Flying from Kigali International Airport (KGL) to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH): what you need to know
Athens's timezone is UTC+2, which is the same as Kigali.
To ensure you get on your KGL to ATH flight, allow plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Flying during a peak month like January? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can result in longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Kigali International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Here are some options between KGL and ATH:
Charles de Gaulle Airport
Dubai Airport
Hamad International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Kigali International Airport (KGL) to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
$569 is the best price for a one-way Kigali International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport flight. A return flight starts from $1,064. These fares can change depending on demand.
It's usually smart to book as early as possible if you want to find cheap tickets from KGL to ATH. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the cheapest price across every month when searching for your flight from Kigali International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport.
Save time searching for cheap flights from KGL to ATH by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when a new low fare is offered.
Lock in the perfect flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Kigali International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by airline, departure and arrival times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Kigali International Airport (KGL)
Of the flights that depart from Kigali International Airport, 71.6% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
To get to Kigali International Airport from central Kigali, it takes around 20 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 11 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a trip time of around 1 hour 55 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to KGL? If you've booked an early flight from Kigali International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
If you're coming in on a late Kigali International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these accommodation options near ATH:
Hit the road running by picking up an Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Centauro, Green Motion or Surprice and experience the lesser-explored corners of Athens and beyond.
To secure the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport about three weeks before you travel.
Getting from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) to central Athens
Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport is roughly 40 kilometres from central Athens. The drive time takes about 35 minutes.
Travelling to the centre on public transport takes roughly 1 hour.
When to fly to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
It's time to choose your trip dates for your flight from Kigali International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport. July is the busiest month to visit Athens. If you prefer a more relaxed vibe, go in January.
Book your flight from Kigali International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport for July if you'd like to visit Athens during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 22ºC (72ºF) and 37ºC (99ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from KGL to ATH in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 4ºC (39ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF) on average.
Explore more of Greece
Thessaloniki is just one of the many cities in Greece waiting to be explored after you've seen Athens. Around 306 kilometres away to the north, its top attractions include Arch of Galerius, Aristotelous Square and Museum of Byzantine Culture.
If you want to check out another major stop in Greece, consider Larisa, roughly 209 kilometres north-west of Athens. Agioi Saranta, Saint George Orthodox Church and Second Ancient Theatre are among its highlights.
