Travelling from Hamburg to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH): What you need to know
Hamburg is home to two main airports where you can start your adventure. Check out your options for reserving a flight from Hamburg to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) flying out of Hamburg Airport (HAM) or Luebeck-Blankensee Airport (LBC).
Expect to be travelling for 3 hours. On average, that's the duration of a direct Hamburg to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport flight.
Athens is one hour ahead of Hamburg. Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport is located in Athens, which is in the UTC+2 timezone.
The most popular route is from Hamburg Airport (HAM) to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH). Take your pick of 6 direct services every week. Aegean Airlines operates a 11:05am departure between HAM and ATH.
To ensure you catch your flight from Hamburg to ATH, leave enough time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Longer lines at check-in and security are likely if you're jetting off during high season, so allow some extra wiggle room. The recommendation for peak times? Get there up to four hours ahead for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
Airports in Hamburg
Hamburg Airport (HAM)
You can take a direct flight from Hamburg to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) departing from Hamburg Airport (HAM).
When leaving from HAM, you can catch a direct flight from Hamburg to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport with Aegean Airlines.
The airline most travellers choose when flying between HAM and ATH is Aegean Airlines.
The carrier with the most reliable on-time performance on this route is Aegean Airlines. Its services land as planned 66.67% of the time.
Located around 11 kilometres from central Hamburg, HAM can be reached in about 30 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport takes roughly 1 hour 25 minutes.
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Of the flights that depart from Hamburg Airport, 75.01% touch down on time at their destination.
Luebeck-Blankensee Airport (LBC)
On public transport, you can travel from central Hamburg to LBC in around 1 hour 30 minutes. The airport is roughly 80 kilometres away, and getting there by car will take approximately 1 hour.
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About Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
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Getting from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) to central Athens
From Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport, central Athens is around 40 kilometres away. It takes about 35 minutes to reach the city centre by car.
It takes around 1 hour to get there using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Hamburg to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Hamburg to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport is 51 €. For a return flight on this route, the best price is 92 €. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares may change.
Book ten months before flying. Research into pricing trends suggests this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from Hamburg to ATH.
The best month for finding cheap Hamburg to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport tickets is March. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare prices, then select the dates with the lowest fares.
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The best time to fly from Hamburg to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
February is the quietest month for flights from Hamburg to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH), while August is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to visit Athens based on whether you like a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
The warmest month in Athens is July, with temperatures ranging between 22ºC (72ºF) and 37ºC (99ºF). Book your Hamburg to ATH plane ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
January sees temperatures of between 4ºC (39ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF). Look for cheap tickets from Hamburg to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Athens
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There are so many things to do and see in this city, it can be tricky to know where to start. Acropolis of Athens, The Parthenon and Erechtheion are top sights which should feature on any good Athens itinerary.
Explore more of Greece
You've visited Athens, now it's time to discover more of Greece. Travel about 225 kilometres north-west to Larisa to tick off its top attractions. From Ancient Theatre A to War Memorial and Larissa Ancient Ruins, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Kalamaria is another essential stop in Greece and is around 306 kilometres north of Athens. No journey is complete without experiencing Thetidos Park, Nautical Club of Thessaloniki and Kalamaria Marina Recreational Park.