Flying from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) to Cagliari Elmas Airport (CAG): what you need to know
Book a direct flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Cagliari Elmas Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 2 hours 20 minutes.
The timezone in Cagliari is UTC+1, which is one hour behind Athens.
To ensure you catch your ATH to CAG flight, leave plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Be prepared for longer queues during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures will give you ample time for security and boarding.
Volotea offers direct flights from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Cagliari Elmas Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to check out the sights in Cagliari — and maybe even more of Italy if your schedule allows.
The airline most travellers fly with on this route is Volotea.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Cagliari Elmas Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Worthwhile stopovers between ATH and CAG include:
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport
Palese Airport
Falcone-Borsellino Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) to Cagliari Elmas Airport (CAG)
At the moment, P2,582 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Cagliari Elmas Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is P6,396. Keep in mind that fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap tickets from ATH to CAG, book your journey eight months before your planned departure.
Plan your trip for July. That's the cheapest month for flights from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Cagliari Elmas Airport. If you have flexibility with your dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest airfare across every month.
Never miss a deal on cheap flights from ATH to CAG by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when fares go down.
Find the perfect flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Cagliari Elmas Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by airline, departure and arrival times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
77.19% of flights leaving from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport touch down at their destination on time.
Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport is about 40 kilometres from central Athens. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a trip time of around 1 hour.
Get your break off to a relaxed start by staying near ATH. Whether you've booked an early flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Cagliari Elmas Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Arriving at Cagliari Elmas Airport (CAG)
Reserve a hotel close to CAG if you have a late Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Cagliari Elmas Airport flight. Choose one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Follow your own route with a Cagliari Elmas Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Surprice, RentSmart24 or Galdieri Rent and experience more of Cagliari and beyond.
To secure the lowest price, book your vehicle from Cagliari Elmas Airport around one week ahead.
Getting from Cagliari Elmas Airport (CAG) to central Cagliari
Cagliari Elmas Airport to central Cagliari has a drive time of about 15 minutes. It's approximately 11 kilometres away.
Getting there on public transport will take you around 50 minutes.
When to fly to Cagliari Elmas Airport (CAG)
The quietest month for a flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Cagliari Elmas Airport is February, while July is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to go to Cagliari based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Cagliari is July, with the temperature ranging between 19ºC (66ºF) and 35ºC (95ºF). Lock in your flights from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Cagliari Elmas Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from ATH to CAG in February. Average temperatures are between 4ºC (39ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF) then.
Explore more of Italy
Rome is just one of the many cities in Italy waiting to be discovered once you've seen Cagliari. Around 418 kilometres away to the north-east, top sights here include Colosseum, World’s smallest country Vatican City tour - City of Rome Capital, Italy (Self-Guided free walking tour) by FreeGuides.com and Trevi Fountain.
If you're eager to discover another great destination in Italy, head for Naples, about 467 kilometres north-east of Cagliari. National Archaeological Museum, Castel dell'Ovo and Royal Palace of Naples are highlights.