Flying from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) to Cancun International Airport (CUN): what you need to know
Cancun is seven hours behind Athens and follows the UTC-5 timezone.
Give yourself plenty of time to catch your ATH to CUN flight. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a peak month such as July? Public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer queues and delays at airport checkpoints. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
If you'd like to break up your flight, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Cancun International Airport. Here are the top stopovers between ATH and CUN:
London Gatwick Airport
Charles de Gaulle Airport
Pearson International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) to Cancun International Airport (CUN)
Right now, $687 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Cancun International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $1,323. Bear in mind that fares can change due to availability when booking.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from ATH to CUN, book early. Airlines tend to offer the most competitive fares when flights are first made available.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Cancun International Airport across the entire month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your trip dates are flexible.
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Handy information about Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
When it comes to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 77.19% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
Central Athens to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport is around 40 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 35 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
The journey on public transport will take about 1 hour.
Get your trip off to a hassle-free start by staying near ATH. Whether you're taking an early flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Cancun International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Arriving at Cancun International Airport (CUN)
If you're coming in on a late Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Cancun International Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be resting soon after at one of these options near CUN:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Cancun International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from MEX, America or Europcar and explore beyond Cancun's main sights.
Reserving your ride from Cancun International Airport about three weeks in advance gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
Getting from Cancun International Airport (CUN) to central Cancun
Cancun International Airport to central Cancun has a drive time of around 25 minutes. It's approximately 19 kilometres away.
When to fly to Cancun International Airport (CUN)
The quietest month for a flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Cancun International Airport is May, while July is the most popular. Pick the best time to go to Cancun based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
When booking your flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Cancun International Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Cancun, with the temperature ranging from 26ºC (79ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from ATH to CUN in January. Average temperatures are between 20ºC (68ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF) then.
Explore more of Mexico
Merida is just one of the many places in Mexico waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Cancun. Around 290 kilometres away to the west, its best attractions include P. ANDADOR NVA. CHICHEN ITZA, Pre Hispanic Town Of Uxmal and El Palacio de Gobierno.
Around 418 kilometres west of Cancun, Campeche is another essential stop in Mexico. No visit is complete without checking out Campeche Waterfront Promenade, Zona Arquelogica Edzna and Centro Historico de San Francisco de Campeche.