Airport Comparison
| ATH | POP | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport | Gregorio Luperon International Airport |
| IATA Code | ATH | POP |
| ICAO Code | LGAV | MDPP |
| City | Athens | Puerto Plata |
| Country | Greece | Dominican Republic |
| Timezone | Europe/Athens | America/Santo_Domingo |
| Elevation | 308 ft | 15 ft |
| Coordinates | 37.940000, 23.940000 | 19.760000, -70.570000 |
Athens (ATH) to Puerto Plata (POP) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) in Athens, Greece to Gregorio Luperon International Airport (POP) in Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic is 9,051 kilometers (5,624 miles / 4,887 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying west northwest at a heading of 288°.
This is an ultra-long-haul route, one of the longest in aviation. It requires wide-body aircraft with extended range capability such as the Airbus A350-900ULR or Boeing 777-200LR. Passengers should prepare for an extended flight with multiple meal services.
This is an international route connecting Greece with Dominican Republic. It is an intercontinental flight between Europe and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 04:54 in Athens, it's 22:54 in Puerto Plata. With a 6-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.
The return flight from Puerto Plata (POP) to Athens (ATH) follows a heading of 53° (northeast). 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 Gregorio Luperon International Airport (POP) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.