Flying from Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN) to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH): what you need to know
The timezone in Athens is UTC+2, which is six hours behind Guangzhou.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Show up at the airport on time to board your CAN to ATH flight.
During popular months such as April, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight when you fly during a peak period in general.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or even explore someplace new along the way. Here are some options between CAN and ATH:
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Shanghai Pudong International Airport
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN) to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport flight is Rs74,477. A return plane ticket is currently Rs166,651. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
To score cheap tickets from CAN to ATH, book ahead. Airlines tend to offer the most competitive fares when flights are first made available.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport throughout the month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your trip dates aren't set in stone.
Snapping up cheap flights from CAN to ATH is a breeze with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch when fares go down.
Select your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport.
Handy information about Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN)
You'll find CAN at Airport W Ave.
86.05% of flights leaving Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport arrive at their destination on schedule. Given its strong on-time performance, disruptions are unlikely when jetting out of CAN.
Central Guangzhou to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport is around 32 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 35 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Taking an early flight from Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these hotels close to CAN:
Arriving at Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
Consider staying in a hotel near ATH if you're on a late Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport flight. Select one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:
Explore without limits with an Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Centauro, Green Motion or Surprice and chase adventure across Athens and beyond.
Get the best deal by reserving your ride from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport around three weeks before your departure date.
Getting from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) to central Athens
Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport is roughly 40 kilometres from central Athens. The drive time takes around 35 minutes.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey of roughly 1 hour.
When to fly to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
It's time to plan your travel dates for your flight from Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport. July is the most popular month to visit Athens. If you're after a more laid-back vibe, go in January.
When booking your flight from Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Athens, with temperatures ranging from 22ºC to 37ºC.
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from CAN to ATH in January. Average temperatures are between 4ºC and 14ºC then.
Explore more of Greece
Athens is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of Greece waiting to be discovered. Around 306 kilometres north of Athens, a visit to Thessaloniki will keep your itinerary packed. Start with leading attractions like Arch of Galerius, Aristotelous Square and Museum of Byzantine Culture.
Larisa is another favourite destination in Greece and is around 209 kilometres north-west of Athens. No journey is complete without seeing Agioi Saranta, Saint George Orthodox Church and Second Ancient Theatre.