Travelling from Kuala Lumpur to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH): what you need to know
Kuala Lumpur has two main airports where you can start your adventure. Check out your options for booking a flight from Kuala Lumpur to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) flying out of Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) or Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB).
The timezone in Athens is UTC+2, which is 6 hours behind Kuala Lumpur. Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport is located in Athens.
To ensure you catch your flight from Kuala Lumpur to ATH, allow plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Head to the airport even earlier during popular months like August. Aim for two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights. Once you've checked in, you can use any extra time to relax or go over your itinerary.
Airports in Kuala Lumpur
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to take a travel break — and possibly even explore a different city. When browsing flights from Kuala Lumpur to ATH departing from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Popular options include:
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH)
Hamad International Airport (DOH)
From central Kuala Lumpur, KUL is around 64 kilometres away. Check the official airport website or use navigation apps to find the best way to get there.
Searching for a convenient hotel near Kuala Lumpur International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Kuala Lumpur to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:
Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB)
Make the most of your holiday with a stopover on your flight from Kuala Lumpur to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport. Visit friends or family or tick a new city off your list. Whatever you decide to do, check out these stops between Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport and ATH:
Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH)
Sharjah International Airport (SHJ)
Hamad International Airport (DOH)
You can get to SZB from the centre of Kuala Lumpur in about 27 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport takes roughly 1 hour and 32 minutes to cover the 24 kilometres or so.
You're off on holiday, so why not enjoy an extra night away? Consider checking in to one of these accommodation options near Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport the day before your flight from Kuala Lumpur to ATH:
About Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Kuala Lumpur to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport. Stay at one of these accommodation options near ATH instead:
Getting from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) to central Athens
Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to the centre of Athens takes around 37 minutes by car. It's approximately 40 kilometres away. Discover what options are available, such as cabs, car rentals or ride-sharing services.
Getting to the centre by public transport takes about 59 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Kuala Lumpur to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
RM837 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Kuala Lumpur to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport. Return flights start from RM1,741. Prices are subject to change based on availability and may vary at the time of booking.
We suggest booking as early as possible to get cheap tickets from Kuala Lumpur to ATH. You're more likely to snag a great deal and enjoy a wider choice of departure times and travel dates.
If you're flexible with your trip dates, make the most of the 'Whole month' tool. It'll find the lowest price in every month when searching for your ticket from Kuala Lumpur to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport.
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The best time to fly from Kuala Lumpur to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
August is the most popular month for flights from Kuala Lumpur to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport. To avoid the crowds, plan your trip to Athens in February when things are quieter.
Book your flight from Kuala Lumpur to ATH for July if you're eager to head to the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Athens to range from 22ºC to 37ºC.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from Kuala Lumpur to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport in January when temperatures average between 4ºC and 14ºC.
More about Athens
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Athens right here. Explore these hotels after locking in your flight from Kuala Lumpur to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport:
Museum of the Centre for the Acropolis Studies and Acropolis of Athens are just the start of the major attractions to add to your Athens travel itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out The Parthenon.
Complete your Athens trip with a car rental
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