Travelling from Portland International Airport (PDX) to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH): what you need to know
The timezone in Athens is UTC+2, which is nine hours ahead of Portland.
Your PDX to ATH flight won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
During popular months such as July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're travelling during a peak period in general.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Portland International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or even explore someplace new along the way. Here are some options between PDX and ATH:
Keflavik International Airport
O'Hare International Airport
Washington Dulles International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Portland International Airport (PDX) to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
$468 is the lowest price for a one-way Portland International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport flight. A return flight starts at $908. These prices can change based on availability.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from PDX to ATH if you book early. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird discounts.
Getting cheap flights from Portland International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport is easy if you can be flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the lowest fares across the month and score a great deal.
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Handy information about Portland International Airport (PDX)
You'll find PDX at 7000 NE Airport Way.
83.65% of flights departing from Portland International Airport arrive at their destination on time. With its strong on-time stats, you're unlikely to face delays when setting off from PDX.
Central Portland to Portland International Airport is around 19 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 20 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
The trip when using public transport usually takes 45 minutes.
Taking an early flight from Portland International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays near PDX:
Arriving at Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
The last thing you want is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Portland International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near ATH instead:
Grab an Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport rental car and discover Athens and beyond with your own set of wheels. Centauro, Green Motion and Surprice are popular providers to choose from here.
Booking your vehicle from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport around three weeks ahead increases your chances of getting a good deal.
Getting from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) to central Athens
Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport is roughly 40 kilometres from central Athens. Driving there takes about 35 minutes.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour.
When to fly to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
The quietest month for a flight from Portland International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport is January, while July is the busiest. Pick the best time to go to Athens based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Lock in your flight from Portland International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport for July if you'd like to go to Athens during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 22ºC (72ºF) and 37ºC (99ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from PDX to ATH in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 4ºC (39ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF) on average.
Explore more of Greece
You've seen Athens, now it's time to explore other corners of Greece. Journey around 306 kilometres north to Thessaloniki to check off its must-visit sights. From Arch of Galerius to Aristotelous Square and Museum of Byzantine Culture, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Larisa is another must-experience destination in Greece and is around 209 kilometres north-west of Athens. No trip is complete without dropping by Agioi Saranta, Saint George Orthodox Church and Second Ancient Theatre.