Travelling from Shannon Airport (SNN) to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH): what you need to know
Flying over a peak time like August? Public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer queues at checkpoints. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
To break up your flight from Shannon Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport, consider adding a stopover. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' and find a destination that appeals to you. The top stopovers on the SNN - ATH route include:
Naples International Airport
London Heathrow Airport
Charles de Gaulle Airport
To see if you need a visa to enter Greece, check with your airline and the local consulate or embassy. They'll give you the most up-to-date information, including other paperwork you may need after booking your cheap ticket from SNN to ATH.
How to find the cheapest flights from Shannon Airport (SNN) to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
$135 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Shannon Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport. Return flights start at $277. These prices can change based on availability and demand.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap flight tickets from SNN to ATH if you book early. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird discounts.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest tickets from Shannon Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport across every month. It's the best way to snap up a bargain if your travel plans aren't set in stone.
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Play around with filters to find the best trip for you. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Shannon Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by airline, departure and arrival times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Shannon Airport (SNN)
Shannon Airport is around 5 kilometres from central Shannon. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 7 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be approximately 10 minutes.
After an easy way to start to your trip? Stay near SNN. Whether you have an early flight from Shannon Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Arriving at Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Shannon Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options near ATH instead:
Getting from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) to central Athens
Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to central Athens takes about 37 minutes by car. It's approximately 40 kilometres away. Discover what options are available, such as car rentals, cabs or ride-sharing services.
Travelling to the centre on public transport will take you around 59 minutes.
When to fly to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
It's time to pick your dates for your flight from Shannon Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport. August is the busiest month to visit Athens. If you like a quieter vibe, go in February.
The warmest month in Athens is July, with the temperature ranging between 22ºC and 37ºC. Book your flights from Shannon Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from SNN to ATH in January. Temperatures average between 4ºC and 14ºC then.
More about Athens
If you're looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Athens right here. Explore these hotels after locking in your flight from SNN to ATH:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be difficult to know where to begin. Museum of the Centre for the Acropolis Studies, Acropolis of Athens and The Parthenon are popular attractions which should feature on any well-planned Athens itinerary.
Complete your Athens trip with hotels and a car rental
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