Travelling from Memphis International Airport (MEM) to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH): what you need to know
The timezone in Athens is UTC+2, which is seven hours ahead of Memphis.
Your MEM to ATH flight won't wait if you're late, so be at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
During popular months like July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight when you travel during a high season in general.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Memphis International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Check out these options between MEM and ATH:
Philadelphia International Airport
O'Hare International Airport
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Memphis International Airport (MEM) to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
Right now, P21,590 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Memphis International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is P50,105. Bear in mind that fares can change due to demand when booking.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from MEM to ATH if you book early. Airlines often have some terrific early bird rates.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Memphis International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport across each month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your dates are flexible.
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Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Memphis International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport.
Handy information about Memphis International Airport (MEM)
MEM's address is 2491 Winchester Road, Suite 113.
When it comes to Memphis International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 79.88% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Memphis International Airport is about 19 kilometres from central Memphis. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The journey on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 30 minutes.
Searching for a handy hotel near MEM? If you've booked an early flight from Memphis International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
The last thing you want is a long trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a Memphis International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near ATH instead:
Grab an Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport rental car and discover Athens and beyond with your own set of wheels. Centauro, Green Motion and Surprice are popular providers you can book with here.
Reserving your vehicle from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport about three weeks ahead gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
Getting from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) to central Athens
From Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport, Athens is approximately 40 kilometres away. It takes around 35 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Travelling on public transport takes around 1 hour.
When to fly to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
July is the busiest month for flights from Memphis International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport. For smaller crowds, visit Athens in January.
The warmest month in Athens is July, with the temperature ranging between 22ºC (72ºF) and 37ºC (99ºF). Book your flights from Memphis International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
Look for cheap tickets from MEM to ATH in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 4ºC (39ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF) on average.
Explore more of Greece
You've seen Athens, now it's time to discover other corners of Greece. Travel around 306 kilometres north to Thessaloniki to tick off its leading sights. From Arch of Galerius to Aristotelous Square and Museum of Byzantine Culture, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Larisa is another standout destination in Greece and is around 209 kilometres north-west of Athens. No journey is complete without experiencing Agioi Saranta, Saint George Orthodox Church and Second Ancient Theatre.
