Flying from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) to Samos Airport (SMI): what you need to know
Take a direct flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Samos Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 55 minutes.
Samos's timezone is UTC+2, which is the same as Athens.
Flights from ATH to SMI start at 06:20 — the first with Aegean Airlines. The latest departure is at 18:05 with Aegean Airlines. In total, you can take your pick of 32 weekly Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Samos Airport flights.
Leave plenty of time to catch your ATH to SMI flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Be prepared for longer queues in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
Aegean Airlines has direct flights from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Samos Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to check out the sights in Samos — and maybe even more of Greece if you have time.
The airline that passengers book most often on this route is Aegean Airlines.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Samos Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between ATH and SMI:
Thessaloniki International Airport
Chios Airport
Mytilene International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) to Samos Airport (SMI)
Currently, Rs14,047 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Samos Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is Rs30,603. Bear in mind that fares can change due to demand when booking.
It's usually smart to book in advance if you want to find cheap tickets from ATH to SMI. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
November is the cheapest month for flights from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Samos Airport. If you prefer to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares across every month.
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Select your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Samos Airport.
Handy information about Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
77.19% of flights departing from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport reach their destination on time.
To reach Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport from central Athens, it takes about 35 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 40 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The trip on public transport takes roughly 1 hour.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to ATH? If you've booked an early flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Samos Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Samos Airport (SMI)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Samos Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near SMI instead:
Travel at your own speed with a Samos Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Exer Rent A Car, Alamo or Green Motion and see more of Samos and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from Samos Airport around one week in advance boosts your odds of scoring a great price.
Getting from Samos Airport (SMI) to central Samos
Samos Airport to the centre of Samos has a drive time of around 20 minutes. It's approximately 14 kilometres away.
When to fly to Samos Airport (SMI)
July is the busiest month for flights from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Samos Airport. For smaller crowds, visit Samos in January.
When booking your flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Samos Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Samos, with temperatures ranging from 22ºC to 29ºC.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from ATH to SMI in January. Temperatures average between 7ºC and 15ºC then.
Explore more of Greece
Samos has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of Greece waiting to be discovered. Around 290 kilometres west of Samos, a trip to Athens will keep you on the go. Check out popular attractions like Museum of the Centre for the Acropolis Studies, Acropolis of Athens and The Parthenon.
If you want to check out another great destination in Greece, consider Thessaloniki, about 467 kilometres north-west of Samos. Arch of Galerius, Aristotelous Square and Museum of Byzantine Culture are highlights.

