The flight distance from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) in Athens, Greece to Kars Airport (KSY) in Kars, Turkey is 1,674 kilometers (1,040 miles / 904 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 3h, flying east northeast at a heading of 74°.

This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.

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

Time zone information: When it's 15:20 in Athens, it's 16:20 in Kars.

There is a significant elevation difference of 5,581 feet between the two airports. Kars Airport sits higher than Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Kars (KSY) to Athens (ATH) follows a heading of 266° (west). 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 Kars Airport (KSY) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.