Barcelona to Athens Flights

Flights from Barcelona

Flights from Barcelona can be booked to a wide range of domestic Spanish destinations, European destinations, and other destinations around the world. Travellers starting their journey in the city of Barcelona have a number of possible ways to get to the airport, while transfers are also possible from other regional centres, such as Sitges and Girona.

Getting to Barcelona Airport

Passengers flying from Barcelona can get to the airport from the city centre in several ways. A visitor or resident who has been using the Barcelona Transport Card can use this at no extra cost on the RENFE train, which runs regularly from the city and has a stop a few minutes' walk from Terminal 2 at the airport. A shuttle bus is provided from the RENFE stop to Terminal 1. The Barcelona Transport Card can also be used on the TMB bus to the airport, although the express Aerobus requires an additional fare.

Other than the bus and the train, the airport is accessible by road for drivers and for taxis. A taxi ride should take about half an hour, while there is a long-stay car park located between the two airport terminals.

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Flying to Athens

As one of the oldest cities in the world, Athens welcomes visitors from around the world to its ancient ruins and beautiful landscapes. Flights into the area land at Athens International Airport Eleftherios Venizelos. The airport is located about twenty-six miles from downtown Athens and is a main hub for Olympic Air and Aegean Airlines. Plan your next getaway by looking up flights on ebookers.

Transportation from the Airport

There are five car rental agencies located on the arrivals level of the main terminal building for your convenience. Taxi service from the airport to the city of Athens is available at a flat daytime rate of €35 and night-time rate of €50. Four regional bus routes and the KTEL Express service routinely pick up passengers in front of the main terminal. The airport station for Metro rail service is located across the street in the terminal parking area.

Weather in Athens

Athens experiences extremely warm weather in the months of July and August, where the daily high can top 32°C. Make sure to pack swimsuits in order to make the most of the area's beaches and swim clubs. Temperatures cool down in the months of December through March, and you'll want to pack a warm jacket and layer your clothing for temperatures that average in the mid-40s.

Things to Do in Athens

The summer months in Athens are busy as thousands of European tourists take their holiday in the city. Beaches are crowded and air fares will be higher than at other times throughout the year. A good off-season time to visit the area is from April through June, when great deals can be found and the weather is warm enough to enjoy outdoor activities. Visiting historic sites such as the Parthenon and the Acropolis is a must while you are in Athens. Take time for unique experiences that include a visit to the Monastiraki Flea Market or indulge in a fresh fish lunch at the Agora-Athens Central Market. No matter what you decide to do, you'll find an exciting blend of old and new in the ancient city of Athens.