What percentage of Santorini to Athens flights are direct?

Across the trailing quarter, a significant majority of flights from Santorini to Athens were direct. Approximately 94.8% of all flights on this route were non-stop. For flights that did include stopovers, the median number of stopovers was 1.

What's the flight time from Santorini to Athens?

The typical direct flight from Santorini to Athens has a duration of 0 hours and 55 minutes. This route covers a distance of 218 kilometers. For flights with one stop, the median flight time is considerably longer, averaging 13 hours and 55 minutes.

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

Historically, cheap flights from Santorini to Athens are considered to be frequent. This indicates that travelers have regular opportunities to find good value fares on this route. The consistent availability of deals makes it a favorable route for budget-conscious travelers.

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October 17 - October 22

Cheapest

JTR - Athens

89 €

36 €

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August 4 - August 21

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79 €

37 €

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August 1 - August 21

Earliest

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77 €

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August 25 - August 29

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96 €

39 €

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September 1 - September 14

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76 €

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August 15 - August 29

Best

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80 €

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August 1 - August 20

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October 3 - October 22

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74 €

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August 1 - August 27

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76 €

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77 €

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Santorini to Athens: Overview

Insights for flights from Santorini to Athens

A typical journey from Santorini to Athens takes about 1h 35m. This route is classified as short-haul, covering a distance of 218 kilometers. Given that almost all itineraries are non-stop, this typical journey time largely reflects direct flight durations.

When looking for cheap flights from Santorini to Athens, prices are typically $107–$183, with a median of $145. Right now, fares are near the typical level. New deals for this route appear almost daily, offering frequent opportunities to find favorable prices.

If you want to know when is the cheapest time to fly from Santorini to Athens, the data indicates that January is the most affordable month, with a median fare of $73. March follows closely with a median of $74, and April also offers competitive prices at a median of $86.

How much is a round trip from Santorini to Athens

Regular price: €70 - €145

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

The regular price range for this route is 70 EUR to 145 EUR. The current lowest deal is 36 EUR with Ryanair, for travel from Oct 17-Oct 22.

now 36 €

Low 70 €

High 145 €

The cheapest time to fly from Santorini to Athens

The cheapest month to fly from Santorini (JTR) to Athens (ATH) is January, with a median price of $73. The most expensive month is June, with a median price of $181. Prices are generally lower from January to August.

January

Cheapest

Flights from 73 €

June

Most Expensive

Flights from 181 €

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Direct flights from Santorini to Athens

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Last-minute flights going from Santorini to Athens

Sat, Aug 1

⌛ Last-Minute

JTR - Athens

Santorini (JTR) - Athens (ATH)

Ryanair

77 €

39 €

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Santorini (JTR) - Athens (ATH)

Ryanair

77 €

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JTR - Athens

Santorini (JTR) - Athens (ATH)

Ryanair

76 €

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Santorini (JTR) - Athens (ATH)

Ryanair

79 €

41 €

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Sat, Aug 1

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JTR - Athens

Santorini (JTR) - Athens (ATH)

Ryanair

77 €

43 €

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Sat, Aug 1

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JTR - Athens

Santorini (JTR) - Athens (ATH)

Ryanair

78 €

44 €

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

2 nights

Aug 25 - Aug 27

98 € → 38 €

61%

4 nights

Aug 27 - Aug 31

96 € → 38 €

61%

1 night

Aug 15 - Aug 16

97 € → 38 €

60%

3 nights

Aug 27 - Aug 30

96 € → 38 €

60%

Popular Airports to fly from Santorini to Athens

Santorini - Athens route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are near the typical level

Recent fares from Santorini to Athens are near the typical level of $145.

📅 Best time to fly

January is historically the cheapest month to fly

Historically, January is the cheapest month to fly, with a median price of $73.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights take 1h 35m

The median flight duration for direct flights from Santorini to Athens is 1 hour 35 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

94.8% of recent flights are direct

Most flights on this route are direct, with 94.8% of recent flights being non-stop.

🏆 Airline highlight

Ryanair offers direct flights

Ryanair is an airline that offers direct flights from Santorini to Athens.

🎯 Booking tip

Frequent deals are available

Deals for flights on this route are frequent, appearing often within a 30-day window.

Santorini main airports to depart from

Santorini (Thira) National (JTR)

Cheapest

Santorini (Thira) National Airport is a convenient departure point for flights to Athens.

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

💸 Flights from ~$36

Athens main airports to arrive at

Athens International (ATH)

Cheapest

Athens International Airport is a convenient arrival point for flights from Santorini to Athens.

📍 ~20 km from city center (reachable by car, bus, metro, rail)

💸 Flights from ~$36

Airports nearby Athens used as alternative

Kalamata International (KLX)

Kalamata International is a reliable mainland alternative, accessible via the A7 motorway from Athens.

📍 ~220 km from Athens (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~€227

Araxos (GPA)

Araxos is a mainland airport serving the Peloponnese, accessible by road from Athens via the A8 motorway.

📍 ~200 km from Athens (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~€323

Mykonos Island National (JMK)

Cheapest

Mykonos Island National is a major international hub with extensive seasonal European connections and frequent transfers to Athens.

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

💸 Flights from ~€98

Santorini (Thira) National (JTR)

Santorini (Thira) National is a strong international alternative, despite its island location, offering diverse cabin classes.

📍 ~200 km from Athens (reachable by ferry or domestic flight)

Nea Anchialos National (VOL)

Nea Anchialos National is a mainland alternative reachable by road from Athens, serving the Thessaly region.

📍 ~220 km from Athens (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~€323

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Athens

Historically, the optimal booking window for flights from Santorini to Athens is typically 7-13 days before departure. During this period, the average price observed was $115. Booking 0-6 days out saw a slightly higher average price of $126. Prices tend to increase further out, with flights booked 28-59 days in advance averaging $172.

Based on historical data from the trailing 90 days, a good price for a flight from Santorini to Athens is considered to be around $107 or less. The median price for this route was $145. Fares at or below $107 represent prices in the lowest 25% of all observed fares.

Historically, the cheapest months to fly from Santorini to Athens include January, with a median price of $73, and March, with a median price of $74. April also offered relatively low prices, with a median of $86. The annual median price for this route was $145, indicating significant savings during these months.

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