Travelling from Esenboga International Airport (ESB) to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH): what you need to know
During popular months such as July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights when you travel during a peak period in general.
If you'd like a stopover for your flight from Esenboga International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' and look through your options. Here are the most popular stopovers between ESB and ATH:
Izmir Adnan Menderes Airport
Istanbul Ataturk Airport
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport
Before organising your cheap ticket from ESB to ATH, check whether you need a visa to enter Greece. Visa and travel document requirements may vary and are updated often. To get the latest information, contact the nearest embassy or consulate of the country you're flying to.
How to find the cheapest flights from Esenboga International Airport (ESB) to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
The best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Esenboga International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport is 62 €. The cheapest price for a return flight is 136 €. Keep in mind that fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from ESB to ATH if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird rates.
If you're willing to be flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the lowest price in each month when searching for a ticket from Esenboga International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport.
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Handy information about Esenboga International Airport (ESB)
Located around 27 kilometres from the centre of Ankara, Esenboga International Airport can be reached in approximately 36 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport takes roughly 1 hour and 4 minutes.
Have an early flight from Esenboga International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays near ESB:
Arriving at Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Esenboga International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport. Reserve one of these accommodation options near ATH instead:
Getting from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) to central Athens
Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport is approximately 40 kilometres from central Athens. With a car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is about 37 minutes.
Getting there by public transport takes around 59 minutes.
When to fly to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
August is the busiest month for flights from Esenboga International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport. To avoid the crowds, head to Athens in February.
The warmest month in Athens is July, with the temperature ranging between 22ºC and 37ºC. Lock in your flights from Esenboga International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
Search for cheap tickets from ESB to ATH in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 4ºC and 14ºC on average.
More about Athens
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you can find the most popular stays in Athens right here. Explore these options as soon as you've booked your flight from ESB to ATH:
Every great adventure has to include some sightseeing. Museum of the Centre for the Acropolis Studies, Acropolis of Athens and The Parthenon are essential stops on your Athens itinerary.
Complete your Athens trip with hotels and a car rental
Comparing flights is not the only thing we do. Once you've secured your cheap ticket to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport, explore our great car rental offers that'll give you the flexibility to see the sights at your own pace. Next, take a look at our exclusive rates for hotels to find the ideal Athens stay.