Are direct flights from Palm Springs to Athens always the best option?

Direct flights offer convenience by reducing travel time and avoiding layovers, but they are not always the cheapest option. Flights with one or more connections can often be more affordable. Consider your priorities for cost versus travel duration when making your choice.

Can flexible travel dates help on Palm Springs to Athens flights?

Being flexible with your travel dates can significantly impact the price of your flight. Flying on weekdays or during off-peak seasons may result in lower fares compared to weekends or popular travel periods. Even shifting your departure or return by a day or two can sometimes yield savings.

What extra costs should I check before booking Palm Springs 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. These additional fees can sometimes add up, affecting the total cost of your trip.

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2026-10-05 – 2026-10-15
PSP - Athens
77% AI deal score
$856
$930
Round trip
2026-09-22 – 2026-09-29
PSP - Athens
76% AI deal score
$905
$957
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2026-08-25 – 2026-09-09
PSP - Athens
77% AI deal score
$1,050
$1,041
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2026-10-25 – 2026-10-31
PSP - Athens
75% AI deal score
$897
$1,105
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2026-08-27 – 2026-09-04
PSP - Athens
75% AI deal score
$1,090
$1,164
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2026-09-19 – 2026-09-25
PSP - Athens
72% AI deal score
$905
$1,219
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2026-09-25 – 2026-09-28
PSP - Athens
69% AI deal score
$948
$1,291
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2026-09-12 – 2026-09-21
PSP - Athens
68% AI deal score
$885
$1,914
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2026-09-13 – 2026-09-21
PSP - Athens
68% AI deal score
$884
$1,959
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2026-09-12 – 2026-09-23
PSP - Athens
68% AI deal score
$879
$2,019
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Palm Springs to Athens: Overview

Insights for flights from Palm Springs to Athens

The journey from Palm Springs to Athens covers a substantial distance of 11,050 km, classifying it as a long-haul route. For travelers seeking cheap flights from Palm Springs to Athens, fares typically range from $745–$1,588, with a median of $1,352. Right now, current fares are near the typical level for this route. Only 2% of recent fares were classified as a good price, indicating that finding exceptionally low prices can be challenging.

When considering the cheapest time to fly from Palm Springs to Athens, October stands out as the most affordable month, with a median fare of $418. Following closely, February offers a median fare of $592, and January presents a median of $647. These months offer significantly lower prices compared to the overall median, making them ideal for budget-conscious travelers.

For flights from Palm Springs to Athens, most itineraries connect at least once, as 0% of recent fares were non-stop. When connections are necessary, the typical number of stopovers is 3. This means you should expect a multi-stop journey when planning your trip.

A typical journey from Palm Springs to Athens, including connections, takes approximately 40h 0m. Given that most itineraries involve multiple stopovers, this duration reflects the total travel time from departure to arrival, accounting for layovers and transfers. New deals for this route appear almost daily, so setting up a price alert can help you monitor fare changes.

How much is a round trip from Palm Springs to Athens

Regular price: $764 - $1,267

Prices for flights from Palm Springs to Athens are currently within the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Palm Springs to Athens is between $764 and $1267. The current lowest deal is $840 with Deutsche Luft Hansa, for travel from Jan 4-Jan 20.

now $840

Low $764

High $1,267

The cheapest time to fly from Palm Springs to Athens

The cheapest month to fly from Palm Springs to Athens is October, with a median price of $418. The most expensive month is November, with a median price of $1806. Prices are generally lower from January to December.

October

Cheapest

Flights from $418

November

Most Expensive

Flights from $1,806

Jan

Feb

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Palm Springs to Athens

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

Air France

Norse Atlantic Airways

Lufthansa

Last-minute flights going from Palm Springs to Athens

Fri, Sep 4

⌛ Last-Minute

PSP - Athens

Palm Springs (PSP) - Athens (ATH)

Alaska Airlines, Inc., Swiss International Air Lines

$930

$3,426

One-way

Sat, Sep 12

⌛ Last-Minute

PSP - Athens

Palm Springs (PSP) - Athens (ATH)

KLM

$886

$4,222

One-way

Sat, Sep 12

⌛ Last-Minute

PSP - Athens

Palm Springs (PSP) - Athens (ATH)

KLM

$885

$4,222

One-way

Sat, Sep 12

⌛ Last-Minute

PSP - Athens

Palm Springs (PSP) - Athens (ATH)

KLM

$885

$4,233

One-way

Sat, Sep 12

⌛ Last-Minute

PSP - Athens

Palm Springs (PSP) - Athens (ATH)

KLM

$886

$4,238

One-way

Sun, Sep 13

⌛ Last-Minute

PSP - Athens

Palm Springs (PSP) - Athens (ATH)

KLM

$887

$1,895

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Palm Springs to Athens

15 nights

Aug 25 - Sep 9

$1,050 → $1,041

9 nights

Oct 28 - Nov 6

$880 → $923

11 nights

Oct 26 - Nov 6

$874 → $923

10 nights

Oct 28 - Nov 7

$876 → $936

Popular Airports to fly from Palm Springs to Athens

Palm Springs - Athens route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are near the typical level

Recent fares from Palm Springs to Athens are near the typical level of $1352.

