Travelling from Bourgas Airport (BOJ) to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH): what you need to know
Athens's timezone is UTC+2, which is the same as Burgas.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your BOJ to ATH flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
Flying during a peak month like July? School holidays and other popular periods can result in longer lines and delays at security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
If you'd like to add a stop to your trip, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Bourgas Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport. These are the top stopovers between BOJ and ATH:
Vaclav Havel Airport Prague
Katowice International Airport
Vienna International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Bourgas Airport (BOJ) to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Bourgas Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport flight is 88 €. A return plane ticket is currently 212 €. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
To pick up cheap tickets from BOJ to ATH, book ahead. Airlines generally offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first made available.
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Handy information about Bourgas Airport (BOJ)
Bourgas Airport gets high marks for on-time performance. 80.65% of flights that take off from BOJ reach their destination on time.
To reach Bourgas Airport from central Burgas, it'll take about 15 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 11 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Catching an early flight from Bourgas Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these hotels close to BOJ:
Arriving at Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
The last thing you need is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Bourgas Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near ATH instead:
Say yes to new adventures 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 vehicle from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport about three weeks in advance can help you get the best possible rate.
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.
Getting there by public transport typically takes 1 hour.
When to fly to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
It's time to plan your dates for your flight from Bourgas Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport. July is the most popular month to head to Athens. If you're after a more relaxed vibe, go in January.
The warmest month in Athens is July, with the temperature ranging between 22ºC (72ºF) and 37ºC (99ºF). Lock in your flights from Bourgas Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
Search for cheap tickets from BOJ to ATH in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 4ºC (39ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF) on average.
Explore more of Greece
Athens has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of Greece just waiting to be explored. Around 306 kilometres north of Athens, a trip to Thessaloniki will keep your itinerary busy. Don't miss top attractions like Arch of Galerius, Aristotelous Square and Museum of Byzantine Culture.
Around 209 kilometres north-west of Athens, Larisa is another favourite stop in Greece. Start your sightseeing at Agioi Saranta, Saint George Orthodox Church and Second Ancient Theatre.