ATH - Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport
Athens, Greece
IATA Code: ATH · Athens, Greece
The airport code ATH is the IATA identifier for Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport. You may also find it referred to as Athens Airport (ATH).
Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) serves Athens, Greece, in the Europe fuel pricing region. It provides essential air connectivity for travelers in the area.
ATH is the IATA airport code for Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport, located in Athens, Greece. The airport is situated at coordinates 37.9364°N, 23.9445°E. The current jet fuel price in the Europe region is $5.51/gallon as of 2026-05-16.
Current Jet Fuel Price (Europe)
$5.51/gallon
⚠️ Global Fuel Price Surge 2026: Prices affected by 108%
Airport Information
- IATA Code
- ATH
- City
- Athens
- Country
- Greece
- Timezone
- Europe/Athens
- Latitude
- 37.9364°
- Longitude
- 23.9445°
- Type
- airport
- Fuel Region
- Europe
Flight Distances & Estimated Fuel Costs from ATH
Estimated fuel costs based on current jet fuel prices and standard narrowbody aircraft consumption.
| Destination | Distance | Est. Fuel Cost | Fuel Surcharge* |
|---|---|---|---|
| HEW - Athens | 20 km | $309 | $1/passenger |
| PKH - Porto Heli | 100 km | $1,543 | $3/passenger |
| JSY - Syros Island | 105 km | $1,620 | $3/passenger |
| SKU - Skiros | 124 km | $1,913 | $4/passenger |
| JMK - Mykonos | 136 km | $2,098 | $4/passenger |
| JSI - Skiathos | 143 km | $2,206 | $4/passenger |
| PAS - Paros | 145 km | $2,237 | $4/passenger |
| MLO - Milos | 146 km | $2,252 | $5/passenger |
| JNX - Cyclades Islands | 158 km | $2,438 | $5/passenger |
| SPJ - Sparti | 165 km | $2,546 | $5/passenger |
| VOL - Nea Anghialos | 174 km | $2,684 | $5/passenger |
| KLX - Kalamata | 195 km | $3,008 | $6/passenger |
| JKH - Chios | 197 km | $3,039 | $6/passenger |
| KIT - Kithira | 202 km | $3,116 | $6/passenger |
| JIK - Ikaria | 213 km | $3,286 | $7/passenger |
| JTR - Thira | 218 km | $3,363 | $7/passenger |
| GPA - Patras | 222 km | $3,425 | $7/passenger |
| LRA - Larissa | 230 km | $3,548 | $7/passenger |
| PYR - Andravida | 233 km | $3,595 | $7/passenger |
| AGQ - Agrinion | 238 km | $3,672 | $7/passenger |
| LXS - Limnos | 247 km | $3,811 | $8/passenger |
| MJT - Mytilini | 262 km | $4,042 | $8/passenger |
| SMI - Samos | 262 km | $4,042 | $8/passenger |
| JTY - Astypalaia | 263 km | $4,058 | $8/passenger |
| LRS - Leros | 265 km | $4,088 | $8/passenger |
| CHQ - Chania | 268 km | $4,135 | $8/passenger |
| ZTH - Zakynthos | 269 km | $4,150 | $8/passenger |
| IGL - Izmir | 275 km | $4,243 | $8/passenger |
| ADB - Izmir | 284 km | $4,382 | $9/passenger |
| JKL - Kalymnos | 286 km | $4,412 | $9/passenger |
| PVK - Preveza | 298 km | $4,598 | $9/passenger |
| SKG - Thessaloniki | 299 km | $4,613 | $9/passenger |
| EFL - Keffallinia | 302 km | $4,659 | $9/passenger |
| KGS - Kos | 306 km | $4,721 | $9/passenger |
| HER - Heraklion | 309 km | $4,767 | $10/passenger |
| KZI - Kozani | 318 km | $4,906 | $10/passenger |
| EDO - Balikesir Korfez | 321 km | $4,952 | $10/passenger |
| CKZ - Canakkale | 325 km | $5,014 | $10/passenger |
| IOA - Ioannina | 334 km | $5,153 | $10/passenger |
| KVA - Kavala | 336 km | $5,184 | $10/passenger |
| BJV - Bodrum | 336 km | $5,184 | $10/passenger |
| BXN - Bodrum | 340 km | $5,246 | $10/passenger |
| JSH - Sitia | 359 km | $5,539 | $11/passenger |
| KSO - Kastoria | 361 km | $5,570 | $11/passenger |
| AXD - Alexandroupolis | 368 km | $5,678 | $11/passenger |
| KSJ - Kasos | 385 km | $5,940 | $12/passenger |
| BZI - Balikesir | 393 km | $6,063 | $12/passenger |
| CFU - Kerkyra/corfu | 396 km | $6,109 | $12/passenger |
| AOK - Karpathos | 400 km | $6,171 | $12/passenger |
| RHO - Rhodos | 404 km | $6,233 | $12/passenger |
* Estimated fuel surcharge per passenger. Actual surcharges vary by airline and booking class.
How Jet Fuel Prices Affect Your ATH Flights
Jet fuel typically accounts for 25-35% of airline operating costs. When fuel prices rise due to global events like conflicts or supply disruptions, airlines pass these costs to passengers through fuel surcharges.
Currently, the Europe region has jet fuel priced at $5.51/gallon. This is approximately 108% higher than normal due to Brent crude elevated. EIA Gulf Coast jet fuel at $5.21/gal (2026-05-16). Airlines implementing surcharges globally. IATA reports $175/barrel global average.
Tips to Save on Flights from ATH
- Book during periods of lower fuel prices (typically Q1)
- Choose airlines with fuel-efficient aircraft (787, A350)
- Consider nearby alternative airports
- Book direct flights to avoid multiple fuel surcharges
Climate & Weather at Athens
Athens experiences a temperate climate with distinct seasons. Summers are generally pleasant (18-28°C / 64-82°F), while winters can be cold and may bring snow or ice that occasionally affects flight schedules. Travelers arriving in winter should be prepared for potential weather-related delays and dress in warm layers.
Traveler Guide: Flying Through ATH
As a European airport, ATH falls within the Europe fuel pricing zone. European airports typically offer excellent rail and public transit connections to city centers. If traveling within the Schengen Area, border checks are minimal for intra-Schengen flights. Travelers from outside the EU/Schengen zone should ensure visa requirements are met before departure.
Planning Your Trip via ATH
- Arrival time: Arrive 2 hours early for domestic flights, 3 hours for international flights at Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport
- Ground transportation: Check current gasoline costs for driving to/from ATH
- Fuel impact awareness: The Europe region currently prices jet fuel at $5.51/gallon — compare this with other regions to understand route pricing
- Alternative airports: The nearest airports to ATH are HEW, PKH, JSY — consider these for potentially lower fares