📅 Best time to fly

October is historically cheapest

Historically, the cheapest month to fly from Palm Springs to Athens is October, with a median price of $418.

⏱️ Flight duration

Connecting flights average 40h 0m

The typical flight duration from Palm Springs to Athens is 40h 0m, with 3 stopovers.

✈️ Airlines & availability

No direct flights available

There are no direct flights available from Palm Springs to Athens; all routes include stopovers.

🏆 Airline highlight

Deutsche Luft Hansa offers a recent deal

A recent deal from Deutsche Luft Hansa to Athens was found for $840.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent on this route

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

Palm Springs main airports to depart from

Palm Springs International (PSP)

Cheapest

Palm Springs International is a convenient departure airport for flights from Palm Springs to Athens.

📍 ~4 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$817

Athens main airports to arrive at

Athens International (ATH)

Cheapest

Athens International is a convenient arrival airport for flights from Palm Springs to Athens, often with the cheapest fares.

📍 ~30 km from Athens city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$817

Airports nearby Athens used as alternative

Kalamata International (KLX)

Kalamata International (KLX) is a useful mainland alternative with reliable road access, though flight frequency is seasonal.

📍 ~215 km from Athens (reachable by car, ~2.5 to 3 hours drive)

💸 Flights from ~$1,106

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Athens

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Best Elite deals to Athens

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From PSP

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Nov 12

Athens, Greece

93% AI deal score

$6,311

$3,845

Save $2,466

Alaska Airlines, Inc., +1

Business Class

From PSP

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Nov 13

Athens, Greece

92% AI deal score

$6,332

$3,983

Save $2,349

Alaska Airlines, Inc., +1

Business Class

From PSP

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Jan 21

Athens, Greece

92% AI deal score

$6,900

$4,089

Save $2,811

Alaska Airlines, Inc., +1

Business Class

From PSP

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Nov 12

Athens, Greece

91% AI deal score

$6,332

$4,183

Save $2,149

Alaska Airlines, Inc., +1

Business Class

From PSP

Elite

Nov 12

Athens, Greece

91% AI deal score

$6,348

$4,311

Save $2,037

Alaska Airlines, Inc., +1

Business Class

From PSP

Elite

Feb 18

Athens, Greece

91% AI deal score

$6,786

$4,490

Save $2,296

Alaska Airlines, Inc., +1

Business Class

From PSP

Elite

Oct 03

Athens, Greece

91% AI deal score

$24,015

$18,042

Save $5,973

Alaska Airlines, Inc., +1

Business Class

From PSP

Elite

Oct 29

Athens, Greece

90% AI deal score

$23,480

$18,097

Save $5,383

Alaska Airlines, Inc., +1

Business Class

From PSP

Elite

Oct 03

Athens, Greece

89% AI deal score

$6,784

$5,045

Save $1,739

Alaska Airlines, Inc., +1

Business Class

From PSP

Elite

Nov 07

Athens, Greece

85% AI deal score

$21,987

$18,130

Save $3,857

Alaska Airlines, Inc., +1

Business Class

From PSP

Elite

Feb 10

Athens, Greece

84% AI deal score

$22,278

$18,268

Save $4,010

Alaska Airlines, Inc., +1

Business Class

From PSP

Elite

Nov 26

Athens, Greece

83% AI deal score

$6,595

$5,147

Save $1,448

United Airlines, +1

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Athens

Finding affordable flights often involves comparing prices from various airlines and online travel agencies. Consider being flexible with your travel dates and looking into different routes. Setting up price alerts can also help you monitor fare changes.

Booking flights in advance, usually several months before your desired departure, may offer better prices. However, last-minute deals can sometimes appear, so it's often beneficial to track prices over time. Mid-week bookings are also sometimes associated with lower fares.

Comparing nearby airports at both your origin and destination can sometimes reveal more economical flight options. While it may add to your ground travel time, the potential savings on airfare can be significant. Always factor in the cost and convenience of transportation to and from alternative airports.

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Palm Springs to Athens: Overview

Insights for flights from Palm Springs to Athens

How much is a round trip from Palm Springs to Athens

Regular price: $764 - $1,267

Prices for flights from Palm Springs to Athens are currently within the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Palm Springs to Athens is between $764 and $1267. The current lowest deal is $840 with Deutsche Luft Hansa, for travel from Jan 4-Jan 20.

now $840

Low $764

High $1,267

The cheapest time to fly from Palm Springs to Athens

October

Cheapest

Flights from $418

November

Most Expensive

Flights from $1,806

Jan

Feb

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Palm Springs to Athens

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

Air France

Norse Atlantic Airways

Lufthansa

Last-minute flights going from Palm Springs to Athens

Fri, Sep 4

⌛ Last-Minute

PSP - Athens

Palm Springs (PSP) - Athens (ATH)

