Flying from Malaga Airport (AGP) to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH): what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from Malaga Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 3 hours 30 minutes.
Athens's timezone is UTC+2, which makes Athens one hour ahead of Málaga.
Take your pick of four weekly Malaga Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport flights. The 01:55 departure with Aegean Airlines is the earliest available. Aegean Airlines operates the last service of the day at 18:30.
To ensure you catch your AGP to ATH flight, leave enough time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
During popular months like July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're travelling during a high season in general.
Flying into Athens (and then seeing more of Greece!) is a snap with Aegean Airlines. This popular carrier offers direct flights from Malaga Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport.
The majority of travellers choose to travel with Aegean Airlines on this route.
The most punctual carrier that operates AGP to ATH flights is Aegean Airlines. Its services arrive as planned 66.67% of the time.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Malaga Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Some great stopovers between AGP and ATH include:
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport
Barcelona-El Prat Airport
Palma de Mallorca Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Malaga Airport (AGP) to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Malaga Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport flight is $70. A round-trip plane ticket right now is $157. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
Book ten months before you travel. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from AGP to ATH.
September is the cheapest month for flights from Malaga Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport. If you'd like to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices across every month.
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Handy information about Malaga Airport (AGP)
72.02% of flights that leave from Malaga Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
Central Málaga to Malaga Airport is around 14 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 25 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Expect a trip time of roughly 50 minutes when using public transport.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to AGP? If you're boarding an early flight from Malaga Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
If you're getting in on a late Malaga Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of being close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be resting not long after at one of these options near ATH:
Grab an Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport rental car and discover Athens and beyond with your own set of wheels. Centauro, Green Motion and Surprice are well-known companies to choose from here.
Secure the lowest price by reserving your ride from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport around three weeks ahead of your departure.
Getting from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) to central Athens
From Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport, Athens is approximately 40 kilometres away. It takes around 35 minutes to drive to the centre.
It typically takes 1 hour if you're travelling on public transport.
When to fly to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from Malaga Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport. July is the busiest month to visit Athens. If you prefer a quieter vibe, go in January.
Before locking in your flight from Malaga Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Athens, with the temperature ranging from 22ºC (72ºF) to 37ºC (99ºF).
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from AGP to ATH in January. Temperatures average between 4ºC (39ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF) then.
Explore more of Greece
Athens is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of Greece you'll want to see. Around 306 kilometres north of Athens, a trip to Thessaloniki will keep you on the go. Check out popular attractions like Arch of Galerius, Aristotelous Square and Museum of Byzantine Culture.
Around 209 kilometres north-west of Athens, Larisa is another favourite stop in Greece. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Agioi Saranta, Saint George Orthodox Church and Second Ancient Theatre.