Travelling from Bilbao Airport (BIO) to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH): what you need to know
Book a direct flight from Bilbao Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 3 hours 20 minutes.
The timezone in Athens is UTC+2, which is one hour ahead of Bilbao.
Give yourself enough time to make your BIO to ATH flight. It's generally best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a peak time such as July? Public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Aegean Airlines has direct flights from Bilbao Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to see the sights in Athens — and maybe even more of Greece if you have time.
Most travellers choose to travel with Aegean Airlines on this route.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Bilbao Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Top stopovers between BIO and ATH include:
Zurich Airport
Geneve Airport
Barcelona-El Prat Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Bilbao Airport (BIO) to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
ج.م. 2,676 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Bilbao Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport flight. Return flights start at ج.م. 6,257. These prices may change based on demand and availability.
Book ten months before flying. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from BIO to ATH.
Plan your trip for September. That's the cheapest month for flights from Bilbao Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport. If you have flexibility with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest price across every month.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from BIO to ATH by setting up a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Bilbao Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport.
Handy information about Bilbao Airport (BIO)
82.76% of flights leaving Bilbao Airport land at their destination as planned. With its strong performance rating, delays are unlikely when flying out of BIO.
Bilbao Airport is about 6 kilometres from central Bilbao. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 10 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
You can expect a trip time of around 30 minutes when using public transport.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to BIO? If you've booked an early flight from Bilbao Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
Book a hotel near ATH if you have a late Bilbao Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport flight. Choose one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up an Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Centauro, Green Motion or Surprice and explore beyond Athens's usual tourist stops.
Secure the lowest price by booking your ride from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport about three weeks before your trip.
Getting from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) to central Athens
Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to the centre of Athens has a drive time of around 35 minutes. It's approximately 40 kilometres away.
It takes roughly 1 hour if you're travelling on public transport.
When to fly to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
It's time to plan your travel dates for your flight from Bilbao Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport. July is the most popular month to head to Athens. If you like a more laid-back vibe, go in January.
The warmest month in Athens is July, with the temperature ranging between 22ºC and 37ºC. Book your flights from Bilbao Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from BIO to ATH in January. Average temperatures are between 4ºC and 14ºC then.
Explore more of Greece
Thessaloniki is just one of the many places in Greece waiting to be explored after you've experienced Athens. Around 306 kilometres away to the north, top sights here include Arch of Galerius, Aristotelous Square and Museum of Byzantine Culture.
If you're ready to explore another great destination in Greece, head for Larisa, about 209 kilometres north-west of Athens. Agioi Saranta, Saint George Orthodox Church and Second Ancient Theatre are key reasons to visit.