Alaska Airlines, Inc., Swiss International Air Lines

$930

$3,426

One-way

Sat, Sep 12

⌛ Last-Minute

PSP - Athens

Palm Springs (PSP) - Athens (ATH)

KLM

$886

$4,222

One-way

Sat, Sep 12

⌛ Last-Minute

PSP - Athens

Palm Springs (PSP) - Athens (ATH)

KLM

$885

$4,222

One-way

Sat, Sep 12

⌛ Last-Minute

PSP - Athens

Palm Springs (PSP) - Athens (ATH)

KLM

$885

$4,233

One-way

Sat, Sep 12

⌛ Last-Minute

PSP - Athens

Palm Springs (PSP) - Athens (ATH)

KLM

$886

$4,238

One-way

Sun, Sep 13

⌛ Last-Minute

PSP - Athens

Palm Springs (PSP) - Athens (ATH)

KLM

$887

$1,895

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Palm Springs to Athens

15 nights

Aug 25 - Sep 9

$1,050 → $1,041

9 nights

Oct 28 - Nov 6

$880 → $923

11 nights

Oct 26 - Nov 6

$874 → $923

10 nights

Oct 28 - Nov 7

$876 → $936

Popular Airports to fly from Palm Springs to Athens

Palm Springs - Athens route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are near the typical level

Recent fares from Palm Springs to Athens are near the typical level of $1352.

📅 Best time to fly

October is historically cheapest

Historically, the cheapest month to fly from Palm Springs to Athens is October, with a median price of $418.

⏱️ Flight duration

Connecting flights average 40h 0m

The typical flight duration from Palm Springs to Athens is 40h 0m, with 3 stopovers.

✈️ Airlines & availability

No direct flights available

There are no direct flights available from Palm Springs to Athens; all routes include stopovers.

🏆 Airline highlight

Deutsche Luft Hansa offers a recent deal

A recent deal from Deutsche Luft Hansa to Athens was found for $840.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent on this route

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

Palm Springs main airports to depart from

Palm Springs International (PSP)

Cheapest

Palm Springs International is a convenient departure airport for flights from Palm Springs to Athens.

📍 ~4 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$817

Athens main airports to arrive at

Athens International (ATH)

Cheapest

Athens International is a convenient arrival airport for flights from Palm Springs to Athens, often with the cheapest fares.

📍 ~30 km from Athens city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$817

Airports nearby Athens used as alternative

Kalamata International (KLX)

Kalamata International (KLX) is a useful mainland alternative with reliable road access, though flight frequency is seasonal.

Athens, Greece

83% AI deal score

$6,595

$5,147

Save $1,448

United Airlines, +1

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Athens

Cheap Flights from Palm Springs to Athens

Today’s best flight deals from Palm Springs to Athens

Palm Springs to Athens: Overview

Insights for flights from Palm Springs to Athens

How much is a round trip from Palm Springs to Athens

The cheapest time to fly from Palm Springs to Athens

Direct flights from Palm Springs to Athens

Last-minute flights going from Palm Springs to Athens

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Palm Springs to Athens

Popular Airports to fly from Palm Springs to Athens

Palm Springs - Athens route insights

Recent fares are near the typical level

October is historically cheapest

Connecting flights average 40h 0m

No direct flights available

Deutsche Luft Hansa offers a recent deal

Deals are frequent on this route

Palm Springs 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

Nov 12

Nov 13

Jan 21

Nov 12

Nov 12

Feb 18

Oct 03

Oct 29

Oct 03

Nov 07

Feb 10

Nov 26

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Athens

How can I find cheap flights from Palm Springs to Athens?

When should I book flights from Palm Springs to Athens?

Should I compare nearby airports for flights from Palm Springs to Athens?

Are direct flights from Palm Springs to Athens always the best option?

Can flexible travel dates help on Palm Springs to Athens flights?

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

Related routes

More routes from Palm Springs

Flights to Athens from other cities

Palm Springs to Athens: Overview

Insights for flights from Palm Springs to Athens

How much is a round trip from Palm Springs to Athens

The cheapest time to fly from Palm Springs to Athens

Direct flights from Palm Springs to Athens

Last-minute flights going from Palm Springs to Athens

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Palm Springs to Athens

Popular Airports to fly from Palm Springs to Athens

Palm Springs - Athens route insights

Recent fares are near the typical level

October is historically cheapest

Connecting flights average 40h 0m

No direct flights available

Deutsche Luft Hansa offers a recent deal

Deals are frequent on this route

Palm Springs 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

Nov 12

Nov 13

Jan 21

Nov 12

Nov 12

Feb 18

Oct 03

Oct 29

Oct 03

Nov 07

Feb 10

Nov 26

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Athens

How can I find cheap flights from Palm Springs to Athens?

When should I book flights from Palm Springs to Athens?

Should I compare nearby airports for flights from Palm Springs to Athens?