Travelling from Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport (DAC) to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH): what you need to know
The timezone in Athens is UTC+2, which is four hours behind Dhaka.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your DAC to ATH flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.
Travelling during a peak month such as July? Public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer queues and delays at security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
If you want to explore another city along the way, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport. These are the top stopovers between DAC and ATH:
Istanbul Ataturk Airport
Bahrain International Airport
Kuwait International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport (DAC) to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport flight is R 7,520. A round-trip plane ticket is currently R 14,252. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
It's often best to book ahead of time if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from DAC to ATH. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the lowest price in each month when looking for your flight from Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport.
Snapping up cheap flights from DAC to ATH is a piece of cake with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch as soon as a lower fare pops up.
Find the ideal flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by airline, departure and arrival times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport (DAC)
Of all flights leaving Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport, 68.82% arrive on time at their destination.
Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport is about 8 kilometres from central Dhaka. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
You can expect a trip time of about 1 hour when using public transport.
Booked an early flight from Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these stays near DAC:
Arriving at Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Hazrat Shahjalal International 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 popular outlets to choose from here.
Secure the lowest price by booking your vehicle from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport around three weeks before your trip.
Getting from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) to central Athens
Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to central Athens has a drive time of about 35 minutes. It's approximately 40 kilometres away.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey of about 1 hour.
When to fly to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
It's time to plan your dates for your flight from Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport. July is the most popular month to visit Athens. If you'd like a quieter vibe, go in January.
Book your flight from Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport for July if you'd like to visit Athens during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 22ºC (72ºF) and 37ºC (99ºF).
January has average temperatures of between 4ºC (39ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF). Look for cheap tickets from DAC to ATH sometime then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Greece
You've done Athens, now it's time to explore other corners of Greece. Travel around 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 full itinerary ahead.
Larisa is another essential stop in Greece and is around 209 kilometres north-west of Athens. No trip is complete without visiting Agioi Saranta, Saint George Orthodox Church and Second Ancient Theatre.
