Flying from Tampa to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH): What you need to know
Tampa's main base, Tampa International Airport (TPA), is where many great holidays begin. Explore your departure options from here for your flight from Tampa to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH).
Athens is six hours ahead of Tampa. Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport is located in Athens, which runs on the UTC+2 timezone.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Be at the airport with enough time to catch your flight from Tampa to ATH.
Longer lines at security and check-in are likely if you're flying during high season, so allow a little extra breathing room. The recommendation for peak periods? Arrive up to four hours early for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
Airports in Tampa
Tampa International Airport (TPA)
TPA is about 13 kilometres from central Tampa. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the journey time to be around 55 minutes.
In search of a convenient hotel close to Tampa International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Tampa to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure gate:
When it comes to Tampa International Airport's on-time performance, 78.59% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
TPA is located at 5507 West Spruce Street.
St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport (PIE)
You can arrive at PIE from the centre of Tampa in approximately 25 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The ride on public transport will take roughly 2 hours 10 minutes to cover the 29 kilometres or so.
Flying out early in the morning? Think about staying at one of these accommodation options near St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport the day before your Tampa to ATH flight:
When it comes to keeping flights punctual, St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 77.01%.
PIE is located at Suite 221 - Terminal Building.
About Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
Have a late flight from Tampa to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport? Don't let it steal your sleep. Check in to one of these hotels near ATH and fast-forward to bedtime:
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Get the best deal by booking your vehicle around three weeks before your Tampa 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. See what your options are for getting into town, whether that's with a car hire, cab or ride-share.
Travelling by public transport takes around 1 hour.
How to find the cheapest flights from Tampa to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
RM1,556 is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from Tampa to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport. A return flight starts from RM1,916. These fares may change depending on demand and availability.
Booking early is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Tampa to ATH. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the closer your departure date, the more it could cost you.
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The best time to fly from Tampa to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
It's time to figure out when to book your flight from Tampa to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH). August is the most popular month to visit Athens. If you prefer a quieter vibe, go in February.
When booking your Tampa to ATH plane ticket, consider what kind of weather you prefer. July is the warmest month in Athens, with temperatures ranging from 22ºC (72ºF) to 37ºC (99ºF).
January sees temperatures of between 4ºC (39ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF). Look for cheap tickets from Tampa to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Athens
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Athens right here. Browse these hotels after locking in your flight from Tampa to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport:
Acropolis of Athens and The Parthenon are just a couple of the big attractions to put on your Athens travel itinerary. Keep the momentum going by heading to Erechtheion.
Explore more of Greece
Larisa is just one of the many cities in Greece waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Athens. Around 225 kilometres away to the north-west, popular attractions include Ancient Theatre A, War Memorial and Larissa Ancient Ruins.
Around 306 kilometres north of Athens, Kalamaria is another favourite stop in Greece. Start your sightseeing at Thetidos Park, Nautical Club of Thessaloniki and Kalamaria Marina Recreational Park.