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Cheap Flights from Washington, D.C. to Athens

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Today’s best flight deals from Washington, D.C. to Athens

Explore current cheapest deals departing from Washington, D.C. to Athens

October 7 - October 15

Cheapest
Best

DCA - Athens

$975

$674

Round trip

October 13 - October 15

Best

DCA - Athens

$1,013

$676

Round trip

October 11 - October 13

Best

DCA - Athens

$1,014

$676

Round trip

October 8 - October 15

Best

DCA - Athens

$983

$677

Round trip

October 11 - October 15

Best

DCA - Athens

$1,008

$677

Round trip

October 13 - October 14

Best

DCA - Athens

$1,014

$681

Round trip

September 8 - September 15

Earliest

DCA - Athens

$918

$682

Round trip

October 14 - October 15

Best

DCA - Athens

$1,014

$682

Round trip

October 11 - October 14

Best

DCA - Athens

$1,008

$682

Round trip

October 6 - October 16

DCA - Athens

$960

$683

Round trip

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Insights for flights from Washington, D.C. to Athens

Flights from Washington, D.C. to Athens cover a substantial distance of 8298 km, classifying this as a long-haul route. This significant distance means that journeys typically involve multiple connections, influencing overall travel time and fare structures.
For travelers looking for cheap flights from Washington, D.C. to Athens, fares typically range from $1063–$1447, with a median of $1252. Right now, current fares are near the typical level for this route. Only 1% of recent fares were classified as a good price, indicating that finding exceptionally low prices can be challenging. New deals appear almost daily, so setting up a price alert can be beneficial for tracking fare changes.
When considering the cheapest time to fly from Washington, D.C. to Athens, January stands out with a median fare of $452. Other relatively cheaper months include August, with a median fare of $1180, and April, with a median of $1213. These months offer more favorable pricing compared to the overall median for the route.
Most itineraries for this route are connecting, with only 2.4% of recent fares being direct flights from Washington, D.C. to Athens. For the vast majority of itineraries that involve connections, the median number of stopovers is 2, which significantly impacts the total travel duration.
A typical journey from Washington, D.C. to Athens, including connections, takes approximately 34h 13m. This extended duration is largely due to the long-haul nature of the route and the prevalence of itineraries with two or more stopovers, making it important to factor in travel time when planning your trip.

How much is a round trip from Washington, D.C. to Athens

Regular price: $816 - $1,440

Prices are currently below the regular range.

The regular price for flights from Washington, D.C. to Athens typically ranges from $816 to $1440. The current lowest deal is $674 with JetBlue Airways, for travel from Oct 7-Oct 15.

now $674

Low $816

High $1,440

The cheapest time to fly from Washington, D.C. to Athens

The cheapest month to fly from Washington to Athens is January, with a median price of $452. The most expensive month is June, with a median price of $1579. Prices are generally lower from January to November.

January

Cheapest

Flights from $452

June

Most Expensive

Flights from $1,579

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Direct flights from Washington, D.C. to Athens

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United Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Washington, D.C. to Athens

Tue, Jul 14

⌛ Last-Minute

BWI - Athens

British Airways

Washington, D.C. (BWI) - Athens (ATH)

British Airways

$1,018

$818

One-way

Tue, Jul 14

⌛ Last-Minute

BWI - Athens

British Airways

Washington, D.C. (BWI) - Athens (ATH)

British Airways

$1,018

$832

One-way

Wed, Jul 15

⌛ Last-Minute

BWI - Athens

British Airways

Washington, D.C. (BWI) - Athens (ATH)

British Airways

$1,018

$823

One-way

Wed, Jul 15

⌛ Last-Minute

BWI - Athens

British Airways

Washington, D.C. (BWI) - Athens (ATH)

British Airways

$996

$825

One-way

Mon, Jul 20

⌛ Last-Minute

BWI - Athens

British Airways

Washington, D.C. (BWI) - Athens (ATH)

British Airways

$1,000

$826

One-way

Tue, Aug 18

⌛ Last-Minute

BWI - Athens

Icelandair

Washington, D.C. (BWI) - Athens (ATH)

Icelandair

$854

$731

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Washington, D.C. to Athens

7 nights

Dec 1 - Dec 8

$1,085  →  $700

35%

7 nights

Dec 9 - Dec 16

$1,125  →  $746

34%

14 nights

Dec 8 - Dec 22

$1,103  →  $746

32%

9 nights

Dec 6 - Dec 15

$1,077  →  $722

33%

Popular Airports to fly from Washington, D.C. to Athens

Washington, D.C. - Athens route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from Washington, D.C. to Athens are below the typical level at $674.

📅 Best time to fly

January is historically cheapest at $452

Historically, January is the cheapest month to fly from Washington, D.C. to Athens at $452.

⏱️ Flight duration

Flights typically take 34h 13m

Flights from Washington, D.C. to Athens typically take 34h 13m with connecting flights.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Only 2.4% of deals are direct, making connecting flights dominant for this route.

🏆 Airline highlight

United Airlines offers direct flights

United Airlines has offered direct flights from Washington, D.C. to Athens.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent for this route

Deals for flights from Washington, D.C. to Athens are frequent, with over 1 deal per day.

Washington, D.C. main airports to depart from

Ronald Reagan Washington National (DCA)

Cheapest

Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport is a convenient departure point for flights to Athens.

📍 ~5 km from Washington, D.C. (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~$674

Baltimore–Washington International (BWI)

Baltimore–Washington International Airport offers another option for flights from Washington, D.C. to Athens.

📍 ~50 km from Washington, D.C. (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~$701

Washington Dulles International (IAD)

Washington Dulles International Airport serves as a major hub for departures to Athens.

📍 ~40 km from Washington, D.C. (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$717

Athens main airports to arrive at

Athens International (ATH)

Cheapest

Athens International Airport is the primary gateway for flights arriving in Athens from Washington, D.C.

📍 ~20 km from Athens city center

💸 Flights from ~$675

Airports nearby Athens used as alternative

Kalamata International (KLX)

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

📍 ~160 km from Athens (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$845

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 ~$1008

Mykonos Island National (JMK)

Mykonos Island National (JMK) offers extensive European connections, especially during peak season.

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

💸 Flights from ~$848

Santorini (Thira) National (JTR)

Cheapest

Santorini (Thira) National (JTR) is a busy airport with diverse international routes and strong long-haul connectivity.

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

💸 Flights from ~$730

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 ~$849

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Athens

Historically, booking flights from Washington, D.C. to Athens 60+ days in advance typically yields the lowest average prices, around $1296. Prices tend to increase as the departure date approaches. For instance, flights booked 28-59 days out average $1341, while those booked 0-6 days before departure are significantly higher, averaging $1722. Planning ahead can result in considerable savings on this route.

Across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from Washington, D.C. to Athens is considered to be $1063 or less. The median price for this route historically stands at $1252. Prices can vary, with 75% of deals observed being $1447 or less. Travelers aiming for the best value should target prices around the $1063 mark.

Historically, January has been the cheapest month to fly from Washington, D.C. to Athens, with a median price of $452. Other relatively more affordable months include August, with a median price of $1180. The annual median price for this route is $1252, indicating that January offers substantial savings compared to the yearly average. April, by contrast, has historically been the most expensive month, with a median price of $1213.

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