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA)
Istanbul Sabiha Airport (SAW)
FCO is about 23 kms (14 miles) from central Rome. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 40 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the journey time to be around 30 minutes.
Planning to catch an early flight from Rome to Tehran? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays near Rome Fiumicino Airport:
Of the departures from Rome Fiumicino Airport, 78% land on time at their destination.
Rome Ciampino Airport (CIA)
With public transport, you can travel from central Rome to CIA in around 20 minutes. The airport is roughly 14 kms (9 miles) away. Driving will take you about 20 minutes.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before catching your flight from Rome to Tehran? Kick back in a hotel near Rome Ciampino Airport before your adventure officially begins. Stay at one of these accommodation options:
Rome Ciampino Airport has a reputation for reliability and timeliness. 86% of flights taking off from here meet their scheduled arrival times without fail.
Arriving in Tehran
Mehrabad International Airport (THR)
Mehrabad International Airport (THR) is approximately 2 kms (1 mile) from the centre of Tehran. If you're catching a taxi or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 25 minutes.
It usually takes 45 minutes to get there on public transport.
Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA)
Once your flight from Rome to Tehran has touched down, you can get to the city centre in around 1 hour 5 minutes by car. Central Tehran is approximately 40 kms (25 miles) from Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA).
The trip will take roughly 1 hour 30 minutes on public transport.
Best time to go to Tehran
March is the quietest month for flights from Rome to Tehran, while November is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to go to Tehran based on whether you like a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Book a Rome to Tehran ticket departing in July if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Tehran to range from 23ºC to 38ºC.
Look for cheap flights from Rome to Tehran in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -6ºC and 10ºC on average.
More about Tehran
Start your Tehran trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Rome to Tehran, browse our range of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be hard to figure out where to begin. Golestan Palace, National Museum of Iran and Tehran Museum of Contemporary Art are top attractions which should be on any well-planned Tehran itinerary.
Explore more of Iran
You've done Tehran, now it's time to explore other corners of Iran. Travel around 338 kms (210 miles) south to Isfahan to check off its leading attractions. From Sheikh Lotfollah Mosque to Jame Abbasi Mosque and Shah Square, your itinerary will be busy.
If you're looking to explore another major destination in Iran, head for Karaj, about 32 kms (20 miles) northwest of Tehran. Shams Palace, Kosar Park and Dowlat Abad Park are key reasons to visit.