Travelling from Melbourne to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH): What you need to know
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) is Melbourne's main airport. Explore your options for reserving a flight from Melbourne to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) taking off from here.
The timezone in Athens is UTC+2, which is nine hours behind Melbourne. Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport is located in Athens.
Give yourself enough time to make your flight from Melbourne to ATH. A good rule of thumb is to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
High season means busier airports, so plan to arrive even earlier. Give yourself at least two hours before a domestic flight and four hours for international journeys to stay on schedule.
Airports in Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to break up your journey and possibly even explore another city. When browsing cheap flights from Melbourne to ATH leaving from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to find all potential stops. Your journey might pause in:
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Hamad International Airport (DOH)
Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH)
MEL is around 24 kilometres from central Melbourne. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the journey time to be around 40 minutes.
Want a stress-free start to your journey? Stay near Melbourne Tullamarine Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Melbourne to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport or prefer not to feel hurried, these hotels are just what you're after:
67.71% of flights that take off from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport land at their destination on time.
Avalon Airport (AVV)
AVV is about 56 kilometres from central Melbourne. It takes 50 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 2 hours 5 minutes.
It's your holiday, so why not spend an extra night away at a hotel near Avalon Airport? Before your Melbourne to ATH flight, treat yourself to a stay at Corio Bay Motel.
Avalon Airport is known for its commitment to punctuality. 80.09% of flights departing here arrive right when they're supposed to.
About Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
Have a late flight from Melbourne to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport? Don't let it rob you of real rest. Stay at one of these hotels near ATH and give yourself a well-earned lights-out:
Travel at your own pace with an Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Centauro, Green Motion or Surprice and venture far and wide through Athens and beyond.
Booking your vehicle around three weeks ahead of your Melbourne to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport flight can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) to central Athens
Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport is around 40 kilometres from central Athens. It takes around 35 minutes or so to drive to the city.
Travelling on public transport takes roughly 1 hour.
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
R 5,146 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Melbourne to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport. A return flight starts from R 10,066. These prices may change based on availability.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Melbourne to ATH if you book early. Airlines often have some amazing early bird discounts.
The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest Melbourne to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport tickets throughout the entire month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your travel dates are flexible.
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The best time to fly from Melbourne to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
February is the quietest month for flights from Melbourne to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH), while August is the busiest. Find the ideal time to go to Athens based on whether you want a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Lock in a Melbourne to ATH plane ticket departing in July if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Athens to range from 22ºC (72ºF) to 37ºC (99ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Melbourne to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport in January when temperatures are between 4ºC (39ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF).
More about Athens
After booking your flight from Melbourne to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport, find a hotel that offers a good mix of location and comfort. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Athens:
Acropolis of Athens and The Parthenon are a couple of major attractions to add to your Athens to-do list. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Erechtheion.
Explore more of Greece
Athens has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of Greece just waiting to be explored. Around 225 kilometres north-west of Athens, a trip to Larisa will keep you busy. Start with leading attractions like Ancient Theatre A, War Memorial and Larissa Ancient Ruins.
Kalamaria is another essential stop in Greece and is around 306 kilometres north of Athens. No trip is complete without experiencing Thetidos Park, Nautical Club of Thessaloniki and Kalamaria Marina Recreational Park.
