Flying from Penang International Airport (PEN) to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH): what you need to know
Athens is six hours behind George Town and observes the UTC+2 timezone.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your PEN to ATH flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
During popular months such as August, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.
If you'd love to discover a different city along the way, search for a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Penang International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Dubai Airport is a popular stop between PEN and ATH.
How to find the cheapest flights from Penang International Airport (PEN) to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
R 3,852 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Penang International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport flight. Return flights start at R 8,204. These prices can change depending on availability.
It's a good idea to book in advance if you're looking for cheap tickets from PEN to ATH. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
If you can be flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the lowest price across every month when looking for a flight from Penang International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport.
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Handy information about Penang International Airport (PEN)
Of all flights departing from Penang International Airport, 69.54% land on schedule at their destination.
Penang International Airport is about 18 kilometres from central George Town. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Catching an early flight from Penang International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays near PEN:
Arriving at Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
If you're getting in on a late Penang International 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 resting shortly after at one of these hotels near ATH:
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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 drive to the centre.
Travelling to the centre on public transport typically takes 1 hour.
When to fly to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
The quietest month for a flight from Penang International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport is January, while July is the busiest. Pick the best time to visit Athens based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Before locking in your flight from Penang International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Athens, with temperatures ranging from 22ºC (72ºF) to 37ºC (99ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from PEN to ATH in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 4ºC (39ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF) on average.
Explore more of Greece
Athens has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of Greece just waiting to be discovered. About 306 kilometres north of Athens, a trip to Thessaloniki will keep your itinerary busy. Start with attractions like Arch of Galerius, Aristotelous Square and Museum of Byzantine Culture.
If you're ready to explore another corner of Greece, consider Larisa, roughly 209 kilometres north-west of Athens. Agioi Saranta, Saint George Orthodox Church and Second Ancient Theatre are the start of reasons to visit.
