Flying from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) to Dubai: what you need to know
Take a direct flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Dubai and you'll be travelling for around 5 hours 15 minutes.
Dubai is two hours ahead of Athens, where Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport is located. Dubai observes the UTC+4 timezone.
With 15 weekly flights between the two airports, Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) to Dubai Airport (DXB) is the busiest route. Aegean Airlines operates the earliest flight at 08:20. If you prefer to make the most of your day before flying, the latest flight from ATH to DXB is with Emirates at 23:10.
For hassle-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This leaves you with plenty of time to catch your ATH to Dubai flight.
Travelling during a peak time like public or school holidays? Expect longer lines at security and check-in. For peace of mind, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Direct Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Dubai tickets are available for booking. Dubai Airport (DXB) is where you'll arrive.
Book your ticket with Emirates. This popular airline operates direct flights from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Dubai.
We make it simple to book flight tickets from ATH to Dubai with a stopover. To see your options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Some popular stopovers include:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV)
Kuwait International Airport (KWI)
Located around 19 kilometres from central Athens, ATH can be reached in about 35 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport takes roughly 1 hour.
Planning to catch an early flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Dubai? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these hotels close to ATH:
When it comes to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport's on-time performance, 77.19% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) to Dubai
The best price we've seen for a one-way Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Dubai flight is Rs30,908. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs79,232. Bear in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Book one month before you travel. Pricing trends suggest that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from ATH to Dubai.
Organise your trip for May. That's the best month for landing a bargain on Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Dubai tickets. If you have flexibility with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to access the lowest price across each month.
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Airports in Dubai
Dubai Airport (DXB)
The distance from Dubai Airport (DXB) to central Dubai is roughly 14 kilometres. It'll take you around 15 minutes to reach the centre driving.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 50 minutes.
Book a hotel near DXB if you have a late flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Dubai. Settle into one of these options and make your first night all about rest:
Go where the road takes you with a Dubai Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from AMEX, Autostrad Rent A Car or Quicklease Car Hire and find adventure across Dubai and beyond.
Lock in the best deal by reserving your vehicle from Dubai Airport about three weeks before your flight from ATH to Dubai.
Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC)
Central Dubai is around 56 kilometres from Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC). Once your flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Dubai has hit the runway and you've made your way to arrivals, expect a drive of around 45 minutes.
If you're catching public transport, it'll take around 2 hours 5 minutes.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and rest at a hotel near DWC. Here are a few options where you can kick back after your ATH to Dubai flight:
The fastest way to reach your destination is with a Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Quicklease Car Hire, Quick Drive or Golden Key Car Hire and be off and running.
Avoid last-minute price surges. Booking your ride three weeks before your arrival at DWC will save you money.
Best time to go to Dubai
Before you book your flights from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Dubai, consider which time of year is best for you. High season in Dubai offers a lively atmosphere and plenty of activities, while low season brings cheaper hotel rates and fewer crowds.
Book an Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Dubai flight ticket with a departure in July to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 30ºC to 42ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between 14ºC and 25ºC. Look for a cheap ticket from ATH to Dubai around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Dubai
Once you've booked your flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Dubai, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Dubai:
The Dubai Mall Heart and Burj Khalifa are just the start of the major attractions to add to your Dubai travel itinerary. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Desert safari tourism.
Explore more of United Arab Emirates
Dubai has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of United Arab Emirates just waiting to be discovered. Around 121 kilometres south-west of Dubai, a visit to Abu Dhabi will keep you on the go. Start with leading sights like Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, Emirates Palace, Dubai and Qasr Al Watan.
Khawr Fakkān is another standout destination in United Arab Emirates and is around 113 kilometres east of Dubai. No trip is complete without seeing Souq Sharq, Mountain Top View Point and Wadi Wurayah National Park.