Flying from Dubai to Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH): What you need to know
Planning your holiday starts with working out where you'll leave from in Dubai. Dubai International Airport (DXB) is the city's main base, so check out your options for booking a flight from Dubai to Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) out of here.
Take off on a direct Dubai to Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport flight and you'll be in the air for around 5 hours 20 minutes.
The timezone in Athens is UTC+2, which is two hours behind Dubai. Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport is located in Athens.
Dubai International Airport (DXB) to Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) is the most popular route. There are 14 direct departures a week to choose from. If you have things to do before heading off, hop on the last flight with Aegean Airlines at 6:10pm. Opt for the first DXB to ATH departure operated by Emirates at 10:50am if you'd rather get going earlier.
To ensure you catch your flight from Dubai to ATH, allow plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Be prepared for longer lines in popular months like January and other peak periods. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will give you plenty of time for security and boarding.
Airports in Dubai
Dubai International Airport (DXB)
Dubai International Airport (DXB) makes it easy to travel directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from Dubai to Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) take off from this terminal.
When leaving from DXB, you can catch a direct flight from Dubai to Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport with Emirates.
Most travellers choose to fly with Emirates from DXB to ATH.
Aegean Airlines stands out as the most punctual carrier on this route, with 91.15% of its services landing on schedule.
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to take a break from travelling and maybe even explore another city. When searching for cheap flights from Dubai to ATH departing from Dubai International Airport (DXB), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to find out where you can stop along the way. Some popular options include:
Cairo International Airport (CAI)
Tel Aviv Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV)
Bahrain International Airport (BAH)
Located around 14 kilometres from the centre of Dubai, DXB can be reached in about 20 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport is roughly 35 minutes.
Have an early flight from Dubai to Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some bonus sleep) by choosing one of these hotels near Dubai International Airport:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Dubai International Airport, 71% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC)
Cross another spot off your travel list or just take a moment to stretch your legs with a stopover. If you'd like to break up your flight from Dubai to Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport, check out these options when heading out from Al Maktoum International Airport:
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Vaclav Havel Airport Prague (PRG)
Luxembourg Airport (LUX)
DWC is around 48 kilometres from central Dubai. It'll take 40 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 1 hour 20 minutes.
Start your holiday sooner with an additional night away from home. Before catching your Dubai to ATH flight, stay in one of these hotels close to Al Maktoum International Airport:
When it comes to keeping flights punctual, Al Maktoum International Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 71%.
About Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
Book a hotel near ATH if you have a late flight from Dubai to Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options and get some sleep sooner:
Lock in the best possible rate by booking your vehicle around three weeks ahead of your Dubai to Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport flight.
Getting from Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) to central Athens
Central Athens is around 19 kilometres from Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport. Travel times by taxi or car hire will vary based on traffic conditions and time of day, so do some research ahead of your trip.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey of around 40 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Dubai to Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
₹ 13,729 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Dubai to Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport. Return flights start from ₹ 32,215. These fares may change depending on demand and availability.
Book one month before you want to fly. Pricing trends suggest that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from Dubai to ATH.
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The best time to fly from Dubai to Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Dubai to Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH). July is the most popular month to visit Athens. If you're all about a more relaxed kind of trip, go in January.
Book a Dubai to ATH plane ticket departing in July if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Athens to range from 22ºC to 37ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from Dubai to Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 4ºC and 14ºC.
More about Athens
Once you've booked your flight from Dubai to Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these options your base for exploring Athens:
Every great holiday has to include a little sightseeing. Acropolis of Athens, The Parthenon and Erechtheion are attractions you won't want to skip in Athens.
Explore more of Greece
Athens is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of Greece waiting to be explored. About 225 kilometres northwest of Athens, a trip to Larisa will keep your itinerary busy. Don't miss top attractions like Larissa Ancient Ruins, Municipal Art Gallery of Larissa and The Church Of St. George.
Around 306 kilometres north of Athens, Kalamaria is another favourite stop in Greece. Start your sightseeing at Macedonian Tomb Park, Kalamaria Marina Recreational Park and Hellenic Pharmaceutical Museum.
