Travelling from Dusseldorf to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH): what you need to know
Start your holiday planning by considering where you'll catch your flight from Dusseldorf to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH). Dusseldorf International Airport (DUS) and Weeze Airport (NRN) are the two main airports in Dusseldorf.
3 hours is the average duration of a direct flight from Dusseldorf to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport.
The timezone in Athens is UTC+2, which is 1 hour ahead of Dusseldorf. Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport is located in Athens.
The most popular route is from Dusseldorf International Airport (DUS) to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH), with 89 direct services every week. If you'd like to head off as soon as possible, the earliest flight from DUS to ATH is the 05:50 Eurowings service. If you prefer travelling later, the final departure is at 20:30 with Aegean Airlines.
Your flight from Dusseldorf to ATH won't wait if you're late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
Be prepared for longer lines during popular months like June 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.
Airports in Dusseldorf
Dusseldorf International Airport (DUS)
You can find a direct flight from Dusseldorf to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) out of Dusseldorf International Airport (DUS).
Top airlines that have direct flights from Dusseldorf to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport leaving from DUS include:
Consider adding a stopover to possibly find a cheaper flight from Dusseldorf to ATH. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Dusseldorf International Airport (DUS). Break up your trip (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these popular airports:
Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ)
Thessaloniki International Airport (SKG)
From central Dusseldorf, DUS is approximately 10 kilometres away. Use navigation apps or check the official airport website to work out the best way to arrive at the terminal.
Booked an early flight from Dusseldorf to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to Dusseldorf International Airport:
Weeze Airport (NRN)
Prefer to leave from Weeze Airport (NRN)? You can reserve a direct flight from Dusseldorf to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) departing from this hub.
Break up your flight from Dusseldorf to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport with a stop so you can freshen up or perhaps go somewhere you've never been before. Some great stopovers between Weeze Airport and ATH are:
Thessaloniki International Airport (SKG)
Copenhagen Airport (CPH)
Tirana International Airport (TIA)
You can reach NRN from central Dusseldorf in approximately 1 hour and 4 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The journey by public transport will take roughly 2 hours and 18 minutes to travel the 80 kilometres or so.
Get your holiday started early with an extra night away from home. Before your flight from Dusseldorf to ATH, take it easy in one of these hotels close to Weeze Airport:
About Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Dusseldorf to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options near ATH instead:
Getting from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) to central Athens
From Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport, Athens is approximately 40 kilometres away. It takes around 37 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Travelling by public transport takes about 59 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Dusseldorf to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
Pick up a one-way ticket from Dusseldorf to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport from ₹ 5,340 or travel return from just ₹ 12,149. Fares listed are subject to change and may differ when you make your booking.
Book 11 months before you want to travel. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure flight tickets from Dusseldorf to ATH.
The cheapest month for tickets from Dusseldorf to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport is August. Use the 'Whole month' search feature to find the most affordable day to fly if you're flexible with your plans.
Create a Price Alert and keep track of changes on this route through email or push notifications. You'll be the first to know when prices go down. The right timing can be the key to finding flight tickets from Dusseldorf to ATH.
Use the filters to tailor your flights from Dusseldorf to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport. Enter your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals.
The best time to fly from Dusseldorf to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
August is the busiest month to catch a flight from Dusseldorf to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport while February is the quietest. To work out the ideal time to visit Athens, consider whether you like a lively atmosphere or a quieter vibe.
Book your flight from Dusseldorf to ATH for July if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Athens to range from 22ºC to 37ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between 4ºC and 14ºC. Search for cheap flights from Dusseldorf to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport sometime then if you like cooler conditions.
More about Athens
Once you've booked your flight from Dusseldorf to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport, think about where to rest your head in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Athens:
Museum of the Centre for the Acropolis Studies and Acropolis of Athens are just two of the major attractions to put on your Athens travel itinerary. Keep the momentum going by heading to The Parthenon.
Complete your Athens trip with a car rental
Once you've locked in your hotel and cheap flight from Dusseldorf to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport, the next step is choosing one of our car rentals in Athens. Check out the offers and easily compare options on price, pick-up convenience, fuel policies, and more.
