Fly from Brisbane to Athens with Etihad Airways
Book flights from Brisbane to Athens and be transported from modern Australia to ancient Europe – where you can start your own Greek odyssey.
Discover iconic sites dating back thousands of years, enjoy spectacular hilltop views – and feast on delicious local dishes including grilled meats and traditional ‘meze’.
Journeys include a connection in Abu Dhabi, so you can even enjoy a stopover in the UAE capital. Book Brisbane to Athens tickets with Etihad today – and arrive feeling refreshed and ready to explore.
BNE to ATH: flight facts
Flying from Brisbane to Athens: FAQs
How do I get from Athens Airport to the city centre?
Athens International Airport (ATH) is around 20 miles from the centre of the city. For ultimate convenience, pre-book an Etihad airport transfer and arrive in style and comfort.
Alternatively, several train and bus services run regularly. The train takes around 40 minutes to arrive in Athens. Bus routes, meanwhile, will take between 45 and 90 minutes depending on where in the city you are staying – and which bus you take.
What’s the weather like in Athens?
Athens enjoys a glorious Mediterranean climate, with warm summers – and pleasant springs, autumns and winters.
From May to September, expect widespread sunshine and average highs ranging from the mid 20°Cs to the mid 30°Cs. Rainfall is relatively low for much of the year, and especially rare from June to August.
Top tips for Brisbane to Athens
Experience cultural treasures
Athens is a cultural centre of art and history – and no trip is complete without a visit to its magnificent museums.
Just as the Queensland Museum and Science Centre is a proud attraction of Brisbane, you won’t want to miss the Goulandris Natural History Museum here. Both celebrate the wonders of nature, heritage and scientific progress. Don’t forget to pay a visit to the stunning Acropolis Museum either.
Witness iconic Athens
Soak up ancient history in this most enchanting of locations. Start at the Acropolis and stand before the Parthenon, before exploring the narrow alleyways of Plaka – the city’s oldest neighbourhood.
Mix with the locals at Varvakios Agora, Athens’ central market, before grabbing lunch at a traditional taverna. Finish your day by watching the sunset at Filopappos Hill – a shaded spot with an excellent view of the skyline.