Travelling from Athens International Airport (ATH) to Alexandria Borg El Arab Airport (HBE): what you need to know
Book a direct flight from Athens International Airport to Alexandria Borg El Arab Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 1 hour 45 minutes.
Athens and Alexandria share the UTC+2 timezone. This means there's no time difference to adjust for.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to board your ATH to HBE flight.
Flying during a peak month such as August? Major public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer queues at security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Jetting into Alexandria (and then discovering more of Egypt!) is a breeze with Aegean Airlines. This popular carrier has direct flights from Athens International Airport to Alexandria Borg El Arab Airport.
Aegean Airlines is the most frequently booked airline on this route.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Athens International Airport to Alexandria Borg El Arab Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Check out these options between ATH and HBE:
Istanbul Airport
Istanbul Sabiha Airport
Amman Queen Alia Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Athens International Airport (ATH) to Alexandria Borg El Arab Airport (HBE)
Right now, 82 € is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Athens International Airport to Alexandria Borg El Arab Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is 166 €. Keep in mind that fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Book four months before your departure date. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from ATH to HBE.
The cheapest month for flights from Athens International Airport to Alexandria Borg El Arab Airport is September. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have a flexible schedule.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from ATH to HBE by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when a special offer becomes available.
Discover the right flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Athens International Airport to Alexandria Borg El Arab Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by airline, arrival and departure times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Athens International Airport (ATH)
Of all flights leaving Athens International Airport, 76% arrive on time at their destination.
Athens International Airport is about 32 kilometres from central Athens. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take you 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Taking public transport? Expect a journey time of around 40 minutes.
Get your trip off to a hassle-free start by staying near ATH. Whether you have an early flight from Athens International Airport to Alexandria Borg El Arab Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Arriving at Alexandria Borg El Arab Airport (HBE)
Few things top the convenience of staying near the terminal if you've arrived on a late Athens International Airport to Alexandria Borg El Arab Airport flight. Guesthouse Near HBE Airport Pool and Relaxation Villa With Private Pool are good choices near HBE.
Follow your own route with a Alexandria Borg El Arab Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Budget, Avis or Sixt and discover more of Alexandria and beyond.
Lock in the best rate by reserving your ride from Alexandria Borg El Arab Airport around two weeks ahead of your trip.
When to fly to Alexandria Borg El Arab Airport (HBE)
It's time to plan your dates for your flight from Athens International Airport to Alexandria Borg El Arab Airport. July is the most popular month to head to Alexandria. If you like a more laid-back vibe, go in March.
Book your flight from Athens International Airport to Alexandria Borg El Arab Airport for August if you'd like to explore Alexandria during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 24ºC (75ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF).
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from ATH to HBE in February. Temperatures average between 11ºC (52ºF) and 21ºC (70ºF) then.
Explore more of Egypt
You've visited Alexandria, now it's time to explore other corners of Egypt. Travel about 177 kilometres south-east to Cairo to tick off its leading sights. From Gizeh Plateau to TUTANKHAMUN'S TREASURE and River Nile, your itinerary will be busy.
If you want to check out another side of Egypt, head for Giza, about 177 kilometres south-east of Alexandria. Great Sphinx of Giza, Great Pyramid of Giza and Khufu Pyramid are key reasons to visit.
