Flying from Chicago Midway Airport (MDW) to Athens International Airport (ATH): what you need to know
Athens's timezone is UTC+2, making Athens eight hours ahead of Chicago.
Give yourself enough time to catch your MDW to ATH flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a peak month like July? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
If you'd like to split up your journey, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Chicago Midway Airport to Athens International Airport. These are the top stopovers between MDW and ATH:
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport
Boston Logan International Airport
Philadelphia International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago Midway Airport (MDW) to Athens International Airport (ATH)
At the moment, $462 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Chicago Midway Airport to Athens International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $818. Bear in mind that fares can change due to demand when booking.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from MDW to ATH if you book in advance. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird deals.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Chicago Midway Airport to Athens International Airport across the entire month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your travel plans aren't set in stone.
You won't have to check every day to find out if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as the price changes on cheap flights from MDW to ATH.
Select your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Chicago Midway Airport to Athens International Airport.
Handy information about Chicago Midway Airport (MDW)
MDW is located at 5700 South Cicero.
Of all flights departing from Chicago Midway Airport, 76% touch down on time at their destination.
Central Chicago to Chicago Midway Airport is approximately 16 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 25 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi.
Expect a trip time of about 30 minutes on public transport.
Need a handy hotel near MDW? If you're boarding an early flight from Chicago Midway Airport to Athens International Airport, these stays will put you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Athens International Airport (ATH)
Reserve a hotel near ATH if you have a late Chicago Midway Airport to Athens International Airport flight. Choose one of these options and make your arrival easier:
Grab a Athens International Airport rental car and discover Athens and beyond with your own wheels. Centauro, Green Motion and Surprice are popular outlets to choose from here.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your vehicle from Athens International Airport around three weeks ahead of your trip.
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 roughly 40 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
When to fly to Athens International Airport (ATH)
The quietest month for a flight from Chicago Midway Airport to Athens International Airport is March, while August is the most popular. Choose the best time to visit Athens based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
When reserving your flight from Chicago Midway Airport to Athens International Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Athens, with the temperature ranging from 22ºC (72ºF) to 37ºC (99ºF).
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from MDW to ATH in January. Average temperatures are between 4ºC (39ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF) then.
Explore more of Greece
You've done Athens, now it's time to explore other corners of Greece. Journey about 306 kilometres north to Thessaloniki to check off its leading sights. From Church of Agia Sofia to Archaeological Museum of Thessaloniki and Alexander the Great Statue, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
If you're eager to discover another side of 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 key highlights.