Traveling from Baton Rouge Ryan Airport (BTR) to Athens International Airport (ATH): what you need to know
The timezone in Athens is UTC+2, which is eight hours ahead of Baton Rouge.
To ensure you get on your BTR to ATH flight, leave enough time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Traveling during a peak month like October? School holidays and other popular seasons can result in longer queues at airport checkpoints. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
If you want to discover a different city along the way, consider a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Baton Rouge Ryan Airport to Athens International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport is a popular stop between BTR and ATH.
Handy information about Baton Rouge Ryan Airport (BTR)
You'll find BTR at 9430 Jackie Cochran Drive.
81% of flights leaving Baton Rouge Ryan Airport touch down at their destination according to schedule. With its strong on-time performance, you're unlikely to face delays when setting off from BTR.
Central Baton Rouge to Baton Rouge Ryan Airport is around 13 kilometers. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Expect a journey time of roughly 45 minutes when using public transport.
Booked an early flight from Baton Rouge Ryan Airport to Athens International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays near BTR:
Arriving at Athens International Airport (ATH)
If you're getting in on a late Baton Rouge Ryan Airport to Athens International Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping shortly after at one of these accommodation options near ATH:
Pick up a Athens International Airport rental car and discover Athens and beyond with your own wheels. Centauro, Green Motion and Surprice are popular providers to choose from here.
Reserving your vehicle from Athens International Airport around three weeks in advance can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from Athens International Airport (ATH) to central Athens
Athens International Airport is approximately 32 kilometers from central Athens. Driving there takes about 35 minutes.
It takes roughly 40 minutes if you're using public transport.
When to fly to Athens International Airport (ATH)
August is the most popular month for flights from Baton Rouge Ryan Airport to Athens International Airport. To escape the crowds, head to Athens in March.
The warmest month in Athens is July, with temperatures ranging between 22ºC (72ºF) and 37ºC (99ºF). Lock in your flights from Baton Rouge Ryan Airport to Athens International Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
Look for cheap tickets from BTR to ATH in January if you like traveling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 4ºC (39ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF) on average.
Explore more of Greece
You've visited Athens, now it's time to explore more of Greece. Journey around 306 kilometers north to Thessaloniki to check off its must-visit sights. From Church of Agia Sofia to Archaeological Museum of Thessaloniki and Alexander the Great Statue, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
If you're eager to discover another corner of Greece, consider Larisa, about 209 kilometers north-west of Athens. Larissa Ancient Ruins, Municipal Art Gallery of Larissa and The Church Of St. George are key reasons to visit.
