Flying from Osaka to Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH): What you need to know
The timezone in Athens is UTC+2, which is seven hours behind Osaka. Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport is located in Athens.
Give yourself enough time to catch your flight from Osaka to ATH. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Popular months like April or other busy periods mean longer lines and possible delays. Stay ahead of the crowds by getting to the airport even earlier. Aim for at least four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Osaka
Kansai International Airport (KIX)
We make it a piece of cake to book cheap flights from Osaka to ATH that include a stopover. To explore all the options departing from Kansai International Airport (KIX), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, select a flight offering a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Popular stopovers between KIX and ATH include:
Istanbul Airport (IST)
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)
The journey from central Osaka to KIX takes around 45 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a taxi, you'll cover the 48 kilometres in 50 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Searching for a comfortable hotel close to Kansai International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Osaka to Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport, these stays will put you moments from check-in:
Of the flights that depart from Kansai International Airport, 73% arrive on time at their destination.
The address for KIX is 1 Senshukukokita, Izumisano.
Osaka Itami International Airport (ITM)
ITM is about 18 kilometres from central Osaka. It'll take 30 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 35 minutes.
Catching an early morning flight? Think about checking in to one of these hotels near Osaka Itami International Airport the day before your Osaka to ATH flight:
Osaka Itami International Airport is known for its commitment to punctuality. 83% of flights taking off from here land when expected.
ITM is located at 3丁目555 Nishimachi, Hotarugaike, Toyonaka.
Kobe Airport (UKB)
The journey time to UKB from central Osaka is around 50 minutes on public transport. If you're going by car, it'll take you roughly 40 minutes to cover the 32 kilometres or so.
Make catching an early Osaka to Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport flight the easiest part of your trip. Stay at one of these hotels near Kobe Airport and get to your gate feeling relaxed and unhurried:
UKB has an on-time performance rate of 82%. This means the majority of its flights touch down on schedule and your trip is smooth and easy.
Kobe Airport is located at 1 Kobekuko, Chuo Ward.
About Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Osaka to Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options near ATH instead:
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your ride around three weeks ahead of your Osaka to Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport flight.
Getting from Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) to central Athens
Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to the centre of Athens is about 19 kilometres. If you're renting a car or taking a taxi, plan ahead to make your trip as easy as possible. Journey times vary depending on the time of day and traffic conditions.
It'll take around 40 minutes when travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Osaka to Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
R 6,597 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Osaka to Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport. A return flight starts from R 10,733. These fares can change depending on availability and demand.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Osaka to ATH if you book early. Airlines often have some great early bird deals.
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The best time to fly from Osaka to Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
Think about the kind of experience you want when deciding when to fly. January is the quietest month to visit Athens. July is when most people book flights from Osaka to Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH), which may be ideal if you enjoy travelling when it's busier.
Before locking in your Osaka to ATH plane ticket, consider the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Athens, with temperatures ranging from 22ºC (72ºF) to 37ºC (99ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Osaka to Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport in January when temperatures are between 4ºC (39ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF).
More about Athens
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the top stays in Athens right here. Browse these hotels once you've booked your flight from Osaka to Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport:
Your trip to Athens should come with a side of sightseeing. Highlights that belong on your itinerary include Acropolis of Athens, The Parthenon and Erechtheion.
Explore more of Greece
Athens is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of Greece waiting to be discovered. About 225 kilometres northwest of Athens, a trip to Larisa will keep you on the go. Start with popular sights like Larissa Ancient Ruins, Municipal Art Gallery of Larissa and The Church Of St. George.
Kalamaria is another favourite destination in Greece and is around 306 kilometres north of Athens. No trip is complete without a visit to Macedonian Tomb Park, Kalamaria Marina Recreational Park and Hellenic Pharmaceutical Museum.