Are there direct flights from Athens to Santorini?

Yes, direct flights from Athens to Santorini are widely available. Historically, approximately 92.4% of all flights on this route have been direct. For the small percentage of flights that do include a stopover, travelers typically experience one stop. This high percentage of direct options makes it convenient for travelers seeking a non-stop journey.

How long is the flight from Athens to Santorini?

The typical direct flight from Athens to Santorini has a median duration of 50 minutes. This short flight covers a distance of 218 kilometers. Flights with one stop, however, are significantly longer, with a median duration of 17 hours and 15 minutes. Travelers prioritizing speed will find direct options to be considerably faster.

How often do cheap flights from Athens to Santorini come up?

Historically, cheap flights from Athens to Santorini come up frequently. This route is classified as offering frequent opportunities for finding good deals. Travelers can typically expect to find favorable prices with regularity across the trailing 30 days.

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Athens to Santorini: Overview

Insights for flights from Athens to Santorini

Right now, fares for flights from Athens to Santorini are significantly above the typical level, with only 23% of recent fares classified as a good price. Prices for this route typically range from $79–$182, with a median of $110. New deals for this route appear almost daily, offering frequent opportunities to find cheap flights from Athens to Santorini.

A typical journey from Athens to Santorini takes about 0h 50m. This route is predominantly served by direct flights, with 92.4% of recent itineraries being non-stop. For the few connecting itineraries, the median number of stopovers is 1.

The route from Athens to Santorini covers a distance of 218 km, classifying it as a short-haul flight. This means you can expect a quick journey between these two destinations.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Athens to Santorini? You'll find the most affordable fares in September, with a median price of $58. August also offers competitive pricing, with a median of $59, followed by June at a median of $69. Planning your trip during these months can lead to notable savings.

How much is a round trip from Athens to Santorini

Regular price: €60 - €169

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

The regular price range for flights from Athens to Santorini is 60 EUR to 169 EUR. The current lowest deal is 32 EUR with Ryanair, for travel from Oct 5-Oct 22.

now 32 €

Low 60 €

High 169 €

The cheapest time to fly from Athens to Santorini

The cheapest month to fly from Athens to Santorini is April, with a median price of $76. The most expensive month is July, with a median price of $169. Prices are generally lower from January to December.

April

Cheapest

Flights from 76 €

July

Most Expensive

Flights from 169 €

Jan

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Athens to Santorini

Aegean Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Athens to Santorini

Thu, Sep 24

⌛ Last-Minute

ATH - Santorini

Athens (ATH) - Santorini (JTR)

Ryanair

100 €

65 €

One-way

Thu, Oct 1

⌛ Last-Minute

ATH - Santorini

Athens (ATH) - Santorini (JTR)

Ryanair

72 €

33 €

One-way

Thu, Oct 1

⌛ Last-Minute

ATH - Santorini

Athens (ATH) - Santorini (JTR)

Ryanair

73 €

36 €

One-way

Thu, Oct 1

⌛ Last-Minute

ATH - Santorini

Athens (ATH) - Santorini (JTR)

Ryanair

74 €

43 €

One-way

Thu, Oct 1

⌛ Last-Minute

ATH - Santorini

Athens (ATH) - Santorini (JTR)

Ryanair

72 €

44 €

One-way

Thu, Oct 1

⌛ Last-Minute

ATH - Santorini

Athens (ATH) - Santorini (JTR)

Ryanair

73 €

45 €

One-way

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

3 nights

Oct 6 - Oct 9

187 € → 119 €

37%

2 nights

Oct 18 - Oct 20

87 € → 33 €

62%

1 night

Oct 19 - Oct 20

87 € → 33 €

62%

5 nights

Oct 15 - Oct 20

88 € → 33 €

62%

Popular Airports to fly from Athens to Santorini

Athens - Santorini route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares are above the typical level, with 23% of recent fares considered good deals.

📅 Best time to fly

September is historically cheapest at $58

Historically, September, August, and June offer the lowest median prices for this route.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights average 0h 50m

Direct flights typically take 0h 50m, while connecting flights average 19h 0m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

92.4% of recent flights are direct

The majority of recent flights on this route are direct, with frequent deals available.

🏆 Airline highlight

Aegean Airlines offers direct flights

Aegean Airlines provides direct flights on this route, with one recent direct deal.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent for this route

This route frequently has deals, with 23% of recent fares considered good prices.

