Flying from Jacksonville International Airport (JAX) to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH): what you need to know
Athens's timezone is UTC+2, making Athens six hours ahead of Jacksonville.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your JAX to ATH flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.
You'll likely experience bigger queues in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will give you ample time for security and boarding.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Jacksonville International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or even explore someplace new along the way. Check out these options between JAX and ATH:
Washington Dulles International Airport
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport
O'Hare International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Jacksonville International Airport (JAX) to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
ر.ق. 1,148 is the lowest price for a one-way Jacksonville International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport flight. Return flights start from ر.ق. 2,805. These fares may change depending on demand and availability.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from JAX to ATH if you book in advance. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird deals.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Jacksonville International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport across the month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your plans aren't set in stone.
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Secure the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Jacksonville International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by airline, departure and arrival times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Jacksonville International Airport (JAX)
JAX's address is 2400 Yankee Clipper Drive.
80.42% of flights departing from Jacksonville International Airport touch down at their destination according to schedule. With its reliable on-time performance, you're unlikely to face delays when flying out of JAX.
Jacksonville International Airport is about 23 kilometres from central Jacksonville. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The journey on public transport takes about 1 hour 20 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Jacksonville International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these stays near JAX:
Arriving at Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
If you're getting in on a late Jacksonville International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these hotels near ATH:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up an Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Centauro, Green Motion or Surprice to explore Athens and beyond.
Lock in 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
From Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport, Athens is approximately 40 kilometres away. It takes around 35 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Getting to the centre by public transport will take you around 1 hour.
When to fly to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Jacksonville International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport. July is the busiest month to visit Athens. If you'd like a more laid-back vibe, go in January.
When booking your flight from Jacksonville International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Athens, with temperatures ranging from 22ºC to 37ºC.
January has average temperatures of between 4ºC and 14ºC. Search for cheap tickets from JAX to ATH sometime then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Greece
You've visited Athens, now it's time to discover other corners of Greece. Travel about 306 kilometres north to Thessaloniki to check off its leading attractions. From Arch of Galerius to Aristotelous Square and Museum of Byzantine Culture, your itinerary will be busy.
Around 209 kilometres north-west of Athens, Larisa is another essential stop in Greece. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Agioi Saranta, Saint George Orthodox Church and Second Ancient Theatre.
