Travelling from Hamad International Airport (DOH) to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Hamad International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport is 4 hours 50 minutes.
Athens is one hour behind Doha and follows the UTC+2 timezone.
Flights from DOH to ATH start from 02:00 — the first with Qatar Airways. The last departure is at 13:55 with Qatar Airways. Overall, there are 22 weekly Hamad International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport flights.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Show up at the airport on time to catch your DOH to ATH flight.
You'll likely experience bigger queues in popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
Qatar Airways has direct flights from Hamad International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to tick off the sights in Athens — and maybe even more of Greece if you have time.
The airline most travellers prefer to fly with on this route is Qatar Airways.
Qatar Airways is the most punctual carrier that offers DOH to ATH flights. An impressive 95.45% of its services on this route land as scheduled.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Hamad International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Here are some options between DOH and ATH:
Istanbul Ataturk Airport
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport
Bahrain International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Hamad International Airport (DOH) to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
Right now, Rs43,812 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Hamad International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is Rs69,964. Remember that fares can change due to availability when booking.
Book six months before travelling. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from DOH to ATH.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Hamad International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport. If you'd like to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares for every month.
Snapping up cheap flights from DOH to ATH is easy with Price Alerts. Simply set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know as soon as fares go down.
Tailor your trip using filters. Pick your departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Hamad International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport.
Handy information about Hamad International Airport (DOH)
Hamad International Airport maintains a strong on-time performance, reducing the likelihood of delays. Departures from DOH make it to their destination as scheduled 83.59% of the time.
To get to Hamad International Airport from central Doha, it'll take around 15 minutes by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 14 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a journey time of about 40 minutes on public transport.
Get your holiday off to a stress-free start by staying near DOH. Whether you're catching an early flight from Hamad International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays have you covered:
Arriving at Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
If you're getting in on a late Hamad International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport flight, few things top the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these accommodation options near ATH:
Get your adventure underway by picking up an Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Centauro, Green Motion or Surprice and explore beyond Athens's usual tourist stops.
Booking your ride from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport around three weeks ahead gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
Getting from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) to central Athens
Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to the centre of Athens has a drive time of around 35 minutes. It's approximately 40 kilometres away.
Travelling on public transport takes about 1 hour.
When to fly to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
July is the most popular month for flights from Hamad International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport. For a quieter experience, visit Athens in January.
When reserving your flight from Hamad International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Athens, with temperatures ranging from 22ºC to 37ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from DOH to ATH in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 4ºC and 14ºC on average.
Explore more of Greece
Athens has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of Greece just waiting to be discovered. About 306 kilometres north of Athens, a trip to Thessaloniki will keep you busy. Check out popular attractions like Arch of Galerius, Aristotelous Square and Museum of Byzantine Culture.
If you're eager to discover another great destination in Greece, consider Larisa, about 209 kilometres north-west of Athens. Agioi Saranta, Saint George Orthodox Church and Second Ancient Theatre are highlights.
