Flying from Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH): what you need to know
The timezone in Athens is UTC+2, which is three hours 30 minutes behind New Delhi.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Be at the airport on time to board your DEL to ATH flight.
Flying during a peak month like July? Public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer lines at check-in and security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or visit a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between DEL and ATH:
Dubai Airport
Hamad International Airport
Bahrain International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
187 € is currently the best price for a one-way Indira Gandhi International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport flight. Return flights start at 416 €. These prices may change depending on demand.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from DEL to ATH if you book ahead. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird discounts.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the lowest price in every month when searching for a flight from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport.
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Choose your preferred 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 Indira Gandhi International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport.
Handy information about Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL)
When it comes to Indira Gandhi International Airport's on-time performance, 67.17% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
Central New Delhi to Indira Gandhi International Airport is around 11 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 25 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
Expect a journey time of roughly 55 minutes on public transport.
Booked an early flight from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays close to DEL:
Arriving at Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Indira Gandhi International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near ATH instead:
Grab an Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport rental car and discover Athens and beyond with your own set of wheels. Centauro, Green Motion and Surprice are well-known companies to choose from here.
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your ride from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport around three weeks before your trip.
Getting from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) to central Athens
From Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport, Athens is approximately 40 kilometres away. It takes around 35 minutes to drive to the centre.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour.
When to fly to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
The quietest month for a flight from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport is January, while July is the busiest. Choose the best time to go to Athens based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
Before locking in your flight from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. 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 DEL to ATH around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Greece
Athens has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of Greece just waiting to be discovered. About 306 kilometres north of Athens, a trip to Thessaloniki will keep you busy. Check out popular attractions like Arch of Galerius, Aristotelous Square and Museum of Byzantine Culture.
If you're looking to explore another major stop in Greece, consider Larisa, about 209 kilometres north-west of Athens. Agioi Saranta, Saint George Orthodox Church and Second Ancient Theatre are key highlights.
