Flying from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH): what you need to know
Around 3 hours 15 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport.
The timezone in Athens is UTC+2, which is one hour ahead of Amsterdam.
You can choose from 43 weekly Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport flights. The 06:45 departure with Transavia is the earliest available. KLM operates the latest service of the day at 21:10.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to board your AMS to ATH flight.
Flying during a peak month like June? School holidays and other high seasons can result in longer queues at security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
A variety of airlines operate direct flights from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport, so getting to Athens (and then exploring more of Greece!) is easy. Leading carriers that fly nonstop include:
Aegean Airlines is the airline most travellers choose for this route.
Transavia is the most punctual carrier that offers AMS to ATH flights. An impressive 82.26% of its departures on this route arrive on time.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or visit a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between AMS and ATH:
Dusseldorf International Airport
Tirana International Airport
Vienna International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
Currently, Rs26,735 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is Rs44,401. Remember that fares can change due to availability when booking.
To find cheap tickets from AMS to ATH, book early. Airlines tend to offer lower prices when flights are first made available.
The cheapest month for flights from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport is November. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have flexible travel dates.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from AMS to ATH by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when a lower fare pops up.
Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport.
Handy information about Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
When it comes to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol's on-time performance, data shows 67.93% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
To reach Amsterdam Airport Schiphol from central Amsterdam, it'll take about 25 minutes if you're travelling by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 23 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
You can expect a trip time of around 1 hour 5 minutes on public transport.
Searching for a handy hotel close to AMS? If you're catching an early flight from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
Reserve a hotel close to ATH if you're on a late Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport flight. Settle into one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:
Pick up an Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport rental car and explore Athens and beyond with your own wheels. Centauro, Green Motion and Surprice are leading providers you can book with here.
Reserving your ride from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport around three weeks ahead boosts your odds of scoring a great price.
Getting from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) to central Athens
Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport is approximately 40 kilometres from central Athens. Driving there takes about 35 minutes.
Getting to the centre on public transport will take you roughly 1 hour.
When to fly to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
The quietest month for a flight from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport is January, while July is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to go to Athens based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Lock in your flight from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport for July if you want to visit Athens during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 22ºC and 37ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from AMS to ATH in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 4ºC and 14ºC on average.
Explore more of Greece
You've done Athens, now it's time to explore other parts of Greece. Travel around 306 kilometres north to Thessaloniki to check off its leading attractions. From Arch of Galerius to Aristotelous Square and Museum of Byzantine Culture, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Larisa is another essential stop in Greece and is around 209 kilometres north-west of Athens. No journey is complete without visiting Agioi Saranta, Saint George Orthodox Church and Second Ancient Theatre.