Flying from Milan to Tehran: what you need to know
You can choose from a range of airports when organising your flight from Milan to Tehran. Explore your options for jetting out of Milan from Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP), Orio al Serio International Airport (BGY) and Milano Linate Airport (LIN).
Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA) is the primary arrival point in Tehran.
The timezone in Tehran is UTC+3:30, which is two hours 30 minutes ahead of Milan.
Leave enough time to get on your Milan to Tehran flight. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a popular month like July? Major public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer queues at security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
How to find the cheapest flights from Milan to Tehran
To pick up cheap Milan to Tehran flights, book as early as you can. Airlines usually offer lower prices when tickets first go on sale.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the lowest price in each month when looking for your plane ticket from Milan to Tehran.
You don't need to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll tell you when there's a better deal on cheap flights from Milan to Tehran.
Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines by using the filters. Or sort your Milan to Tehran flight results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest.'
Flying from Milan
Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)
You can book a direct flight from Milan to Tehran jetting off from Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP). Start your trip at MXP and end it at Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA).
Iran Air is a well-known airline that offers direct Milan to Tehran plane tickets from MXP.
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to break up your journey — and perhaps even visit a new city. When browsing Milan to Tehran flights leaving from Milano Malpensa Airport, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Popular options include:
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Vienna International Airport (VIE)
Located around 40 kilometres from central Milan, MXP can be reached in about 45 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport takes roughly 55 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Milan to Tehran? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to Milano Malpensa Airport:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Milano Malpensa Airport, data shows 68.23% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
Orio al Serio International Airport (BGY)
Visit friends or family or just take some time to unwind with a stopover. If you'd like to split up your Milan to Tehran flight, browse these options when heading out from Orio al Serio International Airport:
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
Vienna International Airport (VIE)
Dubai Airport (DXB)
You can get to BGY from the centre of Milan in about 1 hour by car, depending on traffic conditions. The journey on public transport will take roughly 2 hours 20 minutes to cover the 48 kilometres or so.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before your flight from Milan to Tehran? Relax in a hotel near Orio al Serio International Airport before your break officially starts. Check out these accommodation options:
67.49% of flights leaving Orio al Serio International Airport meet their expected arrival time.
Milano Linate Airport (LIN)
When reserving your ticket from Milan to Tehran out of Milano Linate Airport (LIN), you have stopover options to choose from. Consider making a detour to Frankfurt Airport (FRA), one of the busiest connection points on this route.
The journey to LIN from the centre of Milan is around 45 minutes on public transport. If you're planning to travel by car, it'll take you about 30 minutes to cover the 8 kilometres or so.
Wake up, take it easy and still make your Milan to Tehran flight with plenty of time to spare. These accommodation options near Milano Linate Airport make departure day a breeze if you're flying out first thing:
The on-time performance rating of LIN is 79.56%. In simpler terms, that's how frequently flights departing this airport arrive at their destination as planned.
Arriving in Tehran
Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA)
Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA) to central Tehran takes around 1 hour by car. The centre is roughly 40 kilometres away.
Opt for a hotel just a stone's throw from the airport if you're arriving on a late flight from Milan to Tehran. Remis Hotel is a good option near IKA. Or check in and get some rest at Rexan Hotel before heading to your final destination.
Best time to go to Tehran
April is the quietest month for flights from Milan to Tehran, while July is the busiest. Find the best time to visit Tehran based on whether you want a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Before locking in your Milan to Tehran tickets, consider the weather you're most comfortable in. July is the warmest month in Tehran, with temperatures ranging from 23ºC (73ºF) to 38ºC (100ºF).
Look for cheap flights from Milan to Tehran in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. 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 Milan to Tehran, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Tehran:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be tricky to work out where to begin. Golestan Palace, National Museum of Iran and Azadi Tower are top attractions which should feature on any well-planned Tehran itinerary.
Explore more of Iran
Isfahan is just one of the many cities in Iran waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Tehran. Around 338 kilometres to the south, its top attractions include Sheikh Lotfollah Mosque, Chehel Sotoun and Vank Cathedral.
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.