ATH
Athens
Greece
8,002 km
4,972 miles
GRJ
George
South Africa
Distance
8,002 km
4,972 mi / 4,321 nm
Est. Flight Time
10h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+0h
Europe/Athens
Heading
181°
south

Airport Comparison

ATH GRJ
Airport Name Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport George Airport
IATA Code ATH GRJ
ICAO Code LGAV FAGG
City Athens George
Country Greece South Africa
Timezone Europe/Athens Africa/Johannesburg
Elevation 308 ft 648 ft
Coordinates 37.940000, 23.940000 -34.010000, 22.380000

Athens (ATH) to George (GRJ) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) in Athens, Greece to George Airport (GRJ) in George, South Africa is 8,002 kilometers (4,972 miles / 4,321 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying south at a heading of 181°.

This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.

This is an international route connecting Greece with South Africa. It is an intercontinental flight between Europe and Africa. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 19:27 in Athens, it's 19:27 in George.

The return flight from George (GRJ) to Athens (ATH) follows a heading of 1° (north). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) and George Airport (GRJ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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