Flying from Oslo to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH): What you need to know
There are a couple of airports you can fly out of in Oslo. Check out your options departing from Oslo Airport Gardermoen (OSL) or Torp Sandefjord Airport (TRF) when organising your flight from Oslo to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH).
Expect to be travelling for 3 hours 50 minutes. That's the average duration of a direct Oslo to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport flight.
Athens is one hour ahead of Oslo. Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport is located in Athens, which is in the UTC+2 timezone.
The busiest route is from Oslo Airport Gardermoen (OSL) to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH). There are 7 direct services every week. SAS operates a 5:45am departure between OSL and ATH.
To ensure you catch your flight from Oslo to ATH, leave enough time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Longer lines at security and check-in are more likely if you're heading away during high season, so give yourself even more breathing space. The recommendation for peak periods? Arrive up to four hours early for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
Airports in Oslo
Oslo Airport Gardermoen (OSL)
Oslo Airport Gardermoen (OSL) is a convenient option for travelling directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from Oslo to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) can be booked from this terminal.
At OSL, there's a variety of airlines offering direct flights from Oslo to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport, such as:
The majority of travellers choose to fly with Aegean Airlines from OSL to ATH.
The carrier with the most reliable on-time arrival rate on this route is Aegean Airlines.
We make it simple to book cheap flights from Oslo to ATH that include a stopover. To explore all your options departing from Oslo Airport Gardermoen (OSL), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Some popular stopovers between OSL and ATH include:
Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
Copenhagen Airport (CPH)
Dusseldorf International Airport (DUS)
Travelling from central Oslo to OSL takes about 30 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 48 kilometres in 40 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
In search of a convenient hotel near Oslo Airport Gardermoen? If you're catching an early flight from Oslo to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
When it comes to Oslo Airport Gardermoen's on-time performance, 71.98% of flights complete their journey on time.
Torp Sandefjord Airport (TRF)
You can reach TRF from the centre of Oslo in approximately 1 hour 30 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The ride on public transport will take roughly 2 hours 20 minutes to cover the 121 kilometres or so.
Kick off your holiday early with an extra night away from home. Before catching your Oslo to ATH flight, stay in one of these hotels near Torp Sandefjord Airport:
Torp Sandefjord Airport has an on-time performance of 66.77%. This figure highlights how often flights departing from this airport reach their destination on time.
About Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Oslo to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport. Get comfy at one of these accommodation options near ATH instead:
Pick up an Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport rental car and explore Athens and beyond with your own wheels. Centauro, Green Motion and Surprice are well-known companies you can book with here.
Secure the lowest price by booking your vehicle around three weeks before your Oslo to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport flight.
Getting from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) to central Athens
Central Athens is around 40 kilometres from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport and takes about 35 minutes to reach by car. Look into how to get from the airport to the city, whether that's with a cab, car hire or ride-share.
Travelling by public transport takes around 1 hour.
How to find the cheapest flights from Oslo to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
Right now, R 773 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Oslo to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 1,660. Remember fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Get your hands on cheap flights from Oslo to ATH by booking three months ahead. According to our research, that's the ideal time frame for bagging a bargain.
The best month for picking up cheap Oslo to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport tickets is August. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare flight prices, then choose the dates that offer the biggest savings.
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The best time to fly from Oslo to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
February is the quietest month for flights from Oslo to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH), while August is the busiest. Figure out the best time to go to Athens based on whether you want a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Lock in an Oslo to ATH plane ticket departing in July if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Athens to range from 22ºC (72ºF) to 37ºC (99ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from Oslo to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 4ºC (39ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF).
More about Athens
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Athens right here. Explore these hotels after locking in your flight from Oslo to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport:
Your Athens trip should come with a bit of sightseeing. Top attractions worth exploring include Acropolis of Athens, The Parthenon and Erechtheion.
Explore more of Greece
Larisa is just one of the many cities in Greece waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Athens. Around 225 kilometres away to the north-west, its top attractions include Ancient Theatre A, War Memorial and Larissa Ancient Ruins.
Around 306 kilometres north of Athens, Kalamaria is another essential stop in Greece. No visit is complete without checking out Thetidos Park, Nautical Club of Thessaloniki and Kalamaria Marina Recreational Park.