Flying from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) to Gan/Seenu Airport (GAN): what you need to know
Gan Island's timezone is UTC+5, making Gan Island three hours ahead of Athens.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to catch your ATH to GAN flight.
During popular months such as July, it's a good idea to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're travelling during a peak period in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) to Gan/Seenu Airport (GAN)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Gan/Seenu Airport flight is 358 €. A return ticket right now is 729 €. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
To score cheap tickets from ATH to GAN, book as early as you can. Airlines usually offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first made available.
Finding cheap flights from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Gan/Seenu Airport is easy if you can be flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the best prices across the month and score a great deal.
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Handy information about Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
When it comes to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 77.19% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
Central Athens to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport is approximately 40 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 35 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
Catching public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 1 hour.
Searching for a convenient hotel near ATH? If you've booked an early flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Gan/Seenu Airport, these stays will have you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Gan/Seenu Airport (GAN)
Consider booking a hotel close to GAN if you're taking a late Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Gan/Seenu Airport flight. Choose one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:
Getting from Gan/Seenu Airport (GAN) to central Gan Island
Gan/Seenu Airport is roughly 3 kilometres from the centre of Gan Island. The drive time takes about 5 minutes.
When to fly to Gan/Seenu Airport (GAN)
The quietest month for a flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Gan/Seenu Airport is April, while January is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to go to Gan Island based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Gan Island is April, with the temperature ranging between 26ºC (79ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Lock in your flights from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Gan/Seenu Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
January sees average temperatures of between 25ºC (77ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Search for cheap tickets from ATH to GAN around that time if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of Maldives
You've seen Gan Island, now it's time to discover other corners of Maldives. Journey about 13 kilometres north-west to Hithadhoo to check off its top sights. From Eidigali Kilhi to Masjid Ah Thaqwa and City Square, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Where to next? Head for Mahibadhoo. It's roughly 499 kilometres north of Gan Island and boasts highlights including Guest beach and Omadhoo.