Flying from Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to Tehran: what you need to know
The timezone in Tehran is UTC+3:30. The city is two hours 30 minutes ahead of Cologne, where Cologne Bonn Airport is located.
To avoid missing your CGN to Tehran flight, leave enough time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
During popular months like July, it's wise to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're travelling during high season in general.
Think about adding a stopover to potentially score a cheaper plane ticket from CGN to Tehran. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' during your search. Break up your journey by stopping at one of these airports:
Istanbul Airport (IST)
Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
Vienna International Airport (VIE)
The journey from central Cologne to CGN takes around 20 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a taxi, you'll cover the 13 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Want a leisurely start to your holiday? Stay near CGN. Whether you've booked an early flight from Cologne Bonn Airport to Tehran or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are worth a look:
74% of flights that depart Cologne Bonn Airport arrive at their destination on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to Tehran
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Cologne Bonn Airport to Tehran flight is RM539. The cheapest price for a return flight is RM1,437. Bear in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from CGN to Tehran. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the nearer you get to departure, the more you'll likely pay.
Finding cheap tickets from Cologne Bonn Airport to Tehran is easier if you're flexible with your travel plans. Try using the 'Whole month' function to access the best prices throughout the month and score a sweet deal.
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Airports in Tehran
Tehran Mehrabad International Airport (THR)
The distance from Tehran Mehrabad International Airport (THR) to central Tehran is roughly 13 kilometres. It takes around 25 minutes to reach the centre driving.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 45 minutes.
After your flight from Cologne Bonn Airport to Tehran has touched down, unwind at a nearby hotel. Tehran Grand Hotel is a convenient option that's an easy drive from THR.
Tehran Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA)
After your flight from Cologne Bonn Airport to Tehran has touched down, you can make your way to the city centre in about 1 hour 5 minutes by car. Central Tehran is roughly 48 kilometres from Tehran Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA).
If you travel by public transport, you'll reach the centre in 1 hour 30 minutes or so.
Exit arrivals and check in to a hotel close to IKA. Kick back after your CGN to Tehran flight at Remis Hotel. Or put up the 'Do not disturb' sign and rest up at Rexan Hotel.
Best time to go to Tehran
December is the quietest month for flights from Cologne Bonn Airport to Tehran, while March is the busiest. Pick the best time to visit Tehran based on whether you like a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Book a Cologne Bonn Airport to Tehran plane ticket with a departure in July if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 23ºC (73ºF) to 38ºC (100ºF).
January has average temperatures of between -6ºC (21ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF). Search for a cheap ticket from CGN to Tehran around that time 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. Explore these hotels once you've locked in your flight from Cologne Bonn Airport to Tehran:
Every great holiday has to include some sightseeing. National Museum of Iran, Golestan Palace and Tehran Museum of Contemporary Art are essential stops on your Tehran itinerary.
Explore more of Iran
Tehran is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of Iran you'll want to see. About 338 kilometres south of Tehran, a trip to Isfahan will fill your itinerary to the brim. Check out popular attractions like Masjed-e Sheikh Lotfollah, Imam Mosque and Naqshe Jahan Square(Shah Square).
Qom is another must-experience destination in Iran and is around 129 kilometres south of Tehran. No trip is complete without visiting Hazrat Fatima Masumeh Holy Shrine, A'zam Mosque and Qoli Darvish Historical Site.