Traveling from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH): what you need to know
Athens's timezone is UTC+2, making Athens seven hours ahead of Dallas.
Your DFW to ATH flight won't wait if you're late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're traveling internationally.
You can expect longer lines in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Here's where you can stop between DFW and ATH:
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport
London Heathrow Airport
Dublin Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport flight is $249. A return fare is currently $579. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from DFW to ATH if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some terrific early bird deals.
If you're flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the cheapest price across every month when looking for a flight from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport.
Never miss a deal on cheap flights from DFW to ATH by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Tailor your flights with filters. Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport.
Handy information about Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
DFW is located at International Pkwy.
Of all flights leaving Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport, 73.22% arrive on time at their destination.
Central Dallas to Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport is around 32 kilometers. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 25 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
The journey when using public transport takes roughly 3 hours 55 minutes.
Need a handy hotel close to DFW? If you've booked an early flight from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
Reserve a hotel close to ATH if you're on a late Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport flight. Select one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with an Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Centauro, Green Motion or Surprice and see more of Athens and beyond.
Lock in the best possible rate by booking your vehicle from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport around three weeks before your departure date.
Getting from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) to central Athens
Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport is approximately 40 kilometers from the center of Athens. The drive time takes around 35 minutes.
Traveling to the center by public transport takes around 1 hour.
When to fly to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport. July is the most popular month to visit Athens. If you'd like a more low-key vibe, go in January.
The warmest month in Athens is July, with temperatures ranging between 22ºC (72ºF) and 37ºC (99ºF). Book your flights from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from DFW to ATH in January. Temperatures average between 4ºC (39ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF) then.
Explore more of Greece
Thessaloniki is just one of the many cities in Greece waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Athens. Around 306 kilometers away to the north, popular attractions include Arch of Galerius, Aristotelous Square and Museum of Byzantine Culture.
Larisa is another well-known destination in Greece and is around 209 kilometers north-west of Athens. No trip is complete without seeing Agioi Saranta, Saint George Orthodox Church and Second Ancient Theatre.