Flying from Dubai Airport (DXB) to Athens International Airport (ATH): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Dubai Airport to Athens International Airport is 5 hours 15 minutes.
The timezone in Athens is UTC+2, which is two hours behind Dubai.
Flights from DXB to ATH start from 10:50 — the earliest with Emirates. The latest departure is at 18:10 with Aegean Airlines. Overall, there are 15 weekly Dubai Airport to Athens International Airport flights.
Give yourself plenty of time to catch your DXB to ATH flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like December, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights when you travel during peak periods in general.
Emirates offers direct flights from Dubai Airport to Athens International Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to discover the sights in Athens — and maybe even more of Greece if your schedule allows.
Emirates is the top choice for travellers on this route.
Aegean Airlines is the most punctual carrier that operates DXB to ATH flights. An exceptional 91.15% of its departures on this route arrive on time.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Dubai Airport to Athens International Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Here are some options between DXB and ATH:
Cairo Airport
Ben Gurion Intl Airport
Bahrain Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Dubai Airport (DXB) to Athens International Airport (ATH)
Rs29,838 is currently the best price for a one-way Dubai Airport to Athens International Airport flight. A return flight starts at Rs87,751. These prices may change based on availability.
Book one month before travelling. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap tickets from DXB to ATH.
June is the cheapest month for flights from Dubai Airport to Athens International Airport. If you'd like to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for each month.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from DXB to ATH by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when a lower fare pops up.
Tailor your flights with filters. Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Dubai Airport to Athens International Airport.
Handy information about Dubai Airport (DXB)
71% of flights that leave from Dubai Airport reach their destination on schedule.
Dubai Airport is around 14 kilometres from central Dubai. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The journey when using public transport takes roughly 35 minutes.
Have an early flight from Dubai Airport to Athens International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to DXB:
Arriving at Athens International Airport (ATH)
If you're getting in on a late Dubai Airport to Athens International Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these options near ATH:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Athens International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Centauro, Green Motion or Surprice and venture far and wide through Athens and beyond.
To get the lowest price, book your ride from Athens International Airport about three weeks before travelling.
Getting from Athens International Airport (ATH) to central Athens
Athens International Airport is approximately 32 kilometres from central Athens. The drive time takes around 35 minutes.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey of about 40 minutes.
When to fly to Athens International Airport (ATH)
The quietest month for a flight from Dubai Airport to Athens International Airport is March, while August is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to go to Athens based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Book your flight from Dubai Airport to Athens International Airport for July if you want to go to Athens during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 22ºC and 37ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from DXB to ATH in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 4ºC and 14ºC on average.
Explore more of Greece
Athens is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of Greece just waiting to be explored. About 306 kilometres north of Athens, a trip to Thessaloniki will keep your itinerary packed. Check out popular attractions like Church of Agia Sofia, Archaeological Museum of Thessaloniki and Alexander the Great Statue.
If you're eager to discover another major destination in Greece, consider Larisa, about 209 kilometres north-west of Athens. Larissa Ancient Ruins, Municipal Art Gallery of Larissa and The Church Of St. George are among the biggest draws.
