Flying from Athens International Airport (ATH) to Tokyo Narita Airport (NRT): what you need to know
Tokyo's timezone is UTC+9, making Tokyo seven hours ahead of Athens.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Show up at the airport on time to catch your ATH to NRT flight.
During popular months like August, you'll want to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight when you fly during a peak period in general.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Athens International Airport to Tokyo Narita Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Here are some options between ATH and NRT:
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How to find the cheapest flights from Athens International Airport (ATH) to Tokyo Narita Airport (NRT)
At the moment, R 5,501 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Athens International Airport to Tokyo Narita Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is R 9,530. Remember that fares could change due to availability when booking.
It's a good idea to book early if you want to find cheap tickets from ATH to NRT. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Athens International Airport to Tokyo Narita Airport throughout the month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your dates aren't set in stone.
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Handy information about Athens International Airport (ATH)
76% of flights that leave from Athens International Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
To get to Athens International Airport from central Athens, it takes about 35 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 32 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Catching public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 40 minutes.
Have an early flight from Athens International Airport to Tokyo Narita Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays close to ATH:
Arriving at Tokyo Narita Airport (NRT)
If you're coming in on a late Athens International Airport to Tokyo Narita Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed soon after at one of these options near NRT:
Grab a Tokyo Narita Airport rental car and discover Tokyo and beyond with your own set of wheels. Airport Car Rental, JDM Rent a car and Miki Car Rental are popular outlets you can book with here.
Secure the lowest price by reserving your ride from Tokyo Narita Airport about four weeks before your trip.
When to fly to Tokyo Narita Airport (NRT)
May is the busiest month for flights from Athens International Airport to Tokyo Narita Airport. For a quieter experience, go to Tokyo in March.
Lock in your flight from Athens International Airport to Tokyo Narita Airport for August if you'd like to visit Tokyo during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 23ºC (73ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from ATH to NRT in January. Temperatures average between 9ºC (48ºF) and 15ºC (59ºF) then.
Explore more of Japan
You've seen Tokyo, now it's time to discover more of Japan. Travel around 402 kilometres west to Osaka to check off its top attractions. From Dotonbori to Osaka Castle and Universal Studios Japan, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
If you're interested in discovering another great destination in Japan, consider Nagoya, roughly 257 kilometres west of Tokyo. Nagoya Castle, Ninomaru Garden and Sky Promenade are among the biggest draws.