Flying from Santorini International Airport (JTR) to Venice: what you need to know
Around 2 hours 25 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Santorini International Airport to Venice.
Venice is one hour behind Santorini (Thira), where Santorini International Airport is located. Venice runs on the UTC+1 timezone.
For hassle-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to board your JTR to Venice flight.
Longer lines at security and check-in are more likely if you're heading away during high season, so allow some extra breathing room. A good rule of thumb for peak times? Arrive up to four hours ahead for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
Direct Santorini International Airport to Venice tickets are available for booking. Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE) will be your arrival point.
Volotea is a popular carrier that operates direct flights from Santorini International Airport to Venice.
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to break up your trip and maybe even visit a new city. When searching for flight tickets from JTR to Venice, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Here are some options to consider:
Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
Vienna International Airport (VIE)
London Luton Airport (LTN)
Central Santorini (Thira) to JTR is around 5 kilometres. Depending on traffic conditions, it'll take about 10 minutes to reach there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
Have an early flight from Santorini International Airport to Venice? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to JTR:
92.74% of flights departing from Santorini International Airport reach their destination on time. With its strong on-time performance, delays are unlikely when flying out of JTR.
How to find the cheapest flights from Santorini International Airport (JTR) to Venice
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Santorini International Airport to Venice flight is R 667. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 1,413. Remember fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Book three months before you want to fly. Pricing trends show that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from JTR to Venice.
The best month for scoring cheap Santorini International Airport to Venice tickets is July. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare prices, then choose the dates that offer the lowest fares.
There's no need to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you the moment there's an even better deal on cheap flights from JTR to Venice.
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Airports in Venice
Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE)
Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE) to the centre of Venice takes around 20 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 14 kilometres away.
It'll take around 45 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
If you have a late flight from Santorini International Airport to Venice, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these hotels near VCE:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Venice Marco Polo Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Surprice, RentSmart24 or Italy Car Rent to explore Venice and beyond.
Lock in the best deal by booking your vehicle from Venice Marco Polo Airport about two weeks ahead of your flight from JTR to Venice.
Treviso Airport (TSF)
Treviso Airport (TSF) is about 40 kilometres from central Venice. After your flight from Santorini International Airport to Venice, it'll take you around 35 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
If you travel by public transport, you'll get to the city centre in 1 hour 15 minutes or so.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and unwind at a hotel near TSF. Here are a few options where you can put your feet up after your JTR to Venice flight:
Forget about inconvenient public transport timetables or waiting forever for a cab. Pick up a Treviso Airport rental car and let your trip unfold on your terms. Compare availability and rates from RentSmart24, Noleggiare and Sicily by Car.
Secure your first choice, not your last resort. Reserving your ride from TSF one week in advance often means more savings and a wider selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Venice
Plan your trip to Venice during high season if you prefer a busy atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices may be higher. Alternatively, book your flights from Santorini International Airport to Venice in the off-season when prices are cheaper and it's less crowded.
Before booking a Santorini International Airport to Venice flight ticket, think about what kind of weather works for you. August is the warmest month in Venice, with temperatures ranging from 19ºC (66ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
January has average temperatures of between 1ºC (34ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF). Search for a cheap ticket from JTR to Venice around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Venice
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Venice right here. Explore these hotels after locking in your flight from Santorini International Airport to Venice:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be hard to work out where to begin. Saint Mark's Basilica, St. Mark's Square and Doge's Palace are top attractions which should feature on any well-planned Venice itinerary.
Explore more of Italy
Rome is just one of the many cities in Italy waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Venice. Around 402 kilometres away to the south, popular attractions include Colosseum, Trevi Fountain and Roman Forum.
If there's time to check out another well-known destination in Italy, head for Milan, about 241 kilometres west of Venice. Grande Museo del Duomo di Milano, Milan Cathedral and The Last Supper Museum are highlights.