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$606+ Cheap flights to Southeast Europe

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— ATH
22 Aug — 29 Aug1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Flights to Southeast Europe in 2026

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Cheapest flights to Southeast Europe
Explore the most affordable flight options available to Southeast Europe. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on 23 July 2026.

Wed 12/815:40
SYD
-
ZAG
2 stops27h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 15/917:50
ZAG
-
SYD
2 stops52h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 18/7$1,584
Sun 1/1110:45
SYD
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TIA
2 stops35h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 27/1112:45
TIA
-
SYD
2 stops35h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 21/7$1,594
Mon 10/819:45
SYD
-
OTP
2 stops47h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 21/815:55
OTP
-
SYD
2 stops39h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 20/7$1,605
Thu 10/921:05
SYD
-
SKG
2 stops30h 20m
Turkish Airlines
Mon 14/909:35
SKG
-
SYD
2 stops26h 35m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 21/7$1,632
Thu 1/1006:30
SYD
-
OTP
3 stops45h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 31/1021:50
OTP
-
SYD
2 stops36h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 20/7$1,655
Sun 6/919:40
SYD
-
OTP
2 stops35h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 20/906:35
OTP
-
SYD
2 stops49h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 21/7$1,706
Sun 6/921:05
SYD
-
ZAG
2 stops30h 25m
Turkish Airlines
Sun 20/920:25
ZAG
-
SYD
2 stops38h 45m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 21/7$1,715
Wed 30/921:05
SYD
-
SKG
2 stops42h 40m
Turkish Airlines
Fri 30/1009:30
SKG
-
SYD
2 stops25h 05m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 22/7$1,729
Sat 17/1020:40
SYD
-
ATH
1 stop44h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 7/1113:25
ATH
-
SYD
2 stops33h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 22/7$1,745
Sun 4/1014:00
SYD
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ATH
1 stop25h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 9/1009:00
ATH
-
SYD
2 stops27h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 21/7$1,751
Sun 2/813:00
SYD
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ATH
1 stop25h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 18/814:25
ATH
-
SYD
2 stops32h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 22/7$1,752
Thu 23/720:35
SYD
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ATH
1 stop42h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 7/814:35
ATH
-
SYD
3 stops34h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 22/7$1,754

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Find flight deals to Southeast Europe

Find the latest flights to Southeast Europe 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 23 July 2026.

Return from

$1,745

One-way from

$606

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$2,057
17/10-7/11
  • 17/10-7/11
  • 3 total stops
  • 77h 55m total
  • Sydney to Athens
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  • Scoot
  • 8/8
  • 1 total stop
  • 42h 10m total
  • Sydney to Southeast Europe
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SydneyBucharest

