Traveling from Bagdogra Airport (IXB) to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH): what you need to know
Athens's timezone is UTC+2, which makes Athens three hours 30 minutes behind Bagdogra.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your IXB to ATH flight.
Traveling during a peak month such as July? School holidays and other high seasons can mean longer lines at security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
How to find the cheapest flights from Bagdogra Airport (IXB) to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
At the moment, $278 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Bagdogra Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $706. Remember that fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from IXB to ATH, book ahead. Airlines typically offer lower prices when flights are first released.
Finding cheap flights from Bagdogra Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport is easy if you're flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the lowest prices across the month and bag a great deal.
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Handy information about Bagdogra Airport (IXB)
When it comes to Bagdogra Airport's on-time performance, data shows 73.66% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
Bagdogra Airport is around 5 kilometers from central Bagdogra. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the center, it'll take you 10 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
You can expect a trip time of around 40 minutes on public transport.
Get your journey off to a leisurely start by staying near IXB. Whether you're catching an early flight from Bagdogra Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays have you covered:
Arriving at Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
Consider staying in a hotel near ATH if you're on a late Bagdogra Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport flight. Settle into one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Pick up an Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport rental car and explore Athens and beyond with your own wheels. Centauro, Green Motion and Surprice are popular outlets to choose from here.
Booking your ride from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport about three weeks in advance gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
Getting from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) to central Athens
Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to the center of Athens has a drive time of about 35 minutes. It's approximately 40 kilometers away.
Getting there by public transport will take you around 1 hour.
When to fly to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
July is the busiest month for flights from Bagdogra Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport. To avoid the crowds, head to Athens in January.
When booking your flight from Bagdogra Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Athens, with the temperature ranging from 22ºC (72ºF) to 37ºC (99ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from IXB to ATH in January if you like traveling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 4ºC (39ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF) on average.
Explore more of Greece
Athens has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of Greece waiting to be discovered. Around 306 kilometers north of Athens, a visit to Thessaloniki will keep you on the move. Don't miss top attractions like Arch of Galerius, Aristotelous Square and Museum of Byzantine Culture.
Around 209 kilometers north-west of Athens, Larisa is another favorite stop in Greece. Experience major highlights starting with Agioi Saranta, Saint George Orthodox Church and Second Ancient Theatre.
