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This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 5/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
— ATH
23 Apr — 30 Apr1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Flights to Athens in 2026

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Cheapest flights to Athens
Explore the most affordable flight options available to Athens. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on 24 March 2026.

Sun 13/919:40
SYD
-
ATH
1 stop44h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 14/1014:15
ATH
-
SYD
2 stops45h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 19/3$1,543
Tue 12/521:05
SYD
-
ATH
2 stops24h 45m
Turkish Airlines
Fri 29/503:55
ATH
-
SYD
2 stops32h 15m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 21/3$1,551
Sun 10/521:05
SYD
-
ATH
2 stops24h 45m
Turkish Airlines
Mon 18/510:25
ATH
-
SYD
2 stops25h 45m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 22/3$1,554
Wed 27/516:00
SYD
-
ATH
2 stops47h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 21/606:30
ATH
-
SYD
2 stops49h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 21/3$1,555
Thu 18/619:40
SYD
-
ATH
1 stop44h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 3/716:15
ATH
-
SYD
2 stops39h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 20/3$1,560
Sat 23/520:50
SYD
-
ATH
2 stops34h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 12/617:55
ATH
-
SYD
2 stops29h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 21/3$1,565
Sat 2/520:20
SYD
-
ATH
2 stops44h 40m
Sichuan Airlines
Fri 15/512:00
ATH
-
SYD
2 stops43h 15m
Sichuan Airlines
Deal found 22/3$1,568
Thu 11/619:40
SYD
-
ATH
2 stops59h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 30/606:30
ATH
-
SYD
2 stops49h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 22/3$1,570
Sun 7/619:40
SYD
-
ATH
2 stops59h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 30/614:15
ATH
-
SYD
2 stops41h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 20/3$1,573
Fri 1/513:00
SYD
-
ATH
2 stops24h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 17/508:55
ATH
-
SYD
1 stop27h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 21/3$1,587
Wed 1/719:40
SYD
-
ATH
1 stop44h 15m
Air China
Wed 8/714:15
ATH
-
SYD
1 stop41h 35m
Air China
Deal found 19/3$1,597

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Find the latest flights to Athens in 2026, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 647,157 searches and data was last updated on 24 March 2026.

Return from

$1,543

One-way from

$652

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$1,706
13/9-14/10
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  • 3 total stops
  • 89h 25m total
  • Sydney to Athens
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15/9
  • 15/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 40h 50m total
  • Sydney to Athens
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SydneyAthens

SYD - ATH

SYDATH

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 3/6

21:05-08:55

2 stops42h 50m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Fri 4/9

10:25-20:30

2 stops27h 05m

$1,843

SydneyAthens

SYD - ATH

SYDATH

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 22/5

20:50-06:15

1 stop40h 25m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Sat 6/6

19:30-06:10

2 stops27h 40m

$1,890

SydneyAthens

SYD - ATH

SYDATH

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 8/4

15:40-00:45

2 stops40h 05m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Mon 13/4

11:45-06:10

1 stop35h 25m

$1,987

SydneyAthens

SYD - ATH

SYDATH

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 24/5

15:40-12:35

1 stop27h 55m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Thu 11/6

06:05-16:50

2 stops27h 45m

$2,011

SydneyAthens

SYD - ATH

SYDATH

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 11/5

20:50-12:35

1 stop22h 45m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Mon 1/6

19:30-06:10

2 stops27h 40m

$2,021
Fastest return journey

SydneyAthens

SYD - ATH

SYDATH

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 18/5

15:40-06:15

1 stop21h 35m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Fri 22/5

06:05-16:50

2 stops27h 45m

$2,029

SydneyAthens

SYD - ATH

SYDATH

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 9/5

20:45-14:50

1 stop25h 05m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Tue 2/6

16:20-17:10

1 stop41h 50m

$2,059

SydneyAthens

SYD - ATH

SYDATH

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 22/5

21:05-03:05

2 stops37h 00m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Fri 5/6

03:55-19:10

2 stops32h 15m

$2,159

SydneyAthens

SYD - ATH

SYDATH

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 1/6

07:05-08:55

3 stops32h 50m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Sun 21/6

22:00-19:10

2 stops38h 10m

$2,160

SydneyAthens

SYD - ATH

SYDATH

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 5/4

21:10-15:00

1 stop24h 50m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Thu 9/4

18:05-06:05

1 stop29h 00m

$2,187

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When is the best time to book a flight to Athens?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Sydney to Athens. Price data was last updated on 13 March 2026.

The best time to book flights to Athens is 75 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

Reviews of airlines servicing Athens

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Athens. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Athens. Reviews last updated 24 March 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Singapore Airlines,Emirates, andQatar Airways to Greece have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,484 reviews
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Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.8

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Juliet,Oct 2025

PUS - SIN

Very kind staff to arrange my luggage and really appreciate all help.
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,484 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,484 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.8

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Juliet,Oct 2025

PUS - SIN

Very kind staff to arrange my luggage and really appreciate all help.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,542 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,484 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.8

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Juliet,Oct 2025

PUS - SIN

Very kind staff to arrange my luggage and really appreciate all help.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,732 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,484 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.8

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Juliet,Oct 2025

PUS - SIN

Very kind staff to arrange my luggage and really appreciate all help.
Etihad Airways
7.3
Good
1,429 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,484 reviews
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Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.8

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Juliet,Oct 2025

PUS - SIN

Very kind staff to arrange my luggage and really appreciate all help.
Scoot
6.7
Okay
322 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,484 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.8

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Juliet,Oct 2025

PUS - SIN

Very kind staff to arrange my luggage and really appreciate all help.

FAQs about flying to Athens

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Athens?

    If you book a flight to Athens, you will be flying into Eleftherios V., which is the city’s only airport. Athens Eleftherios V. (ATH) is located 19.7 km from the centre of Athens.

  • Can I find cheaper flights to Athens if I am willing to have stopovers?

    Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Athens on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • What is the best airline to fly to Athens?

    Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Virgin Australia is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Athens.

  • What is the cheapest airport to fly to in Athens?

    Athens Eleftherios V. is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Athens. One-way flights to Athens Eleftherios V. typically cost $54, while return flights cost around $191.

  • How much is a return flight to Athens?

    A return flight to Athens will typically cost around $226, however they can be found for as little as $191.

  • Where does the fastest flight to Athens depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to Athens, Perth offers the quickest one-way flight (18 hours 40 minutes).

  • Does Athens Eleftherios V. have car hire?

    Yes. Those touching down at Athens Eleftherios V. can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

  • Are there hotels close to Athens Eleftherios V.?

    Yes. Athens Eleftherios V. has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Sofitel Athens Airport is the closest property to Athens Eleftherios V. (0.0 km away from Athens Eleftherios V.).

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