Flying from Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) to Vancouver: what you need to know
The timezone in Vancouver is UTC-8. The city is ten hours behind Athens, where Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport is located.
Give yourself enough time to make your ATH to Vancouver flight. It's generally best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like July, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're travelling during peak periods in general.
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to break up your journey and possibly even tick off a new city. When browsing for plane tickets from ATH to Vancouver, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Top options include:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
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Located around 19 kilometres from the centre of Athens, ATH can be reached in about 35 minutes by car (depending on traffic). Travelling on public transport takes roughly 40 minutes.
Want a stress-free start to your trip? Stay near ATH. Whether you're catching an early flight from Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Vancouver or don't want departure day to feel hectic, these hotels are worth a look:
Of the flights that depart from Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport, 76% arrive on time at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) to Vancouver
The best price we've seen for a one-way Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Vancouver flight is $569. The cheapest price for a return flight is $1,315. Bear in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
To find cheap flights from ATH to Vancouver, book early. Airlines usually offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first released.
Finding cheap tickets from Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Vancouver is easier if you're flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to access the lowest prices across each month and score a sweet deal.
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Airports in Vancouver
Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
The distance from Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to central Vancouver is roughly 13 kilometres. It'll take you around 25 minutes to get to the centre driving.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 25 minutes.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Vancouver. Check in to one of these accommodation options near YVR instead:
Lock in the best deal by reserving your ride from Vancouver International Airport around one week ahead of your flight from ATH to Vancouver.
Vancouver Coal Harbour Seaplane Base (CXH)
Vancouver Coal Harbour Seaplane Base (CXH) is around 2 kilometres from the centre of Vancouver. After your flight from Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Vancouver, it'll take you around 5 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a ride-share or taxi.
Travelling by public transport will take about 10 minutes.
After stepping off your ATH to Vancouver flight, kick back at a hotel close to CXH. These are some great options that'll help you switch to relaxation mode:
Avoid the slow-moving lines and paperwork at the rental desk by having everything prearranged. Secure your ride from CXH a few weeks in advance so you can just grab the keys and be on your way.
Abbotsford International Airport (YXX)
Abbotsford International Airport (YXX) is around 72 kilometres from the centre of Vancouver. It'll take you about 1 hour 20 minutes to reach the city centre in a taxi or ride-share once you've hopped off your flight from Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Vancouver.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey of around 2 hours 30 minutes.
Enjoy a low-stress, comfortable start to your trip by checking in to a hotel near YXX after your ATH to Vancouver flight. Recover from your travel day or simply give yourself time to get your bearings in a new city at:
If you're searching for a specific make or model, lock in your ride from YXX around one week before your flight from Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Vancouver. This gives you a better shot at getting your preferred car, along with a better price.
Best time to go to Vancouver
January is the quietest month for flights from Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Vancouver, while July is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to go to Vancouver based on whether you like a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
The warmest month in Vancouver is August, with temperatures ranging between 13ºC and 24ºC. Lock in your Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Vancouver plane ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from ATH to Vancouver in February when temperatures average between -2ºC and 10ºC.
More about Vancouver
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the top stays in Vancouver right here. Explore these hotels as soon as you've locked in your flight from Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Vancouver:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be hard to work out where to begin. Stanley Park, Stanley Park Seawall and Downtown Vancouver are top sights which should feature on any well-planned Vancouver itinerary.
Explore more of Canada
You've done Vancouver, now it's time to discover other corners of Canada. Travel about 274 kilometres east to Kelowna to tick off its must-visit sights. From Okanagan Lake to The View Winery and Vineyard and Waterfront Park, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Kamloops is another standout destination in Canada and is around 257 kilometres northeast of Vancouver. No trip is complete without dropping by St. Paul's Cathedral, Riverside Park and Dallas-Barnhartvale Nature Park.