Traveling from Montpellier Mediterranee Airport (MPL) to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH): what you need to know
A direct flight from Montpellier Mediterranee Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport takes on average 2 hours 45 minutes. The timezone in Athens is UTC+2, so it's 1 hour ahead of Montpellier.
During popular months like July, it's best to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.
If you want a stopover for your flight from Montpellier Mediterranee Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' and look at all your options. Here are the top stopovers between MPL and ATH:
Charles de Gaulle Airport
Copenhagen Airport
London Gatwick Airport
To see if you need a visa to enter Greece, contact your airline and the local embassy or consulate. They'll have the latest information, including other paperwork you may need after booking your cheap ticket from MPL to ATH.
How to find the cheapest flights from Montpellier Mediterranee Airport (MPL) to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
The best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Montpellier Mediterranee Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport is C$107. The cheapest price for a return flight is C$212. Remember that fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
To get your hands on cheap flight tickets from MPL to ATH, book as early as you can. Airlines generally offer lower fares when flights are first released.
Plan your trip for August. That's the cheapest month for flight tickets from Montpellier Mediterranee Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport. If you're flexible with your travel dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest airfare across every month.
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Use filters to find the best trip for you. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Montpellier Mediterranee Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by arrival and departure times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Montpellier Mediterranee Airport (MPL)
Montpellier Mediterranee Airport is around 11 kilometres from central Montpellier. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the center, it'll take you 21 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're using public transport, expect the travel time to be approximately 1 hour and 1 minute.
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Arriving at Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
Reserve a hotel close to ATH if you're on a late flight from Montpellier Mediterranee Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport. Pick one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Getting from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) to central Athens
Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to the center of Athens takes about 37 minutes in a car. It's approximately 40 kilometres away. See what options are available, such as car rentals, cabs or ride-sharing services.
It'll take around 59 minutes if you're traveling by public transport.
When to fly to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
August is the most popular month for flights from Montpellier Mediterranee Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport. To skip the crowds, head to Athens in February.
The warmest month in Athens is July, with the temperature ranging between 22ºC and 37ºC. Lock in your flights from Montpellier Mediterranee Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from MPL to ATH in January. Average temperatures are between 4ºC and 14ºC then.
More about Athens
Start your Athens trip right by finding the perfect stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from MPL to ATH, have a look at our selection of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be hard to work out where to begin. Museum of the Center for the Acropolis Studies, Acropolis of Athens and The Parthenon are major attractions which should feature on every Athens itinerary.
Complete your Athens trip with hotels and a car rental
We don't just compare flights. Once you've secured your cheap ticket to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport, explore our great car rental deals that'll give you the flexibility and freedom to travel around at your own pace. Next, take a look at our exclusive rates for hotels to find the ideal Athens stay.
