Flying from Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK) to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH): what you need to know
Athens's timezone is UTC+2, which makes Athens two hours ahead of Glasgow.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to catch your PIK to ATH flight.
Flying during a peak time such as August? Major public holidays and other high seasons can result in longer lines and delays at airport checkpoints. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Choose a stopover if you'd love to break up your flight. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to look at your options for tickets from Glasgow Prestwick Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport. Barcelona-El Prat Airport is a popular stopover on the PIK to ATH route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK) to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
R 1,415 is the lowest price for a one-way Glasgow Prestwick Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport flight. A return flight starts from R 3,400. These fares may change depending on availability and demand.
It's a good idea to book early if you're looking for cheap tickets from PIK to ATH. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
Getting cheap flights from Glasgow Prestwick Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport is easier if you can be flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the lowest fares across each month and bag a great deal.
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Handy information about Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK)
Of all flights departing from Glasgow Prestwick Airport, 76.7% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Glasgow Prestwick Airport is around 48 kilometres from central Glasgow. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 40 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
You can expect a journey time of about 55 minutes on public transport.
Have an early flight from Glasgow Prestwick Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays close to PIK:
Arriving at Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
If you're getting in on a late Glasgow Prestwick Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these options near ATH:
Pick up an Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport rental car and discover Athens and beyond with your own set of wheels. Centauro, Green Motion and Surprice are well-known companies you can book with here.
To lock in the lowest price, book your vehicle from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport around three weeks in advance.
Getting from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) to central Athens
Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to central Athens has a drive time of about 35 minutes. It's approximately 40 kilometres away.
It takes around 1 hour if you're travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
July is the busiest month for flights from Glasgow Prestwick Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport. For smaller crowds, travel to Athens in January.
Before locking in your flight from Glasgow Prestwick 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).
January has average temperatures of between 4ºC (39ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF). Search for cheap tickets from PIK to ATH around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Greece
You've done Athens, now it's time to discover more of Greece. Journey around 306 kilometres north to Thessaloniki to check off its must-visit sights. From Arch of Galerius to Aristotelous Square and Museum of Byzantine Culture, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Larisa is another favourite destination in Greece and is around 209 kilometres north-west of Athens. No journey is complete without seeing Agioi Saranta, Saint George Orthodox Church and Second Ancient Theatre.