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Cheap flights from Melbourne to Athens from $840

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 9/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — ATH
15 Jun — 22 Jun1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Melbourne to Athens
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Melbourne to Athens. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 16 May 2026.

Mon 20/717:20
MEL
-
ATH
1 stop19h 55m
Etihad Airways
Sun 20/907:20
ATH
-
MEL
1 stop25h 30m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 13/5$1,461
Wed 5/817:20
MEL
-
ATH
1 stop26h 15m
Etihad Airways
Fri 4/907:20
ATH
-
MEL
1 stop25h 30m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 12/5$1,463
Tue 4/813:00
MEL
-
ATH
1 stop25h 45m
Scoot
Wed 16/909:00
ATH
-
MEL
1 stop19h 45m
Scoot
Deal found 13/5$1,471
Tue 28/713:00
MEL
-
ATH
1 stop25h 45m
Scoot
Wed 2/909:00
ATH
-
MEL
1 stop19h 45m
Scoot
Deal found 11/5$1,479
Tue 21/713:00
MEL
-
ATH
1 stop25h 45m
Scoot
Wed 9/909:00
ATH
-
MEL
1 stop19h 45m
Scoot
Deal found 11/5$1,484
Tue 6/1014:00
MEL
-
ATH
1 stop25h 45m
Scoot
Wed 21/1009:00
ATH
-
MEL
1 stop19h 45m
Scoot
Deal found 14/5$1,491
Tue 21/713:00
MEL
-
ATH
1 stop25h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 9/909:00
ATH
-
MEL
2 stops30h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 11/5$1,493
Thu 16/713:00
MEL
-
ATH
1 stop25h 45m
Scoot
Fri 28/809:00
ATH
-
MEL
1 stop19h 45m
Scoot
Deal found 15/5$1,496
Wed 10/619:40
MEL
-
ATH
1 stop44h 15m
Air China
Wed 17/614:15
ATH
-
MEL
1 stop41h 40m
Air China
Deal found 11/5$1,498
Sun 2/806:00
AVV
-
ATH
2 stops32h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 16/809:00
ATH
-
AVV
2 stops30h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 14/5$1,732
Tue 6/1006:00
AVV
-
ATH
2 stops33h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 21/1009:00
ATH
-
AVV
2 stops27h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 14/5$1,922
Fri 10/706:00
AVV
-
ATH
2 stops32h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 25/709:00
ATH
-
AVV
2 stops30h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 14/5$1,939

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Melbourne (ME1) to Athens (ATH). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 16 May 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,461

One-way from

$840

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Average price

$1,707
Etihad Airways
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  • 20/7-20/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 45h 25m total
  • Melbourne to Athens
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  • 9/7
  • 2 total stops
  • 32h 00m total
  • Melbourne to Athens
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MelbourneAthens

MEL - ATH

MELATH

Melbourne

Thu 16/7

13:30-08:55

2 stops26h 25m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Fri 28/8

22:00-07:30

2 stops26h 30m

$1,738

MelbourneAthens

MEL - ATH

MELATH

Melbourne

Wed 29/7

23:30-20:30

2 stops28h 00m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Sun 23/8

22:00-07:30

2 stops26h 30m

$1,767

MelbourneAthens

AVV - ATH

AVVATH

Melbourne Avalon

Fri 10/7

06:00-07:45

2 stops32h 45m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Sat 25/7

09:00-22:50

2 stops30h 50m

$1,939
Fastest return journey

MelbourneAthens

MEL - ATH

MELATH

Melbourne

Sun 13/9

22:45-18:30

1 stop26h 45m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Wed 16/12

13:20-23:20

1 stop25h 00m

$1,947

MelbourneAthens

AVV - ATH

AVVATH

Melbourne Avalon

Sat 11/7

06:00-07:45

2 stops32h 45m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Wed 5/8

09:00-22:50

2 stops30h 50m

$1,955

MelbourneAthens

MEL - ATH

MELATH

Melbourne

Sun 7/6

22:55-20:25

1 stop28h 30m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Mon 29/6

23:10-08:50

2 stops26h 40m

$1,989

MelbourneAthens

MEL - ATH

MELATH

Melbourne

Mon 8/6

23:30-03:05

2 stops34h 35m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Mon 29/6

10:25-08:20

2 stops38h 55m

$2,112

MelbourneAthens

MEL - ATH

MELATH

Melbourne

Tue 28/7

22:55-20:25

1 stop28h 30m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Tue 15/9

23:10-08:50

2 stops26h 40m

$2,142

MelbourneAthens

MEL - ATH

MELATH

Melbourne

Sun 6/9

15:55-08:55

2 stops24h 00m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Sun 4/10

22:00-09:50

2 stops27h 50m

$2,161

MelbourneAthens

MEL - ATH

MELATH

Melbourne

Tue 28/7

12:05-14:50

2 stops33h 45m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Tue 15/9

12:10-04:40

3 stops33h 30m

$2,214

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Best time to book a flight from Melbourne to Athens

