Travelling from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) to Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD): what you need to know
Around 11 hours is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Washington Dulles International Airport.
Washington DC's timezone is UTC-4, which makes Washington DC six hours behind Athens.
Flights from ATH to IAD start from 11:45 — the earliest with United Airlines. The last service of the day is at 11:45 with United Airlines. Overall, there are seven weekly Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Washington Dulles International Airport flights.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your ATH to IAD flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid a last-minute sprint to the gate.
Travelling during a peak month like July? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer lines at security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
United Airlines is your gateway to discovering Washington DC (and maybe even some other great corners of United States!). Check out the direct flights from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Washington Dulles International Airport offered by this airline.
United Airlines is the airline most travellers choose for this route.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Washington Dulles International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Some great stopovers between ATH and IAD include:
Frankfurt Airport
London Heathrow Airport
Brussels Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) to Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Washington Dulles International Airport flight is RM1,641. A round-trip ticket right now is RM2,521. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
To get cheap tickets from ATH to IAD, book your journey seven months ahead of your departure date.
The cheapest month for flights from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Washington Dulles International Airport is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have a flexible travel schedule.
You don't need to check back in every day to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you as soon as there's a better deal on cheap flights from ATH to IAD.
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Handy information about Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
77.19% of flights that depart Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
Central Athens to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport is around 40 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 35 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a journey time of around 1 hour.
Catching an early flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Washington Dulles International Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels near ATH:
Arriving at Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on an Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Washington Dulles International Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near IAD instead:
Travel at your own pace with a Washington Dulles International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Dollar, Thrifty or Sixt and venture far and wide through Washington DC and beyond.
Reserving your vehicle from Washington Dulles International Airport around one week ahead can help you get the best possible rate.
Getting from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) to central Washington DC
The street address for IAD is 1 Saarinen Circle.
From Washington Dulles International Airport, Washington DC is approximately 56 kilometres away. It takes around 50 minutes to drive to the centre.
It typically takes 3 hours 25 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
When to fly to Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
The quietest month for a flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Washington Dulles International Airport is January, while April is the most popular. Pick the best time to go to Washington DC based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
When reserving your flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Washington Dulles International Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Washington DC, with the temperature ranging from 19ºC (66ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between -6ºC (21ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF). Look for cheap tickets from ATH to IAD sometime then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of United States
New York is just one of the many places in United States waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Washington DC. Around 322 kilometres away to the north-east, its best attractions include Statue of Liberty, Central Park and Empire State Building.
Philadelphia is another well-known destination in United States and is around 193 kilometres north-east of Washington DC. No journey is complete without seeing Liberty Bell, Independence Hall and Philadelphia Museum of Art.