Flying from Atlanta to Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH): What you need to know
Atlanta's main base, Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport (ATL), is where many unforgettable trips begin. Explore your departure options from here for your flight from Atlanta to Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH).
The average duration of a direct Atlanta to Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport flight is 10 hours 45 minutes.
The timezone in Athens is UTC+2, which is seven hours ahead of Atlanta. Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport is located in Athens.
You can choose from 6 direct flights each week between Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport (ATL) and Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH). This is the busiest route, with Delta Air Lines offering a 1:54pm departure from ATL to ATH.
Your flight from Atlanta to ATH won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
Hopping on a plane during a peak month like March? High seasons (like Christmas and New Year) can easily add another hour at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Atlanta
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport (ATL)
Go straight to your destination from Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport (ATL). Direct flights from Atlanta to Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) can be booked from here.
When jetting out of ATL, you can catch a direct flight from Atlanta to Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport with Delta Air Lines.
Most travellers choose to fly with Delta between ATL and ATH.
Think about adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Atlanta to ATH. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport (ATL). Slip in a stop (and skip the high fares) by flying through one of these airports:
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
ATL is around 16 kilometres from central Atlanta. If you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the trip time to be around 20 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Atlanta to Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport:
77% of flights leaving from Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport reach their destination on schedule.
You'll find ATL at 6000 N Terminal Parkway.
About Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
Have a late flight from Atlanta to Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport? Don't let it end in exhaustion. Check in to one of these hotels near ATH and shut your eyes sooner:
Follow your own route with a Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Centauro, Green Motion or Surprice and see more of Athens and beyond.
Booking your ride around three weeks in advance of your Atlanta to Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport flight can help you get a cheaper deal.
Getting from Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) to central Athens
The centre of Athens is around 19 kilometres from Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport. Travel times by car hire or taxi will vary based on traffic conditions, so do some research ahead of time.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of around 40 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Atlanta to Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
At the moment, Rs75,303 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Atlanta to Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs145,850. Remember fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Book four months before you want to travel. Pricing trends show that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from Atlanta to ATH.
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The best time to fly from Atlanta to Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
January is the quietest month for flights from Atlanta to Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH), while July is the most popular. Figure out the best time to visit Athens based on whether you want a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
When booking your Atlanta to ATH plane ticket, consider what kind of weather you prefer. July is the warmest month in Athens, with temperatures ranging from 22ºC to 37ºC.
January has temperatures of between 4ºC and 14ºC. Look for cheap tickets from Atlanta to Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Athens
After booking your flight from Atlanta to Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Athens:
There are so many things to do and see in this city, it can be difficult to know where to start. Acropolis of Athens, The Parthenon and Erechtheion are leading attractions which should be on every Athens itinerary.
Explore more of Greece
Larisa is just one of the many cities in Greece waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Athens. Around 225 kilometres away to the northwest, top sights here include Larissa Ancient Ruins, Municipal Art Gallery of Larissa and The Church Of St. George.
Kalamaria is another must-experience destination in Greece and is around 306 kilometres north of Athens. No journey is complete without a visit to Macedonian Tomb Park, Nautical Club of Thessaloniki and Thetidos Park.
