Vienna to Athens Flights

Travel from Vienna Airport

Flights from Vienna International Airport, located 19 kilometres from Vienna, mean enjoying access to many world destinations amongst the appointments of a modern transport hub. The airport has three terminals, is Austria's largest airport and serves a number of airlines.

Vienna Airport can be reached by road or train. To travel to the airport by car take the motorway 44 and turn off at the exit marked Flughafen. Depending on traffic, this should take around 25 minutes. Alternatively, travellers can take a taxi or a coach. Vienna Airport Lines has a regular service to the airport, which, depending on the departure point, takes between 20 to 35 minutes. The airport can be reached by train either by taking the S-Bahn, which is relatively slow due to many stops, or the City Airport Train which takes just 16 minutes and has a direct connection from the Wien Mitte station in the city centre.

Vienna Airport has several parking areas accommodating up to 23,000 vehicles. Car parks include 2 short-term, a long-term and 2 multi-storey car parks. The cost of parking is the same for the short-term and multi-storey car parks and slightly cheaper for the long-term car park. There are a number of spaces which are specially designated for handicapped drivers. For those catching an early morning flight there are a number of hotels at the airport as well as a range of shops and restaurants.

To find the flight you want, using your mobile, search for 'Flights Vienna' or go to ebookers.com to find flights from Vienna to Athens for a variety of routes.

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.