Flying from North Front Airport (GIB) to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH): what you need to know
Athens is one hour ahead of Gibraltar and follows the UTC+2 timezone.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Get to the airport on time to board your GIB to ATH flight.
You can expect longer lines during popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
If you want to split up your journey, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from North Front Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport. These are the top stopovers between GIB and ATH:
London Gatwick Airport
London Heathrow Airport
Manchester Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from North Front Airport (GIB) to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
Right now, R 2,412 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way North Front Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is R 4,998. Bear in mind that fares can change due to demand when booking.
To pick up cheap tickets from GIB to ATH, book early. Airlines usually offer lower prices when flights are first released.
Finding cheap flights from North Front Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport is easy if you're flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the lowest fares across every month and bag a great deal.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from GIB to ATH by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a lower fare pops up.
Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from North Front Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport.
Handy information about North Front Airport (GIB)
When it comes to the on-time performance of North Front Airport, data shows 67.02% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
North Front Airport is around 3 kilometres from central Gibraltar. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 5 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The trip when using public transport will take about 15 minutes.
Get your travels off to a leisurely start by staying near GIB. Whether you're boarding an early flight from North Front Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Arriving at Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
If you have a late North Front Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport flight, few things top the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed shortly after at one of these hotels near ATH:
Explore without limits with an Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Centauro, Green Motion or Surprice and find adventure across Athens and beyond.
Booking your ride from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport about three weeks in advance gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
Getting from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) to central Athens
Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to central Athens has a drive time of about 35 minutes. It's approximately 40 kilometres away.
It takes around 1 hour to get there using public transport.
When to fly to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
July is the most popular month for flights from North Front Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport. To escape the crowds, visit Athens in January.
When reserving your flight from North Front Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Athens, with the temperature ranging from 22ºC (72ºF) to 37ºC (99ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from GIB to ATH in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 4ºC (39ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF) on average.
Explore more of Greece
You've seen Athens, now it's time to discover other corners of Greece. Travel about 306 kilometres north to Thessaloniki to check off its leading attractions. From Arch of Galerius to Aristotelous Square and Museum of Byzantine Culture, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Larisa is another well-known destination in Greece and is around 209 kilometres north-west of Athens. No trip is complete without seeing Agioi Saranta, Saint George Orthodox Church and Second Ancient Theatre.
