Flying from Victoria to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH): What you need to know
Victoria's main base, Victoria International Airport (YYJ), is where new adventures begin. Explore the departure options from here when planning your flight from Victoria to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH).
Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport is located in Athens. The city is in the UTC+2 timezone and is ten hours ahead of Victoria.
Your flight from Victoria to ATH won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
If you're heading away during a bank holiday or other peak period, give yourself extra time. Arrive two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Lines at security and check-in will be longer.
Airports in Victoria
Victoria International Airport (YYJ)
YYJ is around 27 kilometres from central Victoria. If you're catching a cab, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the travel time to be around 1 hour 25 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Victoria to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these stays close to Victoria International Airport:
When it comes to Victoria International Airport's on-time performance, 67.45% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.
Victoria Inner Harbour Airport (YWH)
On public transport, you can travel from central Victoria to YWH in around 10 minutes. The airport is roughly 2 kilometres away, and getting there by car takes approximately 5 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before boarding your Victoria to ATH flight? Check in to a hotel near Victoria Inner Harbour Airport before your holiday officially starts. These stays are calling your name:
About Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Victoria to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport. Stay at one of these accommodation options near ATH instead:
Get your adventure underway by picking up an Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Centauro, Green Motion or Surprice to explore Athens and beyond.
Booking your vehicle around three weeks in advance of your Victoria to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport flight can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) to central Athens
Central Athens is around 40 kilometres from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport and takes about 35 minutes to reach by car. Work out your options for getting into the city, whether that's with a car hire, cab or ride-share.
Travelling by public transport takes around 1 hour.
How to find the cheapest flights from Victoria to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Victoria to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport is 216 €. For a return flight on this route, the best price is 617 €. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares could change.
Booking in advance is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Victoria to ATH. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend on your ticket.
Cheap Victoria to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport tickets are easier to find when your dates are flexible. Try using the 'Whole month' search function to compare fares across each month and then fly out on the cheapest day.
There's no need to search every day to find out if prices have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as a lower fare pops up on plane tickets from Victoria to ATH.
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The best time to fly from Victoria to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
February is the quietest month for flights from Victoria to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH), while August is the most popular. Work out the ideal time to visit Athens based on whether you like a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
When booking your Victoria to ATH plane ticket, consider the weather you're most comfortable in. July is the warmest month in Athens, with temperatures ranging from 22ºC (72ºF) to 37ºC (99ºF).
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Victoria to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport in January when temperatures are between 4ºC (39ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF).
More about Athens
After booking your flight from Victoria to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport, find a hotel that puts you in a great location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Athens:
Every great adventure has to include some sightseeing. Acropolis of Athens, The Parthenon and Erechtheion are must-visits when exploring Athens.
Explore more of Greece
You've seen Athens, now it's time to discover other corners of Greece. Journey about 225 kilometres north-west to Larisa to check off its must-visit sights. From Ancient Theatre A to War Memorial and Larissa Ancient Ruins, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Around 306 kilometres north of Athens, Kalamaria is another favourite stop in Greece. No visit is complete without checking out Thetidos Park, Nautical Club of Thessaloniki and Kalamaria Marina Recreational Park.
