Travelling from Dubai to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH): what you need to know
There are two main airports you can fly out of in Dubai. Check out your options leaving from Dubai Airport (DXB) or Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC) when booking your flight from Dubai to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH).
5 hours 20 minutes is the average journey time for a direct flight from Dubai to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport.
Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport is located in Athens. The city operates in the UTC+2 timezone and is 2 hours behind Dubai.
Dubai Airport (DXB) to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) is the most popular route. There are 28 direct departures a week to pick from. If you prefer starting your day later, hop on the last flight with Aegean Airlines at 18:10. Go for the first DXB to ATH departure with Emirates at 10:50 if you want to get going earlier.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to catch your flight from Dubai to ATH.
You'll likely experience bigger queues during popular months such as July and other peak seasons. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
Airports in Dubai
Dubai Airport (DXB)
You can book a direct flight from Dubai to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) out of Dubai Airport (DXB).
You'll have your pick of carriers operating direct flights from Dubai to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport leaving from DXB. Reserve your trip with one of these:
We make it a breeze to find a flight from Dubai to ATH that includes a stopover. To see all the options leaving from Dubai Airport (DXB), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Some popular stopovers between DXB and ATH include:
Bahrain International Airport (BAH)
Cairo International Airport (CAI)
Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV)
From central Dubai, DXB is approximately 14 kilometres away. Visit the official airport website or use navigation apps to work out the best way to reach the terminal.
Catching an early flight from Dubai to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to Dubai Airport:
Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC)
Searching for other options for a direct flight from Dubai to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)? Check out the fares flying out of Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC).
Break up your flight from Dubai to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport with a stop at Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport (AMS). A main stopover between Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport and ATH, it's the perfect opportunity to recharge before the next leg of your journey.
DWC is around 56 kilometres from central Dubai. It'll take you 45 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 2 hours and 5 minutes.
You're off on vacation, so why not extend it with an extra night away from home? Think about checking in to one of these hotels near Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport the day before your flight from Dubai to ATH:
About Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Dubai to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport, nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these hotels near ATH:
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 get to the centre driving.
It takes around 59 minutes when travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Dubai to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
The best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Dubai to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport is C$205. The cheapest price for a return flight is C$543. Keep in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
You're more likely to score flight tickets from Dubai to ATH when you book 9 months ahead. We crunched the flight price data and found that's when fares for this journey are typically at their lowest.
Schedule your trip for June. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Dubai to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport. If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the best price across each month.
Sign into your online account or use the app to create a Price Alert. We'll notify you straight away if there's a deal you can't miss. It's easy to do, and it'll save you the hassle of looking for a cheap ticket from Dubai to ATH every day.
Use the filters to tailor your flights from Dubai to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport. Enter your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals.
The best time to fly from Dubai to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
August is the most popular month to board a flight from Dubai to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport while February is the quietest. To work out the best time to visit Athens, consider the pace you like to travel at.
Schedule your flight from Dubai to ATH for July if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Athens to range from 22ºC to 37ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between 4ºC and 14ºC. Look for cheap flights from Dubai to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport sometime around then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Athens
Start your Athens trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Dubai to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport, check out our range of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to work out where to start. Museum of the Centre for the Acropolis Studies, Acropolis of Athens and The Parthenon are leading attractions which should feature on every Athens itinerary.
Complete your Athens trip with a car rental
Once you've booked your hotel and cheap flight from Dubai to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport, next up is choosing one of our car rentals in Athens. Check out the deals and easily compare options on price, fuel policies, and more.
