Traveling from Hurghada International Airport (HRG) to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH): what you need to know
Athens's timezone is UTC+2, which is the same as Hurghada.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your HRG to ATH flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
You'll likely experience bigger queues in popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
If you'd like to explore another city along the way, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Hurghada International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport. Here are the top stopovers between HRG and ATH:
Cairo International Airport
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport
Istanbul Ataturk Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Hurghada International Airport (HRG) to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Hurghada International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport flight is $105. A round-trip ticket right now is $186. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
It's often best to book in advance if you're looking for cheap tickets from HRG to ATH. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
If you're flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll find the lowest price across the month when looking for a flight from Hurghada International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport.
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Handy information about Hurghada International Airport (HRG)
Of all flights departing from Hurghada International Airport, 59.22% land on schedule at their destination.
To reach Hurghada International Airport from central Hurghada, it takes around 20 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 13 kilometers from the airport to the city center.
Get your travels off to a leisurely start by staying near HRG. Whether you've booked an early flight from Hurghada International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays have you covered:
Arriving at Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
The last thing you need is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Hurghada International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near ATH instead:
Pick up an Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport rental car and discover Athens and beyond with your own set of wheels. Centauro, Green Motion and Surprice are top outlets you can book with here.
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your vehicle from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport around three weeks before your departure date.
Getting from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) to central Athens
From Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport, Athens is approximately 40 kilometers away. It takes around 35 minutes to reach the center by car.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey of roughly 1 hour.
When to fly to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
It's time to work out your dates for your flight from Hurghada International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport. July is the busiest month to visit Athens. If you'd like a more low-key vibe, go in January.
Book your flight from Hurghada International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport for July if you want to visit Athens during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 22ºC (72ºF) and 37ºC (99ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 4ºC (39ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF). Search for cheap tickets from HRG to ATH around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Greece
You've seen Athens, now it's time to discover more of Greece. Journey around 306 kilometers north to Thessaloniki to check off its popular sights. From Arch of Galerius to Aristotelous Square and Museum of Byzantine Culture, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
If there's time to check out another major destination in Greece, head for Larisa, about 209 kilometers north-west of Athens. Agioi Saranta, Saint George Orthodox Church and Second Ancient Theatre are key reasons to visit.