Flying from Warsaw to Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH): What you need to know
There are a couple of main airports you can start your journey from in Warsaw. Check out your options leaving from Warsaw Chopin Airport (WAW) or Warsaw Modlin Airport (WMI) when organising your flight from Warsaw to Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH).
2 hours 35 minutes is the average journey time for a direct Warsaw to Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport flight.
Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport is located in Athens. The city runs on the UTC+2 timezone and is one hour ahead of Warsaw.
Warsaw Chopin Airport (WAW) to Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) is the most popular route. There are 21 direct flights a week to choose from. If you have plans before you fly, hop on the last flight with Sky Express at 7:30pm. Choose the first WAW to ATH departure operated by LOT - Polish Airlines at 9:20am if you'd rather get going earlier.
For hassle-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to catch your flight from Warsaw to ATH.
Popular months like September or other peak seasons mean longer lines and possible delays. Get a head start by arriving at the airport even earlier. Plan for at least four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Warsaw
Warsaw Chopin Airport (WAW)
Warsaw Chopin Airport (WAW) will have you travelling directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from Warsaw to Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) depart from this terminal.
Pick from a variety of airlines offering direct flights from Warsaw to Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport departing from WAW. Reserve your trip with one of these:
LOT is the airline most travellers choose for flights from WAW to ATH.
Among carriers on this route, Aegean Airlines has the highest rate of on-time arrivals.
The journey from central Warsaw to WAW takes about 25 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a taxi, you'll cover the 10 kilometres in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Want a hassle-free start to your break? Stay near Warsaw Chopin Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Warsaw to Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport or aren't a fan of being rushed, these hotels are the ideal choice:
Warsaw Chopin Airport gets high marks for on-time performance. 80% of flights that take off from WAW arrive at their destination as scheduled.
Warsaw Modlin Airport (WMI)
Consider beginning your travels from Warsaw Modlin Airport (WMI). You can book a direct Warsaw to Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) plane ticket from this hub.
Ryanair has direct flights from Warsaw to ATH leaving from WMI. Book your favourite aisle (or window) seat and arrive at your destination in a single hop.
Ryanair ranks number one in bookings on the WMI to ATH route.
WMI is around 40 kilometres from central Warsaw. It'll take 40 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 50 minutes.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before your Warsaw to ATH flight? Kick back in a hotel near Warsaw Modlin Airport before your adventure officially starts. These stays are calling your name:
Warsaw Radom Airport (RDO)
You can lock in a plane ticket from Warsaw to Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) with one or more stops leaving from Warsaw Radom Airport (RDO). Here are some of the most popular stopovers between RDO and ATH:
Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Tirana Nene Tereza International Airport (TIA)
Larnaca International Airport (LCA)
RDO is roughly 97 kilometres from central Warsaw. The drive from the city centre to the airport takes about 1 hour 15 minutes. If you're thinking about taking public transport, expect a journey time of around 2 hours.
Make catching an early Warsaw to Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport flight the easiest part of your journey. Book a room at one of these hotels near Warsaw Radom Airport and get to the check-in counter with time to spare:
RDO has an on-time performance rating of 100%. This means the majority of its flights touch down as expected and your trip goes off without a hitch.
About Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
Consider staying in a hotel close to ATH if you're catching a late flight from Warsaw to Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport. Select one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Booking your ride around three weeks ahead of your Warsaw to Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport flight can help you lock in a great deal.
Getting from Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) to central Athens
Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to the centre of Athens is roughly 19 kilometres. If you're renting a car or taking a taxi, plan in advance to make your trip as smooth as possible. Journey times will vary depending on the time of day and traffic conditions.
Travelling on public transport will take you roughly 40 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Warsaw to Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
Right now, ₹ 2,230 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Warsaw to Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is ₹ 5,173. Keep in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Book five months before you want to fly. Research into pricing trends suggests this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from Warsaw to ATH.
The best month for finding cheap Warsaw to Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport tickets is October. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare flight prices, then choose the dates that offer the biggest savings.
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The best time to fly from Warsaw to Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
It's time to decide when to book your flight from Warsaw to Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH). July is when most people travel to Athens. If you're all about a more relaxed kind of trip, think about going in January.
The warmest month in Athens is July, with temperatures ranging between 22ºC and 37ºC. Lock in your Warsaw to ATH plane ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Look for cheap tickets from Warsaw to Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 4ºC and 14ºC.
More about Athens
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best stays in Athens right here. Check out these hotels as soon as you've booked your flight from Warsaw to Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport:
There are so many things to discover in this city, it can be difficult to know where to start. Acropolis of Athens, The Parthenon and Erechtheion are top attractions which should be on any well-planned Athens itinerary.
Explore more of Greece
Larisa is just one of the many cities in Greece waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Athens. Around 225 kilometres away to the northwest, top sights here include Larissa Ancient Ruins, Municipal Art Gallery of Larissa and The Church Of St. George.
Kalamaria is another must-experience destination in Greece and is around 306 kilometres north of Athens. No journey is complete without experiencing Macedonian Tomb Park, Kalamaria Marina Recreational Park and Hellenic Pharmaceutical Museum.