Travelling from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) to Taipei: what you need to know
Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport is located in Athens. Based in the UTC+8 timezone, Taipei is six hours ahead of Athens.
To avoid missing your ATH to Taipei flight, leave plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
If you're heading away during a major holiday or another peak period, allow for even more time. A good rule is two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Lines at security and check-in will be longer.
We make it simple to book flight tickets from ATH to Taipei with a stopover. To see all your options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, select a flight with a stop long enough to see the sights of your chosen city. The most sought-after stopovers include:
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The journey from central Athens to ATH takes about 1 hour by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a cab, you'll cover the 19 kilometres in 35 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Want a relaxed start to your trip? Stay near ATH. Whether you've booked an early flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Taipei or just don't like being rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Of all flights leaving Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport, 77.19% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) to Taipei
The best price we've seen for a one-way Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Taipei flight is Rs77,042. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs148,926. Remember fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
To find cheap flights from ATH to Taipei, book as early as possible. Airlines tend to offer lower prices when tickets are first released.
Landing cheap tickets from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Taipei is easier if you can be flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to get the lowest fares across each month and land a sweet deal.
Locking in a cheap flight from ATH to Taipei couldn't be easier with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic notifications and we'll get in touch when a cheaper option becomes available.
Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Taipei by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest.'
Airports in Taipei
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE)
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) is around 48 kilometres from central Taipei. If you're opting for a ride-share or a cab, the drive takes roughly 40 minutes.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour 25 minutes.
Look into staying at a hotel near TPE if you have a late flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Taipei. Select one of these options and make your arrival easier:
Pick up a Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport rental car and explore Taipei and beyond with your own wheels. 固得租車, IWS rent a car and Chih-hang car hire are top outlets to choose from here.
Reserving your ride from Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport around two weeks ahead of your flight from ATH to Taipei can help you get the lowest rate.
Taipei Songshan Airport (TSA)
After your flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Taipei has landed, you can make your way to the city centre in about 20 minutes by car. Central Taipei is roughly 6 kilometres from Taipei Songshan Airport (TSA).
If you're catching public transport, it'll take about 45 minutes.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and relax at a hotel close to TSA. Here are a few options where you can check in after your ATH to Taipei flight:
固得租車, Ho Ing and CARPLUS make collecting a Taipei Songshan Airport rental car quick and easy. These providers are located in or around the terminal and will have you on the road before long.
Avoid last-minute price surges. Booking your ride four weeks before your arrival at TSA can land you a better rate.
Best time to go to Taipei
Before securing your flights from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Taipei, consider which time of year is best for you. High season in Taipei offers a bustling atmosphere and plenty of things to do, while the off-season brings cheaper hotel deals and smaller crowds.
The warmest month in Taipei is July, with temperatures ranging between 25ºC and 32ºC. Book your Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Taipei flight ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from ATH to Taipei in January when temperatures average between 10ºC and 19ºC.
More about Taipei
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Taipei right here. Browse these hotels after locking in your flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Taipei:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to work out where to begin. Chiang Kai-shek Memorial Hall, Taipei 101 and Ximending Night Market are major attractions which should feature on any good Taipei itinerary.
Explore more of Taiwan
You've done Taipei, now it's time to discover other corners of Taiwan. Journey around 129 kilometres south-west to T'ai-chung-shih to check off its popular sights. From Taichung Park to Quanyuan Park and Yongquan Park, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Around 257 kilometres south-west of Taipei, Tainan is another essential stop in Taiwan. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Anping Old Street, Anping Fort and Anping Tree House.
