Flying from Santiago de Compostela Airport (SCQ) to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH): what you need to know
During popular months like July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.
If you want to break up your flight from Santiago de Compostela Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport, add a stopover to your trip. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to find a city that appeals to you. Popular stopovers on the SCQ - ATH route are:
Palma de Mallorca Airport
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport
Barcelona-El Prat Airport
Don't forget, you may need a visa to enter Greece. Visa regulations can differ and travel documentation requirements are constantly changing. Before reserving your cheap ticket from SCQ to ATH, be sure to check with your airline and your destination country's local consulate or embassy for the latest information.
How to find the cheapest flights from Santiago de Compostela Airport (SCQ) to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Santiago de Compostela Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport is 74 €. For a return flight on this route, the best price is 148 €. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
To find cheap tickets from SCQ to ATH, book in advance. Airlines generally offer lower prices when flights are first released.
If you can be flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll find the cheapest price across each month when searching for a ticket from Santiago de Compostela Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport.
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Handy information about Santiago de Compostela Airport (SCQ)
Travelling from central Santiago de Compostela to Santiago de Compostela Airport takes approximately 50 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 16 kilometres in 15 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to SCQ? If you've booked an early flight from Santiago de Compostela Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Santiago de Compostela Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport. Book 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 around 37 minutes.
It takes around 59 minutes to get there by public transport.
When to fly to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from Santiago de Compostela Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport. August is the most popular month to visit Athens. If you want a more relaxed vibe, go in February.
When reserving your flight from Santiago de Compostela Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport, think about the type of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Athens, with the temperature ranging from 22ºC to 37ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between 4ºC and 14ºC. Search for cheap tickets from SCQ to ATH sometime around then if you like cooler conditions.
More about Athens
As soon as you've locked in your flights from SCQ to ATH, you'll want to find somewhere to stay in Athens. Make one of these options your base for exploring this popular destination:
Museum of the Centre for the Acropolis Studies and Acropolis of Athens are just two of the popular attractions to put on your Athens itinerary. Continue your sightseeing adventures at The Parthenon.
Complete your Athens trip with hotels and a car rental
Once you've secured your cheap ticket to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport, explore the lowest prices and exclusive rates for hotels. You can also compare hundreds of car rental companies in one go to get the best car rental price for your Athens escape.