Flying from Guangzhou Airport (CAN) to Athens International Airport (ATH): what you need to know
Athens is six hours behind Guangzhou and is in the UTC+2 timezone.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Be at the airport on time to board your CAN to ATH flight.
Travelling during a peak month like August? Major public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer lines at security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Guangzhou Airport to Athens International Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Check out these options between CAN and ATH:
Istanbul Airport
Shanghai Pudong Airport
Rome Fiumicino Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Guangzhou Airport (CAN) to Athens International Airport (ATH)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Guangzhou Airport to Athens International Airport flight is $406. A return ticket is currently $862. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
It's often best to book in advance if you want to find cheap tickets from CAN to ATH. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
If you can be flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the lowest price in every month when looking for your flight from Guangzhou Airport to Athens International Airport.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from CAN to ATH by setting up a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or push notification on the app when a new low fare is offered.
Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Guangzhou Airport to Athens International Airport.
Handy information about Guangzhou Airport (CAN)
The address for CAN is Airport W Ave.
Guangzhou Airport gets top marks for its on-time performance. 85% of flights that depart CAN arrive at their destination without delay.
To get to Guangzhou Airport from central Guangzhou, it'll take about 35 minutes by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 27 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a journey time of roughly 35 minutes when using public transport.
Booked an early flight from Guangzhou Airport to Athens International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels near CAN:
Arriving at Athens International Airport (ATH)
The last thing you want is a long trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Guangzhou Airport to Athens International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near ATH instead:
Travel at your own speed 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.
To get the lowest price, book your ride from Athens International Airport about three weeks before you travel.
Getting from Athens International Airport (ATH) to central Athens
Athens International Airport is roughly 32 kilometres from the centre of Athens. The drive time takes about 35 minutes.
It takes around 40 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
When to fly to Athens International Airport (ATH)
August is the busiest month for flights from Guangzhou Airport to Athens International Airport. To avoid the crowds, go to Athens in March.
When booking your flight from Guangzhou Airport to Athens International Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Athens, with temperatures ranging from 22ºC (72ºF) to 37ºC (99ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from CAN to ATH in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 4ºC (39ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF) on average.
Explore more of Greece
You've done Athens, now it's time to discover other parts of Greece. Journey about 306 kilometres north to Thessaloniki to check off its leading attractions. From Church of Agia Sofia to Archaeological Museum of Thessaloniki and Alexander the Great Statue, your itinerary will be busy.
If you're ready to explore another major stop in Greece, head for Larisa, roughly 209 kilometres north-west of Athens. Larissa Ancient Ruins, Municipal Art Gallery of Larissa and The Church Of St. George are among the biggest draws.