May is a transitional month for Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) travelers heading to Athens International Airport (ATH). Temperatures in the Triangle are warming and demand rises ahead of Memorial Day, so travelers should book 6–10 weeks in advance if possible. Most RDU to ATH itineraries in May are one-stop via U.S. hubs like New York (JFK) or Washington (IAD) or European gateways such as London (LHR) or Paris (CDG); total journey times commonly fall between 11 and 16 hours depending on connection length. For trips from nearby cities—Raleigh, Durham, Chapel Hill, Cary, and Research Triangle Park—consider early morning departures to minimize missed connections and use prepaid parking or rideshare to streamline airport arrival. Monitor airline change policies and sign up for flight alerts to capture last-minute fare drops. Book now to secure competitive fares and choose flexible tickets to handle May holiday fluctuations.
May is one of the best months to arrive at Athens International Airport (ATH): spring is in full bloom, temperatures are pleasant, and island ferry schedules ramp up for the season. Upon landing from Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU), travelers can reach central Athens in under an hour via express bus X95, metro (when connecting lines are available), or taxi. If your itinerary includes Mykonos, Santorini, Crete, or the Saronic Islands, consider booking ferries or short domestic flights from Athens early in May to secure favorable times and fares. For arrivals planning onward travel to nearby cities—Piraeus, Nafplio, Thessaloniki—or to the Peloponnese, scheduled transfers and car hires are readily available at ATH. Book local transport and luggage storage in advance and enjoy Greece’s quieter pre-summer charm.