Traveling from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport is 1 hour 30 minutes.
Athens's timezone is UTC+2, making Athens one hour behind Istanbul.
Every week, there are 18 Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport flights. If you want to be on board as soon as possible, take the 07:55 Pegasus flight. If you're eager to make the most of your day before flying, the last flight is at 18:40 with Pegasus.
Your SAW to ATH flight won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
You'll likely experience bigger queues during popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
Pegasus is your gateway to exploring Athens (and perhaps some other exciting parts of Greece!). Check out the direct flights from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport offered by this popular airline.
The airline that passengers book most often on this route is Pegasus.
With 67.68% of its services landing on schedule, Pegasus is the most punctual carrier operating SAW to ATH flights.
If you want to explore another city along the way, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between SAW and ATH:
Izmir Adnan Menderes Airport
Belgrad Nikola Tesla Airport
Sarajevo International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport flight is $45. A round-trip fare right now is $102. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
To find cheap tickets from SAW to ATH, book early. Airlines typically offer lower prices when flights are first made available.
Schedule your trip for November. That's the cheapest month for flights from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport. If you have flexibility with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfare across every month.
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Handy information about Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Sabiha Gokcen International Airport, 76.93% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Central Istanbul to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport is approximately 48 kilometers. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 55 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
The trip on public transport usually takes 1 hour 30 minutes.
Get your vacation off to a relaxed start by staying near SAW. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are perfect:
Arriving at Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near ATH instead:
Follow your own route with an Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Centauro, Green Motion or Surprice and chase adventure across Athens and beyond.
For the lowest price, book your ride from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport about three weeks in advance.
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 driving.
It takes roughly 1 hour when traveling by public transport.
When to fly to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
July is the busiest month for flights from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport. To avoid the crowds, go to Athens in January.
The warmest month in Athens is July, with the temperature ranging between 22ºC (72ºF) and 37ºC (99ºF). Lock in your flights from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
Look for cheap tickets from SAW 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
Thessaloniki is just one of the many cities in Greece waiting to be explored after you've experienced Athens. Around 306 kilometers away to the north, top sights here include 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 the best of this destination with a visit to Agioi Saranta, Saint George Orthodox Church and Second Ancient Theatre.