Travelling from Tokyo Narita Airport (NRT) to Athens International Airport (ATH): what you need to know
The timezone in Athens is UTC+2, which is seven hours behind Tokyo.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to catch your NRT to ATH flight.
Travelling during a peak month such as May? Major public holidays and other popular periods can result in longer queues at security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Tokyo Narita Airport to Athens International Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or visit a new city along the way. Check out these options between NRT and ATH:
Istanbul Airport
Shanghai Pudong Airport
Frankfurt am Main Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Tokyo Narita Airport (NRT) to Athens International Airport (ATH)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Tokyo Narita Airport to Athens International Airport flight is 251 €. A return ticket is currently 668 €. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from NRT to ATH if you book ahead. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird discounts.
If you're willing to be flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the cheapest price in every month when looking for your flight from Tokyo Narita Airport to Athens International Airport.
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Lock in the perfect flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Tokyo Narita Airport to Athens International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by arrival and departure times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Tokyo Narita Airport (NRT)
You'll find NRT at 成田空港第2PTB(バス), Narita.
73% of flights taking off from Tokyo Narita Airport reach their destination on time.
Central Tokyo to Tokyo Narita Airport is approximately 56 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 1 hour 5 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing.
Planning to take public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 1 hour.
Get your journey off to a relaxed start by staying near NRT. Whether you have an early flight from Tokyo Narita Airport to Athens International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays are ideal:
Arriving at Athens International Airport (ATH)
Book a hotel near ATH if you have a late Tokyo Narita Airport to Athens International Airport flight. Choose one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Travel at your own speed with a Athens International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Centauro, Green Motion or Surprice and see more of Athens and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from Athens International Airport around three weeks in advance can help you get the lowest rate.
When to fly to Athens International Airport (ATH)
The quietest month for a flight from Tokyo Narita Airport to Athens International Airport is March, while August is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to visit Athens based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
The warmest month in Athens is July, with the temperature ranging between 22ºC (72ºF) and 37ºC (99ºF). Book your flights from Tokyo Narita Airport to Athens International Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
Look for cheap tickets from NRT to ATH in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 4ºC (39ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF) on average.
Explore more of Greece
Athens has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of Greece waiting to be explored. About 306 kilometres north of Athens, a trip to Thessaloniki will keep you on the go. Don't miss top attractions like Church of Agia Sofia, Archaeological Museum of Thessaloniki and Alexander the Great Statue.
Around 209 kilometres north-west of Athens, Larisa is another favourite stop in Greece. No visit is complete without checking out Larissa Ancient Ruins, Municipal Art Gallery of Larissa and The Church Of St. George.