Flying from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) to Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Venice Marco Polo Airport is 2 hours 25 minutes.
The timezone in Venice is UTC+1, which is one hour behind Athens.
Flights from ATH to VCE start at 06:45 — the first with Volotea. The latest departure is at 22:55 with Volotea. Overall, you can take your pick of 16 weekly Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Venice Marco Polo Airport flights.
To ensure you get on your ATH to VCE flight, leave enough time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
During popular months such as July, it's best to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights when you fly during peak periods in general.
You can travel nonstop to Venice, Italy. Prepare for takeoff with one of these airlines that operate direct flights from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Venice Marco Polo Airport:
Aegean Airlines is the airline with the highest passenger demand for this route.
Aegean Airlines is the most punctual carrier offering ATH to VCE flights. A reliable 95.45% of its departures on this route arrive as planned.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Venice Marco Polo Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Popular stopovers between ATH and VCE include:
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport
Mikonos Airport
Franz Josef Strauss Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) to Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE)
$42 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Venice Marco Polo Airport flight. A return flight starts at $117. These prices may change depending on demand.
To score cheap tickets from ATH to VCE, book your trip seven months ahead of your departure date.
June is the cheapest month for flights from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Venice Marco Polo Airport. If you're looking to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices across every month.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from ATH to VCE by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when fares go down.
Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Venice Marco Polo Airport.
Handy information about Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
77.19% of flights that take off from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport touch down at their destination on time.
Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport is about 40 kilometres from central Athens. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The trip on public transport takes roughly 1 hour.
Get your holiday off to a leisurely start by staying near ATH. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Venice Marco Polo Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Arriving at Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on an Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Venice Marco Polo Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near VCE instead:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Venice Marco Polo Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Surprice, RentSmart24 or Italy Car Rent and explore beyond Venice's usual tourist stops.
Booking your ride from Venice Marco Polo Airport around two weeks ahead boosts your odds of scoring a great price.
Getting from Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE) to central Venice
Venice Marco Polo Airport is approximately 14 kilometres from the centre of Venice. The drive time takes around 20 minutes.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 45 minutes.
When to fly to Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE)
July is the most popular month for flights from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Venice Marco Polo Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, visit Venice in January.
Lock in your flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Venice Marco Polo Airport for August if you want to go to Venice during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 19ºC (66ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF).
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from ATH to VCE in January. Average temperatures are between 1ºC (34ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF) then.
Explore more of Italy
You've visited Venice, now it's time to explore more of Italy. Travel around 402 kilometres south to Rome to tick off its must-visit sights. From Colosseum to World’s smallest country Vatican City tour - City of Rome Capital, Italy (Self-Guided free walking tour) by FreeGuides.com and Trevi Fountain, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
If you're ready to explore another major stop in Italy, head for Milan, roughly 241 kilometres west of Venice. Grande Museo del Duomo di Milano, Milan Cathedral and The Last Supper Museum are key reasons to visit.