Flying from Bahrain International Airport (BAH) to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH): what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Bahrain International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 4 hours 25 minutes.
Athens is one hour behind Manama and follows the UTC+2 timezone.
Flights from BAH to ATH start from 01:15 — the earliest with Gulf Air. The last departure is at 09:45 with Gulf Air. Overall, there are ten weekly Bahrain International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport flights.
Your BAH to ATH flight won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
During popular months such as July, you'll want to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're flying during a high season in general.
Gulf Air has direct flights from Bahrain International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to tick off the sights in Athens — and maybe even more of Greece if you have time.
Gulf Air has the highest passenger demand on this route.
With an impressive 93.1% of services landing on schedule, Gulf Air is the most punctual carrier operating BAH to ATH flights.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Bahrain International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or even explore someplace new along the way. Here's where you can stop between BAH and ATH:
Larnaca International Airport
Cairo International Airport
King Khaled International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Bahrain International Airport (BAH) to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
115 € is currently the lowest price for a one-way Bahrain International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport flight. Return flights start at 242 €. These fares may change depending on demand.
To get cheap tickets from BAH to ATH, book your journey one month before your departure date.
December is the cheapest month for flights from Bahrain International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport. If you're looking to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares across every month.
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Handy information about Bahrain International Airport (BAH)
Bahrain International Airport maintains a solid on-time record, reducing the likelihood of delays. Departures from BAH arrive on schedule 85.53% of the time.
Bahrain International Airport is about 8 kilometres from central Manama. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
You can expect a journey time of around 45 minutes on public transport.
Booked an early flight from Bahrain International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these stays close to BAH:
Arriving at Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
If you're landing on a late Bahrain International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed not long after at one of these hotels near ATH:
Begin your adventure by picking up an Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Centauro, Green Motion or Surprice and experience the lesser-explored corners of Athens and beyond.
Booking your ride from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport around three weeks ahead boosts your odds of scoring a great price.
Getting from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) to central Athens
Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to the centre of Athens has a drive time of around 35 minutes. It's approximately 40 kilometres away.
Travelling by public transport will take you roughly 1 hour.
When to fly to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
July is the busiest month for flights from Bahrain International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport. To escape the crowds, travel to Athens in January.
When booking your flight from Bahrain International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport, think about the type of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Athens, with temperatures ranging from 22ºC (72ºF) to 37ºC (99ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from BAH to ATH in January. Temperatures average between 4ºC (39ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF) then.
Explore more of Greece
Thessaloniki is just one of the many cities in Greece waiting to be explored once you've seen Athens. Around 306 kilometres away to the north, popular attractions include Arch of Galerius, Aristotelous Square and Museum of Byzantine Culture.
If there's time to check out another well-known destination in Greece, consider Larisa, roughly 209 kilometres north-west of Athens. Agioi Saranta, Saint George Orthodox Church and Second Ancient Theatre are key reasons to visit.