Flying from Gold Coast Airport (OOL) to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH): what you need to know
Athens's timezone is UTC+2, making Athens eight hours behind Gold Coast.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Be at the airport with enough time to catch your OOL to ATH flight.
You'll likely experience bigger queues in popular months such as January. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
How to find the cheapest flights from Gold Coast Airport (OOL) to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Gold Coast Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport flight is R 9,575. A round-trip plane ticket is currently R 22,602. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
To pick up cheap tickets from OOL to ATH, book early. Airlines typically offer lower prices when flights are first made available.
Finding cheap flights from Gold Coast Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport is more likely if you're flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the lowest prices across each month and bag a great deal.
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Handy information about Gold Coast Airport (OOL)
74.82% of flights taking off from Gold Coast Airport make it to their destination on schedule.
Gold Coast Airport is around 27 kilometres from central Gold Coast. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a trip time of around 1 hour 40 minutes.
Need a handy hotel close to OOL? If you've booked an early flight from Gold Coast Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport, these stays will have you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
The last thing you need is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Gold Coast Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near ATH instead:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up an Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Centauro, Green Motion or Surprice and experience the lesser-explored corners of Athens and beyond.
Lock in the best possible rate by booking your vehicle from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport about three weeks ahead of your departure.
Getting from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) to central Athens
Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to central Athens has a drive time of around 35 minutes. It's approximately 40 kilometres away.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour.
When to fly to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Gold Coast Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport. July is the busiest month to head to Athens. If you're after a more relaxed vibe, go in January.
Book your flight from Gold Coast Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport for July if you'd like to explore Athens during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 22ºC (72ºF) and 37ºC (99ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from OOL to ATH in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 4ºC (39ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF) on average.
Explore more of Greece
You've done Athens, now it's time to explore other corners of Greece. Journey about 306 kilometres north to Thessaloniki to tick off its top sights. From Arch of Galerius to Aristotelous Square and Museum of Byzantine Culture, there's plenty to keep you busy.
If you want to check out another well-known destination in Greece, consider Larisa, about 209 kilometres north-west of Athens. Agioi Saranta, Saint George Orthodox Church and Second Ancient Theatre are the start of reasons to visit.
