Travelling from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) to Glasgow: what you need to know
Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport is located in Athens. Based in the UTC+0 timezone, Glasgow is two hours behind Athens.
Allow plenty of time to get on your ATH to Glasgow flight. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Heading off during a peak time like school or public holidays? Expect longer lines at check-in and security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to break up your journey and maybe even tick off a new city. When searching for flight tickets from ATH to Glasgow, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Here are some popular options to consider:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
ATH is around 19 kilometres from central Athens. If you're catching a cab, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the travel time to be around 1 hour.
Want a relaxed start to your journey? Stay near ATH. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Glasgow or don't want departure day to feel hectic, these hotels put convenience first:
Of all flights leaving Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport, 77.19% land on schedule at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) to Glasgow
RM311 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Glasgow flight. A return flight ticket starts from RM794. These fares can change depending on demand.
Booking early is often the key to locking in a cheap flight from ATH to Glasgow. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the nearer your departure date, the more you'll likely spend on your ticket.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the cheapest price across every month when searching for an Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Glasgow ticket.
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Airports in Glasgow
Glasgow International Airport (GLA)
Glasgow International Airport (GLA) to the centre of Glasgow takes around 15 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 14 kilometres away.
Getting to the centre on public transport takes around 35 minutes.
Consider staying in a hotel near GLA if you're coming in on a late flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Glasgow. Settle into one of these options and make your first night all about rest:
Hit the road running by picking up a Glasgow International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Green Motion, Drivalia or Alamo to explore Glasgow and beyond.
Get the best deal by booking your ride from Glasgow International Airport around three weeks in advance of your flight from ATH to Glasgow.
Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK)
Once your flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Glasgow has touched down, you can make your way to the city centre in about 40 minutes by car. Central Glasgow is roughly 48 kilometres from Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK).
If you're catching public transport, it'll take around 55 minutes.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and unwind at a hotel near PIK. Here are a few options where you can kick back after your ATH to Glasgow flight:
Europcar, Keddy By Europcar and Arnold Clark make picking up a Glasgow Prestwick Airport rental car simple. These trusted companies are located in or around the terminal and will have you behind the wheel before you know it.
Snap up a deal by reserving your ride from PIK two weeks in advance. You can also expect to have a bigger selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Glasgow
Before booking your flights from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Glasgow, consider which time of year works best for you. Peak season in Glasgow offers a bustling atmosphere and plenty of things to do, while low season means you'll get cheaper hotel deals and smaller crowds.
The warmest month in Glasgow is July, with temperatures ranging between 9ºC (48ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF). Lock in your Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Glasgow flight ticket then if that's the weather you find most pleasant.
Look for cheap tickets from ATH to Glasgow in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -1ºC (30ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF) on average.
More about Glasgow
After booking your flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Glasgow, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Glasgow:
All great journeys should include a little sightseeing. Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum, Glasgow Cathedral and Riverside Museum are essential stops on your Glasgow itinerary.
Explore more of United Kingdom
You've seen Glasgow, now it's time to discover other parts of United Kingdom. Journey around 402 kilometres south-east to Birmingham to check off its leading attractions. From Cadbury World to The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
If there's time to check out another side of United Kingdom, consider Cardiff, roughly 499 kilometres south of Glasgow. Cardiff Castle, Bute Park and Cardiff Bay are among the biggest draws.