Flying from Athens International Airport (ATH) to Ljubljana Airport (LJU): what you need to know
Around 2 hours 5 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Athens International Airport to Ljubljana Airport.
Ljubljana is one hour behind Athens and follows the UTC+1 timezone.
To ensure you get on your ATH to LJU flight, allow plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
During popular months like August, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.
Jetting into Ljubljana (and then seeing more of Slovenia!) is a snap with Aegean Airlines. This popular airline offers direct flights from Athens International Airport to Ljubljana Airport.
The majority of travellers choose to travel with Aegean Airlines on this route.
The carrier with the best on-time arrival rate for ATH to LJU flights is Aegean Airlines.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Athens International Airport to Ljubljana Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to visit the city of your choice. Worthwhile stopovers between ATH and LJU include:
Istanbul Airport
Munich Airport
Belgrade Nikola Tesla Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Athens International Airport (ATH) to Ljubljana Airport (LJU)
R 1,208 is currently the best price for a one-way Athens International Airport to Ljubljana Airport flight. A return flight starts from R 2,634. These fares can change depending on demand.
Get cheap tickets from ATH to LJU by booking one month ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for finding a bargain.
The cheapest month for flights from Athens International Airport to Ljubljana Airport is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have flexible travel dates.
Save time looking for cheap flights from ATH to LJU by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when a lower fare pops up.
Secure the perfect flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Athens International Airport to Ljubljana Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by departure and arrival times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Athens International Airport (ATH)
76% of flights leaving from Athens International Airport arrive at their destination on time.
To get to Athens International Airport from central Athens, it'll take about 35 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 32 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The journey on public transport will take about 40 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to ATH? If you've booked an early flight from Athens International Airport to Ljubljana Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Ljubljana Airport (LJU)
If you're landing on a late Athens International Airport to Ljubljana Airport flight, few things top the convenience of being close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be resting not long after at one of these options near LJU:
Grab a Ljubljana Airport rental car and explore Ljubljana and beyond with your own wheels. Garage Nr1, Carwiz and Avant Car are leading providers to choose from here.
Reserving your ride from Ljubljana Airport about one week ahead can help you get the best possible rate.
When to fly to Ljubljana Airport (LJU)
It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from Athens International Airport to Ljubljana Airport. August is the busiest month to visit Ljubljana. If you want a quieter vibe, go in March.
When booking your flight from Athens International Airport to Ljubljana Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Ljubljana, with temperatures ranging from 13ºC (55ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from ATH to LJU in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -7ºC (19ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF) on average.
Explore more of Slovenia
Maribor is just one of the many places in Slovenia waiting to be explored after you've seen Ljubljana. Around 105 kilometres away to the north-east, check out popular attractions including Mariborsko Pohorje Ski Resort, Mariborska promenada and Vetrinjski dvorec.
If you want to check out another major destination in Slovenia, consider Celje, about 64 kilometres east of Ljubljana. Celje Castle, Celje Cathedral of Saint Daniel and Prince's Palace are key reasons to visit.

