Are direct flights from Santorini to Athens always the best option?

Direct flights are often the most convenient as they save time and avoid layovers. However, connecting flights can sometimes be more economical. Weigh the convenience of a direct flight against potential savings from a flight with a stop.

Can flexible travel dates help on Santorini to Athens flights?

Yes, being flexible with your travel dates can often lead to finding better flight deals. Prices can vary significantly between different days of the week or even specific times. Adjusting your departure or return by a few days may result in savings.

What extra costs should I check before booking Santorini to Athens flights?

Before booking, always check for potential extra costs such as baggage fees, seat selection charges, and in-flight services. Some airlines may also charge for printing boarding passes at the airport. Factor these into your total travel budget.

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Santorini to Athens: Overview

Insights for flights from Santorini to Athens

A typical journey from Santorini to Athens takes about 0h 50m. Given that almost all itineraries are non-stop, this duration primarily reflects direct flight times. When connections are involved, the median connecting flight time is significantly longer, at 17h 20m, typically involving 2 stopovers.

For those seeking cheap flights from Santorini to Athens, prices typically range from $126–$193, with a median of $157. Right now, current fares are significantly above the typical level, and only 1% of recent fares were classified as a good price. Deals are infrequent, so a price alert helps in securing better fares.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Santorini to Athens? The most affordable month to fly from Santorini to Athens is typically February, with a median fare of just $78. Other cost-effective months include January, with a median fare of $135, and September, where the median fare is $140.

The route between Santorini and Athens covers a distance of 218 kilometers, classifying it as a short-haul flight. This short distance contributes to the prevalence of direct flights and quick travel times between the two cities.

How much is a round trip from Santorini to Athens

Regular price: €77 - €134

Prices are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Santorini to Athens is 77 EUR to 134 EUR. The current lowest deal is 62 EUR with Ryanair, for travel from Oct 22-Oct 23.

now 62 €

Low 77 €

High 134 €

The cheapest time to fly from Santorini to Athens

The cheapest month to fly from JTR to ATH is February, with a median price of 78 USD. The most expensive month is October, with a median price of 230 USD. Prices are generally lower from January to November.

February

Cheapest

Flights from 78 €

October

Most Expensive

Flights from 230 €

Jan

Feb

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Santorini to Athens

Big Sky Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Santorini to Athens

Sat, Oct 10

⌛ Last-Minute

JTR - Athens

Santorini (JTR) - Athens (ATH)

Ryanair

255 €

135 €

One-way

Sun, Oct 11

⌛ Last-Minute

JTR - Athens

Santorini (JTR) - Athens (ATH)

Big Sky Airlines

120 €

102 €

One-way

Mon, Oct 12

⌛ Last-Minute

JTR - Athens

Santorini (JTR) - Athens (ATH)

Ryanair

117 €

102 €

One-way

Tue, Oct 13

⌛ Last-Minute

JTR - Athens

Santorini (JTR) - Athens (ATH)

Ryanair

112 €

98 €

One-way

Sat, Oct 17

⌛ Last-Minute

JTR - Athens

Santorini (JTR) - Athens (ATH)

Ryanair

94 €

77 €

One-way

Sat, Oct 17

⌛ Last-Minute

JTR - Athens

Santorini (JTR) - Athens (ATH)

Ryanair

94 €

77 €

One-way

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

2 nights

Oct 22 - Oct 24

93 € → 52 €

44%

1 night

Oct 22 - Oct 23

93 € → 54 €

42%

3 nights

Oct 12 - Oct 15

115 € → 77 €

33%

1 night

Oct 12 - Oct 13

116 € → 81 €

31%

Popular Airports to fly from Santorini to Athens

Santorini - Athens route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from Santorini to Athens are below the typical level at $62.

📅 Best time to fly

February is historically cheapest at $78

Historically, February is the cheapest month to fly from Santorini to Athens, with a median price of $78.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights average 0h 50m

Direct flights from Santorini to Athens typically average 0h 50m, while connecting flights average 17h 20m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

95.7% of recent flights are direct

Historically, 95.7% of flights on this route are direct, with connecting flights typically having 2 stopovers.

