Travelling from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) to Vagar Airport (FAE): what you need to know
Your ATH to FAE flight won't wait if you're late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
Delays at check-in and security are likely if you're flying during high season, so allow a bit more breathing room. A good general rule for peak times? Arrive up to four hours early for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
Choose a stopover if you'd love to break up your flight. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to look at your options for tickets from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Vagar Airport. Copenhagen Airport is a popular stopover on the ATH to FAE route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) to Vagar Airport (FAE)
Right now, R 3,425 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Vagar Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is R 7,166. Bear in mind that fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
It's usually best to book early if you're looking for cheap tickets from ATH to FAE. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
If you're flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' search function. It'll show you the lowest price across the month when searching for a flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Vagar Airport.
Never miss a deal on cheap flights from ATH to FAE by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when a new discounted fare appears.
Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Vagar Airport.
Handy information about Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
Of the flights that depart from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport, 77.19% touch down on time at their destination.
Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport is about 40 kilometres from central Athens. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a trip time of around 1 hour.
Booked an early flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Vagar Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these stays close to ATH:
Arriving at Vagar Airport (FAE)
Reserve a hotel near FAE if you're on a late Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Vagar Airport flight. Settle into one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Vagar Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Alamo, Sixt or Budget and explore beyond Sorvagur's main sights.
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your ride from Vagar Airport about two weeks before your trip.
Getting from Vagar Airport (FAE) to central Sorvagur
From Vagar Airport, Sorvagur is approximately 2 kilometres away. It takes around 5 minutes to reach the centre by car.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey of around 30 minutes.
When to fly to Vagar Airport (FAE)
July is the busiest month for flights from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Vagar Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, go to Sorvagur in February.
Lock in your flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Vagar Airport for August if you want to visit Sorvagur during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 9ºC (48ºF) and 13ºC (55ºF).
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from ATH to FAE in February. Temperatures average between 1ºC (34ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF) then.
