Travelling from Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH) to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Abu Dhabi International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport is 5 hours 5 minutes. Athens's timezone is UTC+2, which makes Athens 2 hours behind Abu Dhabi.
Each week, there are 123 flights from Abu Dhabi International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport. The earliest departure from AUH to ATH is at 02:20 and the latest is at 19:25.
You can expect longer queues during popular months such as August and other peak seasons. Arriving up to fours hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
Etihad Airways is your gateway to discovering Athens (and maybe even some other great corners of Greece!). Look through the direct flights from Abu Dhabi International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport offered by this airline.
If you want to have a stopover for your flight from Abu Dhabi International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' and check out your options. These are the most popular stopovers between AUH and ATH:
Queen Alia International Airport
Ben Gurion International Airport
Santorini International Airport
Before organising your cheap ticket from AUH to ATH, check whether you need a visa to enter Greece. Visa and travel document requirements can differ and are updated frequently. To get the most up-to-date information, contact the nearest embassy or consulate of the country you're travelling to.
How to find the cheapest flights from Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH) to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Abu Dhabi International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport is $141. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $276. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
Book 9 months before flying. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap flight tickets from AUH to ATH.
The cheapest month for tickets from Abu Dhabi International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have a flexible schedule.
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Play around with filters to find the best journey for you. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Abu Dhabi International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by arrival and departure times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH)
Abu Dhabi International Airport is about 32 kilometres from central Abu Dhabi. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the trip time to be around 1 hour and 28 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Abu Dhabi International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these hotels near AUH:
Arriving at Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
If you're on a late flight from Abu Dhabi International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these options near ATH:
Getting from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) to central Athens
Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to central Athens is about 37 minutes in a car. It's approximately 40 kilometres away. See what options are available, such as car rentals, cabs or ride-sharing.
It'll take around 59 minutes to get there by public transport.
When to fly to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
The quietest month for a flight from Abu Dhabi International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport is February, while August is the busiest. Choose the best time to go to Athens based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Athens is July, with the temperature ranging between 22ºC and 37ºC. Lock in your flights from Abu Dhabi International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from AUH to ATH in January. Temperatures average between 4ºC and 14ºC then.
More about Athens
After booking your flights from AUH to ATH, you'll need to find a hotel in Athens. Make one of these options your base for exploring this exciting destination:
Museum of the Centre for the Acropolis Studies and Acropolis of Athens are a couple of leading attractions to add to your Athens itinerary. Keep the momentum going by heading to The Parthenon.
Complete your Athens trip with hotels and a car rental
Once you've secured your cheap ticket to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport, explore the lowest prices and exclusive rates for hotels. You can also compare a range of car rental companies in one go to find the best car rental price for your Athens holiday.