Travelling from Athens International Airport (ATH) to Kilimanjaro Airport (JRO): what you need to know
Kilimanjaro is one hour ahead of Athens and follows the UTC+3 timezone.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your ATH to JRO flight.
Flying during a peak time such as August? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer queues at airport checkpoints. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
If you'd like to add a stop to your trip, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Athens International Airport to Kilimanjaro Airport. These are the top stopovers between ATH and JRO:
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport
Hamad International Airport
Addis Ababa Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Athens International Airport (ATH) to Kilimanjaro Airport (JRO)
384 € is the lowest price for a one-way Athens International Airport to Kilimanjaro Airport flight. A return flight starts at 742 €. These prices can change based on availability.
To pick up cheap tickets from ATH to JRO, book early. Airlines generally offer lower fares when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Athens International Airport to Kilimanjaro Airport across each month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your plans aren't set in stone.
There's no need to check every day to see if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from ATH to JRO.
Select your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Athens International Airport to Kilimanjaro Airport.
Handy information about Athens International Airport (ATH)
Of the departures from Athens International Airport, 76% land on schedule at their destination.
Central Athens to Athens International Airport is approximately 32 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 35 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a journey time of around 40 minutes.
Get your travels off to a hassle-free start by staying near ATH. Whether you're catching an early flight from Athens International Airport to Kilimanjaro Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Arriving at Kilimanjaro Airport (JRO)
Consider staying at Kia Lodge after touching down from your Athens International Airport to Kilimanjaro Airport flight. It's not too far from JRO and a great option if you'd like to catch some z's soon after landing.
Go where the road takes you with a Kilimanjaro Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Auto-Union, Europcar or Smiles Cars Rentals and experience more of Kilimanjaro and beyond.
Lock in the best rate by reserving your ride from Kilimanjaro Airport about one week before your travel date.
Getting from Kilimanjaro Airport (JRO) to central Kilimanjaro
Kilimanjaro Airport is approximately 48 kilometres from the centre of Kilimanjaro. The drive time takes about 45 minutes.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey of roughly 1 hour 15 minutes.
When to fly to Kilimanjaro Airport (JRO)
August is the most popular month for flights from Athens International Airport to Kilimanjaro Airport. To avoid the crowds, head to Kilimanjaro in March.
Explore more of Tanzania
Kilimanjaro is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of Tanzania you should also see. Around 547 kilometres west of Kilimanjaro, a trip to Mwanza will keep you on the move. Start with attractions like Kogatende Serengeti Safaris, Bismarck Rock and Standing Point.
Around 322 kilometres south-east of Kilimanjaro, Zanzibar is another favourite stop in Tanzania. Start your sightseeing at House of Wonders, Zanzibar travel tours and Tanzania Attractions.