Flying from Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) to Glasgow: what you need to know
The timezone in Glasgow is UTC+0. The city is two hours behind Athens, where Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport is located.
Allow plenty of time to make your ATH to Glasgow flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as July, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're travelling during peak periods in general.
We make it a breeze to book plane tickets from ATH to Glasgow with a stopover. To see the options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, select a flight with a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Some popular stopovers include:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
The journey from central Athens to ATH takes around 40 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a taxi, you'll cover the 19 kilometres in 35 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Looking for a hotel close to ATH? If you're catching an early flight from Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Glasgow, these stays will get you from your pillow to the plane in no time:
When it comes to Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 76% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) to Glasgow
R 813 is currently the best price for a one-way Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Glasgow flight. A return plane ticket starts at R 1,898. These fares can change depending on demand and availability.
To pick up cheap flights from ATH to Glasgow, book as early as possible. Airlines tend to offer the most competitive fares when flights are first released.
If you have flexibility with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the cheapest price across each month when looking for a Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Glasgow ticket.
There's no need to check back constantly to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as there's an extra saving on cheap flights from ATH to Glasgow.
Tailor your trip with filters. Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Glasgow.
Airports in Glasgow
Glasgow Airport (GLA)
Glasgow Airport (GLA) is around 13 kilometres from the centre of Glasgow. If you're grabbing a taxi or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 20 minutes.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of about 30 minutes.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Glasgow. Check in to one of these accommodation options near GLA instead:
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your ride from Glasgow Airport about three weeks before your flight from ATH to Glasgow.
Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK)
The centre of Glasgow is around 48 kilometres from Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK). Once your flight from Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Glasgow has touched down and you've made your way to arrivals, the drive should take about 50 minutes.
The trip will take about 55 minutes on public transport.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and relax at a hotel close to PIK. Here are a few options where you can put your feet up after your ATH to Glasgow flight:
Avoid paying more than you need to. Securing your ride two weeks ahead of your arrival at PIK will help you stay within budget.
Best time to go to Glasgow
January is the quietest month for flights from Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Glasgow, while September is the busiest. Work out the best time to go to Glasgow based on whether you want a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
When booking your Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Glasgow plane ticket, think about the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. July is the warmest month in Glasgow, with temperatures ranging from 8ºC (46ºF) to 20ºC (68ºF).
January has average temperatures of between -1ºC (30ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF). Search for a cheap ticket from ATH to Glasgow around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Glasgow
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Glasgow right here. Explore these hotels after you've booked your flight from Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Glasgow:
All great journeys should include a little sightseeing. King's Theatre, Glasgow Cathedral and Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum are must-do's during your Glasgow adventure.
Explore more of the United Kingdom
Manchester is just one of the many cities in the United Kingdom waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Glasgow. Around 290 kilometres away to the southeast, its top attractions include Manchester United Museum & Stadium Tour, The Homes of Football and Museum of Science and Industry.
Around 402 kilometres southeast of Glasgow, Birmingham is another essential stop in the United Kingdom. Start your sightseeing at Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery, Birmingham Hippodrome Theatre and Bournville Experience.
