Travelling from Orlando to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH): What you need to know
Planning your holiday starts with working out where you'll fly out of in Orlando. Orlando International Airport (MCO) is the city's main airport, so explore your options for booking a flight from Orlando to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) jetting off from here.
Athens is six hours ahead of Orlando. Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport is located in Athens, which operates on the UTC+2 timezone.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Orlando to ATH. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
High season means busier airports, so be there even earlier. Give yourself at least two hours before a domestic flight and four hours for international journeys to stay on schedule.
Airports in Orlando
Orlando International Airport (MCO)
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to break up your journey and perhaps even explore another city. When searching for cheap flights from Orlando to ATH leaving from Orlando International Airport (MCO), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to get ideas for where to visit along the way. Here's where you could connect through:
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
The distance from central Orlando to MCO is around 32 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 20 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
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When it comes to the on-time performance of Orlando International Airport, data shows 78.28% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
MCO is located at One Airport Boulevard.
Orlando Sanford International Airport (SFB)
You can reach SFB from central Orlando in approximately 35 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The ride by public transport will take roughly 2 hours 5 minutes to cover the 48 kilometres or so.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before catching your Orlando to ATH flight? Check in to a hotel near Orlando Sanford International Airport before your adventure officially begins. Here's where you can stay:
Orlando Sanford International Airport has an on-time performance of 69.11%. This figure provides insight into how frequently flights that depart from this airport land at their destination on time.
About Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
Have a late flight from Orlando to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport? Don't let your travel day stretch into tomorrow. Check in to one of these hotels near ATH and turn in quicker:
Grab an Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport rental car and explore Athens and beyond with your own wheels. Centauro, Green Motion and Surprice are top outlets you can book with here.
Booking your vehicle around three weeks ahead of your Orlando to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport flight can help you secure the lowest rate.
Getting from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) to central Athens
Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport is around 40 kilometres from the centre of Athens. It takes around 35 minutes or so to drive to the city.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour.
How to find the cheapest flights from Orlando to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
Rs59,054 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Orlando to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport. A return flight starts at Rs140,053. These prices can change based on demand.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Orlando to ATH if you book early. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird deals.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest Orlando to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport tickets across every month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your travel plans aren't set in stone.
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The best time to fly from Orlando to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
August is the busiest month for flights from Orlando to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH). Visit Athens in February if you'd rather avoid peak season.
When booking your Orlando to ATH flight ticket, consider the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Athens, with temperatures ranging from 22ºC to 37ºC.
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Orlando to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport in January when temperatures are between 4ºC and 14ºC.
More about Athens
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the top stays in Athens right here. Browse these options once you've booked your flight from Orlando to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport:
There are so many things to see and do in this city, it can be difficult to know where to start. Acropolis of Athens, The Parthenon and Erechtheion are top attractions which should be on every Athens itinerary.
Explore more of Greece
You've visited Athens, now it's time to explore more of Greece. Journey about 225 kilometres north-west to Larisa to tick off its must-visit sights. From Ancient Theatre A to War Memorial and Larissa Ancient Ruins, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Around 306 kilometres north of Athens, Kalamaria is another favourite stop in Greece. Experience major highlights starting with Thetidos Park, Nautical Club of Thessaloniki and Kalamaria Marina Recreational Park.