Travelling from Halifax International Airport (YHZ) to Athens International Airport (ATH): what you need to know
Athens's timezone is UTC+2, making Athens six hours ahead of Halifax.
Your YHZ to ATH flight won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
You'll likely experience longer lines in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will give you ample time for security and boarding.
How to find the cheapest flights from Halifax International Airport (YHZ) to Athens International Airport (ATH)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Halifax International Airport to Athens International Airport flight is R 3,642. A return plane ticket is currently R 10,375. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
It's often best to book early if you're looking for cheap tickets from YHZ to ATH. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
If you can be flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the cheapest price in each month when searching for a flight from Halifax International Airport to Athens International Airport.
You don't need to check every day to see if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment there's a new deal on cheap flights from YHZ to ATH.
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Handy information about Halifax International Airport (YHZ)
Of all flights leaving Halifax International Airport, 67% land on schedule at their destination.
To get to Halifax International Airport from central Halifax, it'll take about 35 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 40 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Taking public transport? Expect a journey time of around 50 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Halifax International Airport to Athens International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to YHZ:
Arriving at Athens International Airport (ATH)
The last thing you want is a long trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Halifax International Airport to Athens International Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near ATH instead:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Athens International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Centauro, Green Motion or Surprice and see more of Athens and beyond.
Reserving your vehicle from Athens International Airport about three weeks in advance gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
Getting from Athens International Airport (ATH) to central Athens
Athens International Airport to the centre of Athens has a drive time of about 35 minutes. It's approximately 32 kilometres away.
It takes around 40 minutes to get there using public transport.
When to fly to Athens International Airport (ATH)
It's time to choose your trip dates for your flight from Halifax International Airport to Athens International Airport. August is the most popular month to head to Athens. If you'd like a more relaxed vibe, go in March.
When reserving your flight from Halifax International Airport to Athens International Airport, consider the type 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 YHZ to ATH sometime around then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Greece
Thessaloniki is just one of the many cities in Greece waiting to be discovered once you've seen Athens. Around 306 kilometres away to the north, well-known attractions include Church of Agia Sofia, Archaeological Museum of Thessaloniki and Alexander the Great Statue.
Around 209 kilometres north-west of Athens, Larisa is another favourite stop in Greece. Experience major highlights starting with Larissa Ancient Ruins, Municipal Art Gallery of Larissa and The Church Of St. George.