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Melbourne to Athens

How far ahead should I book a flight from Melbourne to Athens?

Booking 41 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Melbourne to Athens. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Melbourne to Athens?

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to Athens (average of $427). Flying from Melbourne to Athens in June is currently the most expensive (average of $2,422). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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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 16 May 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Melbourne to Athens, such as Emirates,Virgin Australia, andQatar Airways. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,572 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

DXB - ORD

Overall it was wonderfull for the amount I paid for.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,572 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,572 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

DXB - ORD

Overall it was wonderfull for the amount I paid for.
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
454 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,572 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

DXB - ORD

Overall it was wonderfull for the amount I paid for.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,725 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,572 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

DXB - ORD

Overall it was wonderfull for the amount I paid for.
Etihad Airways
7.3
Good
1,439 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,572 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

DXB - ORD

Overall it was wonderfull for the amount I paid for.
Scoot
6.7
Okay
325 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,572 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

DXB - ORD

Overall it was wonderfull for the amount I paid for.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Melbourne to Athens. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

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

    For a flight from Melbourne to Athens, you will be flying into Eleftherios V.. Athens Eleftherios V. (ATH) is just 19.7 km from the centre vof the city. Eleftherios V. is the only Athens airport and it handles 0 inbound flights from Melbourne per day. 11 airlines have flights to Athens Eleftherios V. from Melbourne on a regular basis.

  • How long is the flight from Melbourne to Athens?

    Departing from Melbourne to Athens will take you 26h 45m. There are 14904 km between Melbourne and Athens. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Melbourne to Athens round-trip?

    According to our current data, Scoot ($826), Air China ($983), and Sichuan Airlines ($1,270) offers the cheapest pricing from Melbourne to Athens. Scoot is priced at 55% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Melbourne to Athens one-way?

    The cheapet airlines for a one-way flight from Melbourne to Athens are Scoot ($401), Air China ($581), and Juneyao Airlines ($586).

  • Where are the most common stopover locations when flying from Melbourne to Athens?

    Melbourne to Athens flights have a stopover in Doha most often. Abu Dhabi is the second most popular location for stopovers on flights from Melbourne to Athens. Abu Dhabi is followed by Singapore in terms of the most popular stopover location for Melbourne to Athens flights.

  • What are points of interest worth seeing during a stopover in Singapore?

    If you're on a stopover in Singapore and looking for things to do, consider visiting Sentosa, Merlion, or Universal Studios Singapore. Sentosa, Merlion, and Universal Studios Singapore can be accessed by travelling approximately 21.6 km, 16.9 km, and 21.6 km, respectively from Singapore Changi. Travellers can book a car hire at Singapore Changi for about $135 per day to make their sightseeing more efficient.

  • Where are the least popular stopover locations for Melbourne to Athens flights?

    Melbourne to Athens flights have a stopover in Istanbul the least frequently. Dubai sees the next fewest stopovers on Melbourne to Athens flights.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Melbourne to Athens that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Melbourne to Athens flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Melbourne to Athens?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Melbourne to Athens.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Melbourne to Athens?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Melbourne to Athens by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Melbourne to Athens?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to Athens (average of $427). Flying from Melbourne to Athens in June is currently the most expensive (average of $2,422). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 10 airlines flying from Melbourne to Athens

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Melbourne to Athens. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 647,157 searches. Data last updated 16 May 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
ScootCheapest$826Average$1,283FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Air ChinaCheapest$983Average$1,269FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Sichuan AirlinesCheapest$1,270Average$1,380FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapest$1,319Average$1,648FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest$1,364Average$1,778FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest$1,450Average$1,943FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,609Average$2,028FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$1,665Average$2,149FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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EmiratesCheapest$1,784Average$2,065FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,853Average$2,175FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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