Traveling from Montpellier Mediterranee Airport (MPL) to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH): what you need to know
Book a direct flight from Montpellier Mediterranee Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 2 hours 45 minutes.
Athens's timezone is UTC+2, which makes Athens one hour ahead of Montpellier.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your MPL to ATH flight.
During popular months like July, you'll want to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight when you travel during peak periods in general.
Flying into Athens (and then seeing more of Greece!) is easy with Transavia France. This popular airline has direct flights from Montpellier Mediterranee Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport.
The airline that serves the most passengers on this route is Transavia France.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Montpellier Mediterranee Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Here are some options between MPL and ATH:
Charles de Gaulle Airport
Copenhagen Airport
London Gatwick Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Montpellier Mediterranee Airport (MPL) to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Montpellier Mediterranee Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport flight is $80. A return fare is currently $162. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
Book nine months before your departure date. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from MPL to ATH.
The cheapest month for flights from Montpellier Mediterranee Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport is August. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have a flexible travel schedule.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from MPL to ATH by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when a new discounted fare appears.
Secure the ideal flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Montpellier Mediterranee Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by departure and arrival times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Montpellier Mediterranee Airport (MPL)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Montpellier Mediterranee Airport, data shows 72.45% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
To reach Montpellier Mediterranee Airport from central Montpellier, it'll take around 20 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 11 kilometers from the airport to the city center.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a journey time of around 1 hour.
Catching an early flight from Montpellier Mediterranee Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these hotels near MPL:
Arriving at Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a Montpellier Mediterranee Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near ATH instead:
Grab an Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport rental car and explore Athens and beyond with your own set of wheels. Centauro, Green Motion and Surprice are top providers you can book with here.
Reserving your ride from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport about three weeks ahead increases your chances of getting a good deal.
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 get to the center driving.
When traveling by public transport, expect a journey of around 1 hour.
When to fly to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
The quietest month for a flight from Montpellier Mediterranee Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport is January, while July is the most popular. Choose the best time to visit Athens based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
The warmest month in Athens is July, with temperatures ranging between 22ºC (72ºF) and 37ºC (99ºF). Lock in your flights from Montpellier Mediterranee Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
January sees average temperatures of between 4ºC (39ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF). Search for cheap tickets from MPL to ATH sometime then if you like traveling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Greece
Athens has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of Greece just waiting to be discovered. About 306 kilometers north of Athens, a visit to Thessaloniki will keep you on the go. 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 essential stop in Greece. Experience major highlights starting with Agioi Saranta, Saint George Orthodox Church and Second Ancient Theatre.