Flying from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) to Paris: what you need to know
Take a direct flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Paris and you'll be in the air for around 3 hours 10 minutes.
Paris is 1 hour behind Athens, where Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport is located. Paris operates on the UTC+1 timezone.
With 63 weekly flights between the two airports, Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) to Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) is the most popular route. Air France operates the earliest flight at 06:30. If you'd like to get more out of your day before you fly, the latest departure from ATH to CDG is with Air France at 20:45.
Leave plenty of time to catch your flight from ATH to Paris. As a rule of thumb, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You'll likely experience bigger queues during popular months like August and other peak seasons. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will give you plenty of time for security and boarding.
You can book a nonstop flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Paris that touches down at Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG).
These are some of the most well-known airlines offering direct flights from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Paris:
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to take a travel break — and perhaps even explore another city. When searching for flights from ATH to Paris, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Here are some popular options to consider:
Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)
Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
Luxembourg Airport (LUX)
You can travel to France for tourism purposes without a visa if you hold a passport from Greece. But before booking your cheap tickets from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Paris, double-check for the newest rules and regulations. Visa rules can change, and you may need some travel documents if your trip is for business or other reasons.
Travelling from central Athens to ATH takes around 59 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a cab, you'll cover the 40 kilometres in 37 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
After a hassle-free start to your holiday? Stay near ATH. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Paris or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are ideal:
How to find the cheapest flights from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) to Paris
R 596 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Paris. Return flights start at R 1,635. These prices may change based on availability and demand.
To secure cheap tickets from ATH to Paris, reserve your journey 10 months before your departure date.
June is the cheapest month for tickets from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Paris. If you need to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for every month.
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Airports in Paris
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) is around 27 kilometres from central Paris. With a car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is around 44 minutes.
It typically takes 1 hour and 15 minutes when travelling by public transport.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Paris, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these hotels near CDG:
Paris Orly Airport (ORY)
Paris Orly Airport (ORY) is roughly 19 kilometres from central Paris. After your flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Paris, it'll take you around 34 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
The trip will take roughly 57 minutes on public transport.
There are some great places ready to welcome you near ORY. Settle in and get cosy after your flight from ATH to Paris at one of these perfectly located options:
Best time to go to Paris
It's time to figure out your trip dates for your flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Paris. June is the busiest month to visit Paris. If you like a more relaxed atmosphere, go in February.
When booking your flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Paris, think about the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Paris, with temperatures ranging from 13ºC to 29ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between -2ºC and 9ºC. Look for cheap flights from ATH to Paris sometime then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Paris
Start your Paris trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Paris, explore our selection of hotels including:
Eiffel Tower and Louvre Museum are just two of the top-rated attractions to add to your Paris travel itinerary. Keep the momentum going by heading to Cathédrale Notre-Dame de Paris.
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