Travelling from Jacksonville International Airport (JAX) to Athens International Airport (ATH): what you need to know
Athens is seven hours ahead of Jacksonville and is in the UTC+2 timezone.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Be at the airport on time to catch your JAX to ATH flight.
Flying during a peak time such as July? Public holidays and other popular periods can result in longer lines at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
If you'd like to explore another city along the way, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Jacksonville International Airport to Athens International Airport. These are the top stopovers between JAX and ATH:
Chicago O'Hare International Airport
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport
Washington Dulles Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Jacksonville International Airport (JAX) to Athens International Airport (ATH)
At the moment, 245 € is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Jacksonville International Airport to Athens International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is 630 €. Remember that fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from JAX to ATH if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird deals.
Getting cheap flights from Jacksonville International Airport to Athens International Airport is easier if you're flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the best prices throughout the month and snap up a great deal.
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Handy information about Jacksonville International Airport (JAX)
The address for JAX is 2400 Yankee Clipper Drive.
81% of flights leaving Jacksonville International Airport land at their destination on time. Given its strong performance rating, you're unlikely to be delayed when taking off from JAX.
To get to Jacksonville International Airport from central Jacksonville, it'll take around 25 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 29 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Taking public transport? Expect a journey time of around 1 hour 15 minutes.
Looking for a handy hotel close to JAX? If you've booked an early flight from Jacksonville International Airport to Athens International Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Athens International Airport (ATH)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Jacksonville International Airport to Athens International Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near ATH instead:
Travel at your own speed with a Athens International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Centauro, Green Motion or Surprice and experience more of Athens and beyond.
Lock in the best possible rate by booking your ride from Athens International Airport about three weeks ahead of your departure.
Getting from Athens International Airport (ATH) to central Athens
From Athens International Airport, Athens is approximately 32 kilometres away. It takes around 35 minutes to reach the centre by car.
Travelling to the centre on public transport typically takes 40 minutes.
When to fly to Athens International Airport (ATH)
The quietest month for a flight from Jacksonville International Airport to Athens International Airport is March, while August is the most popular. Pick the best time to visit Athens based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
Lock in your flight from Jacksonville International Airport to Athens International Airport for July if you'd like to visit Athens during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 22ºC (72ºF) and 37ºC (99ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from JAX to ATH in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 4ºC (39ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF) on average.
Explore more of Greece
Athens has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of Greece you should also see. Around 306 kilometres north of Athens, a trip to Thessaloniki will keep your itinerary packed. Check out popular attractions like Church of Agia Sofia, Archaeological Museum of Thessaloniki and Alexander the Great Statue.
Larisa is another favourite destination in Greece and is around 209 kilometres north-west of Athens. No journey is complete without experiencing Larissa Ancient Ruins, Municipal Art Gallery of Larissa and The Church Of St. George.