Flying from Los Angeles to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH): What you need to know
Put your holiday plans into action by considering where you'll catch your flight from Los Angeles to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH). Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) and Van Nuys Airport (VNY) are the two main airports in Los Angeles.
Around 12 hours 40 minutes is the usual time it takes for a direct Los Angeles to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport flight.
Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport is located in Athens. The city operates on the UTC+2 timezone and is nine hours ahead of Los Angeles.
For hassle-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to board your flight from Los Angeles to ATH.
Peak travel periods mean busier airports, so aim to get there even earlier. Give yourself at least two hours before a domestic flight and four hours for international journeys to stick to your schedule.
Airports in Los Angeles
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
You can book a direct flight from Los Angeles to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) departing from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX).
You can travel on a direct flight from Los Angeles to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport with Norse Atlantic Airways. This well-known airline offers services from LAX.
Norse Atlantic Airways sees the most traveller bookings for flights from LAX to ATH.
Think about adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Los Angeles to ATH. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX). Take a break from travelling at one of these popular options:
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
The journey from central Los Angeles to LAX takes around 55 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a cab, you'll cover the 32 kilometres in 30 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to Los Angeles International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Los Angeles to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping a quick hop from check-in:
81.05% of flights leaving Los Angeles International Airport land at their destination as planned. Given its strong performance rating, you're unlikely to be delayed when jetting out of LAX.
You'll find LAX at One World Way.
Van Nuys Airport (VNY)
Using public transport, you can travel from central Los Angeles to VNY in about 1 hour 40 minutes. The terminal is roughly 32 kilometres away, and making the journey by car takes approximately 35 minutes.
Taking off bright and early? Think about staying at one of these accommodation options near Van Nuys Airport the day before your Los Angeles to ATH flight:
About Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Los Angeles to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these hotels near ATH:
Grab an Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport rental car and explore Athens and beyond with your own set of wheels. Centauro, Green Motion and Surprice are top providers to choose from here.
To get the best deal, book your ride around three weeks ahead of your Los Angeles to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport flight.
Getting from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) to central Athens
Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport is around 40 kilometres from the centre of Athens. It takes around 35 minutes or so to drive to the city.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour.
How to find the cheapest flights from Los Angeles to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Los Angeles to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport is 218 €. For a return flight on this route, the best price is 377 €. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares could change.
Book five months before travelling. Research into pricing trends suggests this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from Los Angeles to ATH.
October is when you're most likely to land a good deal on a Los Angeles to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport ticket. If you're looking to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices across every month.
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The best time to fly from Los Angeles to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
February is the quietest month for flights from Los Angeles to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH), while August is the busiest. Find the ideal time to visit Athens based on whether you like a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Book a Los Angeles to ATH plane ticket departing in July if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Athens to range from 22ºC (72ºF) to 37ºC (99ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from Los Angeles to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 4ºC (39ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF).
More about Athens
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Athens right here. Explore these options after you've booked your flight from Los Angeles to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport:
Acropolis of Athens and The Parthenon are just the start of the leading attractions to put on your Athens itinerary. Keep the momentum going by heading to Erechtheion.
Explore more of Greece
You've visited Athens, now it's time to discover other corners of Greece. Travel around 225 kilometres north-west to Larisa to tick off its must-visit sights. From Ancient Theatre A to War Memorial and Larissa Ancient Ruins, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Around 306 kilometres north of Athens, Kalamaria is another essential stop in Greece. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Thetidos Park, Nautical Club of Thessaloniki and Kalamaria Marina Recreational Park.
