Flying from Rome to Tehran: what you need to know
Start your holiday planning by considering where you'll take off for your flight from Rome to Tehran. Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) and Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA) are the main airports in Rome.
Hop off the plane at Tehran's primary hub, Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA).
A direct flight from Rome to Tehran takes on average 4 hours 30 minutes. The timezone in Tehran is UTC+3:30, which is 2 hours 30 minutes ahead of Rome.
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) to Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA) is the most popular route between these two cities. There are 2 weekly flights to choose from. If you prefer a later start to the day, the last flight from Rome to Tehran is with Iran Air at 22:20. Opt for the first FCO to IKA departure with Iran Air at 22:20 if you want to get going early.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your flight from Rome to Tehran.
Be prepared for longer lines during popular months such as August and other peak periods. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
If you hold a passport from Italy, you will need an e-visa to enter Iran. This applies when booking a cheap flight from Rome to Tehran for tourism purposes. Requirements may change if you're travelling for work or other reasons. Always check the visa rules ahead of booking and definitely before you fly.
Flying from Rome
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Take off from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) on a nonstop flight from Rome to Tehran. From FCO, you can fly directly into Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA).
Iran Air is a leading airline that offers direct flights from Rome to Tehran taking off from FCO.
We make it a breeze to book a flight from Rome to Tehran with a stopover. To see all your options leaving from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Major stopovers include:
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Travelling from central Rome to FCO takes about 51 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a cab, you'll cover the 32 kilometres in 39 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Catching an early flight from Rome to Tehran? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these stays near Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport:
Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA)
Split up your flight from Rome to Tehran with a stop so you can freshen up or tick a new place off your list. Some top stopovers between Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport and Tehran include:
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
CIA is about 18 kilometres from central Rome. It'll take you 42 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour and 39 minutes.
Want to spoil yourself with an extra night away before boarding your flight from Rome to Tehran? Relax in a hotel near Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport before your break officially starts. Here's where you can stay:
Arriving in Tehran
Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA)
Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA) is around 56 kilometres from the centre of Tehran. With your own car rental or in a cab, the drive is around 1 hour.
Getting in late on a flight from Rome to Tehran? Collect your luggage and go straight to the comfort of a hotel. Two options close to IKA are Remis Hotel and Rexan Hotel.
How to find the cheapest flights from Rome to Tehran
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Rome to Tehran is Rs34,472. For a return flight on this route, the best price is Rs88,821. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares could change.
Get cheap tickets from Rome to Tehran by booking at least 9 months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for picking up a bargain.
The cheapest month for flight tickets from Rome to Tehran is May. Compare prices using the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest travel date.
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Best time to go to Tehran
July is the busiest month for flights from Rome to Tehran. To travel when it's less crowded, go to Tehran in April.
Schedule your flight from Rome to Tehran for July if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Tehran to range from 23ºC to 38ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between -6ºC and 10ºC. Search for cheap tickets from Rome to Tehran sometime around then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Tehran
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Tehran right here. Check out these options once you've booked your flight from Rome to Tehran:
Golestan Palace and National Museum of Iran are just a couple of the major attractions to add to your Tehran itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Azadi Tower.
Complete your Tehran trip with a car rental
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