Flying from Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH): what you need to know
The timezone in Athens is UTC+2, which is five hours behind Bangkok.
Leave enough time to catch your BKK to ATH flight. Generally, it's best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a peak time like July? Major public holidays and other high seasons can result in longer lines and delays at security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
If you'd like to include a stop along the way, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Suvarnabhumi Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport. Here are the top stopovers between BKK and ATH:
Hamad International Airport
Dubai Airport
Istanbul Ataturk Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
R 4,271 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Suvarnabhumi Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport flight. Return flights start from R 8,608. These prices can change based on availability and demand.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from BKK to ATH if you book ahead. Airlines often have some amazing early bird discounts.
Getting cheap flights from Suvarnabhumi Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport is easier if you can be flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the lowest prices throughout the month and score a great deal.
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Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Suvarnabhumi Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport.
Handy information about Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
When it comes to Suvarnabhumi Airport's on-time performance, 67.87% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
Central Bangkok to Suvarnabhumi 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 public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 1 hour 5 minutes.
Taking an early flight from Suvarnabhumi Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays close to BKK:
Arriving at Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a Suvarnabhumi Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near ATH instead:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up an Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Centauro, Green Motion or Surprice and explore beyond Athens's usual tourist stops.
Get the best deal by booking 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 to the centre of Athens has a drive time of around 35 minutes. It's approximately 40 kilometres away.
It takes roughly 1 hour if you're travelling on public transport.
When to fly to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
July is the busiest month for flights from Suvarnabhumi Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, head to Athens in January.
Book your flight from Suvarnabhumi Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport for July if you'd like to explore Athens during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 22ºC (72ºF) and 37ºC (99ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from BKK to ATH in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 4ºC (39ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF) on average.
Explore more of Greece
You've visited Athens, now it's time to explore more of Greece. Travel about 306 kilometres north to Thessaloniki to check off its top sights. From Arch of Galerius to Aristotelous Square and Museum of Byzantine Culture, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
If you're ready to explore another major stop in Greece, head for Larisa, about 209 kilometres north-west of Athens. Agioi Saranta, Saint George Orthodox Church and Second Ancient Theatre are among its highlights.