Travelling from Dusseldorf International Airport (DUS) to Athens International Airport (ATH): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Dusseldorf International Airport to Athens International Airport is 3 hours.
The timezone in Athens is UTC+2, which is one hour ahead of Dusseldorf.
Each week, there are 18 Dusseldorf International Airport to Athens International Airport flights. If you want to be on board as early as possible, opt for the 06:10 Eurowings flight. If you'd rather make the most of your day before flying, the last flight is at 20:30 with Aegean Airlines.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your DUS to ATH flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.
Flying during a peak time such as September? School holidays and other popular seasons can result in longer queues at security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
You'll find a variety of airlines operating direct flights from Dusseldorf International Airport to Athens International Airport. When you're ready to kick off your Athens adventure, let one of these carriers take you to this popular corner of Greece:
Aegean Airlines is the airline with the highest passenger demand for this route.
SKY express is the most punctual carrier that operates DUS to ATH flights. A reliable 85.71% of its services on this route arrive without delay.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Dusseldorf International Airport to Athens International Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between DUS and ATH:
Munich Airport
Belgrade Nikola Tesla Airport
Bologna International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Dusseldorf International Airport (DUS) to Athens International Airport (ATH)
Right now, Rs15,978 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Dusseldorf International Airport to Athens International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is Rs35,795. Remember that fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Book three months before you want to fly. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap tickets from DUS to ATH.
The cheapest month for flights from Dusseldorf International Airport to Athens International Airport is August. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have a flexible schedule.
You don't need to check every day to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment there's a change in price on cheap flights from DUS to ATH.
Secure the ideal flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Dusseldorf International Airport to Athens International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by airline, departure and arrival times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Dusseldorf International Airport (DUS)
80% of flights leaving Dusseldorf International Airport touch down at their destination on time. Given its solid on-time performance, disruptions are unlikely when flying out of DUS.
Central Dusseldorf to Dusseldorf International Airport is approximately 11 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a trip time of around 20 minutes.
Get your travels off to a relaxed start by staying near DUS. Whether you're taking an early flight from Dusseldorf International Airport to Athens International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays are ideal:
Arriving at Athens International Airport (ATH)
Consider booking a hotel close to ATH if you're catching a late Dusseldorf International Airport to Athens International Airport flight. Settle into one of these options and make your arrival easier:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Athens International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Centauro, Green Motion or Surprice and explore beyond Athens's main sights.
Booking your vehicle from Athens International Airport around three weeks in advance can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from Athens International Airport (ATH) to central Athens
Athens International Airport to the centre of Athens has a drive time of about 35 minutes. It's approximately 32 kilometres away.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 40 minutes.
When to fly to Athens International Airport (ATH)
August is the most popular month for flights from Dusseldorf International Airport to Athens International Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, visit Athens in March.
Lock in your flight from Dusseldorf International Airport to Athens International Airport for July if you want to explore Athens during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 22ºC and 37ºC.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from DUS to ATH in January. Average temperatures are between 4ºC and 14ºC then.
Explore more of Greece
Thessaloniki is just one of the many places in Greece waiting to be discovered once you've seen Athens. Around 306 kilometres away to the north, top sights here include Church of Agia Sofia, Archaeological Museum of Thessaloniki and Alexander the Great Statue.
Larisa is another sought-after destination in Greece and is around 209 kilometres north-west of Athens. No trip is complete without a visit to Larissa Ancient Ruins, Municipal Art Gallery of Larissa and The Church Of St. George.

