Flying from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) to Rijeka Airport (RJK): what you need to know
The timezone in Rijeka is UTC+1, which is one hour behind Athens.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Be at the airport with enough time to catch your ATH to RJK flight.
Travelling during a peak month like July? School holidays and other high seasons can result in longer lines and delays at airport checkpoints. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Rijeka Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Worthwhile stopovers between ATH and RJK include:
Dusseldorf International Airport
Franz Josef Strauss Airport
Cologne Bonn Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) to Rijeka Airport (RJK)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Rijeka Airport flight is R 2,156. A return fare is currently R 5,814. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
To score cheap tickets from ATH to RJK, book as early as you can. Airlines generally offer the most competitive fares when flights are first released.
If you're willing to be flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll find the lowest price in every month when searching for a flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Rijeka Airport.
You won't have to check 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 better deal on cheap flights from ATH to RJK.
Tailor your trip using filters. Choose your departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Rijeka Airport.
Handy information about Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
When it comes to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 77.19% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
Central Athens to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport is around 40 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 35 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
The trip when using public transport will take about 1 hour.
Taking an early flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Rijeka Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays near ATH:
Arriving at Rijeka Airport (RJK)
If you're landing on a late Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Rijeka Airport flight, few things top the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these hotels near RJK:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Rijeka Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Surprice, Sixt or Flizzr and experience the lesser-explored corners of Rijeka and beyond.
Lock in the best possible rate by booking your vehicle from Rijeka Airport around one week before your trip.
Getting from Rijeka Airport (RJK) to central Rijeka
Rijeka Airport is roughly 26 kilometres from the centre of Rijeka. Driving there takes about 25 minutes.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey of around 1 hour 50 minutes.
When to fly to Rijeka Airport (RJK)
The quietest month for a flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Rijeka Airport is April, while August is the most popular. Pick the best time to visit Rijeka based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
The warmest month in Rijeka is August, with temperatures ranging between 15ºC (59ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Book your flights from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Rijeka Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from ATH to RJK in January. Average temperatures are between -6ºC (21ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF) then.
Explore more of Croatia
You've done Rijeka, now it's time to discover other parts of Croatia. Journey around 129 kilometres north-east to Zagreb to check off its popular sights. From Zagreb Cathedral to Ban Jelacic Square and Museum of Broken Relationships, your itinerary will be busy.
If you're interested in discovering another corner of Croatia, consider Split, roughly 257 kilometres south-east of Rijeka. Diocletian's Palace, Marjan Hill Stairs and Riva Harbour are highlights.