Travelling from Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) to Tokyo: what you need to know
The timezone in Tokyo is UTC+9. The city is seven hours ahead of Athens, where Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport is located.
Allow plenty of time to get on your ATH to Tokyo flight. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You'll likely experience longer queues during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
We make it a breeze to book plane tickets from ATH to Tokyo with a stopover. To see all your options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. The most sought-after stopovers include:
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The journey from central Athens to ATH takes around 40 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a taxi, you'll cover the 19 kms (12 miles) in 35 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Booked an early flight from Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Tokyo? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to ATH:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport, 76% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) to Tokyo
£271 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Tokyo flight. A return plane ticket starts at £449. These prices may change based on demand and availability.
Booking in advance is often the key to finding a cheap flight from ATH to Tokyo. Flight prices rise as demand increases, so the nearer your departure date, the more expensive your ticket may be.
The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Tokyo across each month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your dates are flexible.
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Airports in Tokyo
Tokyo Haneda International Airport (HND)
The distance from Tokyo Haneda International Airport (HND) to central Tokyo is roughly 19 kms (12 miles). It'll take you about 25 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It'll take around 30 minutes when travelling by public transport.
Think about booking a hotel near HND if you have a late flight from Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Tokyo. Choose one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
To get the lowest price, reserve your ride from Tokyo Haneda International Airport around three weeks ahead of your flight from ATH to Tokyo.
You'll find HND at 3丁目 Hanedakuko, Ota.
Tokyo Narita International Airport (NRT)
Once your flight from Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Tokyo has arrived, you can make your way to the city centre in about 1 hour 5 minutes by car. Central Tokyo is roughly 56 kms (35 miles) from Tokyo Narita International Airport (NRT).
If you travel by public transport, you'll get to the city centre in 1 hour or so.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and relax at a hotel close to NRT. Here are a few options where you can check in after your ATH to Tokyo flight:
Secure your first choice, not your last resort. Booking your ride from NRT four weeks in advance often means lower prices and a wider choice of vehicles.
Tokyo Narita International Airport can be found at 成田空港第2PTB(バス), Narita.
Best time to go to Tokyo
It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Tokyo. March is the most popular month to visit Tokyo. If you want a more peaceful vibe, go in December.
Book a Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Tokyo plane ticket with a departure in August if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 23ºC to 29ºC.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from ATH to Tokyo in January when temperatures average between 9ºC and 15ºC.
More about Tokyo
After booking your flight from Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Tokyo, choose a hotel that combines comfort with a great location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Tokyo:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be hard to work out where to begin. Sensho-ji, Tokyo Skytree and Ginza Central Street are leading attractions which should be on any well-planned Tokyo itinerary.
Explore more of Japan
Osaka is just one of the many cities in Japan waiting to be discovered after you've seen Tokyo. Around 402 kms (250 miles) away to the west, its best attractions include Dotonbori, Osaka Castle and Universal Studios Japan.
If you're looking to explore another major destination in Japan, consider Nagoya, about 257 kms (160 miles) west of Tokyo. Nagoya Castle, Ninomaru Garden and Sky Promenade are among its highlights.