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July 16 - August 13

Cheapest

KUL - Athens

$586

$547

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July 15 - August 12

Cheapest

Earliest

KUL - Athens

$586

$547

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July 23 - August 6

KUL - Athens

$586

$548

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September 4 - September 16

KUL - Athens

$463

$553

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September 17 - September 25

KUL - Athens

$479

$564

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September 23 - September 30

KUL - Athens

$489

$564

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October 1 - October 12

KUL - Athens

$629

$564

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October 5 - October 16

KUL - Athens

$638

$564

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October 5 - October 9

Best

KUL - Athens

$670

$564

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October 9 - October 15

Best

KUL - Athens

$660

$564

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Insights for flights from Kuala Lumpur to Athens

For those seeking cheap flights from Kuala Lumpur to Athens, recent data indicates that 23% of fares were classified as a good price. Prices for this route typically range from $411–$792, with a median of $610. Right now, current fares are significantly above the typical level, suggesting that prices are higher than usual for this route. New deals show up several times a week, so setting up a price alert could be beneficial.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Kuala Lumpur to Athens? The data shows that October is typically the most affordable month, with a median fare of $334. Following closely, July also offers competitive prices, with a median of $377. June is another relatively inexpensive option, with a median fare of $461.

Regarding direct flights from Kuala Lumpur to Athens, most itineraries connect at least once, as 0% of recent fares were non-stop. For connecting flights, the typical number of stopovers is 1, which is common for long-haul routes.

A typical journey from Kuala Lumpur to Athens takes approximately 20h 15m, including connections. This duration accounts for the stopovers that are characteristic of this long-haul route, reflecting the overall travel time you can expect.

The distance between Kuala Lumpur and Athens is approximately 8749 kilometers. This classifies the route as a long-haul journey, indicating a significant distance that typically involves extended flight times and often requires connections.

How much is a round trip from Kuala Lumpur to Athens

Regular price: $517 - $994

Prices for flights from Kuala Lumpur to Athens are currently within the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Kuala Lumpur to Athens is between $517 and $994. The current lowest deal is $548 with Etihad Airways, for travel from July 23 to August 6.

now $548

Low $517

High $994

The cheapest time to fly from Kuala Lumpur to Athens

For flights from KUL to ATH, the cheapest month to fly is October, with a median price of 334 USD. The most expensive month is August, with a median price of 1361 USD. Prices are generally lower from January to December.

October

Cheapest

Flights from $334

August

Most Expensive

Flights from $1,361

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Direct flights from Kuala Lumpur to Athens

Etihad Airways

Emirates Airlines

Qatar Airways

Air Arabia

Last-minute flights going from Kuala Lumpur to Athens

Fri, Jun 19

⌛ Last-Minute

KUL - Athens

Kuala Lumpur (KUL) - Athens (ATH)

Qatar Airways

$685

$627

One-way

Sun, Jun 28

⌛ Last-Minute

KUL - Athens

Kuala Lumpur (KUL) - Athens (ATH)

Scoot

$650

$575

One-way

Thu, Jul 9

⌛ Last-Minute

KUL - Athens

Kuala Lumpur (KUL) - Athens (ATH)

Qatar Airways

$606

$584

One-way

Thu, Jul 23

⌛ Last-Minute

KUL - Athens

Kuala Lumpur (KUL) - Athens (ATH)

Etihad Airways

$586

$548

One-way

Fri, Jul 24

⌛ Last-Minute

KUL - Athens

Kuala Lumpur (KUL) - Athens (ATH)

Etihad Airways

$586

$587

One-way

Mon, Aug 3

⌛ Last-Minute

KUL - Athens

Kuala Lumpur (KUL) - Athens (ATH)

Emirates Airlines

$684

$615

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Kuala Lumpur to Athens

6 nights

Dec 1 - Dec 7

$782 → $597

24%

7 nights

Dec 2 - Dec 9

$782 → $601

23%

8 nights

Dec 1 - Dec 9

$776 → $598

23%

7 nights

Dec 3 - Dec 10

$781 → $628

20%

Popular Airports to fly from Kuala Lumpur to Athens

Kuala Lumpur - Athens route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from Kuala Lumpur to Athens are below the typical level, with deals from $411.

📅 Best time to fly

October is historically cheapest at $334

Historically, October is the cheapest month to fly from Kuala Lumpur to Athens, with a median price of $334.

⏱️ Flight duration

Flights typically take 20h 15m

Flights from Kuala Lumpur to Athens typically take 20h 15m, with one stopover being common.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are common

There are no direct flights. Connecting flights are available, with 0.4 deals per day historically.

🏆 Airline highlight

Etihad Airways has 70 deals

Etihad Airways historically offers 70 deals for connecting flights from Kuala Lumpur to Athens.

🎯 Booking tip

Good prices are available 23% of the time

Historically, good prices for flights from Kuala Lumpur to Athens are available 23% of the time.

Kuala Lumpur main airports to depart from

Kuala Lumpur International (KUL)

Cheapest

Kuala Lumpur International Airport offers the cheapest flights from Kuala Lumpur to Athens.

📍 ~60 km from city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~$553

Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah (SZB)

Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport is another option for flights from Kuala Lumpur to Athens.

📍 ~15 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$771

Athens main airports to arrive at

Athens International (ATH)

Cheapest

Athens International Airport is the primary gateway for flights arriving in Athens from Kuala Lumpur.

📍 ~20 km from Athens city center (reachable by metro, suburban rail, and bus).

💸 Flights from ~$553

Airports nearby Athens used as alternative

Kalamata International (KLX)

Kalamata International (KLX) is a useful mainland alternative with reliable road access via the A7 highway.

📍 ~160 km from Athens (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$771

Nea Anchialos National (VOL)

Nea Anchialos National (VOL) is a mainland option accessible by car or bus from Athens.

📍 ~180 km from Athens (reachable by car or bus)

💸 Flights from ~$1268

Mykonos Island National (JMK)

Cheapest

Mykonos Island National (JMK) is a major international hub with extensive European connections during peak season.

📍 ~170 km from Athens (requires ferry or domestic flight)

💸 Flights from ~$743

Santorini (Thira) National (JTR)

Santorini (Thira) National (JTR) is a busy airport with diverse international routes, good for long-haul connectivity.

📍 ~200 km from Athens (requires sea or air transfer)

💸 Flights from ~$786

Araxos (GPA)

Araxos (GPA) is a mainland airport serving the Peloponnese region, reachable by road from Athens.

📍 ~200 km from Athens (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$1414

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Athens

Athens, Greece

68% AI deal score

$5,116

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Athens

To find more affordable flights, consider being flexible with your travel dates and times. Comparing prices across different airlines and booking platforms can often reveal better deals. Setting up price alerts may also help you catch drops in fares.

Booking in advance is often recommended, as prices may increase closer to the departure date. However, last-minute deals can sometimes appear. Monitoring price trends can help you decide on an optimal booking time.

Comparing nearby airports at both your origin and destination can sometimes lead to more economical flight options. While it may add to your travel time, the potential savings on airfare can be significant. Always factor in ground transportation costs when considering this option.

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