Travelling from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Athens International Airport (ATH): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Zurich Airport to Athens International Airport is 2 hours 35 minutes.
The timezone in Athens is UTC+2, which is one hour ahead of Zurich.
Flights from ZRH to ATH start at 06:10 — the first with SWISS. The latest departure is at 21:20 with SWISS. Overall, you can choose from 34 weekly Zurich Airport to Athens International Airport flights.
Give yourself plenty of time to catch your ZRH to ATH flight. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a peak time like July? Major public holidays and other high seasons can result in longer lines at security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
SWISS is your gateway to discovering Athens (and maybe even some other exciting parts of Greece!). Browse the direct flights from Zurich Airport to Athens International Airport offered by this popular carrier.
SWISS is the top choice for travellers on this route.
With 71.0% of services landing on schedule, Aegean Airlines is the most punctual carrier offering ZRH to ATH flights.
How to find the cheapest flights from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Athens International Airport (ATH)
Right now, Rs21,644 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Zurich Airport to Athens International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is Rs39,964. Keep in mind that fares could change due to demand when booking.
Book four months before flying. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap tickets from ZRH to ATH.
The cheapest month for flights from Zurich Airport to Athens International Airport is September. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have flexible travel dates.
There's no need to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as there's a new deal on cheap flights from ZRH to ATH.
Select your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Zurich Airport to Athens International Airport.
Handy information about Zurich Airport (ZRH)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Zurich Airport, 76% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
Zurich Airport is about 11 kilometres from central Zurich. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The journey on public transport typically takes 10 minutes.
Searching for a handy hotel close to ZRH? If you're boarding an early flight from Zurich Airport to Athens International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Athens International Airport (ATH)
Book a hotel close to ATH if you're taking a late Zurich Airport to Athens International Airport flight. Check in to one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Go where the road takes you with a Athens International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Centauro, Green Motion or Surprice and find adventure across Athens and beyond.
For the lowest price, reserve your ride from Athens International Airport around three weeks in advance.
When to fly to Athens International Airport (ATH)
It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from Zurich Airport to Athens International Airport. August is the busiest month to visit Athens. If you'd like a more low-key vibe, go in March.
When reserving your flight from Zurich Airport to Athens International Airport, consider the type of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Athens, with the temperature ranging from 22ºC to 37ºC.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from ZRH 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 explored once you've seen the sights of Athens. Around 306 kilometres away to the north, its best attractions include Church of Agia Sofia, Archaeological Museum of Thessaloniki and Alexander the Great Statue.
Larisa is another essential stop in Greece and is around 209 kilometres north-west of Athens. No journey is complete without visiting Larissa Ancient Ruins, Municipal Art Gallery of Larissa and The Church Of St. George.
