Travelling from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) to Vancouver: what you need to know
Vancouver is nine hours behind Athens, where Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport is located. Vancouver runs on the UTC-7 timezone.
For hassle-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. That way, you can comfortably board your ATH to Vancouver flight.
Travelling during a peak time like a bank holiday? Expect longer lines at check-in and security. Give yourself extra leeway and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
We make it a breeze to book plane tickets from ATH to Vancouver with a stopover. To see all the options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Major stopovers include:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Located around 12 miles from central Athens, ATH can be reached in about 35 minutes by car. The journey on public transport takes roughly 1 hour.
Have an early flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Vancouver? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels near ATH:
77.19% of flights leaving from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
How to find the cheapest flights from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) to Vancouver
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Vancouver flight is £213. The cheapest price for a return flight is £424. Bear in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to land cheap flights from ATH to Vancouver if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird deals.
If you can be flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the cheapest price across every month when searching for an Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Vancouver ticket.
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Airports in Vancouver
Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
Vancouver International Airport (YVR) is around 9 miles from the centre of Vancouver. If you're getting a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes about 25 minutes.
Getting to the centre on public transport typically takes 35 minutes.
If you have a late flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Vancouver, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these accommodation options near YVR:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Vancouver International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Routes Car Rentals, Thrifty or Avis and see more of Vancouver and beyond.
Secure the lowest price by booking your ride from Vancouver International Airport about one week ahead of your flight from ATH to Vancouver.
Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport (CXH)
Central Vancouver is around 1 mile from Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport (CXH). After your flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Vancouver has landed and you've made your way to arrivals, expect a drive of about 5 minutes.
You can expect the journey to take roughly 15 minutes on public transport.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and rest at a hotel near CXH. Here are a few options where you can take a load off after your ATH to Vancouver flight:
Avoid filling out paperwork at the rental desk by having everything prearranged. Reserve your ride from CXH in advance so you can just grab the keys and be on your way.
Abbotsford Airport (YXX)
Abbotsford Airport (YXX) is around 40 miles from central Vancouver. It takes about 1 hour to reach the city centre in a ride-share or cab once you've hopped off your flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Vancouver.
If you're using public transport, the journey will take you about 1 hour 30 minutes.
Enjoy a quiet, low-key start to your break by choosing a hotel near YXX after your ATH to Vancouver flight. Unwind after a day of travel or just give yourself time to settle into a new destination at:
Take control of the next leg of your trip by picking up an Abbotsford Airport rental car. Hertz, Thrifty and Enterprise make getting on the road smooth sailing.
About one week before your flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Vancouver is the ideal time to book your ride from YXX. You're likely to find a better rate or pick up some early bird promotions.
Best time to go to Vancouver
Carefully consider your travel dates before securing your flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Vancouver. The city comes alive during high season, but hotel prices are often higher and top attractions can be busy. Plan your trip to Vancouver in the low season if you want a quieter vibe.
Lock in an Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Vancouver plane ticket with a departure in August to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 13ºC (55ºF) to 24ºC (75ºF).
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from ATH to Vancouver in December when temperatures average between -1ºC (30ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF).
More about Vancouver
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Vancouver right here. Explore these options as soon as you've booked your flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Vancouver:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be tricky to know where to begin. Granville Island, Stanley Park and Science World are highlights which should feature on every Vancouver itinerary.
Explore more of Canada
You've seen Vancouver, now it's time to explore more of Canada. Travel around 170 miles east to Kelowna to tick off its top attractions. From Kasugai Japanese Garden to Waterfront Park and Mary Ann Collinson Memorial Park, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Kamloops is another standout destination in Canada and is around 160 miles north-east of Vancouver. No trip is complete without seeing Riverside Park, Kamloops Art Gallery and BIG Little Science Centre.