What airport do you fly into for flights to Athens?

Booking a flight to Athens Eleftherios V. (ATH) is your only option if you intend on flying to Athens. It is only a 19.7 km journey from Eleftherios V. to Athens’s city centre.

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, Emirates 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 $73, while return flights cost around $995.

How much is a return flight to Athens?

A return flight to Athens will typically cost around $1,390, however they can be found for as little as $995.

Where does the fastest flight to Athens depart from?

For those looking to save time traveling to Athens, Auckland Intl offers the quickest one-way flight (27 hours 45 minutes).

Does Athens Eleftherios V. have rental cars?

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.).

What are the most popular airlines that fly to Athens?

The most popular airlines flying from Auckland to Athens are Qatar Airways, Turkish Airlines and Emirates.

How long is the flight to Athens?

On average, a flight from Auckland to Athens takes 27 hours 45 minutes. Flights to Athens from other popular cities in New Zealand will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Athens?

The cheapest airlines flying from Auckland to Athens are Etihad Airways, Turkish Airlines and Air China.

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.

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).

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Wed 28/10

06:15-15:10

3 stops43h 55m

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Wed 31/12

00:00-10:00

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$1,074

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Thu 31/12

14:15-08:15

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AKL Auckland Intl - ATH Athens Eleftherios V.

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Thu 10/12

14:15-08:15

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Thu 31/12

22:00-21:30

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Athens Eleftherios V.

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00:00-10:00

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Wed 28/10

15:15-08:40

1 stop52h 25m

Athens Eleftherios V.

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00:00-10:00

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Mon 16/11

17:20-17:15

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09:40-18:40

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Fri 13/11

17:45-11:10

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13:20-06:50

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Mon 16/11

17:45-11:10

1 stop28h 25m

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13:20-00:25

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AKL Auckland Intl - ATH Athens Eleftherios V.

AKLATH

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Thu 12/11

17:45-11:10

1 stop28h 25m

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Thu 19/11

13:20-00:25

1 stop24h 05m

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To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight to Athens, you should look to book at least 82 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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Read through reviews of airlines serving Greece, such as Emirates,Air China, andQatar Airways. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

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Staff are very attentive. Food is good and enough. Planes are ckean and economy space is good. Would like more recent movies on the list.

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10.0

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Karen,May 2026

BKK - DXB

Staff are very attentive. Food is good and enough. Planes are ckean and economy space is good. Would like more recent movies on the list.

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7.5

Good

166 reviews

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1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Karen,May 2026

BKK - DXB

Staff are very attentive. Food is good and enough. Planes are ckean and economy space is good. Would like more recent movies on the list.

Qatar Airways

7.4

Good

3,727 reviews

Emirates

8.1

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1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Karen,May 2026

BKK - DXB

Staff are very attentive. Food is good and enough. Planes are ckean and economy space is good. Would like more recent movies on the list.

Turkish Airlines

7.4

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4,458 reviews

Emirates

8.1

Very Good

3,667 reviews

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1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Karen,May 2026

BKK - DXB

Staff are very attentive. Food is good and enough. Planes are ckean and economy space is good. Would like more recent movies on the list.

British Airways

6.7

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1 / 20

10.0

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Karen,May 2026

BKK - DXB

Staff are very attentive. Food is good and enough. Planes are ckean and economy space is good. Would like more recent movies on the list.

FAQs about flying to Athens

What airport do you fly into for flights to Athens?
Booking a flight to Athens Eleftherios V. (ATH) is your only option if you intend on flying to Athens. It is only a 19.7 km journey from Eleftherios V. to Athens’s city centre.
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, Emirates 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 $73, while return flights cost around $995.
How much is a return flight to Athens?
A return flight to Athens will typically cost around $1,390, however they can be found for as little as $995.
Where does the fastest flight to Athens depart from?
For those looking to save time traveling to Athens, Auckland Intl offers the quickest one-way flight (27 hours 45 minutes).
Does Athens Eleftherios V. have rental cars?
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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To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight to Athens, you should look to book at least 82 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Athens?

The cheapest airlines flying from Auckland to Athens are Etihad Airways, Turkish Airlines and Air China.

Rainfall in Athens 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.

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On average, a flight from Auckland to Athens takes 27 hours 45 minutes. Flights to Athens from other popular cities in New Zealand will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

Reviews of airlines servicing Athens

Read through reviews of airlines serving Greece, such as Emirates,Air China, andQatar Airways. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

FAQs about flying to Athens

What airport do you fly into for flights to Athens?

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

What is the best airline to fly to Athens?

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