Travelling from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) to Belfast International Airport (BFS): what you need to know
Belfast's timezone is UTC+0, making Belfast two hours behind Athens.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Be at the airport on time to board your ATH to BFS flight.
During popular months such as July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're travelling during a high season in general.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Belfast International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Worthwhile stopovers between ATH and BFS include:
Edinburgh Airport
Stansted Airport
Cote D'Azur Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) to Belfast International Airport (BFS)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Belfast International Airport flight is Rs18,117. A return plane ticket right now is Rs39,946. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
It's a good idea to book as early as possible if you're looking for cheap tickets from ATH to BFS. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the cheapest price across each month when looking for a flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Belfast International Airport.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from ATH to BFS by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when fares go down.
Secure the ideal flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Belfast International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by departure and arrival times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
77.19% of flights taking off from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport is around 40 kilometres from central Athens. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 35 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The trip on public transport typically takes 1 hour.
Searching for a convenient hotel near ATH? If you're catching an early flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Belfast International Airport, these stays will put you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Belfast International Airport (BFS)
The last thing you need is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Belfast International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near BFS instead:
Pick up a Belfast International Airport rental car and discover Belfast and beyond with your own wheels. Budget, Drivalia and Dollar are leading providers to choose from here.
Get the best deal by booking your vehicle from Belfast International Airport about three weeks ahead of your departure.
Getting from Belfast International Airport (BFS) to central Belfast
Belfast International Airport is roughly 32 kilometres from central Belfast. The drive time takes about 30 minutes.
Travelling to the centre by public transport will take you roughly 2 hours.
When to fly to Belfast International Airport (BFS)
August is the busiest month for flights from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Belfast International Airport. For a quieter experience, visit Belfast in January.
Before locking in your flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Belfast International Airport, consider the type of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Belfast, with temperatures ranging from 10ºC to 19ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between 1ºC and 8ºC. Search for cheap tickets from ATH to BFS sometime around then if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of United Kingdom
You've seen Belfast, now it's time to discover more of United Kingdom. Travel about 354 kilometres south-east to Birmingham to tick off its top attractions. From Cadbury World to The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Bristol is another well-known destination in United Kingdom and is around 418 kilometres south-east of Belfast. No journey is complete without dropping by Clifton Suspension Bridge, Cabot Tower and Brandon Hill Nature Park.