Traveling from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) to Ercan Airport (ECN): what you need to know
Athens and Nicosia are both in the UTC+2 timezone. That means there's no time difference to adjust for.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your ATH to ECN flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
Traveling during a peak time like July? Public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Ercan Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Check out these options between ATH and ECN:
Istanbul Ataturk Airport
Izmir Adnan Menderes Airport
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) to Ercan Airport (ECN)
$90 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Ercan Airport flight. Return flights start from $228. These prices may change depending on demand and availability.
It's a good idea to book as early as possible if you want to get cheap tickets from ATH to ECN. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
Finding cheap flights from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Ercan Airport is easy if you're flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the lowest prices across each month and land a great deal.
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Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Ercan Airport.
Handy information about Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
Of the flights that depart from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport, 77.19% arrive on time at their destination.
Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport is about 25 miles from central Athens. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the center, it'll take 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a trip time of around 1 hour.
Have an early flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Ercan Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these stays close to ATH:
Arriving at Ercan Airport (ECN)
Consider checking in to Immaculate 2-bed Penthouse in Kyrenia after arriving from your Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Ercan Airport flight. It's not too far from ECN and a comfortable option if you'd like to catch some z's soon after landing.
Travel at your own speed with an Ercan Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from gri rent, Nissa Car Rental or Oscar Rent A Car and see more of Nicosia and beyond.
Reserving your ride from Ercan Airport about three weeks in advance gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
Getting from Ercan Airport (ECN) to central Nicosia
From Ercan Airport, Nicosia is approximately 30 miles away. It takes around 1 hour 10 minutes to drive to the center.
When to fly to Ercan Airport (ECN)
The quietest month for a flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Ercan Airport is April, while July is the busiest. Choose the best time to visit Nicosia based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
When reserving your flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Ercan Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Nicosia, with the temperature ranging from 73ºF to 100ºF.
If you like traveling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from ATH to ECN in February. Average temperatures are between 43ºF and 66ºF then.
Explore more of Cyprus
You've visited Nicosia, now it's time to explore other parts of Cyprus. Journey about 40 miles south-west to Limassol to tick off its leading attractions. From Πλατεία Συντάγματος - Plac Syntagma to Syrou Park and Linear Park Lellas karagianni, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Around 25 miles south-east of Nicosia, Larnaca is another essential stop in Cyprus. Start your sightseeing at Larnaca Salt Lake, Landmark of Hala Sultan Tekkesi and Saint Lazarus Church.
