Travelling from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD): what you need to know
Sydney's timezone is UTC+11, making Sydney nine hours ahead of Athens.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to catch your ATH to SYD flight.
You can expect longer lines during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
If you want to include a stop along the way, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between ATH and SYD:
Hamad International Airport
Dubai Airport
Abu Dhabi International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
At the moment, £283 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is £589. Remember that fares can change due to availability when booking.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from ATH to SYD if you book in advance. Airlines often have some amazing early bird rates.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport across the month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your trip dates aren't set in stone.
Snapping up cheap flights from ATH to SYD is easy with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know when a lower fare pops up.
Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport.
Handy information about Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
Of all flights departing from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport, 77.19% touch down on time at their destination.
Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport is around 25 miles from central Athens. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 35 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Expect a trip time of about 1 hour on public transport.
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Arriving at Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
Consider booking a hotel close to SYD if you're on a late Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport flight. Select one of these options and skip the long transfer after landing:
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To get the best deal, book your ride from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport about two weeks before travelling.
Getting from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to central Sydney
Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to the centre of Sydney has a drive time of around 20 minutes. It's approximately 11 miles away.
Getting there by public transport typically takes 25 minutes.
When to fly to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
April is the busiest month for flights from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport. To escape the crowds, go to Sydney in April.
Before locking in your flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. January is the warmest month in Sydney, with the temperature ranging from 17ºC (63ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from ATH to SYD in July. Average temperatures are between 5ºC (41ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF) then.
Explore more of Australia
You've visited Sydney, now it's time to discover other corners of Australia. Journey around 150 miles south-west to Canberra to tick off its popular sights. From Australian War Memorial to National Gallery of Australia and Parliament House, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Around 75 miles north-east of Sydney, Newcastle is another favourite stop in Australia. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Newcastle Beach, Nobbys Beach and Merewether Beach.
