Travelling from Paris Orly Airport (ORY) to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Paris Orly Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport is 3 hours 10 minutes.
Athens's timezone is UTC+2, making Athens one hour ahead of Paris.
Every week, there are 17 Paris Orly Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport flights. If you want to get going as early as possible, pick the 06:00 Transavia France flight. If you'd rather make the most of your day before flying, the last flight is at 19:30 with Transavia France.
To ensure you catch your ORY to ATH flight, leave plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
You'll likely experience longer queues during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
Transavia France offers direct flights from Paris Orly Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to see the sights in Athens — and maybe even more of Greece if your schedule allows.
Transavia France is the top choice for travellers on this route.
Transavia France is the most punctual carrier operating ORY to ATH flights, with 67.27% of its services arriving as scheduled.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Paris Orly Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between ORY and ATH:
Venice Marco Polo Airport
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport
Cote D'Azur Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Paris Orly Airport (ORY) to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
At the moment, R 655 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Paris Orly Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is R 1,170. Remember that fares may change due to demand when booking.
Score cheap tickets from ORY to ATH by booking nine months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.
August is the cheapest month for flights from Paris Orly Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport. If you prefer to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares across every month.
There's no need to check every day to see if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from ORY to ATH.
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Handy information about Paris Orly Airport (ORY)
The address for ORY is 94396 Orly Aérogare.
When it comes to Paris Orly Airport's on-time performance, 75.56% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Central Paris to Paris Orly Airport is around 19 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 35 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
The trip on public transport will take about 55 minutes.
Get your break off to a relaxed start by staying near ORY. Whether you have an early flight from Paris Orly Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Arriving at Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
If you're arriving on a late Paris Orly Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of being close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these accommodation options near ATH:
Grab an Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport rental car and discover Athens and beyond with your own set of wheels. Centauro, Green Motion and Surprice are top providers you can book with here.
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your ride from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport around three weeks ahead of your trip.
Getting from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) to central Athens
From Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport, Athens is approximately 40 kilometres away. It takes around 35 minutes to reach the centre by car.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour.
When to fly to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
The quietest month for a flight from Paris Orly Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport is January, while July is the most popular. Pick the best time to visit Athens based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
When booking your flight from Paris Orly Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Athens, with temperatures ranging from 22ºC (72ºF) to 37ºC (99ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from ORY to ATH in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 4ºC (39ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF) on average.
Explore more of Greece
You've visited Athens, now it's time to explore other corners of Greece. Journey around 306 kilometres north to Thessaloniki to check off its top sights. From Arch of Galerius to Aristotelous Square and Museum of Byzantine Culture, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Larisa is another sought-after destination in Greece and is around 209 kilometres north-west of Athens. No trip is complete without dropping by Agioi Saranta, Saint George Orthodox Church and Second Ancient Theatre.
