Flying from Dubai Airport (DXB) to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH): what you need to know
Around 5 hours 20 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Dubai Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport.
Athens's timezone is UTC+2, which makes Athens two hours behind Dubai.
Take your pick of 28 weekly Dubai Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport flights. The 10:50 departure with Emirates is the earliest flight available. Aegean Airlines operates the last service of the day at 18:10.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your DXB to ATH flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.
You'll likely experience bigger queues in popular months like January. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
With direct flights from Dubai Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport available through a range of airlines, getting to Athens (and then other corners of Greece) is a cinch. You can travel nonstop with these carriers:
The airline with the highest booking volume on this route is Aegean Airlines.
Aegean Airlines is the most punctual carrier operating DXB to ATH flights. An exceptional 94.12% of its services on this route land on time.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Dubai Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or even explore someplace new along the way. Check out these options between DXB and ATH:
Bahrain International Airport
Ben Gurion International Airport
Mikonos Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Dubai Airport (DXB) to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Dubai Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport flight is Rs37,188. A round-trip fare right now is Rs74,038. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
Book seven months before your departure date. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from DXB to ATH.
The cheapest month for flights from Dubai Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have flexible travel dates.
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Select your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Dubai Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport.
Handy information about Dubai Airport (DXB)
Of the departures from Dubai Airport, 74.31% arrive on time at their destination.
To reach Dubai Airport from central Dubai, it'll take about 15 minutes if you're travelling by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 14 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Taking public transport? Expect a journey time of around 50 minutes.
Get your break off to a relaxed start by staying near DXB. Whether you've booked an early flight from Dubai Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays are ideal:
Arriving at Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
The last thing you want is a long trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Dubai Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near ATH instead:
Grab an Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport rental car and explore Athens and beyond with your own wheels. Centauro, Green Motion and Surprice are top providers you can book with here.
For the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport about three weeks in advance.
Getting from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) to central Athens
From Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport, Athens is approximately 40 kilometres away. It takes around 35 minutes to get to the centre driving.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey of about 1 hour.
When to fly to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
The quietest month for a flight from Dubai Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport is January, while July is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to go to Athens based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Athens is July, with temperatures ranging between 22ºC and 37ºC. Lock in your flights from Dubai Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from DXB to ATH in January. Temperatures average between 4ºC and 14ºC then.
Explore more of Greece
Thessaloniki is just one of the many cities in Greece waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Athens. Around 306 kilometres away to the north, its top attractions include Arch of Galerius, Aristotelous Square and Museum of Byzantine Culture.
Larisa is another well-known destination in Greece and is around 209 kilometres north-west of Athens. No journey is complete without visiting Agioi Saranta, Saint George Orthodox Church and Second Ancient Theatre.
