Flying from Minneapolis St Paul Airport (MSP) to Athens International Airport (ATH): what you need to know
Athens is eight hours ahead of Minneapolis and is in the UTC+2 timezone.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Get to the airport on time to board your MSP to ATH flight.
You'll likely experience bigger queues in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures will give you ample time for security and boarding.
If you'd like to break up your flight, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Minneapolis St Paul Airport to Athens International Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between MSP and ATH:
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport
New York Newark Airport
Washington Dulles Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Minneapolis St Paul Airport (MSP) to Athens International Airport (ATH)
Currently, R 4,693 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Minneapolis St Paul Airport to Athens International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is R 11,109. Keep in mind that fares could change due to demand when booking.
It's usually smart to book early if you want to find cheap tickets from MSP to ATH. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Minneapolis St Paul Airport to Athens International Airport across each month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your trip dates aren't set in stone.
You don't need to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll send you an update as soon as there's a better deal on cheap flights from MSP to ATH.
Tailor your trip with filters. Pick your arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Minneapolis St Paul Airport to Athens International Airport.
Handy information about Minneapolis St Paul Airport (MSP)
MSP is located at 6040 28th Avenue South.
Of all flights leaving Minneapolis St Paul Airport, 77% touch down on time at their destination.
Minneapolis St Paul Airport is about 18 kilometres from central Minneapolis. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
You can expect a journey time of around 25 minutes when using public transport.
Get your travels off to a leisurely start by staying near MSP. Whether you've booked an early flight from Minneapolis St Paul Airport to Athens International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays are the answer:
Arriving at Athens International Airport (ATH)
Consider booking a hotel near ATH if you have a late Minneapolis St Paul Airport to Athens International Airport flight. Choose one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Athens International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Centauro, Green Motion or Surprice and experience more of Athens and beyond.
Lock in the lowest price by booking your vehicle from Athens International Airport around three weeks in advance of your trip.
Getting from Athens International Airport (ATH) to central Athens
Athens International Airport is roughly 32 kilometres from central Athens. Driving there takes about 35 minutes.
Travelling on public transport typically takes 40 minutes.
When to fly to Athens International Airport (ATH)
The quietest month for a flight from Minneapolis St Paul Airport to Athens International Airport is March, while August is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to go to Athens based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
Before locking in your flight from Minneapolis St Paul Airport to Athens International Airport, consider the type of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Athens, with temperatures ranging from 22ºC (72ºF) to 37ºC (99ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from MSP to ATH in January. Average temperatures are between 4ºC (39ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF) then.
Explore more of Greece
Thessaloniki is just one of the many cities in Greece waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Athens. Around 306 kilometres away to the north, top sights here include Church of Agia Sofia, Archaeological Museum of Thessaloniki and Alexander the Great Statue.
Around 209 kilometres north-west of Athens, Larisa is another essential stop in Greece. Experience major highlights starting with Larissa Ancient Ruins, Municipal Art Gallery of Larissa and The Church Of St. George.
