Travelling from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) to Naha Airport (OKA): what you need to know
The timezone in Okinawa is UTC+9, which is seven hours ahead of Athens.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to catch your ATH to OKA flight.
Travelling during a peak month like July? School holidays and other popular periods can mean longer lines and delays at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Pick a stopover if you want to break up your flight. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to look at all your options for tickets from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Naha Airport. Shanghai Pudong International Airport is a top stopover on the ATH to OKA route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) to Naha Airport (OKA)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Naha Airport flight is $626. A return fare right now is $1,373. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from ATH to OKA, book early. Airlines tend to offer their best fares when flights are first made available.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Naha Airport throughout the month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your plans aren't set in stone.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from ATH to OKA by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a lower fare pops up.
Lock in the perfect flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Naha Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by airline, arrival and departure times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport, data shows 77.19% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
Central Athens to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport is approximately 40 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 35 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a trip time of around 1 hour.
Get your travels off to a hassle-free start by staying near ATH. Whether you have an early flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Naha Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are perfect:
Arriving at Naha Airport (OKA)
Book a hotel near OKA if you're on a late Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Naha Airport flight. Settle into one of these options and make your arrival easier:
Travel at your own pace with a Naha Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Rakuten, Relax car hire or Hello rent a car and experience more of Okinawa and beyond.
Reserving your ride from Naha Airport about two weeks ahead can help you get the best possible rate.
Getting from Naha Airport (OKA) to central Okinawa
You'll find OKA at 150 Kagamizu, Naha.
From Naha Airport, Okinawa is approximately 32 kilometres away. It takes around 45 minutes to get to the centre driving.
When to fly to Naha Airport (OKA)
It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Naha Airport. June is the busiest month to visit Okinawa. If you'd like a more low-key vibe, go in February.
The warmest month in Okinawa is August, with temperatures ranging between 26ºC (79ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Book your flights from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Naha Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
January sees average temperatures of between 14ºC (57ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF). Search for cheap tickets from ATH to OKA sometime then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Japan
You've seen Okinawa, now it's time to discover more of Japan. Journey around 18 kilometres south-west to Naha to check off its leading attractions. From Nahashi Wakasa Community Centre to Namura Hall and 那覇地方検察庁・福岡高等検察庁那覇支部, there's plenty to keep you busy.
If you're eager to discover another side of Japan, consider Ginowan, roughly 8 kilometres south-west of Okinawa. ラウンドワンスタジアム沖縄宜野湾店スポッチャ, ラウンドワンスタジアム 沖縄・宜野湾店 カラオケ and ぎのわんマリーナ海の駅 are among its highlights.