Flying from Indianapolis International Airport (IND) to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH): what you need to know
The timezone in Athens is UTC+2, which is six hours ahead of Indianapolis.
Give yourself plenty of time to make your IND to ATH flight. As a general rule, turn up two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Be prepared for longer queues during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Indianapolis International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Here's where you can stop between IND and ATH:
O'Hare International Airport
Newark Liberty International Airport
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Indianapolis International Airport (IND) to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Indianapolis International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport flight is C$372. A return plane ticket is currently C$780. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
To score cheap tickets from IND to ATH, book early. Airlines generally offer their best fares when flights are first released.
Finding cheap flights from Indianapolis International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport is easier if you can be flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest fares across every month and score a great deal.
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Handy information about Indianapolis International Airport (IND)
IND is located at 7800 Col. H. Weir Cook Memorial Drive.
79.86% of flights departing from Indianapolis International Airport make it to their destination on schedule.
Indianapolis International Airport is about 24 kilometres from central Indianapolis. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The journey when using public transport usually takes 1 hour.
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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 an Indianapolis International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near ATH instead:
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Lock in the lowest price by booking your vehicle from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport about three weeks in advance of your trip.
Getting from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) to central Athens
From Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport, Athens is approximately 40 kilometres away. It takes around 35 minutes to drive to the centre.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey of about 1 hour.
When to fly to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
The quietest month for a flight from Indianapolis International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport is January, while July is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to go to Athens based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
Lock in your flight from Indianapolis International 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).
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from IND to ATH in January. Average temperatures are between 4ºC (39ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF) then.
Explore more of Greece
You've visited Athens, now it's time to explore other corners of Greece. Journey about 306 kilometres north to Thessaloniki to check off its top attractions. From Arch of Galerius to Aristotelous Square and Museum of Byzantine Culture, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Larisa is another essential stop in Greece and is around 209 kilometres north-west of Athens. No journey is complete without visiting Agioi Saranta, Saint George Orthodox Church and Second Ancient Theatre.