Flying from Seattle to Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH): What you need to know
The timezone in Athens is UTC+2, which is ten hours ahead of Seattle. Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport is located in Athens.
Give yourself plenty of time to catch your flight from Seattle to ATH. As a rule of thumb, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a peak month like July? Busy periods (like Christmas/New Year and spring break) can add another hour at check-in and security. Be extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Seattle
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
We make it easy to book cheap flights from Seattle to ATH with a stopover. To explore all the options leaving from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply select a flight with a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Top stopovers between SEA and ATH include:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Located around 23 kilometres from the centre of Seattle, SEA can be reached in about 25 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport will take roughly 35 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Seattle to Athens 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 Seattle-Tacoma International Airport:
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport has a solid on-time record, reducing the likelihood of delays. Departures from SEA arrive at their destination as scheduled 80% of the time.
Seattle Paine Field International Airport (PAE)
PAE is around 40 kilometres from central Seattle. It'll take 40 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 1 hour 30 minutes.
Get a head start on your holiday with an additional night away from home. Before catching your Seattle to ATH flight, stay in one of these hotels close to Seattle Paine Field International Airport:
Most flights that depart Seattle Paine Field International Airport reach their destination as planned. It boasts an on-time performance rate of 80%.
About Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
If you have a late flight from Seattle to Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these options near ATH:
Booking your ride around three weeks ahead of your Seattle to Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport flight can help you find the best deal.
Getting from Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) to central Athens
Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to the centre of Athens is around 19 kilometres. If you're renting a car or getting a taxi, plan ahead to make your trip as smooth as possible. Journey times may vary depending on the time of day and traffic conditions.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey of about 40 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Seattle to Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
$605 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Seattle to Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport. Return flights start at $1,098. These fares may change based on availability and demand.
To pick up cheap flights from Seattle to ATH, book ahead. Airlines generally offer lower prices when flights are first released.
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The best time to fly from Seattle to Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
Picture the kind of break you want when deciding your trip dates. January is the quietest month to go to Athens. July is when most people book flights from Seattle to Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH), which may be ideal if you're chasing more action.
The warmest month in Athens is July, with temperatures ranging between 22ºC and 37ºC. Book your Seattle to ATH plane ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Seattle to Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport in January when temperatures are between 4ºC and 14ºC.
More about Athens
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Athens right here. Browse these hotels as soon as you've locked in your flight from Seattle to Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport:
There are so many things to discover in this city, it can be tricky to know where to begin. Acropolis of Athens, The Parthenon and Erechtheion are top sights which should be on any well-planned Athens itinerary.
Explore more of Greece
Larisa is just one of the many places in Greece waiting to be explored after you've experienced Athens. Around 225 kilometres away to the northwest, its top attractions include Larissa Ancient Ruins, Municipal Art Gallery of Larissa and The Church Of St. George.
If you're ready to explore another side of Greece, consider Kalamaria, roughly 306 kilometres north of Athens. Macedonian Tomb Park, Kalamaria Marina Recreational Park and Hellenic Pharmaceutical Museum are among the biggest draws.