Flying from Amman to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH): What you need to know
Amman's main base, Queen Alia International Airport (AMM), is where new adventures begin. Explore the departure options from here when planning your flight from Amman to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH).
Expect to be travelling for 2 hours 35 minutes. On average, that's the duration of a direct Amman to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport flight.
Athens's timezone is UTC+2, which is the same as Amman. Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport is located in Athens.
Take your pick of 8 direct services each week between Queen Alia International Airport (AMM) and Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH). This is the most popular route, with Aegean Airlines offering a 4:15am departure from AMM to ATH.
Your flight from Amman to ATH won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
Peak travel periods mean busier airports, so aim to get there even earlier. Give yourself at least two hours before a domestic flight and four hours for an international journey to keep to your schedule.
Airports in Amman
Queen Alia International Airport (AMM)
Take the express route from Queen Alia International Airport (AMM). Nonstop flights from Amman to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) are available from here.
When jetting out of AMM, you can catch a direct flight from Amman to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport with Royal Jordanian.
Royal Jordanian is the most frequently chosen airline for flights from AMM to ATH.
Among carriers on this route, Royal Jordanian has the best track record for timely arrivals.
The distance from central Amman to AMM is around 40 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 45 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Catching an early flight from Amman to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by staying at one of these stays near Queen Alia International Airport:
Queen Alia International Airport earns top marks for its on-time performance. 85.48% of flights that take off from AMM arrive at their destination on time.
About Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
Have a late flight from Amman to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport? Don't let it stretch your travel day into tomorrow. Check in to one of these hotels near ATH and be in snooze mode sooner:
Pick up an Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport rental car and discover Athens and beyond with your own wheels. Centauro, Green Motion and Surprice are top providers to choose from here.
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your vehicle around three weeks ahead of your Amman to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport flight.
Getting from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) to central Athens
Central Athens is around 40 kilometres from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport and takes about 35 minutes to reach by car. Explore your options for getting into the city, whether that's with a car hire, cab or ride-share.
Travelling on public transport takes about 1 hour.
How to find the cheapest flights from Amman to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
Currently, RM163 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Amman to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is RM329. Keep in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
To snag cheap flights from Amman to ATH, book your ticket seven months before your departure date.
December is when you're most likely to find a fantastic deal on an Amman to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport ticket. If you'd like to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices across every month.
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The best time to fly from Amman to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
August is when most people book flights from Amman to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH). Plan your visit to Athens in February if you prefer a quieter experience.
The warmest month in Athens is July, with temperatures ranging between 22ºC (72ºF) and 37ºC (99ºF). Book your Amman to ATH plane ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Amman to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport in January when temperatures are between 4ºC (39ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF).
More about Athens
Once you've booked your flight from Amman to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Athens:
Your visit to Athens isn't complete without checking out the sights. Big-name attractions that are worth your time include Acropolis of Athens, The Parthenon and Erechtheion.
Explore more of Greece
Larisa is just one of the many places in Greece waiting to be explored once you've seen Athens. Around 225 kilometres away to the north-west, top sights here include Ancient Theatre A, War Memorial and Larissa Ancient Ruins.
Around 306 kilometres north of Athens, Kalamaria is another favourite stop in Greece. Experience major highlights starting with Thetidos Park, Nautical Club of Thessaloniki and Kalamaria Marina Recreational Park.
