The flight distance from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) in Athens, Greece to Arturo Michelena International Airport (VLN) in Valencia, Venezuela is 9,478 kilometers (5,889 miles / 5,118 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying west at a heading of 279°.

This is an ultra-long-haul route, one of the longest in aviation. It requires wide-body aircraft with extended range capability such as the Airbus A350-900ULR or Boeing 777-200LR. Passengers should prepare for an extended flight with multiple meal services.

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

Time zone information: When it's 10:22 in Athens, it's 03:22 in Valencia. 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.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,103 feet between the two airports. Arturo Michelena International Airport sits higher than Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport.

The return flight from Valencia (VLN) to Athens (ATH) follows a heading of 52° (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 Arturo Michelena International Airport (VLN) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.