Travelling from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL) to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH): what you need to know
On average, direct flights from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport take 3 hours 41 minutes. Athens and Helsinki are in the same timezone (UTC+2), which means you won't need to adjust your watch after you arrive.
There are 4 flights from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport each week. Get the 07:00 flight if you want to set off as early as possible. If you'd prefer to make the most of your day before leaving, the last flight from HEL to ATH is at 20:20.
You'll likely experience longer queues during popular months such as June and other peak seasons. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will give you ample time for security and boarding.
Getting to Athens (and seeing more of Greece!) is a breeze with Aegean Airlines. This popular airline runs direct flights from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport.
To break up your flight from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport, add a stopover to your trip. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' and find a city that interests you. The most popular stopovers on the HEL - ATH route include:
Santorini International Airport
Frederic Chopin Airport
Ljubljana Joze Pucnik Airport
To find out whether you need a visa to enter Greece, contact your airline and the local embassy or consulate. They'll provide you with the latest information, including other travel documents you may need after booking your cheap ticket from HEL to ATH.
How to find the cheapest flights from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL) to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
Rs17,107 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport. A return flight starts from Rs43,074. These fares may change based on demand.
To get your hands on cheap flights from HEL to ATH, reserve your trip 6 months ahead of your planned departure.
February is the cheapest month for tickets from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport. If you're looking to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares for each month.
Log into your online account or use the app to set up a Price Alert. You'll be notified straight away if there's a cheaper deal on this route. It's easy to do, and it'll save you from checking for cheap flights from HEL to ATH every day.
Tailor your trip using filters. Select your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport.
Handy information about Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)
Helsinki-Vantaa Airport is about 19 kilometres from central Helsinki. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 29 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the trip time to be approximately 44 minutes.
Have an early flight from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these stays near HEL:
Arriving at Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
Book a hotel near ATH if you're catching a late flight from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport. Settle into one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Getting from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) to central Athens
From Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport, Athens is approximately 40 kilometres away. It takes around 37 minutes to reach the centre driving.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey of about 59 minutes.
When to fly to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport. August is the busiest month to visit Athens. If you prefer a more peaceful vibe, go in February.
The warmest month in Athens is July, with the temperature ranging between 22ºC and 37ºC. Lock in your flights from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
January has average temperatures of between 4ºC and 14ºC. Search for cheap flights from HEL to ATH sometime then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Athens
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you can find the best places to stay in Athens right here. Explore these hotels after locking in your flight from HEL to ATH:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be tricky to work out where to begin. Museum of the Centre for the Acropolis Studies, Acropolis of Athens and The Parthenon are top attractions which should be on every Athens itinerary.
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