Question 1

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Cardiff Wales to Athens Eleftherios V.?

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Ryanair is the most popular carrier operating from Cardiff Wales to Athens Eleftherios V.

Question 2

Can stopping save me money on Cardiff to Athens flights?

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You could potentially save up to 8% on your flight if you consider stops on a Cardiff to Athens flight.

Question 3

Which airlines fly to Athens?

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easyJet, KLM and TUI Airways are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Athens from Cardiff according to our data. easyJet is the first choice among our users, with 68% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Athens. Keep in mind that there are 4 different airlines that fly to Athens on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

Question 4

Which airlines fly direct from Cardiff to Athens?

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Although there aren't any non-stop flights from Cardiff to Athens, you can expect to find one-way flights with only a single stopover. KLM currently operates flights with one stopover at Amsterdam Schiphol International Airport and a total flight time of just under six hours. Apart from KLM-operated journeys, most other flights from Cardiff to Athens require more than one stopover. Loganair, Ryanair, and Blue Air have joined forces to offer flights with two stopovers at Edinburgh Turnhouse and Bucharest Otopeni International airports and a travel time of around 18 and a half hours. KLM and Sky Express work together to provide flights with stopovers at Amsterdam Schiphol and Rome Fiumicino Airport with a total flight time of just under 20 hours.

What is the best way to get in and out of airports in Cardiff and Athens?

There are several ways to get from Cardiff city centre to Cardiff Airport. The quickest way is to take a taxi, which gets you there in under 20 minutes but typically costs more than other means. One of the cheapest ways to travel is to head to Cardiff Central Station and hop on the Transport for Wales train to Rhoose. From Rhoose, you take the 905 bus to Cardiff Airport. After arriving at Athens International Airport, you'll find a couple of ways to get to the city centre, including a private taxi, which will get you there in around 25 minutes but is the more costly option. Another option is to walk the 10 minutes to Athens metro station and jump on the metro line to the city centre of Athens, which will take close to 50 minutes. Another way to get there is to head to the bus stand located between the 4 and 5 exits of the arrivals terminal and take the 55-minute bus journey to the airport from there.

What are the benefits of the different airports in Cardiff and Athens?

Cardiff International Airport is the main airport serving the city of Cardiff and offers a variety of dining and drinking opportunities like The Beerhouse and Costa Coffee. Athens Eleftherios Venizelos is the main international airport serving the capital of Greece, including some regions of Attica. You'll find a wide range of facilities designed to make your travel as seamless as possible. One of the most sought-after areas of the airport is the Retail Park; found at the airport's main entrance, it is home to a wide selection of retail stores. Another popular part of the airport is the Exhibition Centre, one of the largest conference and exhibition centres in Greece that you can access from outside of the main building, where you'll find a shuttle bus to the Metropolitan Expo.

Question 5

Which cities can you reach easily once you get to Athens International Airport?

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Athens serves as Greece's capital with an array of cultural and spiritual sights to explore. The surrounding countryside is equally as exciting and comes with a wide variety of monasteries, temples, and Mediterranean landscapes. One of the closest and most popular places to visit nearby is Delphi, widely considered the crux of Ancient Greek history. Delphi is currently a UNESCO World Heritage site that's home to both the Delphi Archaeological Museum and The Oracle of Delphi. You can get to Delphi from Athens International Airport by taking the 1203 train into Athens city centre and then hopping on the IC 1520 heading into Amfikleia from Athens. From there, you can take a short taxi ride to Delphi. The total travel time for this is close to one and a half hours.

Question 6

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Cardiff Wales Airport to Athens Eleftherios V. Airport?

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Prices for flights from Cardiff Wales Airport to Athens Eleftherios V. Airport are updated daily.

Question 7

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Cardiff Wales Airport to Athens Eleftherios V. Airport?

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As of March 2026, there is 1 operator available to choose from for flights from Cardiff Wales Airport to Athens Eleftherios V. Airport.

Question 8

How old do you have to be to fly from Cardiff Wales Airport to Athens Eleftherios V. Airport?

Accepted Answer

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Cardiff Wales Airport to Athens Eleftherios V. Airport.

Question 9

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Athens Eleftherios V. Airport?

Accepted Answer

The required travel and health documents for your Athens Eleftherios V. Airport trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Athens Eleftherios V. Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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