Flying from Charleston Airport (CHS) to Athens International Airport (ATH): what you need to know
Athens is seven hours ahead of Charleston and observes the UTC+2 timezone.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably catch your CHS to ATH flight.
During popular months like July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Charleston Airport to Athens International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Stopovers between CHS and ATH include:
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Handy information about Charleston Airport (CHS)
79% of flights that depart Charleston Airport arrive at their destination on time.
Charleston Airport is around 19 kilometres from central Charleston. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
You can expect a journey time of about 50 minutes when using public transport.
Taking an early flight from Charleston Airport to Athens International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels near CHS:
Arriving at Athens International Airport (ATH)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Charleston Airport to Athens International Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near ATH instead:
Travel at your own speed with a Athens International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Centauro, Green Motion or Surprice and experience more of Athens and beyond.
Lock in the best deal by booking your vehicle from Athens International Airport about three weeks before your travel date.
When to fly to Athens International Airport (ATH)
It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from Charleston Airport to Athens International Airport. August is the busiest month to visit Athens. If you'd like a more low-key vibe, go in March.
When reserving your flight from Charleston Airport to Athens International Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Athens, with the temperature ranging from 22ºC (72ºF) to 37ºC (99ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from CHS to ATH in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 4ºC (39ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF) on average.
Explore more of Greece
Thessaloniki is just one of the many places in Greece waiting to be discovered once you've seen Athens. Around 306 kilometres away to the north, popular attractions include Church of Agia Sofia, Archaeological Museum of Thessaloniki and Alexander the Great Statue.
If you're eager to discover another great destination in Greece, head for Larisa, about 209 kilometres north-west of Athens. Larissa Ancient Ruins, Municipal Art Gallery of Larissa and The Church Of St. George are key reasons to visit.
