What percentage of Rome to Athens flights are direct?

Across the trailing 90 days, approximately 21.1% of flights from Rome to Athens were direct. For travelers who prefer connecting flights, the median number of stopovers for those routes was 1. This indicates that while direct options are available, a significant portion of flights include at least one stop.

What's the flight time from Rome to Athens?

The typical direct flight time from Rome to Athens is 2 hours and 0 minutes, covering a distance of 1086 kilometers. For flights with one stop, the median duration is considerably longer, at 8 hours and 50 minutes. Travelers should factor in these differences when planning their journey, as connecting flights can add significant travel time.

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

Historically, deals for flights from Rome to Athens are frequent. This route is classified as having frequent price fluctuations, based on data from the trailing 30 days. Setting a price alert can be beneficial to monitor these changes and potentially secure a more favorable fare when prices drop.

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Rome to Athens: Overview

Insights for flights from Rome to Athens

For travelers looking for cheap flights from Rome to Athens, about 19% of recent fares were classified as a good price. Fares for this route typically range from $181–$385, with a median of $262. Right now, current fares are above the typical level. New deals appear almost daily for this route, suggesting frequent opportunities to find better prices.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Rome to Athens? The most affordable month to fly is typically January, with a median fare of just $93. Other cost-effective months include December, where the median fare is $199, and March, with a median of $217. Planning your trip during these months could lead to significant savings.

A typical journey from Rome to Athens takes about 2h 0m. This duration reflects the median flight time, including both direct and connecting itineraries. For direct flights from Rome to Athens, the journey is also approximately 2h 0m. However, since most itineraries connect at least once, connecting flights typically have a median duration of 10h 0m, often involving 1 stopover.

The route from Rome to Athens covers a distance of 1,086 kilometers, making it a short-haul flight. This classification means you can expect a relatively quick journey, ideal for short trips or weekend getaways.

How much is a round trip from Rome to Athens

Regular price: €75 - €237

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

The regular price range for this route is 75 EUR to 237 EUR. The current lowest deal is 45 EUR with Ryanair for travel from Nov 15-Nov 30.

now 45 €

Low 75 €

High 237 €

The cheapest time to fly from Rome to Athens

The cheapest month to fly from Rome to Athens is January, with a median price of $93. The most expensive month is June, with a median price of $358. Prices are generally lower from January to December.

January

Cheapest

Flights from 93 €

June

Most Expensive

Flights from 358 €

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Rome to Athens

Ryanair

Last-minute flights going from Rome to Athens

Thu, Oct 8

⌛ Last-Minute

FCO - Athens

Rome (FCO) - Athens (ATH)

Ryanair

357 €

124 €

One-way

Sat, Oct 10

⌛ Last-Minute

FCO - Athens

Rome (FCO) - Athens (ATH)

Ryanair

352 €

99 €

One-way

Sat, Oct 10

⌛ Last-Minute

FCO - Athens

Rome (FCO) - Athens (ATH)

Ryanair

328 €

111 €

One-way

Sat, Oct 10

⌛ Last-Minute

FCO - Athens

Rome (FCO) - Athens (ATH)

Ryanair

355 €

126 €

One-way

Mon, Oct 12

⌛ Last-Minute

FCO - Athens

Rome (FCO) - Athens (ATH)

Ryanair

340 €

126 €

One-way

Mon, Oct 12

⌛ Last-Minute

FCO - Athens

Rome (FCO) - Athens (ATH)

Ryanair

341 €

181 €

One-way

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

4 nights

Oct 10 - Oct 14

349 € → 97 €

72%

1 night

Oct 13 - Oct 14

328 € → 79 €

76%

3 nights

Oct 10 - Oct 13

352 € → 106 €

70%

4 nights

Oct 8 - Oct 12

354 € → 114 €

68%

Popular Airports to fly from Rome to Athens

Rome - Athens route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares from Rome to Athens are above the typical level, with 19% considered good deals.

📅 Best time to fly

January is historically the cheapest month

Historically, January is the cheapest month to fly from Rome to Athens, with a median price of $93.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights average 2h 0m

Direct flights from Rome to Athens typically average 2 hours 0 minutes, while connecting flights average 10 hours 0 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Connecting flights are dominant on this route, making up 78.9% of recent itineraries.

