Travelling from Nairobi to Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH): What you need to know
Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport is located in Athens. The city is in the UTC+2 timezone and is one hour behind Nairobi.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Be at the airport with enough time to board your flight from Nairobi to ATH.
During popular months such as July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights when you travel during a peak period in general.
Airports in Nairobi
Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO)
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to break up your trip and maybe even tour another city. When searching for cheap flights from Nairobi to ATH leaving from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to find out where you can stop along the way. Top options include:
Istanbul Airport (IST)
Doha Hamad International Airport (DOH)
Jeddah King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED)
Travelling from central Nairobi to NBO takes about 1 hour 5 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a taxi, you'll cover the 18 kilometres in 30 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Booked an early flight from Nairobi to Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays near Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta International Airport:
Of the flights that depart from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, 62% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Nairobi Wilson Airport (WIL)
You can reach WIL from central Nairobi in about 20 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The journey by public transport takes roughly 35 minutes to cover the 10 kilometres or so.
Got an early start? Think about checking in to one of these hotels near Nairobi Wilson Airport the day before your Nairobi to ATH flight:
Nairobi Wilson Airport has an on-time performance of 72%. This figure gives an insight into how frequently flights that take off from this airport arrive at their destination on time.
About Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
If you have a late flight from Nairobi to Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport, nothing tops the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these hotels near ATH:
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your vehicle around three weeks before your Nairobi to Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport flight.
Getting from Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) to central Athens
Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport is about 19 kilometres from central Athens. How long it takes to get to the centre in a car hire or taxi will depend on the time of day. Do a little research before your trip.
It typically takes 40 minutes when travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Nairobi to Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Nairobi to Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport is R 5,917. For a return flight on this route, the best price is R 10,265. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Nairobi to ATH if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird discounts.
Cheap Nairobi to Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport tickets are easier to find if you're not locked into specific dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to compare fares across the month and then pick the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Nairobi to Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
July is the busiest month for flights from Nairobi to Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH). Visit Athens in January for a more low-key escape.
The warmest month in Athens is July, with temperatures ranging between 22ºC (72ºF) and 37ºC (99ºF). Book your Nairobi to ATH plane ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Nairobi to Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport in January when temperatures are between 4ºC (39ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF).
More about Athens
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best stays in Athens right here. Check out these hotels after you've booked your flight from Nairobi to Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport:
Acropolis of Athens and The Parthenon are just two of the top attractions to put on your Athens must-do list. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Erechtheion.
Explore more of Greece
You've visited Athens, now it's time to discover other corners of Greece. Travel about 225 kilometres northwest to Larisa to check off its popular sights. From Larissa Ancient Ruins to Municipal Art Gallery of Larissa and The Church Of St. George, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
If there's time to check out another side of Greece, head for Kalamaria, roughly 306 kilometres north of Athens. Macedonian Tomb Park, Kalamaria Marina Recreational Park and Hellenic Pharmaceutical Museum are among its highlights.
