Travelling from Belfast to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH): What you need to know
Get your trip planning started by considering where you'll catch your flight from Belfast to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH). Belfast International Airport (BFS) and George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD) are the main airports in Belfast.
The timezone in Athens is UTC+2, which is two hours ahead of Belfast. Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport is located in Athens.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Belfast to ATH. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.
With more people on the move during peak seasons, it's smart to get to your terminal earlier than usual. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international journeys will allow extra time for delays.
Airports in Belfast
Belfast International Airport (BFS)
Think about adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Belfast to ATH. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Belfast International Airport (BFS). Make a stop (and maybe make your fare cheaper) by passing through one of these popular airports:
Manchester Airport (MAN)
Geneve Airport (GVA)
Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
The journey from central Belfast to BFS takes about 2 hours on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a cab, you'll cover the 32 kilometres in 30 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to Belfast International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Belfast to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping just around the corner from the terminal:
Of the departures from Belfast International Airport, 67.55% touch down on time at their destination.
George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD)
Maximise your holiday with a stopover on your flight from Belfast to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport. Here's where you can connect between George Best Belfast City Airport and ATH:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
BHD is about 8 kilometres from central Belfast. It'll take you 10 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 20 minutes.
Got a crack-of-dawn departure? Think about checking in to one of these hotels near George Best Belfast City Airport the day before your Belfast to ATH flight:
George Best Belfast City Airport has an on-time performance of 68.3%. This figure highlights how often flights that leave from this airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
About Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
Have a late flight from Belfast to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport? Don't let it end in exhaustion. Check in to one of these hotels near ATH and fast-forward to bedtime:
Hit the road running by picking up an Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Centauro, Green Motion or Surprice and explore beyond Athens's main sights.
Booking your vehicle around three weeks ahead of your Belfast to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport flight can help you find the best deal.
Getting from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) to central Athens
From Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport, central Athens is around 40 kilometres away. It takes about 35 minutes to reach the city centre by car.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey of about 1 hour.
How to find the cheapest flights from Belfast to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
Rs16,930 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Belfast to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport. A return flight starts at Rs36,555. These prices may change based on availability.
To find cheap flights from Belfast to ATH, book early. Airlines usually offer lower fares when flights first go on sale.
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The best time to fly from Belfast to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
August is when most people book flights from Belfast to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH). Plan your visit to Athens in February if you prefer a quieter experience.
Lock in a Belfast to ATH flight ticket departing in July if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Athens to range from 22ºC to 37ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from Belfast to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 4ºC and 14ºC.
More about Athens
Once you've booked your flight from Belfast to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Athens:
Your trip to Athens should come with a side of sightseeing. Major attractions that belong on your itinerary include Acropolis of Athens, The Parthenon and Erechtheion.
Explore more of Greece
You've done Athens, now it's time to explore more of Greece. Travel about 225 kilometres north-west to Larisa to check off its must-visit sights. From Ancient Theatre A to War Memorial and Larissa Ancient Ruins, your itinerary will be busy.
If you're eager to discover another major stop in Greece, consider Kalamaria, roughly 306 kilometres north of Athens. Thetidos Park, Nautical Club of Thessaloniki and Kalamaria Marina Recreational Park are key reasons to visit.
