Flying from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) to Tokyo: what you need to know
The timezone in Tokyo is UTC+9. The city is 7 hours ahead of Athens, where Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport is located.
Leave plenty of time to make your flight from ATH to Tokyo. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as August, you'll want to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight when you travel during a peak period in general.
Think about adding a stopover to possibly find a cheaper flight from ATH to Tokyo. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when browsing the departures. Take a break from travelling at one of these popular airports:
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You don't need a visa for Japan if you have a passport from Greece and are travelling for tourism purposes. Visa and travel documentation requirements can be subject to change. So before booking your cheap tickets from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Tokyo, be sure to check with your airline and your destination country's local consulate or embassy for the latest rules.
ATH is around 40 kilometres from central Athens. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 37 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the travel time to be around 59 minutes.
Planning to catch an early flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Tokyo? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels close to ATH:
How to find the cheapest flights from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) to Tokyo
The best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Tokyo is R 6,027. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 11,171. Keep in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
It's usually smart to book early if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from ATH to Tokyo. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the departure date.
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Airports in Tokyo
Haneda Airport (HND)
Haneda Airport (HND) to the centre of Tokyo is around 16 minutes by car. It's approximately 16 kilometres away.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Tokyo, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these accommodation options near HND:
Narita International Airport (NRT)
As soon as your flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Tokyo has hit the runway, you can reach the city centre in about 58 minutes by car. Central Tokyo is roughly 64 kilometres from Narita International Airport (NRT).
You'll find some great places to drop your things at near NRT. Kick back and get cosy after your flight from ATH to Tokyo at any of these well-located options:
Best time to go to Tokyo
June is the busiest month for flights from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Tokyo. To escape the crowds, travel to Tokyo in February when it's quieter.
Book your flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Tokyo for August to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 26ºC to 29ºC.
February sees average temperatures of between 15ºC and 20ºC. Look for cheap flights from ATH to Tokyo around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Tokyo
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Tokyo right here. Browse these hotels once you've booked your flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Tokyo:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to know where to start. Tokyo Tower, Senso-ji Temple Yogodo and Mag's Park Rooftop Shibuya Crossing are top attractions which should feature on any good Tokyo itinerary.
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