Traveling from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH): what you need to know
3 hours 15 minutes is the average length of a direct flight from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport. Athens is 1 hour ahead of Amsterdam and is in the UTC+2 timezone.
Choose from 43 weekly flights from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport. The 05:45 departure with KLM is the earliest flight out between AMS and ATH. Transavia operates the latest service of the day at 22:35 if early mornings aren't your thing.
During popular months such as June, you'll want to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're traveling during a high season in general.
One simple journey from AMS to ATH is all it takes to get to Athens, Greece. You'll find a variety of carriers that run direct flights from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport, including:
If you prefer a stopover for your flight from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' and explore your options. These are the most popular stopovers between AMS and ATH:
Franz Josef Strauss Airport
Vaclav Havel Airport Prague
Palese Airport
To see if you need a visa to enter Greece, contact your carrier and the local embassy or consulate. They'll give you the latest information, including additional documents you may need after booking your cheap ticket from AMS to ATH.
How to find the cheapest flights from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
The best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport is $96. The cheapest price for a return flight is $163. Keep in mind that fares could change due to availability at the time of booking.
Book 3 months before traveling. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap tickets from AMS to ATH.
The cheapest month for tickets from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport is November. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have flexible travel dates.
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Handy information about Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Located around 23 kilometers from central Amsterdam, Amsterdam Airport Schiphol can be reached in about 23 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The same journey by public transport is roughly 1 hour and 3 minutes.
Got an early flight from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays near AMS:
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 flight from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options near ATH instead:
Getting from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) to central Athens
From Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport, Athens is approximately 40 kilometers away. It takes around 37 minutes to reach the center driving.
Getting to the center by public transport will take you around 59 minutes.
When to fly to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
The quietest month for a flight from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport is February, while August is the busiest. Pick the best time to go to Athens based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
When booking your flight from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport, think about the type of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Athens, with the temperature ranging from 22ºC to 37ºC.
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from AMS to ATH in January. Average temperatures are between 4ºC and 14ºC then.
More about Athens
If you're looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Athens right here. Explore these options once you've booked your flight from AMS to ATH:
Museum of the Center for the Acropolis Studies and Acropolis of Athens are a couple of big attractions to add to your Athens travel itinerary. Keep the sightseeing going at The Parthenon.
Complete your Athens trip with hotels and a car rental
We don't just compare flights. Once you've booked your cheap ticket to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport, check out our great car rental deals that'll give you the flexibility to travel around at your own pace. Then, take a look at our exclusive rates for hotels to find the ideal Athens stay.
