Travelling from Tampa International Airport (TPA) to Athens International Airport (ATH): what you need to know
Athens is seven hours ahead of Tampa and follows the UTC+2 timezone.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your TPA to ATH flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.
Flying during a peak month such as April? School holidays and other high seasons can mean longer queues and delays at security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
How to find the cheapest flights from Tampa International Airport (TPA) to Athens International Airport (ATH)
Currently, R 4,791 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Tampa International Airport to Athens International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is R 10,890. Remember that fares may change due to demand when booking.
It's usually best to book as early as possible if you want to get cheap tickets from TPA 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 Tampa International Airport to Athens International Airport is easier if you're flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices throughout the month and bag a great deal.
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Handy information about Tampa International Airport (TPA)
TPA is located at 5507 West Spruce Street.
Of the departures from Tampa International Airport, 78% land on schedule at their destination.
To get to Tampa International Airport from central Tampa, it takes around 20 minutes by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 11 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a journey time of around 35 minutes on public transport.
Have an early flight from Tampa International Airport to Athens International Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays near TPA:
Arriving at Athens International Airport (ATH)
If you're landing on a late Tampa International Airport to Athens International Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of being close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these hotels near ATH:
Pick up a Athens International Airport rental car and discover Athens and beyond with your own set of wheels. Centauro, Green Motion and Surprice are leading providers to choose from here.
To lock in the lowest price, book your vehicle from Athens International Airport around three weeks before travelling.
When to fly to Athens International Airport (ATH)
August is the most popular month for flights from Tampa International Airport to Athens International Airport. For smaller crowds, go to Athens in March.
Book your flight from Tampa International Airport to Athens International Airport for July if you want to go to Athens during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 22ºC (72ºF) and 37ºC (99ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from TPA 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
Athens has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts 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 Church of Agia Sofia, Archaeological Museum of Thessaloniki and Alexander the Great Statue.
If you're eager to discover another side of Greece, consider Larisa, about 209 kilometres north-west of Athens. Larissa Ancient Ruins, Municipal Art Gallery of Larissa and The Church Of St. George are among the biggest draws.