🏆 Airline highlight

Big Sky Airlines offers direct flights

Big Sky Airlines is one of the carriers offering direct flights on the Santorini to Athens route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are rare on this route

Deals on flights from Santorini to Athens are historically rare, based on the last 30 days.

Santorini main airports to depart from

Santorini (Thira) National (JTR)

Cheapest

Departing from Santorini (Thira) National is a convenient option for flights to Athens.

📍 Located ~2 km from Santorini (reachable by car or bus).

💸 Flights from ~€55

Athens main airports to arrive at

Athens International (ATH)

Cheapest

Athens International Airport is ideal for reaching Athens and exploring its historical attractions.

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

💸 Flights from ~€48

Airports nearby Athens used as alternative

Kalamata International (KLX)

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

📍 ~200 km from Athens (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~€210

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Athens

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Dec 07

Athens, Greece

73% AI deal score

$496

$311

Save $185

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Business Class

From JTR

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Nov 17

Athens, Greece

73% AI deal score

$464

$311

Save $153

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Business Class

From JTR

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Nov 23

Athens, Greece

73% AI deal score

$453

$311

Save $142

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Business Class

From JTR

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Nov 20

Athens, Greece

73% AI deal score

$464

$311

Save $153

Aegean Airlines

Business Class

From JTR

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Nov 12

Athens, Greece

73% AI deal score

$464

$311

Save $153

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Business Class

From JTR

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Nov 19

Athens, Greece

73% AI deal score

$464

$311

Save $153

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Business Class

From JTR

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Oct 17

Athens, Greece

73% AI deal score

$655

$391

Save $264

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Business Class

From JTR

Elite

Feb 27

Athens, Greece

72% AI deal score

$441

$305

Save $136

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Business Class

From JTR

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Feb 22

Athens, Greece

72% AI deal score

$432

$305

Save $127

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Business Class

From JTR

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Mar 30

Athens, Greece

72% AI deal score

$456

$305

Save $151

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Business Class

From JTR

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Mar 30

Athens, Greece

72% AI deal score

$456

$305

Save $151

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Business Class

From JTR

Elite

Feb 28

Athens, Greece

72% AI deal score

$440

$305

Save $135

Aegean Airlines

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Athens

To find more affordable flights, consider being flexible with your travel dates and times. Using flight comparison sites can help you compare options from various providers. Sometimes, flying during off-peak seasons may also lead to lower prices.

Booking flights in advance often provides more options and potentially better prices. However, last-minute deals can sometimes appear, though they are less predictable. It's usually beneficial to monitor prices over a period before making a decision.

Comparing nearby airports can sometimes reveal different flight options or prices. While not always necessary for every route, it's a strategy that may offer more choices. Always consider the additional travel time and cost to reach a different airport.

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Santorini to Athens: Overview

Insights for flights from Santorini to Athens

How much is a round trip from Santorini to Athens

Regular price: €77 - €134

Prices are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Santorini to Athens is 77 EUR to 134 EUR. The current lowest deal is 62 EUR with Ryanair, for travel from Oct 22-Oct 23.

now 62 €

Low 77 €

High 134 €

The cheapest time to fly from Santorini to Athens

February

Cheapest

Flights from 78 €

October

Most Expensive

Flights from 230 €

Jan

Feb

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Santorini to Athens

Big Sky Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Santorini to Athens

Sat, Oct 10

⌛ Last-Minute

JTR - Athens

Santorini (JTR) - Athens (ATH)

Ryanair

255 €

135 €

One-way

Sun, Oct 11

⌛ Last-Minute

JTR - Athens

Santorini (JTR) - Athens (ATH)

Big Sky Airlines

120 €

102 €

One-way

Mon, Oct 12

⌛ Last-Minute

JTR - Athens

Santorini (JTR) - Athens (ATH)

Ryanair

117 €

102 €

One-way

Tue, Oct 13

⌛ Last-Minute

JTR - Athens

Santorini (JTR) - Athens (ATH)

Ryanair

112 €

98 €

One-way

Sat, Oct 17

⌛ Last-Minute

JTR - Athens

Santorini (JTR) - Athens (ATH)

