Flying from Stansted Airport (STN) to Samos Airport (SMI): what you need to know
The timezone in Samos is UTC+2, which is two hours ahead of London.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your STN to SMI flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.
You'll likely experience longer queues during popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
If you want to include a stop along the way, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Stansted Airport to Samos Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between STN and SMI:
Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport
Vienna International Airport
Vaclav Havel Airport Prague
How to find the cheapest flights from Stansted Airport (STN) to Samos Airport (SMI)
Currently, RM318 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Stansted Airport to Samos Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is RM645. Bear in mind that fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
It's usually smart to book in advance if you want to find cheap tickets from STN to SMI. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
Getting cheap flights from Stansted Airport to Samos Airport is more likely if you're flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the lowest prices across every month and score a great deal.
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Handy information about Stansted Airport (STN)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Stansted Airport, 64.73% of flights complete their journey on time.
Stansted Airport is around 64 kilometres from central London. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 1 hour or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a journey time of around 1 hour 25 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Stansted Airport to Samos Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels near STN:
Arriving at Samos Airport (SMI)
If you're getting in on a late Stansted Airport to Samos Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these accommodation options near SMI:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Samos Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Exer Rent A Car, Alamo or Green Motion and explore beyond Samos's main sights.
For the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Samos Airport around one week before you travel.
Getting from Samos Airport (SMI) to central Samos
Samos Airport is approximately 14 kilometres from the centre of Samos. The drive time takes around 20 minutes.
When to fly to Samos Airport (SMI)
It's time to plan your travel dates for your flight from Stansted Airport to Samos Airport. July is the most popular month to visit Samos. If you want a more relaxed vibe, go in January.
When booking your flight from Stansted Airport to Samos Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Samos, with the temperature ranging from 22ºC (72ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from STN to SMI in January. Temperatures average between 7ºC (45ºF) and 15ºC (59ºF) then.
Explore more of Greece
Athens is just one of the many cities in Greece waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Samos. Around 290 kilometres away to the west, its best attractions include Museum of the Centre for the Acropolis Studies, Acropolis of Athens and The Parthenon.
Around 467 kilometres north-west of Samos, Thessaloniki is another essential stop in Greece. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Arch of Galerius, Aristotelous Square and Museum of Byzantine Culture.