Flying from Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER) to Athens International Airport (ATH): what you need to know
Book a direct flight from Berlin Brandenburg Airport to Athens International Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 2 hours 45 minutes.
Athens's timezone is UTC+2, which makes Athens one hour ahead of Berlin.
There are 20 Berlin Brandenburg Airport to Athens International Airport flights every week.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your BER to ATH flight.
During popular months like September, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights when you travel during peak periods in general.
The airline that serves the most passengers on this route is Aegean Airlines.
The carrier with the most consistent on-time arrival rate for BER to ATH flights is SKY express.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Berlin Brandenburg Airport to Athens International Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Here are some options between BER and ATH:
Frankfurt am Main Airport
Munich Airport
Vienna Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER) to Athens International Airport (ATH)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Berlin Brandenburg Airport to Athens International Airport flight is R 853. A round-trip plane ticket is currently R 1,781. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
Score cheap tickets from BER to ATH by booking three months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.
August is the cheapest month for flights from Berlin Brandenburg Airport to Athens International Airport. If you're looking to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares across every month.
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Lock in the ideal flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Berlin Brandenburg Airport to Athens International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by departure and arrival times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER)
77% of flights that leave from Berlin Brandenburg Airport make it to their destination on time.
To reach Berlin Brandenburg Airport from central Berlin, it'll take around 35 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 27 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The trip when using public transport takes roughly 35 minutes.
Get your trip off to a relaxed start by staying near BER. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Berlin Brandenburg Airport to Athens International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are the answer:
Arriving at Athens International Airport (ATH)
If you're coming in on a late Berlin Brandenburg Airport to Athens International Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of being near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed not long after at one of these hotels near ATH:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Athens International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Centauro, Green Motion or Surprice to explore Athens and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from Athens International Airport around three weeks ahead can help you get the lowest rate.
When to fly to Athens International Airport (ATH)
August is the most popular month for flights from Berlin Brandenburg Airport to Athens International Airport. To escape the crowds, head to Athens in March.
The warmest month in Athens is July, with temperatures ranging between 22ºC (72ºF) and 37ºC (99ºF). Lock in your flights from Berlin Brandenburg Airport to Athens International Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from BER to ATH in January. Temperatures average between 4ºC (39ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF) then.
Explore more of Greece
You've seen Athens, now it's time to explore other parts of Greece. Journey around 306 kilometres north to Thessaloniki to tick off its top attractions. From Church of Agia Sofia to Archaeological Museum of Thessaloniki and Alexander the Great Statue, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
If you're eager to discover another major stop in Greece, consider Larisa, roughly 209 kilometres north-west of Athens. Larissa Ancient Ruins, Municipal Art Gallery of Larissa and The Church Of St. George are among its highlights.
