Flying from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) to Tehran: what you need to know
Tehran is one hour 30 minutes ahead of Athens, where Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport is located. Tehran runs on the UTC+3:30 timezone.
For a relaxed start to your ATH to Tehran flight, allow plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Longer lines at check-in and security are more likely if you're flying during high season, so give yourself some extra breathing room. A good rule of thumb for peak times? Get there up to four hours ahead for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
Think about adding a stopover to potentially save on your flight ticket from ATH to Tehran. All you need to do is deselect 'Direct flights only' during your search. Take a break (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these airports:
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Hamad International Airport (DOH)
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
The journey from central Athens to ATH takes about 1 hour by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a cab, you'll cover the 19 kilometres in 35 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Searching for a hotel close to ATH? If you're catching an early flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Tehran, these accommodation options put the terminal practically at your doorstep:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport, 77.19% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) to Tehran
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Tehran flight is $266. The cheapest price for a return flight is $670. Bear in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from ATH to Tehran. Airlines adjust prices based on demand, so the closer you get to departure, the more expensive your ticket may be.
The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Tehran across every month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your travel plans are flexible.
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Airports in Tehran
Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA)
The distance from Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA) to central Tehran is roughly 56 kilometres. It'll take you about 1 hour to reach the centre driving.
Few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal if you've jetted in on a late flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Tehran. Remis Hotel and Rexan Hotel are handy accommodation options near IKA.
Best time to go to Tehran
Travel to Tehran during peak season if you like a busy atmosphere, but remember that prices are typically higher. Alternatively, book your flights from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Tehran during the off-season when prices are cheaper and it's not as busy.
Book an Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Tehran flight ticket with a departure in July if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 23ºC to 38ºC.
January has average temperatures of between -6ºC and 10ºC. Search for a cheap ticket from ATH to Tehran around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Tehran
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Tehran right here. Explore these hotels after locking in your flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Tehran:
National Museum of Iran and Golestan Palace are just the start of the top attractions to add to your Tehran to-do list. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out 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 away to the south, well-known attractions include Hasht Behesht Palace, Jameh Mosque of Isfahan and Kakh-e Ali Qapu.
Qom is another favourite destination in Iran and is around 129 kilometres south of Tehran. No trip is complete without visiting Ferdosi Park, Astaneh Museum and Gonbad Sabz Garden.