Travelling from Warsaw to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH): what you need to know
Get your holiday planning started by considering where you'll board your flight from Warsaw to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH). Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW) and Warsaw-Modlin Airport (WMI) are Warsaw's main airports.
Jump on a direct flight from Warsaw to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport and you'll be in the air for around 2 hours 34 minutes.
The timezone in Athens is UTC+2, which is 1 hour ahead of Warsaw. Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport is located in Athens.
Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW) to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) is the most popular route. There are 35 direct weekly departures to pick from. If you have things to do before heading off, hop on the last flight with Ethiopian Airlines at 21:00. Opt for the first WAW to ATH departure operated by LOT at 09:15 if you want to get going earlier.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Warsaw to ATH. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.
During popular months such as July, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're travelling during peak periods in general.
Airports in Warsaw
Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW)
Fly without interruptions from Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW). Direct flights from Warsaw to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) can be booked from here.
Popular airlines that have direct flights from Warsaw to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport departing WAW include:
From central Warsaw, WAW is approximately 8 kilometres away. Visit the official airport website or use navigation apps to work out the best way to get there.
After an easy start to your journey? Stay near Frederic Chopin Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Warsaw to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Warsaw-Modlin Airport (WMI)
Looking for more options for a direct flight from Warsaw to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)? Check out the fares flying out of Warsaw-Modlin Airport (WMI).
From WMI, direct flights from Warsaw to ATH are available with Ryanair.
Make the most of your holiday with a stopover on your flight from Warsaw to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport. Visit friends or family or tick a new city off your bucket list. Whatever you'd like to do, check out these stops between Warsaw-Modlin Airport and ATH:
Thessaloniki International Airport (SKG)
Zakinthos Airport (ZTH)
Vienna International Airport (VIE)
WMI is about 40 kilometres from central Warsaw. It takes 50 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour and 1 minute.
Start your holiday early with an additional night away from home. Before catching your flight from Warsaw to ATH, stay in one of these hotels close to Warsaw-Modlin Airport:
About Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
Consider staying in a hotel close to ATH if you're catching a late flight from Warsaw to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport. Pick one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Getting from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) to central Athens
Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport is approximately 40 kilometres from central Athens. With your own car rental or if you take a cab, the drive is around 37 minutes.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of around 59 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Warsaw to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Warsaw to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport is $66. The cheapest price for a return flight is $187. Keep in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Book 1 month before your departure date. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find flight tickets from Warsaw to ATH.
October is the cheapest month for tickets from Warsaw to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport. If you want to travel at a different time of year, use the 'Whole month' search feature to see the lowest prices across every month.
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The best time to fly from Warsaw to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
It's time to figure out your travel dates for your flight from Warsaw to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport. August is the busiest month to travel to Athens. If you like a quieter vibe, go in February.
Before locking in your flight from Warsaw to ATH, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Athens, with temperatures ranging from 22ºC to 37ºC.
Visit in January if you want cooler conditions. Average temperatures range between 4ºC and 14ºC. However, this city delivers on a good time whenever you book your cheap flights from Warsaw to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport.
More about Athens
Start your Athens trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Warsaw to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport, explore our selection of accommodation options including:
Museum of the Centre for the Acropolis Studies and Acropolis of Athens are just the start of the leading attractions to add to your Athens itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out The Parthenon.
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