Athens main airports to depart from

Athens International (ATH)

Cheapest

Athens International Airport is a convenient departure point for flights to Santorini, with competitive prices.

📍 ~20 km from Athens city center (reachable by car or public transport)

💸 Flights from ~€31

Santorini main airports to arrive at

Santorini (Thira) National (JTR)

Cheapest

Santorini (Thira) National Airport is the primary arrival airport for Santorini, offering direct access to the island.

📍 ~2 km from Santorini (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~€32

Airports nearby Santorini used as alternative

Heraklion International (HER)

Heraklion International is a major international hub in Crete with frequent high-speed ferry connections from Santorini.

📍 ~120 km from Santorini (requires a ferry transfer of approximately 2 hours)

💸 Flights from ~€57

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Dec 13

Santorini, Greece

73% AI deal score

$468

$315

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Nov 24

Santorini, Greece

72% AI deal score

$433

$314

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Business Class

From ATH

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Nov 24

Santorini, Greece

72% AI deal score

$427

$314

Save $113

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Business Class

From ATH

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Jan 23

Santorini, Greece

72% AI deal score

$447

$314

Save $133

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Business Class

From ATH

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Nov 01

Santorini, Greece

72% AI deal score

$427

$314

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Business Class

From ATH

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Jan 12

Santorini, Greece

71% AI deal score

$411

$314

Save $97

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Business Class

From ATH

Elite

Nov 24

Santorini, Greece

71% AI deal score

$421

$314

Save $107

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Business Class

From ATH

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Jan 18

Santorini, Greece

71% AI deal score

$420

$314

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From ATH

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Nov 22

Santorini, Greece

71% AI deal score

$414

$314

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Business Class

From ATH

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Jan 24

Santorini, Greece

71% AI deal score

$413

$314

Save $99

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Business Class

From ATH

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Jan 19

Santorini, Greece

71% AI deal score

$411

$314

Save $97

Aegean Airlines

Business Class

From ATH

Elite

Jan 11

Santorini, Greece

71% AI deal score

$411

$314

Save $97

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Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Santorini

Historically, the optimal booking window for flights from Athens to Santorini is typically between 14 and 27 days prior to departure. During this period, the average price was observed to be around $74. Prices tend to be higher for bookings made further in advance, with an average of $167 for flights booked 60 or more days out. Even last-minute bookings, within 0-6 days of departure, show an average price of $78, which is slightly higher than the best window but still better than booking far in advance.

Across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from Athens to Santorini is considered to be $79 or less. The median price for this route was $110. Fares can go higher, with 75% of prices observed at $182 or less. Travelers aiming for a budget-friendly trip should target fares around the $79 mark.

Historically, September has been the most affordable month to fly from Athens to Santorini, with a median price of $58. August also offers competitive prices, with a median of $59. While June shows a median of $69, it was also identified as the most expensive month on average. The annual median price for this route is $110, indicating that certain months offer significant savings.

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Athens to Santorini: Overview

Insights for flights from Athens to Santorini

The route from Athens to Santorini covers a distance of 218 km, classifying it as a short-haul flight. This means you can expect a quick journey between these two destinations.

How much is a round trip from Athens to Santorini

Regular price: €60 - €169

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

The regular price range for flights from Athens to Santorini is 60 EUR to 169 EUR. The current lowest deal is 32 EUR with Ryanair, for travel from Oct 5-Oct 22.

now 32 €

Low 60 €

High 169 €

The cheapest time to fly from Athens to Santorini

April

Cheapest

Flights from 76 €

July

Most Expensive

Flights from 169 €

Jan

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Athens to Santorini

Aegean Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Athens to Santorini

Thu, Sep 24

⌛ Last-Minute

ATH - Santorini

Athens (ATH) - Santorini (JTR)

Ryanair

100 €

65 €

One-way

Thu, Oct 1

⌛ Last-Minute

ATH - Santorini

Athens (ATH) - Santorini (JTR)

Ryanair

72 €

33 €

One-way

Thu, Oct 1

⌛ Last-Minute

ATH - Santorini

Athens (ATH) - Santorini (JTR)

Ryanair

73 €

36 €

One-way

Thu, Oct 1

⌛ Last-Minute

ATH - Santorini

Athens (ATH) - Santorini (JTR)

