Travelling from Ikaria Airport (JIK) to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH): what you need to know
Take a direct flight from Ikaria Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 55 minutes.
Each week, there are 18 Ikaria Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport flights. To be on board as soon as possible, select the 08:45 Olympic Air flight. If you're eager to make the most of your time before flying, the last departure is at 18:45 with Sky Express.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to board your JIK to ATH flight.
Flying during a peak time like July? Public holidays and other popular seasons can result in longer lines and delays at airport checkpoints. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Sky Express is your ticket to exploring Athens (and maybe even some other exciting corners of Greece!). Check out the direct flights from Ikaria Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport offered by this carrier.
Most travellers choose to travel with Sky Express on this route.
Olympic Air is the most punctual carrier that offers JIK to ATH flights.
Take a detour to a new city or break up your flight with a stopover. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to see your options when searching for tickets from Ikaria Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport. Many passengers pass through Limnos Airport when flying between JIK and ATH.
How to find the cheapest flights from Ikaria Airport (JIK) to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
R 483 is currently the best price for a one-way Ikaria Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport flight. Return flights start at R 1,533. These fares can change depending on availability and demand.
Book five months before your departure date. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from JIK to ATH.
Organise your trip for April. That's the cheapest month for flights from Ikaria Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport. If you have flexibility with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfare across each month.
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Arriving at Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
If you're coming in on a late Ikaria Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed soon after at one of these accommodation options near ATH:
Travel at your own pace with an Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Centauro, Green Motion or Surprice and discover more of Athens and beyond.
Reserving your ride from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport about three weeks ahead can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) to central Athens
Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to the centre of Athens has a drive time of around 35 minutes. It's approximately 40 kilometres away.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey of roughly 1 hour.
When to fly to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from Ikaria Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport. July is the busiest month to visit Athens. If you like a quieter vibe, go in January.
The warmest month in Athens is July, with the temperature ranging between 22ºC (72ºF) and 37ºC (99ºF). Lock in your flights from Ikaria Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from JIK to ATH in January. Temperatures average between 4ºC (39ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF) then.
Explore more of Greece
Athens has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of Greece you should also see. About 306 kilometres north of Athens, a visit to Thessaloniki will keep your itinerary packed. Check out popular attractions like Arch of Galerius, Aristotelous Square and Museum of Byzantine Culture.
If you're looking to explore another corner of Greece, head for Larisa, about 209 kilometres north-west of Athens. Agioi Saranta, Saint George Orthodox Church and Second Ancient Theatre are key highlights.