Traveling from Hancock International Airport (SYR) to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH): what you need to know
Athens's timezone is UTC+2, which makes Athens six hours ahead of Syracuse.
To ensure you catch your SYR to ATH flight, allow plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
You'll likely experience bigger queues in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Hancock International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Here are some options between SYR and ATH:
Philadelphia International Airport
Newark Liberty International Airport
O'Hare International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Hancock International Airport (SYR) to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Hancock International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport flight is $284. A return plane ticket is currently $654. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from SYR to ATH if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird deals.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Hancock International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport across every month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your travel plans aren't set in stone.
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Find the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Hancock International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by arrival and departure times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Hancock International Airport (SYR)
SYR's address is City Hall.
Of all flights departing from Hancock International Airport, 72.76% land on schedule at their destination.
To reach Hancock International Airport from central Syracuse, it'll take about 25 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 11 miles from the airport to the city center.
Expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour 10 minutes when using public transport.
Get your break off to a hassle-free start by staying near SYR. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Hancock International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Arriving at Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
Consider booking a hotel close to ATH if you have a late Hancock International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport flight. Choose one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Grab an Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport rental car and discover Athens and beyond with your own wheels. Centauro, Green Motion and Surprice are top outlets to choose from here.
Lock in the best deal by reserving your vehicle from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport around three weeks before your travel date.
Getting from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) to central Athens
From Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport, Athens is approximately 25 miles away. It takes around 35 minutes to drive to the center.
It'll take around 1 hour to get there using public transport.
When to fly to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
It's time to choose your trip dates for your flight from Hancock International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport. July is the busiest month to head to Athens. If you'd like a more relaxed vibe, go in January.
Before locking in your flight from Hancock International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport, consider the type of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Athens, with temperatures ranging from 72ºF to 99ºF.
Look for cheap tickets from SYR to ATH in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 39ºF and 57ºF on average.
Explore more of Greece
Athens is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of Greece waiting to be discovered. About 190 miles north of Athens, a trip to Thessaloniki will keep your itinerary busy. Start with leading attractions like Arch of Galerius, Aristotelous Square and Museum of Byzantine Culture.
Larisa is another well-known destination in Greece and is around 130 miles north-west of Athens. No trip is complete without visiting Agioi Saranta, Saint George Orthodox Church and Second Ancient Theatre.
