Travelling from Kalamata International Airport (KLX) to Athens International Airport (ATH): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Kalamata International Airport to Athens International Airport is 50 minutes.
Kalamata and Athens share the UTC+2 timezone. That means you won't have to adjust your watch after you land.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Make sure you're at the airport on time to catch your KLX to ATH flight.
Travelling during a peak month such as August? School holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer queues at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Aegean Airlines offers direct flights from Kalamata International Airport to Athens International Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to see the sights in Athens — and maybe even more of Greece if time allows.
Aegean Airlines is the airline with the highest passenger demand for this route.
Aegean Airlines is the most punctual carrier that operates KLX to ATH flights.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Kalamata International Airport to Athens International Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or even explore someplace new along the way. Here are some options between KLX and ATH:
Copenhagen Airport
Dusseldorf International Airport
Milan Bergamo Airport
Handy information about Kalamata International Airport (KLX)
64% of flights that leave from Kalamata International Airport make it to their destination on schedule.
Central Kalamata to Kalamata International Airport is around 8 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 15 minutes to get there if you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving.
You can expect a trip time of about 25 minutes when using public transport.
Catching an early flight from Kalamata International Airport to Athens International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these stays close to KLX:
Arriving at Athens International Airport (ATH)
Book a hotel close to ATH if you have a late Kalamata International Airport to Athens International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Hit the road running by picking up a Athens International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Centauro, Green Motion or Surprice and explore beyond Athens's main sights.
Booking your ride from Athens International Airport around three weeks in advance gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
When to fly to Athens International Airport (ATH)
It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from Kalamata International Airport to Athens International Airport. August is the busiest month to head to Athens. If you like a more relaxed vibe, go in March.
The warmest month in Athens is July, with the temperature ranging between 22ºC (72ºF) and 37ºC (99ºF). Book your flights from Kalamata International Airport to Athens International Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from KLX to ATH in January. Average temperatures are between 4ºC (39ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF) then.
Explore more of Greece
You've visited Athens, now it's time to explore more of Greece. Journey around 306 kilometres north to Thessaloniki to tick off its top sights. From Church of Agia Sofia to Archaeological Museum of Thessaloniki and Alexander the Great Statue, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Larisa is another must-experience destination in Greece and is around 209 kilometres north-west of Athens. No journey is complete without experiencing Larissa Ancient Ruins, Municipal Art Gallery of Larissa and The Church Of St. George.
