Travelling from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Zurich Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport is 2 hours 36 minutes. Athens's timezone is UTC+2, which makes Athens 1 hour ahead of Zurich.
Take your pick of 43 weekly flights from Zurich Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport. The 06:10 departure with SWISS is the earliest you can take between ZRH and ATH. SWISS operates the latest service of the day at 21:20 if early mornings aren't your thing.
Be prepared for bigger queues in popular months such as July and other peak periods. Arriving up to fours hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will give you ample time for security and boarding.
Aegean Airlines runs direct flights from Zurich Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport. Book with this popular airline, and get ready to check out the sights in Athens — and maybe even more of Greece if time allows.
Don't forget, you may need a visa to enter Greece. Visa regulations can vary and travel documentation requirements frequently change. Before booking your cheap ticket from ZRH to ATH, check with your carrier and your destination country's local embassy or consulate for current information.
How to find the cheapest flights from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
The best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Zurich Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport is 60 €. The cheapest price for a return flight is 121 €. Remember that fares can change due to availability when booking.
Get cheap tickets from ZRH to ATH by booking at least 1 month ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.
The cheapest month for tickets from Zurich Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport is September. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have flexible travel dates.
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Handy information about Zurich Airport (ZRH)
Travelling from central Zurich to Zurich Airport takes around 1 hour and 35 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a cab, you'll cover the 13 kilometres in 19 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
After a convenient hotel near ZRH? If you're catching an early flight from Zurich Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport, these stays will have you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
If you're on a late flight from Zurich Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these options near ATH:
Getting from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) to central Athens
From Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport, Athens is approximately 40 kilometres away. It takes around 37 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Getting to the centre by public transport takes about 59 minutes.
When to fly to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
August is the busiest month for flights from Zurich Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport. To skip the crowds, head to Athens in February.
The warmest month in Athens is July, with the temperature ranging between 22ºC and 37ºC. Book your flights from Zurich Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from ZRH to ATH in January. Temperatures average between 4ºC and 14ºC then.
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All great holidays should include some sightseeing. Museum of the Centre for the Acropolis Studies, Acropolis of Athens and The Parthenon are attractions you won't want to skip in Athens.
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