Flying from Belfast to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH): what you need to know
Belfast is home to two main airports where you can set off on your adventure. Explore your options for reserving a flight from Belfast to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) flying out of Belfast International Airport (BFS) or George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD).
Athens is 2 hours ahead of Belfast. 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 Belfast to ATH. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the mad dash to your gate.
During popular months like August, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights when you fly during peak periods in general.
Airports in Belfast
Belfast International Airport (BFS)
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to take a break from travelling — and possibly even tour another city. When searching for flights from Belfast to ATH departing from Belfast International Airport (BFS), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Some popular options include:
Manchester Airport (MAN)
Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
Geneve Airport (GVA)
The distance from central Belfast to BFS is approximately 32 kilometres. Check out travel apps like Google Maps for the quickest route, whether you plan to drive or take public transport.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to Belfast International Airport? If you're boarding an early flight from Belfast to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport, these stays will have you moments from check-in:
George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD)
Maximise your holiday with a stopover on your flight from Belfast to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport. Visit friends or family or tick another city off your list. Whatever you choose to do, here's where you can stop between George Best Belfast City Airport and ATH:
Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
Stansted Airport (STN)
Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE)
BHD is around 8 kilometres from central Belfast. It'll take you 12 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 22 minutes.
You're going on holiday, so why not enjoy an extra night away? Think about kicking back in one of these hotels near George Best Belfast City Airport the day before your flight from Belfast to ATH:
About Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Belfast to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these options near ATH:
Getting from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) to central Athens
Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to central Athens is around 37 minutes in a car. It's approximately 40 kilometres away. Discover what options are available, such as car rentals, cabs or ride-sharing services.
It takes roughly 59 minutes to get there using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Belfast to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
$139 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Belfast to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport. Return flights start from $344. Prices are subject to change based on availability and may vary at the time of booking.
It's usually best to book early if you're looking for flight tickets from Belfast to ATH. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest tickets from Belfast to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport across each month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your dates are flexible.
Log into your online account or use the app to set up a Price Alert. You'll be notified straight away if there's a deal you won't want to miss. It's simple to do, and it'll save you from searching for a cheap ticket from Belfast to ATH every day.
Tailor your trip with filters. Pick your arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Belfast to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport.
The best time to fly from Belfast to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
August is the busiest month to board a flight from Belfast to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport while February is the quietest. To work out the ideal time to visit Athens, consider the pace you like to travel at.
The warmest month in Athens is July, with the temperature ranging between 22ºC and 37ºC. Lock in your flights from Belfast to ATH in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
January sees average temperatures of between 4ºC and 14ºC. Look for cheap flights from Belfast to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Athens
Start your Athens trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Belfast to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport, explore our range of hotels including:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be hard to know where to begin. Museum of the Centre for the Acropolis Studies, Acropolis of Athens and The Parthenon are top sights which should be on any good Athens itinerary.
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