Travelling from Narita International Airport (NRT) to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH): what you need to know
Athens's timezone is UTC+2, making Athens seven hours behind Tokyo.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your NRT to ATH flight.
Flying during a peak time such as July? School holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer lines and delays at airport checkpoints. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Narita International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Here's where you can stop between NRT and ATH:
Istanbul Ataturk Airport
Shanghai Pudong International Airport
Frankfurt Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Narita International Airport (NRT) to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
At the moment, ر.ق. 1,506 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Narita International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is ر.ق. 2,967. Keep in mind that fares could change due to availability when booking.
It's usually best to book early if you're looking for cheap tickets from NRT to ATH. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Narita International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport across the entire month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your travel plans aren't set in stone.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from NRT to ATH by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Tailor your flights using filters. Choose your arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Narita International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport.
Handy information about Narita International Airport (NRT)
You'll find NRT at 成田空港第2PTB(バス), Narita.
When it comes to Narita International Airport's on-time performance, 70.53% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
Narita International Airport is around 64 kilometres from central Tokyo. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 1 hour or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Looking for a handy hotel close to NRT? If you're boarding an early flight from Narita International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
Consider booking a hotel close to ATH if you're taking a late Narita International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport flight. Settle into one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Pick up an Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport rental car and explore Athens and beyond with your own wheels. Centauro, Green Motion and Surprice are popular providers to choose from here.
To get the lowest price, book your vehicle from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport around three weeks before you set off.
Getting from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) to central Athens
From Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport, Athens is approximately 40 kilometres away. It takes around 35 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It typically takes 1 hour to get there using public transport.
When to fly to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
The quietest month for a flight from Narita International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport is January, while July is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to go to Athens based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Lock in your flight from Narita International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport for July if you'd like to go to Athens during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 22ºC and 37ºC.
January has average temperatures of between 4ºC and 14ºC. Look for cheap tickets from NRT to ATH around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Greece
Thessaloniki is just one of the many places in Greece waiting to be discovered after you've seen Athens. Around 306 kilometres away to the north, top sights here include Arch of Galerius, Aristotelous Square and Museum of Byzantine Culture.
Around 209 kilometres north-west of Athens, Larisa is another favourite stop in Greece. Experience major highlights starting with Agioi Saranta, Saint George Orthodox Church and Second Ancient Theatre.