Ryanair

94 €

77 €

One-way

Sat, Oct 17

⌛ Last-Minute

JTR - Athens

Santorini (JTR) - Athens (ATH)

Ryanair

94 €

77 €

One-way

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

2 nights

Oct 22 - Oct 24

93 € → 52 €

44%

1 night

Oct 22 - Oct 23

93 € → 54 €

42%

3 nights

Oct 12 - Oct 15

115 € → 77 €

33%

1 night

Oct 12 - Oct 13

116 € → 81 €

31%

Popular Airports to fly from Santorini to Athens

Santorini - Athens route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from Santorini to Athens are below the typical level at $62.

📅 Best time to fly

February is historically cheapest at $78

Historically, February is the cheapest month to fly from Santorini to Athens, with a median price of $78.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights average 0h 50m

Direct flights from Santorini to Athens typically average 0h 50m, while connecting flights average 17h 20m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

95.7% of recent flights are direct

Historically, 95.7% of flights on this route are direct, with connecting flights typically having 2 stopovers.

🏆 Airline highlight

Big Sky Airlines offers direct flights

Big Sky Airlines is one of the carriers offering direct flights on the Santorini to Athens route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are rare on this route

Deals on flights from Santorini to Athens are historically rare, based on the last 30 days.

Santorini main airports to depart from

Santorini (Thira) National (JTR)

Cheapest

Departing from Santorini (Thira) National is a convenient option for flights to Athens.

📍 Located ~2 km from Santorini (reachable by car or bus).

💸 Flights from ~€55

Athens main airports to arrive at

Athens International (ATH)

Cheapest

Athens International Airport is ideal for reaching Athens and exploring its historical attractions.

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

💸 Flights from ~€48

Airports nearby Athens used as alternative

Kalamata International (KLX)

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

Athens, Greece

72% AI deal score

$440

$305

Save $135

Aegean Airlines

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Athens

Cheap Flights from Santorini to Athens

Today’s best flight deals from Santorini to Athens

Santorini to Athens: Overview

Insights for flights from Santorini to Athens

How much is a round trip from Santorini to Athens

The cheapest time to fly from Santorini to Athens

Direct flights from Santorini to Athens

Last-minute flights going from Santorini to Athens

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

Popular Airports to fly from Santorini to Athens

Santorini - Athens route insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

February is historically cheapest at $78

Direct flights average 0h 50m

95.7% of recent flights are direct

Big Sky Airlines offers direct flights

Deals are rare on this route

Santorini main airports to depart from

Athens main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Athens used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Athens

Best Elite deals to Athens

Dec 07

Nov 17

Nov 23

Nov 20

Nov 12

Nov 19

Oct 17

Feb 27

Feb 22

Mar 30

Mar 30

Feb 28

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Athens

How can I find cheap flights from Santorini to Athens?

When should I book flights from Santorini to Athens?

Should I compare nearby airports for flights from Santorini to Athens?

Are direct flights from Santorini to Athens always the best option?

Can flexible travel dates help on Santorini to Athens flights?

What extra costs should I check before booking Santorini to Athens flights?

Related routes

More routes from Santorini

Flights to Athens from other cities

Santorini to Athens: Overview

Insights for flights from Santorini to Athens

How much is a round trip from Santorini to Athens

The cheapest time to fly from Santorini to Athens

Direct flights from Santorini to Athens

Last-minute flights going from Santorini to Athens

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

Popular Airports to fly from Santorini to Athens

Santorini - Athens route insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

February is historically cheapest at $78

Direct flights average 0h 50m

95.7% of recent flights are direct

Big Sky Airlines offers direct flights

Deals are rare on this route

Santorini main airports to depart from

Athens main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Athens used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Athens

Best Elite deals to Athens

Dec 07

Nov 17

Nov 23

Nov 20

Nov 12

Nov 19

Oct 17

Feb 27

Feb 22

Mar 30

Mar 30

Feb 28

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Athens

How can I find cheap flights from Santorini to Athens?

When should I book flights from Santorini to Athens?

Should I compare nearby airports for flights from Santorini to Athens?