SYD - OTP

SYDOTP

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 4/9

21:05-14:35

2 stops24h 30m

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Fri 11/9

21:35-19:10

2 stops38h 35m

$1,768

SydneyAthens

SYD - ATH

SYDATH

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 27/8

13:00-07:45

1 stop25h 45m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Mon 14/9

09:00-19:20

1 stop27h 20m

$1,819

SydneyAthens

SYD - ATH

SYDATH

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 26/9

20:35-07:45

1 stop42h 10m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Sat 10/10

23:45-18:55

3 stops35h 10m

$1,842

SydneyBucharest

SYD - OTP

SYDOTP

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 8/10

11:15-01:20

2 stops46h 05m

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Sun 25/10

23:10-09:50

2 stops49h 40m

$1,858

SydneyBelgrade

SYD - BEG

SYDBEG

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 4/8

19:40-22:20

2 stops34h 40m

Belgrade Nikola Tesla

Wed 9/9

11:05-06:10

3 stops35h 05m

$1,892

SydneyBelgrade

SYD - BEG

SYDBEG

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 5/11

21:30-19:30

2 stops32h 00m

Belgrade Nikola Tesla

Mon 9/11

08:50-19:35

2 stops24h 45m

$1,895

SydneyBucharest

SYD - OTP

SYDOTP

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 15/9

21:05-20:15

2 stops30h 10m

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Wed 30/9

15:55-19:10

2 stops44h 15m

$1,901

SydneySkopje

SYD - SKP

SYDSKP

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 11/9

21:05-19:25

2 stops30h 20m

Skopje

Fri 25/9

08:45-09:40

2 stops40h 55m

$1,967

SydneySkopje

SYD - SKP

SYDSKP

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 5/11

21:30-07:55

2 stops44h 25m

Skopje

Mon 9/11

20:45-09:45

2 stops27h 00m

$1,967

SydneyBelgrade

SYD - BEG

SYDBEG

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 10/9

19:40-22:35

2 stops34h 55m

Belgrade Nikola Tesla

Thu 1/10

07:20-19:20

2 stops28h 00m

$1,975

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Everything you need to know about your flight to Southeast Europe

How long is the flight to Southeast Europe?

On average, a flight from Sydney to Southeast Europe takes 29 hours 21 minutes. Flights to Southeast Europe from other popular cities in Australia will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

What are the most popular airlines that fly to Southeast Europe?

The most popular airlines flying from Sydney to Southeast Europe are Emirates, Turkish Airlines and Etihad Airways.

Qatar Airways
Qatar Airways
From $1,459
Emirates
Emirates
From $1,350
Turkish Airlines
Turkish Airlines
From $1,085
Etihad Airways
Etihad Airways
From $1,415

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Southeast Europe?

The cheapest airlines flying from Sydney to Southeast Europe are Scoot, Air China and Virgin Australia.

Rainfall in Southeast Europe by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Southeast Europe 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 Southeast Europe when rainfall is around 5.0 mm.

Temperature in Southeast Europe by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Southeast Europe, 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).

When is the best time to book a flight to Southeast Europe?

The price you pay for your flight to Southeast Europe may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 74 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

Reviews of airlines servicing Southeast Europe

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Southeast Europe. 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 Southeast Europe. Reviews last updated 23 July 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines serving Southeast Europe, such as Emirates,Turkish Airlines, andQatar Airways. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,632 reviews
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Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Crew

8.4

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Steven,May 2026

MNL - DXB

I've never had any problems with Emirates so from the assist to the crew and arrival I have nothing but high praise .I make a point in thanking the people for taking care of me .They are a credit to the company
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,632 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,632 reviews
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Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Crew

8.4

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Steven,May 2026

MNL - DXB

I've never had any problems with Emirates so from the assist to the crew and arrival I have nothing but high praise .I make a point in thanking the people for taking care of me .They are a credit to the company
Turkish Airlines
7.4
Good
4,449 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,632 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Crew

8.4

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Steven,May 2026

MNL - DXB

I've never had any problems with Emirates so from the assist to the crew and arrival I have nothing but high praise .I make a point in thanking the people for taking care of me .They are a credit to the company
Qatar Airways
7.3
Good
3,746 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,632 reviews
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Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Crew

8.4

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Steven,May 2026

MNL - DXB

I've never had any problems with Emirates so from the assist to the crew and arrival I have nothing but high praise .I make a point in thanking the people for taking care of me .They are a credit to the company
Etihad Airways
7.3
Good
1,484 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,632 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Crew

8.4

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Steven,May 2026

MNL - DXB

I've never had any problems with Emirates so from the assist to the crew and arrival I have nothing but high praise .I make a point in thanking the people for taking care of me .They are a credit to the company
Scoot
6.7
Okay
325 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,632 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Crew

8.4

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Steven,May 2026

MNL - DXB

I've never had any problems with Emirates so from the assist to the crew and arrival I have nothing but high praise .I make a point in thanking the people for taking care of me .They are a credit to the company

FAQs about flying to Southeast Europe

  • Can I find cheaper flights to Southeast Europe 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 Southeast Europe on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • What is the best airline to fly to Southeast Europe?

    Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Scoot is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Southeast Europe.

  • How much is a return flight to Southeast Europe?

    A return flight to Southeast Europe will typically cost around $311, however they can be found for as little as $140.

  • Where does the fastest flight to Southeast Europe depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to Southeast Europe, Perth offers the quickest one-way flight (19 hours 50 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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