Travelling from Leeds Bradford International Airport (LBA) to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH): what you need to know
Athens's timezone is UTC+2, which makes Athens two hours ahead of Leeds.
Your LBA to ATH flight won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
During popular months like August, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're travelling during peak periods in general.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Leeds Bradford International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Popular stopovers between LBA and ATH include:
Skiathos Airport
Kefallinia Airport
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Leeds Bradford International Airport (LBA) to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
46 € is currently the best price for a one-way Leeds Bradford International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport flight. A return flight starts from 98 €. These prices can change depending on availability and demand.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from LBA to ATH, book ahead. Airlines tend to offer lower prices when flights are first released.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll find the cheapest price in each month when looking for a flight from Leeds Bradford International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport.
Finding cheap flights from LBA to ATH is a breeze with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know when a new discounted fare appears.
Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Leeds Bradford International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport.
Handy information about Leeds Bradford International Airport (LBA)
68.63% of flights leaving from Leeds Bradford International Airport make it to their destination on schedule.
Central Leeds to Leeds Bradford International Airport is around 14 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 30 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
Taking public transport? Expect a trip time of around 45 minutes.
Get your journey off to a hassle-free start by staying near LBA. Whether you're catching an early flight from Leeds Bradford International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays are the answer:
Arriving at Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
The last thing you want is a long trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a Leeds Bradford International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near ATH instead:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up an Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Centauro, Green Motion or Surprice and explore beyond Athens's usual tourist stops.
Reserving 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 is roughly 40 kilometres from central Athens. Driving there takes about 35 minutes.
It typically takes 1 hour to get there using public transport.
When to fly to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
It's time to choose your trip dates for your flight from Leeds Bradford International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport. July is the busiest month to head to Athens. If you like a more low-key vibe, go in January.
When booking your flight from Leeds Bradford International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Athens, with the temperature ranging from 22ºC (72ºF) to 37ºC (99ºF).
January has average temperatures of between 4ºC (39ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF). Look for cheap tickets from LBA to ATH sometime around then if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of Greece
You've done Athens, now it's time to discover more of Greece. Journey about 306 kilometres north to Thessaloniki to check off its popular sights. From Arch of Galerius to Aristotelous Square and Museum of Byzantine Culture, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
If there's time to check out another major destination in Greece, consider Larisa, roughly 209 kilometres north-west of Athens. Agioi Saranta, Saint George Orthodox Church and Second Ancient Theatre are among its highlights.