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July 14 - July 21

Cheapest

Best

Earliest

ORK - Athens

$437

$174

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December 2 - December 8

ORK - Athens

$446

$175

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November 9 - November 12

ORK - Athens

$368

$176

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September 15 - September 23

ORK - Athens

$394

$183

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July 14 - July 25

Earliest

ORK - Athens

$414

$187

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September 7 - September 13

ORK - Athens

$407

$187

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September 21 - September 29

ORK - Athens

$394

$188

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October 10 - October 17

ORK - Athens

$415

$190

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September 10 - September 14

ORK - Athens

$416

$192

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September 12 - September 28

ORK - Athens

$373

$197

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Insights for flights from Cork to Athens

For travelers looking for cheap flights from Cork to Athens, November stands out as the most affordable month, with a median fare of $225. October is also a strong contender, offering a median fare of $228, closely followed by September at $238. These months present the best opportunities for cost-effective travel on this route.

Fares for flights from Cork to Athens typically range from $248–$344, with a median price of $293. Right now, current fares are near the typical level for this route. Approximately 26% of recent fares have been classified as a good price, indicating that competitive offers are available. New deals appear almost daily, suggesting frequent opportunities to find favorable prices.

When considering how long is the flight from Cork to Athens, a typical journey, including connections, takes about 13h 15m. Most itineraries on this route connect at least once, as 0% of recent fares were for direct flights from Cork to Athens. The median number of stopovers for connecting flights is 1, which contributes to the overall travel time.

The distance between Cork and Athens is approximately 2950 kilometers. This places the route in the medium-haul category, meaning you can expect a substantial journey that typically involves connecting flights.

How much is a round trip from Cork to Athens

Regular price: $378 - $731

Prices for flights from Cork to Athens are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for this route is between $378 and $731. The current lowest deal is $174 with Ryanair, for travel from Jul 14 to Jul 21.

now $174

Low $378

High $731

The cheapest time to fly from Cork to Athens

The cheapest month to fly from Cork to Athens is November, with a median price of 225 USD. The most expensive month is July, with a median price of 316 USD. Prices are generally lower from January to November.

November

Cheapest

Flights from $225

July

Most Expensive

Flights from $316

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Direct flights from Cork to Athens

Ryanair

Swiss International Air Lines

Last-minute flights going from Cork to Athens

Fri, Jun 19

⌛ Last-Minute

ORK - Athens

Cork (ORK) - Athens (ATH)

Swiss International Air Lines

$447

$287

One-way

Sat, Jun 20

⌛ Last-Minute

ORK - Athens

Cork (ORK) - Athens (ATH)

Ryanair

$491

$275

One-way

Tue, Jun 23

⌛ Last-Minute

ORK - Athens

Cork (ORK) - Athens (ATH)

Swiss International Air Lines

$485

$259

One-way

Wed, Jun 24

⌛ Last-Minute

ORK - Athens

Cork (ORK) - Athens (ATH)

Ryanair

$476

$274

One-way

Wed, Jul 1

⌛ Last-Minute

ORK - Athens

Cork (ORK) - Athens (ATH)

Ryanair

$467

$209

One-way

Wed, Jul 1

⌛ Last-Minute

ORK - Athens

Cork (ORK) - Athens (ATH)

Ryanair

$489

$265

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Cork to Athens

6 nights

Dec 2 - Dec 8

$446 → $175

61%

5 nights

Aug 24 - Aug 29

$493 → $225

54%

7 nights

Jul 14 - Jul 21

$437 → $174

60%

7 nights

Aug 21 - Aug 28

$483 → $223

54%

Popular Airports to fly from Cork to Athens

Cork - Athens route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are near the typical level.

Recent fares from Cork to Athens are near the typical level of $293.

📅 Best time to fly

November is historically the cheapest month to fly.

Historically, November is the cheapest month to fly from Cork to Athens, with a median price of $225.

⏱️ Flight duration

Connecting flights typically take 13h 15m.

Flights from Cork to Athens typically take 13h 15m, with 1 stopover on connecting routes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are available from Cork to Athens.

There are no direct flights. Connecting flights are available from Cork to Athens.

🏆 Airline highlight

Ryanair offers connecting flights.

Ryanair has historically offered connecting flights from Cork to Athens.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear frequently for this route.

Deals for flights from Cork to Athens appear frequently, about 0.67 deals per day.

Cork main airports to depart from

Cork (ORK)

Cheapest

Cork Airport (ORK) is a good choice for flights from Cork to Athens.

📍 ~6 km from city center (reachable by car or bus)

💸 Flights from ~$174

Athens main airports to arrive at

Athens International (ATH)

Cheapest

Athens International Airport is the primary gateway to Athens, offering convenient access to the city and surrounding attractions.

📍 ~30 km from Athens city center (reachable by public transport and car)

💸 Flights from ~$174

Airports nearby Athens used as alternative

Kalamata International (KLX)

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

📍 ~135 km from Athens (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$228

Nea Anchialos National (VOL)

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

📍 ~175 km from Athens (reachable by car or bus)

💸 Flights from ~$344

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 ~$173

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 ~$188

Araxos (GPA)

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

📍 ~180 km from Athens (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$418

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Athens

71% AI deal score

$1,446

From ORK

Elite

Sep 02

Athens, Greece

71% AI deal score

$1,479

From ORK

Elite

Sep 01

Athens, Greece

71% AI deal score

$1,492

From ORK

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Aug 24

Athens, Greece

71% AI deal score

$1,514

From ORK

Elite

Oct 29

Athens, Greece

71% AI deal score

Athens, Greece

47% AI deal score

$2,689

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, often several months before your intended travel date, can sometimes result in lower prices. However, last-minute deals can occasionally appear, so it's worth monitoring fare trends. Prices can fluctuate, so there isn't a single perfect booking time.

Comparing nearby airports at both your origin and destination can sometimes uncover more economical flight options. While it may add to your travel time, the potential savings on airfare can be significant. Always factor in the cost and convenience of ground transportation to and from alternative airports.

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