Travelling from RG Mugabe International Airport (HRE) to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH): what you need to know
Harare and Athens are in the UTC+2 timezone. This means there's no time difference to adjust for.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably catch your HRE to ATH flight.
Be prepared for longer queues during popular months like June. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
Choose a stopover if you want to break up your flight. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to look at your options for tickets from RG Mugabe International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport. Addis Ababa Bole International Airport is a top stopover on the HRE to ATH route.
How to find the cheapest flights from RG Mugabe International Airport (HRE) to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
593 € is currently the lowest price for a one-way RG Mugabe International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport flight. Return flights start from 921 €. These fares can change based on availability.
It's usually best to book in advance if you want to find cheap tickets from HRE to ATH. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
If you can be flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the cheapest price across the month when looking for your flight from RG Mugabe International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport.
There's no need to check back in every day to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll send you an update the moment there's a new deal on cheap flights from HRE to ATH.
Select your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from RG Mugabe International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport.
Handy information about RG Mugabe International Airport (HRE)
When it comes to the on-time performance of RG Mugabe International Airport, data shows 78.56% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
Central Harare to RG Mugabe International Airport is approximately 13 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 20 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
Need a handy hotel near HRE? If you're catching an early flight from RG Mugabe International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
The last thing you need is a long trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a RG Mugabe International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near ATH instead:
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Lock in the best deal by booking your vehicle from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport about three weeks ahead of your trip.
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 reach the centre driving.
Travelling to the centre by public transport will take you around 1 hour.
When to fly to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
The quietest month for a flight from RG Mugabe International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport is January, while July is the most popular. Pick the best time to visit Athens based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
When reserving your flight from RG Mugabe International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Athens, with the temperature ranging from 22ºC (72ºF) to 37ºC (99ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from HRE to ATH in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 4ºC (39ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF) on average.
Explore more of Greece
Athens has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of Greece you should also see. About 306 kilometres north of Athens, a visit to Thessaloniki will keep your itinerary packed. Start with leading sights like Arch of Galerius, Aristotelous Square and Museum of Byzantine Culture.
Larisa is another well-known destination in Greece and is around 209 kilometres north-west of Athens. No trip is complete without a visit to Agioi Saranta, Saint George Orthodox Church and Second Ancient Theatre.