Airport Comparison
| ATH | SPA | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport | Spartanburg Downtown Memorial/Simpson Field |
| IATA Code | ATH | SPA |
| ICAO Code | LGAV | KSPA |
| City | Athens | Spartanburg |
| Country | Greece | United States |
| Timezone | Europe/Athens | America/New_York |
| Elevation | 308 ft | 802 ft |
| Coordinates | 37.940000, 23.940000 | 34.920000, -81.960000 |
Athens (ATH) to Spartanburg (SPA) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) in Athens, Greece to Spartanburg Downtown Memorial/Simpson Field (SPA) in Spartanburg, United States is 8,888 kilometers (5,523 miles / 4,799 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying northwest at a heading of 307°.
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 21:36 in Athens, it's 14:36 in Spartanburg. 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 Spartanburg (SPA) to Athens (ATH) follows a heading of 50° (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 Spartanburg Downtown Memorial/Simpson Field (SPA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.