Travelling from Athens International Airport (ATH) to Craiova Airport (CRA): what you need to know
Around 1 hour 40 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Athens International Airport to Craiova Airport.
Craiova's timezone is UTC+2, which is the same as Athens.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to board your ATH to CRA flight.
You can expect longer queues during popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
Wizz Air Malta is your gateway to discovering Craiova (and perhaps some other exciting parts of Romania!). Check out the direct flights from Athens International Airport to Craiova Airport offered by this airline.
The airline most travellers prefer to fly with on this route is Wizz Air Malta.
How to find the cheapest flights from Athens International Airport (ATH) to Craiova Airport (CRA)
R 234 is the best price for a one-way Athens International Airport to Craiova Airport flight. A return flight starts from R 540. These prices can change based on availability and demand.
It's usually best to book ahead of time if you're looking for cheap tickets from ATH to CRA. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Athens International Airport to Craiova Airport across the month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your dates aren't set in stone.
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Handy information about Athens International Airport (ATH)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Athens International Airport, data shows 76% of flights complete their journey on time.
Athens International Airport is about 32 kilometres from central Athens. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 35 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Expect a journey time of about 40 minutes on public transport.
Looking for a handy hotel near ATH? If you're boarding an early flight from Athens International Airport to Craiova Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Craiova Airport (CRA)
Consider staying in a hotel close to CRA if you're on a late Athens International Airport to Craiova Airport flight. Settle into one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Pick up a Craiova Airport rental car and explore Craiova and beyond with your own set of wheels. Klass Wagen, Pricecarz and Autonom are top outlets you can book with here.
To secure the lowest price, book your ride from Craiova Airport about one week in advance.
Getting from Craiova Airport (CRA) to central Craiova
Craiova Airport is roughly 8 kilometres from central Craiova. The drive time takes about 15 minutes.
Travelling to the centre on public transport takes about 25 minutes.
When to fly to Craiova Airport (CRA)
The quietest month for a flight from Athens International Airport to Craiova Airport is December, while June is the most popular. Pick the best time to go to Craiova based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Lock in your flight from Athens International Airport to Craiova Airport for August if you'd like to visit Craiova during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 17ºC (63ºF) and 35ºC (95ºF).
January has average temperatures of between -9ºC (16ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF). Look for cheap tickets from ATH to CRA around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of Romania
Craiova has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of Romania just waiting to be explored. About 177 kilometres east of Craiova, a trip to Bucharest will keep your itinerary busy. Check out popular attractions like Caru' cu Bere, National Bank of Romania Museum and Museum of the Palace of the Parliament.
If you want to check out another major destination in Romania, head for Iasi, about 434 kilometres north-east of Craiova. Galata Monastery, The Catholic Cathedral Saint Mary and Monastery of the Three Holy Hierarchs are among its highlights.
