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Ankara (ANK) to Athens (ATH) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Etimesgut Air Base (ANK) in Ankara, Turkey to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) in Athens, Greece is 789 kilometers (490 miles / 426 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 2h, flying west southwest at a heading of 256°.
This is a short-haul route typically served by narrow-body aircraft such as the Boeing 737 or Airbus A320 family. In-flight service is usually limited to drinks and light snacks.
This is an international route connecting Turkey with Greece. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and Europe. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 20:41 in Ankara, it's 19:41 in Athens.
There is a significant elevation difference of 2,345 feet between the two airports. Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport sits lower than Etimesgut Air Base.
The return flight from Athens (ATH) to Ankara (ANK) follows a heading of 71° (east northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Etimesgut Air Base (ANK) and Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.