Travelling from Athens International Airport (ATH) to Sarajevo International Airport (SJJ): what you need to know
Sarajevo's timezone is UTC+1, which makes Sarajevo one hour behind Athens.
For a stress-free 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 SJJ flight.
Flying during a peak time such as August? Public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer queues at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Athens International Airport to Sarajevo International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Popular stopovers between ATH and SJJ include:
Istanbul Airport
Istanbul Sabiha Airport
Thessaloniki Airport
Handy information about Athens International Airport (ATH)
Of the departures from Athens International Airport, 76% arrive on time at their destination.
Central Athens to Athens International Airport is approximately 32 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 35 minutes to get there if you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a journey time of around 40 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to ATH? If you're boarding an early flight from Athens International Airport to Sarajevo International Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Sarajevo International Airport (SJJ)
The last thing you need is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Athens International Airport to Sarajevo International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near SJJ instead:
Go where the road takes you with a Sarajevo International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from 387rentacar, Carwiz or Goldcar and experience more of Sarajevo and beyond.
To get the lowest price, book your vehicle from Sarajevo International Airport about four weeks before your trip.
When to fly to Sarajevo International Airport (SJJ)
It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from Athens International Airport to Sarajevo International Airport. August is the busiest month to visit Sarajevo. If you like a quieter vibe, go in March.
Book your flight from Athens International Airport to Sarajevo International Airport for August if you'd like to go to Sarajevo during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 12ºC (54ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF).
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from ATH to SJJ in January. Temperatures average between -11ºC (12ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF) then.
Explore more of Bosnia and Herzegovina
Banja Luka is just one of the many places in Bosnia and Herzegovina waiting to be discovered after you've seen Sarajevo. Around 137 kilometres away to the north-west, popular attractions include Hot Springs, Museum of Republika Sprska and Botanical garden.
Around 56 kilometres north-west of Sarajevo, Zenica is another essential stop in Bosnia and Herzegovina. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Theme park "Bolero", Sahat Kula and Vranduk Fortress - Muzej Grada Zenice.