Flying from Muscat International Airport (MCT) to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH): what you need to know
Athens's timezone is UTC+2, making Athens two hours behind Muscat.
Your MCT to ATH flight won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
You can expect bigger queues in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures will give you ample time for security and boarding.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Muscat International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Top stopovers between MCT and ATH include:
Dubai Airport
Bahrain International Airport
Abu Dhabi International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Muscat International Airport (MCT) to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
Right now, £91 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Muscat International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is £214. Remember that fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from MCT to ATH if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird rates.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Muscat International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport throughout the entire month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your trip dates aren't set in stone.
There's no need to check every day to find out if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll update you as soon as the price changes on cheap flights from MCT to ATH.
Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Muscat International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport.
Handy information about Muscat International Airport (MCT)
Muscat International Airport scores top marks for its on-time performance. 85.46% of flights that take off from MCT reach their destination without delay.
Muscat International Airport is about 7 miles from central Muscat. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 10 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The trip on public transport typically takes 1 hour 50 minutes.
Need a convenient hotel near MCT? If you're boarding an early flight from Muscat International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
If you're getting in on a late Muscat International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport flight, few things top the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these accommodation options near ATH:
Travel at your own speed with an Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Centauro, Green Motion or Surprice and see more of Athens and beyond.
Get the best deal by booking your vehicle from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport about three weeks before your travel date.
Getting from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) to central Athens
Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport is approximately 25 miles from central Athens. The drive time takes about 35 minutes.
It takes roughly 1 hour if you're using public transport.
When to fly to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
The quietest month for a flight from Muscat International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport is January, while July is the most popular. Choose the best time to visit Athens based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Lock in your flight from Muscat International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport for July if you'd like to go to Athens during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 22ºC (72ºF) and 37ºC (99ºF).
January has average temperatures of between 4ºC (39ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF). Look for cheap tickets from MCT to ATH sometime then if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of Greece
You've seen Athens, now it's time to discover more of Greece. Journey around 190 miles north to Thessaloniki to check off its leading sights. From Arch of Galerius to Aristotelous Square and Museum of Byzantine Culture, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Around 130 miles north-west of Athens, Larisa is another essential stop in Greece. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Agioi Saranta, Saint George Orthodox Church and Second Ancient Theatre.