Flying from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) to Frankfurt: what you need to know
Book a direct flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Frankfurt and you'll be in the air for around 2 hours 46 minutes.
Frankfurt is 1 hour behind Athens, where Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport is located. Frankfurt operates on the UTC+1 timezone.
Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) to Frankfurt Airport (FRA) is the most popular route, with 247 weekly departures to pick from. If you have things to do before leaving, the last flight from ATH to FRA is with Lufthansa at 18:45. Opt for the first departure with Lufthansa at 06:10 if you want to get on your way earlier.
Leave enough time to make your flight from ATH to Frankfurt. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as August, it's a good idea to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight when you fly during a peak period in general.
Nonstop flights from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) to Frankfurt are available for booking. Frankfurt Airport (FRA) will be where your journey ends.
There's a variety of airlines that operate direct flights from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Frankfurt, including:
We make it a cinch to book a flight from ATH to Frankfurt that includes a stopover. To see your options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply choose a flight offering a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Top stopovers include:
Palese Airport (BRI)
Thessaloniki International Airport (SKG)
Chania International Airport (CHQ)
If you hold a passport from Greece and are travelling to Germany for tourism purposes, you won't need a visa. However, visa and entry requirements may vary based on the length of your trip and can be subject to change. For the most up-to-date information, contact your destination's nearest consulate or embassy before reserving a cheap ticket from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Frankfurt.
Located around 40 kilometres from the centre of Athens, ATH can be reached in approximately 37 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The same journey on public transport is roughly 59 minutes.
After a leisurely start to your trip? Stay near ATH. Whether you're catching an early flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Frankfurt or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are the answer:
How to find the cheapest flights from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) to Frankfurt
The best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Frankfurt is RM238. The cheapest price for a return flight is RM602. Bear in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Book 3 months before flying. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from ATH to Frankfurt.
Plan your trip for November. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Frankfurt. If you're flexible with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest price across each month.
Finding a cheap ticket from ATH to Frankfurt is a piece of cake with Price Alerts. Simply set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know as soon as the price has dropped.
Play around with the filters to find your ideal journey. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Frankfurt, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by airline, arrival and departure times, and journey duration.
Airports in Frankfurt
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA) is around 14 kilometres from the centre of Frankfurt. With your own car rental or if you take a cab, the drive is about 21 minutes.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey of about 37 minutes.
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Frankfurt. Book one of these accommodation options near FRA instead:
Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN)
Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN) is around 121 kilometres from the centre of Frankfurt. After your flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Frankfurt, it'll take you around 1 hour and 32 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
Public transport will get you there in about 2 hours and 40 minutes.
After your flight from ATH to Frankfurt, settle in at a hotel close to HHN. These are some great options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:
Best time to go to Frankfurt
July is the busiest month for flights from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Frankfurt. To escape the crowds, travel to Frankfurt in February when things are quieter.
When booking your flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Frankfurt, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Frankfurt, with the temperature ranging from 12ºC to 28ºC.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, lock in a cheap flight from ATH to Frankfurt in January when temperatures average between -4ºC and 7ºC.
More about Frankfurt
Once you've booked your flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Frankfurt, think about where you want to stay in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Frankfurt:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to know where to start. Palmengarten, Goethe House and Frankfurt Cathedral are highlights which should feature on any good Frankfurt itinerary.
Complete your Frankfurt trip with a car rental
Select one of our car rentals in Frankfurt and explore the city at your leisure. Easily compare rates in one place to find your perfect ride once you've locked in your hotel and cheap flights from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Frankfurt.