Flying from Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) to Tehran: what you need to know
Tehran is one hour 30 minutes ahead of Athens, where Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport is located. Tehran runs on the UTC+3:30 timezone.
Leave enough time to make your ATH to Tehran flight. It's generally best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a peak month like July? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer lines at security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
We make it a breeze to book plane tickets from ATH to Tehran with a stopover. To see all the options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to see the sights of the city of your choice. The most sought-after stopovers include:
Istanbul Airport (IST)
Doha Hamad International Airport (DOH)
Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
ATH is around 19 kilometres from central Athens. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the travel time to be around 40 minutes.
Looking for a hotel near ATH? If you're boarding an early flight from Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Tehran, these accommodation options put the terminal practically at your doorstep:
Of all flights departing from Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport, 76% touch down on time at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) to Tehran
RM636 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Tehran flight. A return plane ticket starts from RM1,628. These prices can change based on availability and demand.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to pick up cheap flights from ATH to Tehran if you book early. Airlines often have some great early bird rates.
The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Tehran across each month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your travel plans are flexible.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from ATH to Tehran by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when a lower fare pops up.
Save on your flight from Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Tehran with the help of our filters. Select your ideal departure time, duration and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals.
Airports in Tehran
Tehran Mehrabad International Airport (THR)
Tehran Mehrabad International Airport (THR) to central Tehran takes about 25 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 13 kilometres away.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 45 minutes.
Hop off your flight from Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Tehran and be in your hotel bed shortly after. If you're looking for a convenient option that's not too far from THR, head for Tehran Grand Hotel.
Tehran Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA)
Once your flight from Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Tehran has arrived, you can make your way to the city centre in around 1 hour 5 minutes by car. Central Tehran is roughly 48 kilometres from Tehran Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA).
The journey will take about 1 hour 30 minutes on public transport.
Get comfortable at a hotel not long after your ATH to Tehran flight. Remis Hotel and Rexan Hotel are within easy reach of IKA.
Best time to go to Tehran
December is the quietest month for flights from Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Tehran, while March is the most popular. Choose the best time to visit Tehran based on whether you like a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Tehran is July, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 38ºC (100ºF). Book your Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Tehran plane ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from ATH to Tehran in January when temperatures average between -6ºC (21ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF).
More about Tehran
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best stays in Tehran right here. Browse these options as soon as you've booked your flight from Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Tehran:
Every great adventure has to include a little sightseeing. National Museum of Iran, Golestan Palace and Tehran Museum of Contemporary Art are attractions you won't want to skip in Tehran.
Explore more of Iran
Isfahan is just one of the many cities in Iran waiting to be explored after you've experienced Tehran. Around 338 kilometres away to the south, popular attractions include Masjed-e Sheikh Lotfollah, Imam Mosque and Naqshe Jahan Square(Shah Square).
Around 129 kilometres south of Tehran, Qom is another favourite stop in Iran. No visit is complete without checking out Hazrat Fatima Masumeh Holy Shrine, A'zam Mosque and Qoli Darvish Historical Site.
