Flying from Gimhae International Airport (PUS) to Athens International Airport (ATH): what you need to know
The timezone in Athens is UTC+2, which is seven hours behind Busan.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to catch your PUS to ATH flight.
Flying during a peak time such as August? Major public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Opt for a stopover if you prefer to break up your flight. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to look at your options for tickets from Gimhae International Airport to Athens International Airport. Shanghai Pudong Airport is a popular stopover on the PUS to ATH route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Gimhae International Airport (PUS) to Athens International Airport (ATH)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Gimhae International Airport to Athens International Airport flight is $435. A round-trip ticket is currently $755. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from PUS to ATH if you book early. Airlines often have some great early bird discounts.
If you're flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' search function. It'll give you the lowest price across every month when looking for your flight from Gimhae International Airport to Athens International Airport.
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Handy information about Gimhae International Airport (PUS)
79% of flights that take off from Gimhae International Airport make it to their destination on schedule.
To reach Gimhae International Airport from central Busan, it'll take about 30 minutes if you're travelling by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 19 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The journey on public transport will take about 45 minutes.
Get your travels off to a relaxed start by staying near PUS. Whether you have an early flight from Gimhae International Airport to Athens International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays are the answer:
Arriving at Athens International Airport (ATH)
If you're arriving on a late Gimhae International Airport to Athens International Airport flight, few things top the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these hotels near ATH:
Pick up a Athens International Airport rental car and discover Athens and beyond with your own set of wheels. Centauro, Green Motion and Surprice are popular outlets to choose from here.
Lock in the best deal by booking your vehicle from Athens International Airport about three weeks before your departure date.
Getting from Athens International Airport (ATH) to central Athens
From Athens International Airport, Athens is approximately 32 kilometres away. It takes around 35 minutes to reach the centre driving.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey of around 40 minutes.
When to fly to Athens International Airport (ATH)
August is the most popular month for flights from Gimhae International Airport to Athens International Airport. To escape the crowds, travel to Athens in March.
When booking your flight from Gimhae International Airport to Athens International Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Athens, with temperatures ranging from 22ºC (72ºF) to 37ºC (99ºF).
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from PUS to ATH in January. Temperatures average between 4ºC (39ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF) then.
Explore more of Greece
Thessaloniki is just one of the many cities in Greece waiting to be discovered after you've seen Athens. Around 306 kilometres away to the north, check out popular attractions including Church of Agia Sofia, Archaeological Museum of Thessaloniki and Alexander the Great Statue.
Around 209 kilometres north-west of Athens, Larisa is another essential stop in Greece. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Larissa Ancient Ruins, Municipal Art Gallery of Larissa and The Church Of St. George.