Flying from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) to Falcone-Borsellino Airport (PMO): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Falcone-Borsellino Airport is 1 hour 49 minutes. Palermo's timezone is UTC+1, which makes Palermo 1 hour behind Athens.
Be prepared for bigger queues in popular months such as August and other peak periods. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
Jetting into Palermo (and seeing more of Italy!) is a breeze with Aegean Airlines. This popular carrier offers direct flights from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Falcone-Borsellino Airport.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see the options for flights from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Falcone-Borsellino Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Popular stopovers between ATH and PMO are:
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport
Santorini International Airport
Palese Airport
Before getting your cheap ticket from ATH to PMO, check if you need a visa to enter Italy. Travel document and visa requirements can differ and are updated frequently. To get the latest information, get in touch with the nearest embassy or consulate of the country you're travelling to.
How to find the cheapest flights from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) to Falcone-Borsellino Airport (PMO)
RM111 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Falcone-Borsellino Airport. A return flight starts at RM321. These prices can change depending on demand and availability.
To get cheap tickets from ATH to PMO, book your journey 9 months before the departure date.
May is the cheapest month for tickets from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Falcone-Borsellino Airport. If you'd like to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for each month.
Sign into your online account or use the app to set up a Price Alert. We'll get in touch straight away if there's a cheaper deal on this route. It's easy to do, and it'll save you the hassle of searching for cheap tickets from ATH to PMO every day.
Tailor your trip with filters. Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Falcone-Borsellino Airport.
Handy information about Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
Travelling from central Athens to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport takes approximately 59 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a cab, you'll cover the 40 kilometres in 37 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Need a convenient hotel close to ATH? If you've booked an early flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Falcone-Borsellino Airport, these stays will have you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Falcone-Borsellino Airport (PMO)
If you have a late flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Falcone-Borsellino Airport, few things top the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these options near PMO:
Getting from Falcone-Borsellino Airport (PMO) to central Palermo
From Falcone-Borsellino Airport, Palermo is approximately 32 kilometres away. It takes around 39 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It'll take around 1 hour and 55 minutes when travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Falcone-Borsellino Airport (PMO)
August is the busiest month for flights from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Falcone-Borsellino Airport. To skip the crowds, head to Palermo in February.
When booking your flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Falcone-Borsellino Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Palermo, with the temperature ranging from 21ºC to 32ºC.
February sees average temperatures of between 6ºC and 16ºC. Search for cheap tickets from ATH to PMO around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Palermo
Start your Palermo trip right by finding a great stay. Once you've booked your flight from ATH to PMO, check out our selection of accommodation options including:
All great holidays should include a little sightseeing. Giardino Alberico Gentili, Giardino Pubblico D. Sagona and Monumento dedicato a Don Pino Puglisi are must-have experiences during your Palermo visit.
Complete your Palermo trip with hotels and a car rental
Comparing flights is not our only party trick. Once you've secured your cheap ticket to Falcone-Borsellino Airport, explore our car rental offers that'll give you the flexibility to see the sights at your own pace. Next, have a look at our exclusive rates for hotels to find your perfect Palermo stay.