Travelling from Medellin to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH): What you need to know
Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE) is Medellin's main airport. Check out your options for reserving a flight from Medellin to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) jetting off from here.
The timezone in Athens is UTC+2, which is seven hours ahead of Medellin. Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport is located in Athens.
For hassle-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your flight from Medellin to ATH.
In peak travel periods, allow for extended wait times and show up earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and up to four hours for international trips.
Airports in Medellin
Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE)
Stopovers are a great opportunity to visit a new city or just have a break during your journey. When looking for a cheap flight from Medellin to ATH, uncheck 'Direct flights only' to browse all potential stops. John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) is an option when you're setting off from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE).
To reach MDE from central Medellin, it takes about 35 minutes to drive the 24 kilometres or so.
Looking for a convenient hotel near Jose Maria Cordova International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Medellin to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping conveniently close to check-in:
Of the flights that depart from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport, 69.76% land on time at their destination.
Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport (EOH)
EOH is about 6 kilometres from central Medellin. It takes 15 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 30 minutes.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before boarding your Medellin to ATH flight? Unwind in a hotel near Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport before your break officially starts. These stays have your key waiting:
About Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
Have a late flight from Medellin to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport? Don't let it rob you of real rest. Stay at one of these hotels near ATH and be in snooze mode sooner:
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Booking your ride around three weeks in advance of your Medellin to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport flight can help you find the best deal.
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.
Travelling by public transport typically takes 1 hour.
How to find the cheapest flights from Medellin to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
At the moment, 383 € is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Medellin to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is 808 €. Remember fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Medellin to ATH if you book early. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird rates.
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The best time to fly from Medellin to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
It's time to decide your travel dates for your flight from Medellin to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH). August is the busiest month to travel to Athens. If you're all about a more relaxed kind of trip, think about going in February.
Lock in a Medellin to ATH plane ticket departing in July if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Athens to range from 22ºC (72ºF) to 37ºC (99ºF).
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Medellin to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport in January when temperatures are between 4ºC (39ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF).
More about Athens
Once you've booked your flight from Medellin to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport, find a hotel that's got location and comfort covered. Make one of these options your base for exploring Athens:
All great holidays should include some sightseeing. Acropolis of Athens, The Parthenon and Erechtheion are attractions you won't want to skip in Athens.
Explore more of Greece
You've done Athens, now it's time to explore more of Greece. Travel around 225 kilometres north-west to Larisa to check off its leading sights. From Ancient Theatre A to War Memorial and Larissa Ancient Ruins, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
If you're looking to explore another major stop in Greece, head for Kalamaria, about 306 kilometres north of Athens. Thetidos Park, Nautical Club of Thessaloniki and Kalamaria Marina Recreational Park are key highlights.