Can I fly direct from Chicago to Athens?

Direct flights from Chicago to Athens are available, though they represent a smaller portion of the overall flight options. Historically, approximately 6.8% of flights on this route have been direct. For flights that include stopovers, travelers typically experience a median of 2 stopovers. These trends are based on data from the trailing 90 days.

How many hours is the flight from Chicago to Athens?

The direct flight from Chicago to Athens typically takes approximately 10 hours and 15 minutes. This route covers a distance of 8770 kilometers. Flights with one stopover generally have a longer duration, averaging around 14 hours and 50 minutes. The median flight time for direct routes is 615 minutes, while flights with one stop average 890 minutes.

Should I set a price alert for Chicago to Athens flights?

Based on historical data from the trailing 30 days, price fluctuations for flights from Chicago to Athens are frequent. This suggests that setting a price alert could be beneficial for travelers. Frequent price changes indicate opportunities to find better deals, making an alert a useful tool for monitoring this route.

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Chicago to Athens: Overview

Insights for flights from Chicago to Athens

A typical journey from Chicago to Athens takes about 29h 30m, including connections. Given that most itineraries for this long-haul route involve at least one stop, this duration reflects the overall travel time you can expect. This journey covers a significant distance of 8770 km, classifying it as a long-haul flight.

If you are looking for cheap flights from Chicago to Athens, right now fares are above the typical level. Prices for this route typically range from $885–$1350, with a median of $1106. Currently, about 29% of recent fares are classified as a good price.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Chicago to Athens? The most affordable months to fly are February, with a median fare of $497, and January, with a median fare of $501. April also presents a more budget-friendly option, with a median fare of $768.

For flights from Chicago to Athens, most itineraries connect at least once. Only about 6.8% of recent fares are non-stop. For the majority of flights that include connections, the typical number of stopovers is 2.

How much is a round trip from Chicago to Athens

Regular price: $645 - $1,150

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

The regular price range for flights from Chicago to Athens is between $645 and $1150. The current lowest deal is $626 with TAP Portugal for travel from Oct 15-Oct 22.

now $626

Low $645

High $1,150

The cheapest time to fly from Chicago to Athens

The cheapest month to fly from Chicago to Athens is February, with a median price of $497. The most expensive month is March, with a median price of $1229. Prices are generally lower from January to November.

February

Cheapest

Flights from $497

March

Most Expensive

Flights from $1,229

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Direct flights from Chicago to Athens

United Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Chicago to Athens

Mon, Oct 5

⌛ Last-Minute

ORD - Athens

Chicago (ORD) - Athens (ATH)

Scandinavian Airlines

$724

$683

One-way

Tue, Oct 6

⌛ Last-Minute

ORD - Athens

Chicago (ORD) - Athens (ATH)

Turkish Airlines

$728

$684

One-way

Wed, Oct 7

⌛ Last-Minute

ORD - Athens

Chicago (ORD) - Athens (ATH)

Turkish Airlines

$728

$691

One-way

Sun, Oct 11

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ORD - Athens

Chicago (ORD) - Athens (ATH)

Turkish Airlines

$723

$685

One-way

Sun, Oct 11

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ORD - Athens

Chicago (ORD) - Athens (ATH)

Turkish Airlines

$726

$686

One-way

Mon, Oct 12

⌛ Last-Minute

ORD - Athens

Chicago (ORD) - Athens (ATH)

Scandinavian Airlines

$780

$687

One-way

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

2 nights

Sep 8 - Sep 10

$1,130 → $966

15%

3 nights

Sep 10 - Sep 13

$1,102 → $956

13%

3 nights

Sep 11 - Sep 14

$1,102 → $956

13%

4 nights

Sep 10 - Sep 14

$1,095 → $956

13%

Popular Airports to fly from Chicago to Athens

Chicago - Athens route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares from Chicago to Athens are above the typical level of $1106.

📅 Best time to fly

February is historically the cheapest month to fly

Historically, February is the cheapest month to fly from Chicago to Athens, with a median price of $497.

⏱️ Flight duration

Flights typically last 29h 30m

Flights from Chicago to Athens typically last 29h 30m, with 2 stopovers when connecting.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant on this route

Connecting flights are dominant, with only 6.8% of recent fares being direct.

🏆 Airline highlight

United Airlines offers direct flights

United Airlines is one airline that offers direct flights on this route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent on this route

Deals for flights from Chicago to Athens are frequent, appearing within a 30-day window.

Chicago main airports to depart from

Chicago Midway International (MDW)

Cheapest

Consider Chicago Midway International for flights to Athens, offering a potentially cheaper option for your journey.

📍 ~14 km from Chicago (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$725

Athens main airports to arrive at

Athens International (ATH)

Cheapest

Athens International Airport is a key arrival point for flights from Chicago to Athens.

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

💸 Flights from ~$721

Airports nearby Athens used as alternative

Kalamata International (KLX)

Kalamata International is a reliable mainland alternative with international seasonal connections, avoiding ferry transfers.

📍 ~230 km from Athens (reachable by car, approximately 2.5 to 3 hours drive)

💸 Flights from ~$845

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Athens

$1,238

Save $1,420

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Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Athens

Historically, the lowest prices for flights from Chicago to Athens are found when booking between 14 and 27 days in advance. During this period, the average price is around $842. Booking within 0-6 days of departure typically sees an average price of $896, while booking 7-13 days out averages $845. Prices tend to be higher for bookings made further in advance, with flights booked 28-59 days out averaging $1310 and those booked 60+ days out averaging $1134.

Across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from Chicago to Athens is typically $885 or less. The median price for this route historically stands at $1106. Travelers might expect to pay around $1350 for flights in the higher price ranges. These figures are based on pricing trends observed over a 90-day period.

Historically, February and January are the cheapest months to fly from Chicago to Athens, with median prices of $497 and $501 respectively. April also offers relatively lower prices, with a median of $768. The annual median price for this route is $1106, indicating that these months offer significant savings compared to the yearly average.

Chicago to Athens: Overview

Insights for flights from Chicago to Athens

How much is a round trip from Chicago to Athens

Regular price: $645 - $1,150

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

The regular price range for flights from Chicago to Athens is between $645 and $1150. The current lowest deal is $626 with TAP Portugal for travel from Oct 15-Oct 22.

now $626

Low $645

High $1,150

The cheapest time to fly from Chicago to Athens

February

Cheapest

Flights from $497

March

Most Expensive

Flights from $1,229

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

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