Travelling from Stuttgart Airport (STR) to Athens International Airport (ATH): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Stuttgart Airport to Athens International Airport is 2 hours 35 minutes.
Athens is one hour ahead of Stuttgart and follows the UTC+2 timezone.
Every week, there are six Stuttgart Airport to Athens International Airport flights. If you'd like to be on board as soon as possible, go for the 06:00 Eurowings flight. If you're eager to make the most of your day before you fly, the last departure is at 20:35 with Aegean Airlines.
For a smooth journey, turn up 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 STR to ATH flight.
You can expect longer lines during popular months such as September. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will give you ample time for security and boarding.
Flying into Athens (and then seeing more of Greece!) is easy with Aegean Airlines. This popular airline offers direct flights from Stuttgart Airport to Athens International Airport.
Aegean Airlines is the airline most travellers choose for this route.
Eurowings is the most punctual carrier operating STR to ATH flights. An exceptional 80.0% of its services on this route land as scheduled.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Stuttgart Airport to Athens International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Popular stopovers between STR and ATH include:
Munich Airport
Vienna Airport
Belgrade Nikola Tesla Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Stuttgart Airport (STR) to Athens International Airport (ATH)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Stuttgart Airport to Athens International Airport flight is 49 €. A return ticket is currently 116 €. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
To pick up cheap tickets from STR to ATH, reserve your trip three months before your planned departure.
The cheapest month for flights from Stuttgart Airport to Athens International Airport is August. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have flexible travel dates.
Save time searching for cheap flights from STR to ATH by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when a lower fare becomes available.
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Handy information about Stuttgart Airport (STR)
When it comes to Stuttgart Airport's on-time performance, 78% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
Stuttgart Airport is about 11 kilometres from central Stuttgart. If you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The journey on public transport typically takes 25 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Stuttgart Airport to Athens International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to STR:
Arriving at Athens International Airport (ATH)
The last thing you need is a long trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Stuttgart Airport to Athens International Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near ATH instead:
Explore without limits with a Athens International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Centauro, Green Motion or Surprice and see more of Athens and beyond.
For the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Athens International Airport around three weeks before travelling.
When to fly to Athens International Airport (ATH)
It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from Stuttgart Airport to Athens International Airport. August is the most popular month to head to Athens. If you want a quieter vibe, go in March.
The warmest month in Athens is July, with temperatures ranging between 22ºC (72ºF) and 37ºC (99ºF). Lock in your flights from Stuttgart Airport to Athens International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
Search for cheap tickets from STR to ATH in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 4ºC (39ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF) on average.
Explore more of Greece
You've seen Athens, now it's time to explore other corners of Greece. Journey about 306 kilometres north to Thessaloniki to tick off its top sights. From Church of Agia Sofia to Archaeological Museum of Thessaloniki and Alexander the Great Statue, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
If you're eager to discover another corner of Greece, consider Larisa, about 209 kilometres north-west of Athens. Larissa Ancient Ruins, Municipal Art Gallery of Larissa and The Church Of St. George are key highlights.