Travelling from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) to Leipzig/Halle Airport (LEJ): what you need to know
Flying over a peak time such as August? School holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer queues at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
We make it simple to get a flight with a stopover. To look at your options for flights from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Leipzig/Halle Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Some popular stopovers between ATH and LEJ are:
Vienna International Airport
Franz Josef Strauss Airport
Ioannis Kapodistrias Airport
To find out if you need a visa to enter Germany, check with your airline and the local consulate or embassy. They'll have the most up-to-date information, including any other travel documents you may need after booking your cheap ticket from ATH to LEJ.
How to find the cheapest flights from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) to Leipzig/Halle Airport (LEJ)
The best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Leipzig/Halle Airport is RM355. The cheapest price for a return flight is RM971. Keep in mind that fares can change due to availability when booking.
It's usually best to book as early as possible if you want to get cheap tickets from ATH to LEJ. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest tickets from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Leipzig/Halle Airport throughout the month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your dates aren't set in stone.
Sign into your online account or use the app to create a Price Alert. You'll get notified right away if there's a better deal on this route. It's easy to do, and it'll save you from searching for cheap tickets from ATH to LEJ every day.
Tailor your trip with filters. Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Leipzig/Halle Airport.
Handy information about Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
Located around 40 kilometres from the centre of Athens, Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport can be reached in about 37 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport will take roughly 59 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Leipzig/Halle Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays close to ATH:
Arriving at Leipzig/Halle Airport (LEJ)
Book a hotel near LEJ if you're catching a late flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Leipzig/Halle Airport. Select one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Getting from Leipzig/Halle Airport (LEJ) to central Leipzig
Leipzig/Halle Airport is approximately 21 kilometres from central Leipzig. With your own car rental or in a cab, the drive is around 25 minutes.
It takes roughly 29 minutes when travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Leipzig/Halle Airport (LEJ)
July is the busiest month for flights from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Leipzig/Halle Airport. To skip the crowds, go to Leipzig in February.
The warmest month in Leipzig is August, with temperatures ranging between 13ºC and 27ºC. Book your flights from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Leipzig/Halle Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from ATH to LEJ in January. Average temperatures are between -8ºC and 6ºC then.
More about Leipzig
Once you've booked your flights from ATH to LEJ, you'll need to find a place to stay in Leipzig. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring this popular destination:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be hard to work out where to start. St. Thomas Church (Thomaskirche), Leipzig Zoo (Zoologischer Garten Leipzig) and Bach Museum are top sights which should feature on every Leipzig itinerary.
Complete your Leipzig trip with hotels and a car rental
Once you've secured your cheap ticket to Leipzig/Halle Airport, check out the lowest prices and exclusive rates for hotels. You can also compare a range of car rental companies in one place to get the best car rental price for your Leipzig escape.