Flying from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) to Belfast: what you need to know
Belfast is two hours behind Athens, where Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport is located. Belfast observes the UTC+0 timezone.
Leave enough time to get on your ATH to Belfast flight. It's generally best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Heading away during a peak time like a bank holiday? Expect longer queues at check-in and security. To play it safe, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
Consider adding a stopover to potentially score a cheaper plane ticket from ATH to Belfast. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' during your search. Break up your journey by stopping at one of these popular options:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Stansted Airport (STN)
Travelling from central Athens to ATH takes around 1 hour on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a cab, you'll cover the 19 kilometres in 35 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Searching for a hotel close to ATH? If you're boarding an early flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Belfast, these accommodation options will get you from your pillow to the plane in no time:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport, data shows 77.19% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.
How to find the cheapest flights from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) to Belfast
73 € is currently the lowest price for a one-way Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Belfast flight. Return plane tickets start at 174 €. These prices can change depending on demand and availability.
Booking in advance is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from ATH to Belfast. Airlines adjust prices based on demand, so the nearer you get to departure, the more you'll likely pay.
If you have flexibility with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll find the lowest price across each month when searching for your Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Belfast ticket.
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Airports in Belfast
Belfast International Airport (BFS)
The distance from Belfast International Airport (BFS) to central Belfast is roughly 32 kilometres. It takes about 30 minutes to get to the centre driving.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of about 2 hours.
Consider booking a hotel near BFS if you have a late flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Belfast. Pick one of these options and make your arrival easier:
Travel at your own pace with a Belfast International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Budget, Drivalia or Dollar and discover more of Belfast and beyond.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your vehicle from Belfast International Airport about three weeks ahead of your flight from ATH to Belfast.
George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD)
Once your flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Belfast has arrived, you can get to the city centre in around 10 minutes by car. Central Belfast is roughly 8 kilometres from George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD).
Public transport will get you there in around 20 minutes.
There are some comfortable places to drop your things at near BHD. Unwind and get cosy after your ATH to Belfast flight at one of these well-located options:
Budget, Sixt and Alamo make picking up a George Best Belfast City Airport rental car easy and quick. These trusted providers are located in or around the terminal and will have you on the road before long.
Get first dibs on the best options. Reserving your ride from BHD two weeks ahead of time often means lower prices and a bigger choice of vehicles.
Best time to go to Belfast
Before securing your flights from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Belfast, consider which time of year works best for you. High season in Belfast offers a lively atmosphere and plenty of activities, while low season means you'll get better hotel deals and fewer crowds.
Book an Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Belfast plane ticket with a departure in July if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 10ºC (50ºF) to 19ºC (66ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from ATH to Belfast in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 1ºC (34ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF) on average.
More about Belfast
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Belfast right here. Explore these hotels once you've locked in your flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Belfast:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be tricky to know where to start. Crumlin Road Gaol Visitor Attraction and Conference Centre, Titanic Belfast and Botanic Gardens are leading attractions which should feature on any good Belfast itinerary.
Explore more of United Kingdom
Birmingham is just one of the many cities in United Kingdom waiting to be explored after you've seen Belfast. Around 354 kilometres away to the south-east, its top attractions include Cadbury World, The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre.
Bristol is another well-known destination in United Kingdom and is around 418 kilometres south-east of Belfast. No journey is complete without visiting Clifton Suspension Bridge, Cabot Tower and Brandon Hill Nature Park.
