Flying from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) to Seoul: what you need to know
The timezone in Seoul is UTC+9. The city is seven hours ahead of Athens, where Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport is located.
Give yourself enough time to catch your ATH to Seoul flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
If you're jetting off during a bank holiday or another peak period, give yourself more time. A good general rule is two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Security and check-in lines will be longer.
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to break up your journey and possibly even tick off a new city. When searching for flight tickets from ATH to Seoul, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Here are some popular options to consider:
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ATH is about 19 kilometres from central Athens. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the travel time to be around 1 hour.
Have an early flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Seoul? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these hotels near ATH:
77.19% of flights departing from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport reach their destination on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) to Seoul
R 4,367 is currently the best price for a one-way Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Seoul flight. Return flight tickets start from R 8,807. These fares may change depending on availability and demand.
To pick up cheap flights from ATH to Seoul, book as early as you can. Airlines typically offer their most competitively priced fares when tickets are first released.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the cheapest price across every month when looking for your Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Seoul ticket.
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Airports in Seoul
Incheon International Airport (ICN)
From Incheon International Airport (ICN), central Seoul is roughly 48 kilometres away.
Getting to the centre by public transport typically takes 1 hour 45 minutes.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Seoul, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these hotels near ICN:
Begin your adventure by picking up an Incheon International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from WECAR, Hi Rent A Car or Alamo and experience the lesser-explored corners of Seoul and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from Incheon International Airport around four weeks before your flight from ATH to Seoul can help you lock in the lowest rate.
Gimpo International Airport (GMP)
Gimpo International Airport (GMP) is roughly 16 kilometres from the centre of Seoul. Check out your options for making your way into town after your flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Seoul has arrived.
If you're travelling on public transport, it'll take around 1 hour 5 minutes.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and unwind at a hotel near GMP. Here are a few options where you can settle in after your ATH to Seoul flight:
GOGO Rent a Car, Gogo Rental Car Seoul and Hi Rent A Car make picking up a Gimpo International Airport rental car quick and easy. These companies are located in or around the terminal and will have you on your way in a heartbeat.
Avoid potential price surges. Booking your ride one week ahead of your arrival at GMP can land you a better rate.
Best time to go to Seoul
Carefully consider your dates before booking your flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Seoul. The city comes alive in high season, but hotel rates are usually higher and major attractions can be crowded. Visit Seoul in the low season for a quieter vibe.
Book an Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Seoul flight ticket with a departure in August if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 19ºC (66ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
January has average temperatures of between -12ºC (10ºF) and 4ºC (39ºF). Search for a cheap ticket from ATH to Seoul around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Seoul
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Seoul right here. Browse these hotels as soon as you've locked in your flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Seoul:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be tricky to know where to begin. Bukchon Hanok Village, Gyeongbokgung Palace and N Seoul Tower are major attractions which should be on any good Seoul itinerary.
Explore more of South Korea
Seoul will leave a lasting impression, but there are so many other corners of South Korea you should also see. Around 322 kilometres south-east of Seoul, a visit to Busan will keep you on the go. Check out popular attractions like Haeundae Beach, Gamcheon Culture Village and Beomeosa Temple.
Daegu is another must-experience destination in South Korea and is around 241 kilometres south-east of Seoul. No journey is complete without experiencing Duryu Park People's Garden, E-World and Apsan Park.
