Travelling from Damascus Airport (DAM) to Athens International Airport (ATH): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Damascus Airport to Athens International Airport is 1 hour 55 minutes.
Athens's timezone is UTC+2, making Athens one hour behind Damascus.
Your DAM to ATH flight won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
Travelling during a peak time such as July? Public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer queues at security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
The majority of travellers choose to fly with air-mediterranean on this route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Damascus Airport (DAM) to Athens International Airport (ATH)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Damascus Airport to Athens International Airport flight is $328. A return plane ticket right now is $761. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
It's a good idea to book ahead of time if you want to find cheap tickets from DAM to ATH. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Damascus Airport to Athens International Airport across the month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your dates aren't set in stone.
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Handy information about Damascus Airport (DAM)
70% of flights that leave from Damascus Airport touch down at their destination on time.
Central Damascus to Damascus Airport is approximately 31 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 40 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi.
Expect a journey time of about 1 hour on public transport.
Arriving at Athens International Airport (ATH)
Consider staying in a hotel near ATH if you're catching a late Damascus Airport to Athens International Airport flight. Pick one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Explore without limits with a Athens International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Centauro, Green Motion or Surprice and discover more of Athens and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from Athens International Airport around three weeks in advance increases your chances of getting a good deal.
Getting from Athens International Airport (ATH) to central Athens
Athens International Airport to the centre of Athens has a drive time of about 35 minutes. It's approximately 32 kilometres away.
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 Damascus Airport to Athens International Airport. To escape the crowds, travel to Athens in March.
Lock in your flight from Damascus Airport to Athens International Airport for July if you'd like to explore Athens during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 22ºC (72ºF) and 37ºC (99ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from DAM 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
Athens has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of Greece you'll want to see. About 306 kilometres north of Athens, a trip to Thessaloniki will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with leading attractions like Church of Agia Sofia, Archaeological Museum of Thessaloniki and Alexander the Great Statue.
Around 209 kilometres north-west of Athens, Larisa is another favourite stop in Greece. No visit is complete without checking out Larissa Ancient Ruins, Municipal Art Gallery of Larissa and The Church Of St. George.