Flying from Tehran to Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH): What you need to know
Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport is located in Athens. The city runs on the UTC+2 timezone and is one hour 30 minutes behind Tehran.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your flight from Tehran to ATH.
During popular months like March, you'll want to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight when you fly during a peak period in general.
Airports in Tehran
Tehran Mehrabad International Airport (THR)
Located around 13 kilometers from central Tehran, THR can be reached in about 25 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport takes roughly 45 minutes.
Get your flight from Tehran to Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport off to a leisurely start. Just a quick ride from Tehran Mehrabad International Airport, spend the night at Tehran Grand Hotel and you'll be well-rested for the trip ahead.
Of all flights leaving Tehran Mehrabad International Airport, 55% land on schedule at their destination.
Tehran Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA)
Experience more along the way with a stopover on your flight from Tehran to Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport. Here's where you can connect between Tehran Imam Khomeini International Airport and ATH:
Istanbul Airport (IST)
Dubai International Airport (DXB)
Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
IKA is around 48 kilometers from central Tehran. It takes 1 hour 5 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city center. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour 30 minutes.
Get your trip started early by spending a night near Tehran Imam Khomeini International Airport before your Tehran to ATH flight. Convenient stays include Remis Hotel and Rexan Hotel.
Tehran Imam Khomeini International Airport has an on-time performance of 76%. This figure shows how frequently flights that depart from this airport make it to their destination on time.
About Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
Consider staying in a hotel close to ATH if you have a late flight from Tehran to Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport. Check in to one of these options and end the night sooner:
Booking your vehicle around three weeks ahead of your Tehran to Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport flight can help you score a better rate.
Getting from Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) to central Athens
The center of Athens is around 19 kilometers from Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport. Journey times by cab or car rental will vary depending on time of day and traffic conditions, so do some research before your trip.
When traveling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 40 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Tehran to Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Tehran to Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport is $196. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $504. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares could change.
To find cheap flights from Tehran to ATH, book ahead. Airlines generally offer their most competitively priced fares when tickets are first released.
If you can be flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the cheapest price across every month when searching for your Tehran to Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport ticket.
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The best time to fly from Tehran to Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Tehran to Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH). July is the peak month for travel to Athens. If you prefer a quieter vibe, go in January.
Before locking in your Tehran to ATH plane ticket, consider what kind of weather works for you. July is the warmest month in Athens, with temperatures ranging from 22ºC (72ºF) to 37ºC (99ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from Tehran to Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 4ºC (39ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF).
More about Athens
Start your Athens trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Tehran to Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport, check out our selection of accommodation options including:
Acropolis of Athens and The Parthenon are just two of the top-rated attractions to put on your Athens itinerary. Keep the sightseeing going at Erechtheion.
Explore more of Greece
Larisa is just one of the many places in Greece waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Athens. Around 225 kilometers away to the northwest, popular attractions include Larissa Ancient Ruins, Municipal Art Gallery of Larissa and The Church Of St. George.
Kalamaria is another sought-after destination in Greece and is around 306 kilometers north of Athens. No trip is complete without a visit to Macedonian Tomb Park, Kalamaria Marina Recreational Park and Hellenic Pharmaceutical Museum.
