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$593+ Cheap flights to Athens

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 22/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
— ATH
28 May — 4 Jun1
1 adult

Flights to Athens in 2025

Find the latest flights to Athens in 2025, 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 23 May 2025.

Return from

$1,425

One-way from

$593

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$1,866
Scoot
  • Scoot
  • 12/7-30/7
  • 2 total stops
  • 69h 30m total
  • Sydney to Athens
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Scoot
  • Scoot
  • 12/7
  • 1 total stop
  • 42h 55m total
  • Sydney to Athens
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($120 potential savings vs. average return price).
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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 23 May 2025.

Sat 12/720:45SYD - ATH
1 stop42h 55mScoot
Wed 30/709:55ATH - SYD
1 stop26h 35mScoot
Deal found 22/5$1,425
Wed 4/612:50SYD - ATH
2 stops51h 05mMultiple Airlines
Mon 16/609:55ATH - SYD
1 stop26h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 22/5$1,428
Wed 30/720:20SYD - ATH
2 stops44h 40mSichuan Airlines
Mon 1/912:00ATH - SYD
2 stops43h 15mSichuan Airlines
Deal found 22/5$1,472
Sun 10/815:40SYD - ATH
2 stops28h 40mEtihad Airways
Sun 7/907:25ATH - SYD
1 stop26h 30mEtihad Airways
Deal found 23/5$1,600
Sat 23/819:40SYD - ATH
1 stop43h 40mAir China
Fri 10/1014:15ATH - SYD
1 stop41h 35mAir China
Deal found 23/5$1,620
Sun 9/1116:10SYD - ATH
1 stop23h 25mSingapore Airlines
Mon 17/1107:50ATH - SYD
1 stop25h 05mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 22/5$1,674
Sun 9/1119:10SYD - ATH
2 stops52h 40mSWISS
Tue 18/1117:40ATH - SYD
2 stops42h 35mSWISS
Deal found 22/5$1,682
Sun 9/1116:10SYD - ATH
2 stops31h 55mLufthansa
Mon 17/1106:35ATH - SYD
2 stops40h 05mLufthansa
Deal found 22/5$1,726
Thu 11/920:55SYD - ATH
2 stops43h 00mTurkish Airlines
Wed 17/903:55ATH - SYD
2 stops32h 05mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 22/5$1,833

Cheapflights Fare Finder

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

SydneyAthens

SYD - ATH

SYDATH

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 12/7

20:45-08:40

1 stop42h 55m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Wed 30/7

09:55-19:30

1 stop26h 35m

$1,425

SydneyAthens

SYD - ATH

SYDATH

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 4/6

12:50-08:55

2 stops51h 05m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Mon 16/6

09:55-19:30

1 stop26h 35m

$1,428

SydneyAthens

SYD - ATH

SYDATH

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 30/7

20:20-10:00

2 stops44h 40m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Mon 1/9

12:00-14:15

2 stops43h 15m

$1,472

SydneyAthens

SYD - ATH

SYDATH

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 10/8

15:40-13:20

2 stops28h 40m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Sun 7/9

07:25-16:55

1 stop26h 30m

$1,769

SydneyAthens

SYD - ATH

SYDATH

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 15/8

20:55-03:05

2 stops37h 10m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Tue 9/9

22:00-19:00

2 stops38h 00m

$1,847

SydneyAthens

SYD - ATH

SYDATH

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 3/6

14:50-23:40

2 stops39h 50m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Sat 14/6

06:30-10:20

2 stops44h 50m

$1,875

SydneyAthens

SYD - ATH

SYDATH

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 22/7

12:50-08:40

1 stop26h 50m

$593

SydneyAthens

SYD - ATH

SYDATH

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 6/6

09:15-13:10

3 stops34h 55m

$703

SydneyAthens

SYD - ATH

SYDATH

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 16/8

20:20-10:00

2 stops44h 40m

$834

SydneyAthens

SYD - ATH

SYDATH

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 15/8

20:55-08:55

2 stops43h 00m

$1,063

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Best time to book a flight to Athens

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Everything you need to know about your flight to Athens

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 16 May 2025.

The best time to book flights to Athens is 89 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.

How long is the flight to Athens?

On average, a flight from Sydney to Athens takes 26 hours 50 minutes. Flights to Athens from other popular cities in Australia will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

When is the cheapest time to fly to Athens?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Sydney to Athens. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

Users looking for the lowest fares to Athens should consider flying on Tuesday at midday, when prices are typically cheapest. Budget-minded travellers will want to avoid Wednesday evenings, when prices are usually at their highest.

What are the most popular airlines that fly to Athens?

The most popular airlines flying from Sydney to Athens are Etihad Airways, Qatar Airways and Scoot.

Etihad Airways
Etihad Airways
From $1,062
Qatar Airways
Qatar Airways
From $1,151
Scoot
Scoot
From $590
Singapore Airlines
Singapore Airlines
From $1,061

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Athens?

The cheapest airlines flying from Sydney to Athens are Scoot, Air China and Turkish Airlines.

Rainfall in Athens by month

Plan your trip to Athens by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Athens ranges from 5.0 - 64.0 mm per month. December is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 64.0 mm. July is typically the driest time to visit Athens when rainfall is around 5.0 mm.

Temperature in Athens by month

Plan your trip to Athens by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Athens, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 28.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 10.0 C).

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 23 May 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Singapore Airlines, Emirates and KLM to Athens have to say. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,298 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.6

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,298 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,298 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.6

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.
Emirates
8.0
Very Good
3,243 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,298 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.6

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.
KLM
7.8
Good
1,346 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,298 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.6

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.
Austrian Airlines
7.6
Good
793 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,298 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.6

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
842 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,298 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.6

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.

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, Scoot 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 $26, while return flights cost around $46.

  • How much is a return flight to Athens?

    A return flight to Athens will typically cost around $177, however they can be found for as little as $30.

  • 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 45 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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