Ryanair

74 €

43 €

One-way

Thu, Oct 1

⌛ Last-Minute

ATH - Santorini

Athens (ATH) - Santorini (JTR)

Ryanair

72 €

44 €

One-way

Thu, Oct 1

⌛ Last-Minute

ATH - Santorini

Athens (ATH) - Santorini (JTR)

Ryanair

73 €

45 €

One-way

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

3 nights

Oct 6 - Oct 9

187 € → 119 €

37%

2 nights

Oct 18 - Oct 20

87 € → 33 €

62%

1 night

Oct 19 - Oct 20

87 € → 33 €

62%

5 nights

Oct 15 - Oct 20

88 € → 33 €

62%

Popular Airports to fly from Athens to Santorini

Athens - Santorini route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares are above the typical level, with 23% of recent fares considered good deals.

📅 Best time to fly

September is historically cheapest at $58

Historically, September, August, and June offer the lowest median prices for this route.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights average 0h 50m

Direct flights typically take 0h 50m, while connecting flights average 19h 0m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

92.4% of recent flights are direct

The majority of recent flights on this route are direct, with frequent deals available.

🏆 Airline highlight

Aegean Airlines offers direct flights

Aegean Airlines provides direct flights on this route, with one recent direct deal.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent for this route

This route frequently has deals, with 23% of recent fares considered good prices.

Athens main airports to depart from

Athens International (ATH)

Cheapest

Athens International Airport is a convenient departure point for flights to Santorini, with competitive prices.

📍 ~20 km from Athens city center (reachable by car or public transport)

💸 Flights from ~€31

Santorini main airports to arrive at

Santorini (Thira) National (JTR)

Cheapest

Santorini (Thira) National Airport is the primary arrival airport for Santorini, offering direct access to the island.

📍 ~2 km from Santorini (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~€32

Airports nearby Santorini used as alternative

Heraklion International (HER)

Heraklion International is a major international hub in Crete with frequent high-speed ferry connections from Santorini.

Santorini, Greece

71% AI deal score

$411

$314

Save $97

Aegean Airlines

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Santorini

Cheap Flights from Athens to Santorini

Today’s best flight deals from Athens to Santorini

Athens to Santorini: Overview

Insights for flights from Athens to Santorini

How much is a round trip from Athens to Santorini

The cheapest time to fly from Athens to Santorini

Direct flights from Athens to Santorini

Last-minute flights going from Athens to Santorini

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

Popular Airports to fly from Athens to Santorini

Athens - Santorini route insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

September is historically cheapest at $58

Direct flights average 0h 50m

92.4% of recent flights are direct

Aegean Airlines offers direct flights

Deals are frequent for this route

Athens main airports to depart from

Santorini main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Santorini used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Santorini

Best Elite deals to Santorini

Dec 13

Nov 24

Nov 24

Jan 23

Nov 01

Jan 12

Nov 24

Jan 18

Nov 22

Jan 24

Jan 19

Jan 11

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Santorini

When should I buy Athens to Santorini tickets?

What's a cheap fare from Athens to Santorini?

What's the best month to fly from Athens to Santorini?

Are there direct flights from Athens to Santorini?

How long is the flight from Athens to Santorini?

How often do cheap flights from Athens to Santorini come up?

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More routes from Athens

Flights to Santorini from other cities

Athens to Santorini: Overview

Insights for flights from Athens to Santorini

How much is a round trip from Athens to Santorini

The cheapest time to fly from Athens to Santorini

Direct flights from Athens to Santorini

Last-minute flights going from Athens to Santorini

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

Popular Airports to fly from Athens to Santorini

Athens - Santorini route insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

September is historically cheapest at $58

Direct flights average 0h 50m

92.4% of recent flights are direct

Aegean Airlines offers direct flights

Deals are frequent for this route

Athens main airports to depart from

Santorini main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Santorini used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Santorini

Best Elite deals to Santorini

Dec 13

Nov 24

Nov 24

Jan 23

Nov 01

Jan 12

Nov 24

Jan 18

Nov 22

Jan 24

Jan 19

Jan 11

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Santorini

When should I buy Athens to Santorini tickets?

What's a cheap fare from Athens to Santorini?

What's the best month to fly from Athens to Santorini?