Travelling from Athens International Airport (ATH) to Palermo Airport (PMO): what you need to know
Around 1 hour 50 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Athens International Airport to Palermo Airport.
The timezone in Palermo is UTC+1, which is one hour behind Athens.
Leave enough time to make your ATH to PMO flight. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as August, you'll want to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights when you travel during peak periods in general.
Volotea offers direct flights from Athens International Airport to Palermo Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to discover the sights in Palermo — and maybe even more of Italy if your schedule allows.
Volotea is the top choice for travellers on this route.
Aegean Airlines is the most punctual carrier offering ATH to PMO flights.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Athens International Airport to Palermo Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to visit the city of your choice. Stopovers between ATH and PMO include:
Rome Fiumicino Airport
Bari Airport
Santorini (Thira) Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Athens International Airport (ATH) to Palermo Airport (PMO)
R 750 is the best price for a one-way Athens International Airport to Palermo Airport flight. Return flights start from R 1,522. These fares may change depending on demand and availability.
It's usually smart to book early if you want to get cheap tickets from ATH to PMO. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Athens International Airport to Palermo Airport. If you need to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for every month.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from ATH to PMO by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a special offer becomes available.
Tailor your flights using filters. Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Athens International Airport to Palermo Airport.
Handy information about Athens International Airport (ATH)
76% of flights that depart Athens International Airport land at their destination 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 you 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The trip when using public transport takes roughly 40 minutes.
Get your trip off to a leisurely start by staying near ATH. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Athens International Airport to Palermo Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Arriving at Palermo Airport (PMO)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a Athens International Airport to Palermo Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near PMO instead:
Travel at your own pace with a Palermo Airport rental car. Book your wheels from ECH, U-Save or Felirent and see more of Palermo and beyond.
Secure the lowest price by reserving your ride from Palermo Airport about four weeks before your travel date.
When to fly to Palermo Airport (PMO)
It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from Athens International Airport to Palermo Airport. August is the busiest month to head to Palermo. If you like a quieter vibe, go in March.
The warmest month in Palermo is July, with temperatures ranging between 21ºC (70ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF). Lock in your flights from Athens International Airport to Palermo Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
Search for cheap tickets from ATH to PMO in February if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 6ºC (43ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF) on average.
Explore more of Italy
Palermo has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of Italy you'll want to see. Around 434 kilometres north of Palermo, a trip to Rome will keep your itinerary packed. Start with attractions like Vatican Museums, St. Peter's Basilica and Saint Peter's Square.
Around 322 kilometres north of Palermo, Naples is another favourite stop in Italy. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Piazza del Plebiscito, Naples National Archaeological Museum and Gulf of Naples.