Flying from Athens International Airport (ATH) to Vilnius Airport (VNO): what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from Athens International Airport to Vilnius Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 3 hours 5 minutes.
Athens and Vilnius are in the same timezone, UTC+2.
Flights from ATH to VNO start at 09:20 — the first with Ryanair. The last departure is at 23:10 with Aegean Airlines. Overall, there are three weekly Athens International Airport to Vilnius Airport flights.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Be at the airport with enough time to catch your ATH to VNO flight.
During popular months like August, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight when you fly during a high season in general.
Getting to Vilnius (and then seeing more of Lithuania!) is a snap with Ryanair. This popular carrier offers direct flights from Athens International Airport to Vilnius Airport.
Ryanair is the most frequently booked airline on this route.
Ryanair is the most punctual carrier that offers ATH to VNO flights.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Athens International Airport to Vilnius Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Here's where you can stop between ATH and VNO:
Vienna Airport
Warsaw Chopin Airport
Berlin Brandenburg Airport
Handy information about Athens International Airport (ATH)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Athens International Airport, 76% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
Central Athens to Athens International Airport is around 32 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 35 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing.
Expect a journey time of roughly 40 minutes on public transport.
Catching an early flight from Athens International Airport to Vilnius Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels near ATH:
Arriving at Vilnius Airport (VNO)
If you're arriving on a late Athens International Airport to Vilnius Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of being close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these accommodation options near VNO:
Pick up a Vilnius Airport rental car and explore Vilnius and beyond with your own set of wheels. Panek, Green Motion and Toprent are top outlets to choose from here.
Lock in the best rate by booking your vehicle from Vilnius Airport about two weeks before your travel date.
When to fly to Vilnius Airport (VNO)
The quietest month for a flight from Athens International Airport to Vilnius Airport is March, while September is the most popular. Pick the best time to go to Vilnius based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
When booking your flight from Athens International Airport to Vilnius Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Vilnius, with the temperature ranging from 11ºC (52ºF) to 26ºC (79ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from ATH to VNO in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -13ºC (9ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF) on average.
Explore more of Lithuania
Kaunas is just one of the many places in Lithuania waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Vilnius. Around 88 kilometres away to the west, popular attractions include Street art, Unity Square and Cathedral of St. Peter and St. Paul.
Klaipėda is another standout destination in Lithuania and is around 290 kilometres north-west of Vilnius. No journey is complete without visiting WWII Bunkers, The Dolphinarium and Klaipėda Castle.
