Book flights from Seoul to Athens with Qatar Airways

The cradle of modern civilisation, the birthplace of democracy – Athens has to be one of the most influential and iconic destinations in the world. Book a flight to Athens with Qatar Airways and you’ll quickly discover why this extraordinary city is so important not just to the history of Europe, but to its future as well.

Filled with incredible historical sites, Athens is also a modern, working city that is home to nearly four million people.

But it’s the history that most visitors come to experience, and immersing yourself in the relics of the past is a great way to understand so much more about our own modern civilisation, as well as Greece’s incredible past.

Tourist Attractions

Athens packs in the attractions, and at the top of most visitors’ lists has to be the Acropolis, a World Heritage site and standing proud above the city itself. For the best overall view of Athens, especially at sunset, head to Lykavittos Hill.

It’s a hot, dusty climb, but on a clear day you can see beyond the port of Piraeus and out to the islands of Aegina and the Peloponnese.

Back in the city, the Ancient Agora is home to some of the best-preserved temples and monuments from the Bronze Age, and the magnificent Temple of Zeus with its towering columns.

Modern Athens has plenty to offer as well, with dozens of museums and galleries to explore. The best way to see Athens is to take an open-top tour of the city by bus.


Travel Considerations

Flights to Athens with Qatar Airways land at Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport. Visa restrictions for entry into the country will depend on your country of origin, length of stay and whether your trip is for business or pleasure. Before you fly to Athens please check the visa and passport requirements.

With a host of exotic destinations to choose from, why not take advantage of the scheduled flights from Seoul to Athens with Qatar Airways to explore a beautiful and historic World Heritage city. To prepare you for the experience of Greek culture, we’ll ensure that you travel there in comfort and arrive in style. Our award-winning services are designed to make your time with us as relaxing and stress-free as possible, with spacious seating, delicious food and friendly, attentive cabin crew to cater to all your needs. 

Greece’s capital is still overlooked by its magnificent ancient Acropolis, and in the sprawling city below the iconic Parthenon the arts and leisure activities are flourishing as never before. The Greeks love their food, and there are numerous restaurants of every description in which to enjoy local as well as international cuisine. Shopping malls and boutiques offer a wealth of designer goods, and after a day’s shopping you can enjoy strolling around the picturesque monuments.

As you arrive to Incheon’s International Airport to fly from Seoul with Qatar Airways, you’ll get a typically warm Korean welcome. Incheon International Airport serves South Korea’s capital, and is one of the largest and busiest airports in the world. A spotlessly clean and modern terminal is packed with facilities, and efficient, friendly staff ensure your journey starts smoothly.

The airport has won numerous awards, including being rated the best airport worldwide by Airports Council International, as the world's cleanest airport and the world's best international transit airport by Skytrax.

Transportation and parking

The huge airport is well served by its own ground transportation network, including an incredibly efficient bus service (known as the limousine bus service) which runs directly from the centre of Seoul to the airport.

The Incheon International Airport Railroad airport express (known as AREX) runs high-speed services from Gimpo Airport and Seoul to the Transport Centre next to the main terminal building.

Fleets of taxis and pre-booked limousine services run to and from the capital to the airport. Look out for the orange-coloured ‘international’ taxis, whose drivers speak English, Japanese and Chinese. Parking is plentiful, and is available for both short and long-term stays.

Arriving at Incheon International Airport

Passengers flying from Seoul with Qatar Airways depart from the main Terminal, concourse A. This is reached via two very long underground passages (Intra Airport Transit is available). The concourse has 30 gates, and six lounges for passengers to enjoy.

Facilities and amenities

The facilities available at Incheon international airport are truly extraordinary, and include a golf course, a spa, private sleeping rooms, an ice skating rink, a casino, indoor gardens and a Museum of Korean Culture.

There is also an entire mall of retail outlets supplying everything from travel accessories to clothes, perfume, toiletries and luxury goods. Its duty-free shopping mall has been rated the world's best for three years in a row by Business Traveller, and there is a huge selection of food and refreshment vendors serving everything from Korean delicacies to international cuisine of the very highest standard.