Flying from Milan to Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH): What you need to know
Milan is home to a couple of airports where you can kick off your travels. Check out your options for booking a flight from Milan to Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) heading out from Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP) or Milan Bergamo Airport (BGY).
The average time for a direct Milan to Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport flight is 2 hours 30 minutes.
Athens is one hour ahead of Milan. Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport is located in Athens, which runs on the UTC+2 timezone.
Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP) to Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) is the most popular route. There are 34 direct weekly departures to pick from. If you prefer starting your day later, hop on the last flight with Aegean Airlines at 10:20pm. Go for the first MXP to ATH departure with easyJet at 6am if you're aiming for an earlier start.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Be at the airport with enough time to board your flight from Milan to ATH.
You'll want to head there even earlier during popular months like July. Aim for two hours before a domestic departure and up to four hours for international journeys. After checking in, you can use any extra time to relax or go over your itinerary.
Airports in Milan
Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP)
Get to your destination in one go from Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP). Nonstop flights from Milan to Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) operate from here.
At MXP, you'll find a variety of airlines that operate direct flights from Milan to Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport, such as:
Aegean Airlines is the most frequently chosen airline for flights from MXP to ATH.
Among carriers on this route, easyJet is the most consistent for on-time landings.
The journey from central Milan to MXP takes around 50 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a taxi, you'll cover the 48 kilometres in 50 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
In search of a convenient hotel near Milan Malpensa Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Milan to Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping just around the corner from the terminal:
76% of flights that depart Milan Malpensa Airport reach their destination on time.
Milan Bergamo Airport (BGY)
You can book a direct Milan to Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) plane ticket with departures from Milan Bergamo Airport (BGY). Check if flying out of BGY makes more sense for your journey.
You can board a direct flight from Milan to ATH with Ryanair. This is one of the main airlines that operates this route out of BGY.
On the BGY to ATH route, Ryanair is the top airline in terms of bookings.
With 79.73% of services arriving as scheduled, Ryanair is the most punctual carrier flying between Milan Bergamo Airport and Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport.
Using public transport, you can travel from central Milan to BGY in around 1 hour. The terminal is roughly 48 kilometres away, and getting there by car takes approximately 50 minutes.
Catching an early morning flight? Think about checking in to one of these accommodation options near Milan Bergamo Airport the day before your Milan to ATH flight:
75% of flights taking off from Milan Bergamo Airport meet their expected arrival time.
Milano Linate Airport (LIN)
Lock in a plane ticket from Milan to Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) out of Milano Linate Airport (LIN) with one or more stops. Popular stopovers between LIN and ATH include:
Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Naples-Capodichino International Airport (NAP)
Heraklion International Airport (HER)
From the centre of Milan, LIN is around 8 kilometres away. It takes roughly 20 minutes to arrive by car and 30 minutes or so if you use public transport.
Make catching an early Milan to Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport flight the easiest part of your journey. Stay at one of these hotels near Milano Linate Airport and get to your gate with plenty of time to spare:
With 84% of its departing flights arriving as planned, LIN is a dependable starting point for any trip.
About Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Milan to Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these hotels near ATH:
Booking your vehicle around three weeks ahead of your Milan to Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport flight can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) to central Athens
The centre of Athens is around 19 kilometres from Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport. Travel times by car hire or taxi will vary based on time of day and traffic conditions, so do some research ahead of your trip.
Travelling by public transport takes around 40 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Milan to Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
₹ 1,705 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Milan to Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport. A return flight starts at ₹ 3,832. These fares may change depending on availability.
Get cheap flights from Milan to ATH by booking four months ahead. Based on our research, that's the ideal time frame for landing a bargain.
The best month for finding cheap Milan to Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport tickets is September. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare prices, then select the dates that offer the lowest fares.
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The best time to fly from Milan to Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
January is the quietest month for flights from Milan to Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH), while July is the most popular. Choose the best time to go to Athens based on whether you like a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Lock in a Milan to ATH plane ticket departing in July if you're eager 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 Milan 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
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best stays in Athens right here. Explore these options as soon as you've locked in your flight from Milan to Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport:
Your visit to Athens isn't complete without checking out the sights. Highlights you can't miss include Acropolis of Athens, The Parthenon and Erechtheion.
Explore more of Greece
You've seen Athens, now it's time to explore more of Greece. Journey around 225 kilometres northwest to Larisa to tick off its leading sights. From Larissa Ancient Ruins to Municipal Art Gallery of Larissa and The Church Of St. George, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Kalamaria is another essential stop in Greece and is around 306 kilometres north of Athens. No trip is complete without visiting Macedonian Tomb Park, Kalamaria Marina Recreational Park and Hellenic Pharmaceutical Museum.
