The flight distance from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) in Athens, Greece to Bowman Field (LOU) in Louisville, United States is 8,902 kilometers (5,531 miles / 4,807 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying northwest at a heading of 311°.

This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.

This is an international route connecting Greece with United States. It is an intercontinental flight between Europe and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 23:15 in Athens, it's 16:15 in Louisville. With a 7-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

The return flight from Louisville (LOU) to Athens (ATH) follows a heading of 49° (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 Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) and Bowman Field (LOU) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.