Travelling from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) to Cardiff Airport (CWL): what you need to know
Cardiff's timezone is UTC+0, which makes Cardiff two hours behind Athens.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to board your ATH to CWL flight.
Be prepared for longer lines in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Cardiff Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to visit the city of your choice. Top stopovers between ATH and CWL include:
Dubrovnik Airport
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
Edinburgh Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) to Cardiff Airport (CWL)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Cardiff Airport flight is Rs20,576. A round-trip fare is currently Rs52,825. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
It's usually best to book ahead of time if you want to get cheap tickets from ATH to CWL. That's because flight prices are 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' search tool. It'll find the lowest price in every month when searching for your flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Cardiff Airport.
You don't need to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment the price changes on cheap flights from ATH to CWL.
Select your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Cardiff Airport.
Handy information about Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
Of the departures from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport, 77.19% land on time at their destination.
Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport is around 40 kilometres from central Athens. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 35 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Expect a trip time of about 1 hour on public transport.
Need a convenient hotel near ATH? If you're boarding an early flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Cardiff Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Cardiff Airport (CWL)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on an Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Cardiff Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near CWL instead:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Cardiff Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Europcar, Keddy By Europcar or Enterprise to explore Cardiff and beyond.
Lock in the best rate by reserving your vehicle from Cardiff Airport around four weeks before your departure date.
Getting from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to central Cardiff
Cardiff Airport to the centre of Cardiff has a drive time of around 30 minutes. It's approximately 27 kilometres away.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour 5 minutes.
When to fly to Cardiff Airport (CWL)
The quietest month for a flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Cardiff Airport is April, while June is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to go to Cardiff based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
When reserving your flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Cardiff Airport, consider the type of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Cardiff, with the temperature ranging from 11ºC to 22ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from ATH to CWL in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 0ºC and 9ºC on average.
Explore more of United Kingdom
Cardiff has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of United Kingdom you'll want to see. About 209 kilometres east of Cardiff, a trip to London will keep you busy. Start with leading sights like Big Ben, The British Museum and Buckingham Palace.
Birmingham is another must-experience destination in United Kingdom and is around 145 kilometres north-east of Cardiff. No trip is complete without experiencing Cadbury World, The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre.
