Flying from Madison Airport (MSN) to Athens International Airport (ATH): what you need to know
Athens is eight hours ahead of Madison and observes the UTC+2 timezone.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably catch your MSN to ATH flight.
Travelling during a peak month such as August? Public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer lines at check-in and security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
If you'd like to include a stop along the way, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Madison Airport to Athens International Airport. Here are the top stopovers between MSN and ATH:
Chicago O'Hare International Airport
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport
Philadelphia International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Madison Airport (MSN) to Athens International Airport (ATH)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Madison Airport to Athens International Airport flight is $565. A round-trip fare is currently $1,369. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
It's usually best to book as early as possible if you want to get cheap tickets from MSN to ATH. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
If you're flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the cheapest price in every month when looking for your flight from Madison Airport to Athens International Airport.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from MSN to ATH by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Secure the right flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Madison Airport to Athens International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by departure and arrival times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Madison Airport (MSN)
MSN is located at 4000 International Lane.
When it comes to the on-time performance of Madison Airport, 75% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
Central Madison to Madison Airport is around 13 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing.
The trip when using public transport takes roughly 40 minutes.
Taking an early flight from Madison Airport to Athens International Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these stays near MSN:
Arriving at Athens International Airport (ATH)
If you're getting in on a late Madison Airport to Athens International Airport flight, few things top the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed not long after at one of these options 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 well-known companies to choose from here.
Booking your vehicle from Athens International Airport about three weeks ahead increases your chances of getting a good deal.
Getting from Athens International Airport (ATH) to central Athens
From Athens International Airport, Athens is approximately 32 kilometres away. It takes around 35 minutes to drive to the centre.
Travelling on public transport takes around 40 minutes.
When to fly to Athens International Airport (ATH)
The quietest month for a flight from Madison Airport to Athens International Airport is March, while August is the most popular. Choose the best time to go to Athens based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
Book your flight from Madison Airport to Athens International Airport for July if you'd like to go to Athens during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 22ºC and 37ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between 4ºC and 14ºC. Look for cheap tickets from MSN to ATH around that time if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of Greece
Athens is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of Greece waiting to be explored. About 306 kilometres north of Athens, a visit to Thessaloniki will keep you on the go. Start with leading attractions like Church of Agia Sofia, Archaeological Museum of Thessaloniki and Alexander the Great Statue.
If you're ready to explore another corner 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 key reasons to visit.