Travelling from Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH): what you need to know
Travelling during a popular month such as August? School holidays and other popular periods can result in longer lines at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Don't forget, you may need a visa to enter Greece. Visa requirements vary and travel documentation requirements are constantly changing. Before booking your cheap ticket from YVR to ATH, check with your airline and your destination country's local embassy or consulate for up-to-date information.
How to find the cheapest flights from Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
The best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Vancouver International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport is $528. The cheapest price for a return flight is $1,034. Keep in mind that fares could change due to demand when booking.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap flight tickets from YVR to ATH if you book early. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird rates.
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Handy information about Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
Vancouver International Airport is about 14 kilometres from central Vancouver. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 26 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the journey time to be around 33 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Vancouver International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays close to YVR:
Arriving at Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Vancouver International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport, nothing tops the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these hotels near ATH:
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 travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 59 minutes.
When to fly to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from Vancouver International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport. August is the busiest month to visit Athens. If you want a quieter vibe, go in February.
The warmest month in Athens is July, with temperatures ranging between 22ºC and 37ºC. Book your flights from Vancouver International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
January has average temperatures of between 4ºC and 14ºC. Search for cheap flight tickets from YVR to ATH around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Athens
Start your Athens trip right by finding a wonderful stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from YVR to ATH, check out our accommodation options including:
All great holidays should include some sightseeing. Museum of the Centre for the Acropolis Studies, Acropolis of Athens and The Parthenon are must-have experiences during your Athens visit.
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 offers on hotels. You can also compare hundreds of car rental companies in one place to find the best car rental price for your Athens trip.