Travelling from Leipzig/Halle Airport (LEJ) to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH): what you need to know
Athens's timezone is UTC+2, making Athens one hour ahead of Leipzig.
Your LEJ to ATH flight won't wait if you're late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
Be prepared for bigger queues in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Leipzig/Halle Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Here are some options between LEJ and ATH:
Franz Josef Strauss Airport
Frankfurt Airport
Heraklion Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Leipzig/Halle Airport (LEJ) to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Leipzig/Halle Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport flight is $155. A round-trip plane ticket right now is $429. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from LEJ to ATH if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird discounts.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' search function. It'll give you the lowest price across each month when looking for your flight from Leipzig/Halle Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport.
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Handy information about Leipzig/Halle Airport (LEJ)
77.68% of flights departing from Leipzig/Halle Airport make it to their destination on time.
To reach Leipzig/Halle Airport from central Leipzig, it takes around 25 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 21 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The trip on public transport takes about 30 minutes.
Need a handy hotel close to LEJ? If you've booked an early flight from Leipzig/Halle Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Leipzig/Halle Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near ATH instead:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up an Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Centauro, Green Motion or Surprice and explore beyond Athens's main sights.
Booking your vehicle from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport around three weeks ahead gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
Getting from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) to central Athens
Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to the centre of Athens has a drive time of around 35 minutes. It's approximately 40 kilometres away.
Travelling by public transport will take you roughly 1 hour.
When to fly to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
July is the most popular month for flights from Leipzig/Halle Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport. For a quieter experience, go to Athens in January.
The warmest month in Athens is July, with the temperature ranging between 22ºC (72ºF) and 37ºC (99ºF). Lock in your flights from Leipzig/Halle Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
Search for cheap tickets from LEJ to ATH in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 4ºC (39ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF) on average.
Explore more of Greece
You've seen Athens, now it's time to explore more of Greece. Travel around 306 kilometres north to Thessaloniki to tick off its popular sights. From Arch of Galerius to Aristotelous Square and Museum of Byzantine Culture, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Around 209 kilometres north-west of Athens, Larisa is another favourite stop in Greece. Experience major highlights starting with Agioi Saranta, Saint George Orthodox Church and Second Ancient Theatre.