Travelling from Vancouver to Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH): What you need to know
Athens is ten hours ahead of Vancouver. Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport is located in Athens, which follows the UTC+2 timezone.
To ensure you get on your flight from Vancouver to ATH, leave enough time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Head to the airport even earlier during popular months like July. Aim for two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights. Once you've checked in, you can use any extra time to finalize your plans or simply relax.
Airports in Vancouver
Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
The journey from central Vancouver to YVR takes around 25 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a taxi, you'll cover the 13 kilometres in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
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When it comes to Vancouver International Airport's on-time performance, 78% of flights complete their journey on time.
Vancouver Coal Harbour Seaplane Base (CXH)
On public transport, you can travel from central Vancouver to CXH in about 10 minutes. The terminal is roughly 2 kilometres away, and making the trip by car will take approximately 5 minutes.
Catching the earliest flight? Think about staying at one of these hotels near Vancouver Coal Harbour Seaplane Base the day before your Vancouver to ATH flight:
Abbotsford International Airport (YXX)
The journey time to YXX from the centre of Vancouver is around 2 hours 30 minutes by public transport. If you're going by car, it'll take you roughly 1 hour 20 minutes to cover the 72 kilometres or so.
Sleep a little longer, move a little slower, and still make your Vancouver to Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport flight without having to rush. These hotels near Abbotsford International Airport make getting to the terminal a breeze if you're flying out first thing:
Airports have an on-time performance rating that monitors how often flights get to their destinations as expected. At YXX, that figure is 75%.
About Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
Have a late flight from Vancouver to Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport? Don't let it steal your sleep. Stay at one of these hotels near ATH and hit the lights earlier:
For the lowest price, book your vehicle around three weeks in advance of your Vancouver to Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport flight.
Getting from Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) to central Athens
Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport is roughly 19 kilometres from central Athens. How long it'll take to get to the centre in a car hire or taxi will depend on the time of day. Do a little research beforehand.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey of about 40 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Vancouver to Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
₹ 32,396 is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from Vancouver to Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport. Return flights start from ₹ 68,154. These fares can change based on demand.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Vancouver to ATH if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird rates.
Affordable Vancouver to Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport tickets are easier to find if your travel dates are flexible. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare fares across the month and then fly out on the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Vancouver to Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
July is the most popular month for flights from Vancouver to Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH). Plan your visit to Athens in January if you'd rather avoid peak season.
Book a Vancouver to ATH plane ticket departing in July if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Athens to range from 22ºC to 37ºC.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Vancouver to Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport in January when temperatures are between 4ºC and 14ºC.
More about Athens
After booking your flight from Vancouver to Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Athens:
There are so many things to explore in this city, it can be tricky to know where to begin. Acropolis of Athens, The Parthenon and Erechtheion are top sights which should be on any well-planned Athens itinerary.
Explore more of Greece
Larisa is just one of the many places in Greece waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Athens. Around 225 kilometres away to the northwest, its top attractions include Larissa Ancient Ruins, Municipal Art Gallery of Larissa and The Church Of St. George.
Around 306 kilometres north of Athens, Kalamaria is another essential stop in Greece. Experience major highlights starting with Macedonian Tomb Park, Kalamaria Marina Recreational Park and Hellenic Pharmaceutical Museum.
