Flying from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) to Palese Airport (BRI): what you need to know
1 hour 40 minutes is the average duration of a direct flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Palese Airport. Bari is 1 hour behind Athens and is in the UTC+1 timezone.
Each week, there are 2 flights from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Palese Airport. The earliest departure from ATH to BRI is at 06:00 and the last is at 22:40.
You can expect longer queues during popular months like August and other peak periods. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
To break up your flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Palese Airport, consider adding a stopover. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' and find a destination that appeals to you. The top stopovers on the ATH - BRI route include:
Zakinthos Airport
Santorini International Airport
Tirana International Airport
Before organizing your cheap ticket from ATH to BRI, check if you need a visa to enter Italy. Visa and travel document requirements may vary and are updated frequently. For the most up-to-date information, contact the nearest embassy or consulate of the country you're traveling to.
How to find the cheapest flights from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) to Palese Airport (BRI)
The best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Palese Airport is C$27. The cheapest price for a return flight is C$59. Bear in mind that fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Book 11 months before your departure date. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap flight tickets from ATH to BRI.
Plan your trip for July. That's the cheapest month for flight tickets from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Palese Airport. If your travel dates are flexible, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest airfare across each month.
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Handy information about Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport is around 40 kilometres from central Athens. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the center, it'll take you 37 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the journey time to be around 59 minutes.
Want an easy start to your travels? Stay near ATH. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Palese Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are the answer:
Arriving at Palese Airport (BRI)
If you're on a late flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Palese Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these options near BRI:
Getting from Palese Airport (BRI) to central Bari
Palese Airport is approximately 13 kilometres from the center of Bari. With your own car rental or if you take a cab, the drive is about 25 minutes.
If you're traveling by public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 45 minutes.
When to fly to Palese Airport (BRI)
It's time to plan your travel dates for your flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Palese Airport. July is the busiest month to visit Bari. If you want a more peaceful vibe, go in February.
When reserving your flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Palese Airport, think about the type of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Bari, with the temperature ranging from 21ºC to 31ºC.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from ATH to BRI in January. Temperatures average between 4ºC and 13ºC then.
More about Bari
Start your Bari trip right by finding a great stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from ATH to BRI, explore our range of hotel options including:
Basilica di San Nicola and Teatro Petruzzelli are just two of the major attractions to put on your Bari itinerary. Keep the momentum going by heading to Teatro Margherita.
Complete your Bari trip with hotels and a car rental
You've got your cheap ticket to Palese Airport — next up is finding a place to stay, and perhaps even a set of wheels. We've compared prices across hundreds of companies to bring you the top hotels and car rental deals in Bari.