Travelling from Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP) to Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA): what you need to know
Around 5 hours 5 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Milano Malpensa Airport to Imam Khomeini International Airport.
Tehran is two hours 30 minutes ahead of Milan and follows the UTC+3:30 timezone.
Each week, there are four Milano Malpensa Airport to Imam Khomeini International Airport flights. If you want to take off as soon as possible, pick the 14:00 Iran Air flight. If you'd rather make the most of your day before you fly, the last flight is at 14:00 with Iran Air.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Get to the airport on time to board your MXP to IKA flight.
Be prepared for longer lines in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will give you ample time for security and boarding.
Iran Air has direct flights from Milano Malpensa Airport to Imam Khomeini International Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to discover the sights in Tehran — and maybe even more of Iran if you have time.
The airline that serves the most passengers on this route is Iran Air.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Milano Malpensa Airport to Imam Khomeini International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Some great stopovers between MXP and IKA include:
Istanbul Ataturk Airport
Frankfurt Airport
Vienna International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP) to Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA)
Currently, $1,073 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Milano Malpensa Airport to Imam Khomeini International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $1,144. Bear in mind that fares can change due to demand when booking.
To score cheap tickets from MXP to IKA, reserve your trip six months before your planned departure.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Milano Malpensa Airport to Imam Khomeini International Airport. If you're looking to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices across every month.
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Handy information about Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)
When it comes to Milano Malpensa Airport's on-time performance, 68.23% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Central Milan to Milano Malpensa Airport is approximately 48 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 45 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
The trip when using public transport takes roughly 55 minutes.
Have an early flight from Milano Malpensa Airport to Imam Khomeini International Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays near MXP:
Arriving at Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA)
It's hard to beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal if you've landed on a late Milano Malpensa Airport to Imam Khomeini International Airport flight. Remis Hotel and Rexan Hotel are good options near IKA.
Getting from Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA) to central Tehran
Imam Khomeini International Airport to the centre of Tehran has a drive time of around 1 hour. It's approximately 56 kilometres away.
When to fly to Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA)
It's time to pick your dates for your flight from Milano Malpensa Airport to Imam Khomeini International Airport. July is the busiest month to visit Tehran. If you want a quieter vibe, go in April.
Before locking in your flight from Milano Malpensa Airport to Imam Khomeini International Airport, consider the type of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Tehran, with the temperature ranging from 23ºC to 38ºC.
January has average temperatures of between -6ºC and 10ºC. Look for cheap tickets from MXP to IKA around that time if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of Iran
Isfahan is just one of the many cities in Iran waiting to be explored once you've seen Tehran. Around 338 kilometres away to the south, popular attractions include Sheikh Lotfollah Mosque, Chehel Sotoun and Vank Cathedral.
Around 32 kilometres west of Tehran, Karaj is another essential stop in Iran. Start your sightseeing at Lale Park, Fatemiyeh Park and Vahdat Park.