🏆 Airline highlight

Ryanair offers direct flights

Ryanair offers direct flights from Rome to Athens, with 1 direct deal found recently.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear frequently

Deals for flights from Rome to Athens appear frequently, with many deals found in the last 30 days.

Rome main airports to depart from

Leonardo da Vinci–Fiumicino Airport (FCO)

Cheapest

Leonardo da Vinci–Fiumicino Airport offers flights to Athens, with prices from 37 EUR.

📍 ~24 km from Rome city center

💸 Flights from ~€37

Athens main airports to arrive at

Athens International (ATH)

Cheapest

Athens International Airport is a convenient arrival choice for flights from Rome to Athens.

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

💸 Flights from ~€44

Airports nearby Athens used as alternative

Kalamata International (KLX)

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

📍 ~220 km from Athens (reachable by car, ~2.5 to 3 hours drive)

💸 Flights from ~€171

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Feb 20

Athens, Greece

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Athens, Greece

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$1,124

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From FCO

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Mar 01

Athens, Greece

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$1,125

$706

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Business Class

From FCO

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Feb 20

Athens, Greece

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$1,144

$706

Save $438

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Business Class

From FCO

Elite

Feb 12

Athens, Greece

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$1,122

$706

Save $416

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Business Class

From FCO

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Feb 20

Athens, Greece

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$1,178

$707

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From FCO

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Mar 01

Athens, Greece

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$1,124

$707

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Business Class

From FCO

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Feb 20

Athens, Greece

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$1,145

$707

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From FCO

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Athens, Greece

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Athens

Historically, the best time to book flights from Rome to Athens is typically 60+ days before departure. Across the trailing quarter, flights booked in this window had an average price of $317. In contrast, booking within 0-6 days of departure typically resulted in a higher average price of $426. Planning ahead by at least 60 days can lead to more favorable pricing.

Based on data from the trailing 90 days, a good deal for a flight from Rome to Athens is considered to be $181 or less. The median price for this route during the same period was $262. Prices tend to increase significantly, with 75% of deals costing $385 or more. Aiming for prices at or below $181 can help ensure you are getting a competitive fare.

Historically, January has been the cheapest month to fly from Rome to Athens, with a median price of $93. December and March also offered lower median prices at $199 and $217, respectively. The overall annual median price for this route is $262. Travelers looking for the most economical options should consider flying in January.

Rome to Athens: Overview

Insights for flights from Rome to Athens

How much is a round trip from Rome to Athens

Regular price: €75 - €237

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

The regular price range for this route is 75 EUR to 237 EUR. The current lowest deal is 45 EUR with Ryanair for travel from Nov 15-Nov 30.

now 45 €

Low 75 €

High 237 €

The cheapest time to fly from Rome to Athens

January

Cheapest

Flights from 93 €

June

Most Expensive

Flights from 358 €

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Rome to Athens

Ryanair

Last-minute flights going from Rome to Athens

Thu, Oct 8

⌛ Last-Minute

FCO - Athens

Rome (FCO) - Athens (ATH)

Ryanair

357 €

124 €

One-way

Sat, Oct 10

⌛ Last-Minute

FCO - Athens

Rome (FCO) - Athens (ATH)

Ryanair

352 €

99 €

One-way

Sat, Oct 10

⌛ Last-Minute

FCO - Athens

Rome (FCO) - Athens (ATH)

Ryanair

328 €

111 €

One-way

Sat, Oct 10

⌛ Last-Minute

FCO - Athens

Rome (FCO) - Athens (ATH)

Ryanair

355 €

126 €

One-way

Mon, Oct 12

⌛ Last-Minute

FCO - Athens

Rome (FCO) - Athens (ATH)

Ryanair

340 €

126 €

One-way

Mon, Oct 12

⌛ Last-Minute

FCO - Athens

Rome (FCO) - Athens (ATH)

Ryanair

341 €

181 €

One-way

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

4 nights

Oct 10 - Oct 14

349 € → 97 €

72%

1 night

Oct 13 - Oct 14

328 € → 79 €

76%

3 nights

Oct 10 - Oct 13

352 € → 106 €

70%

4 nights

Oct 8 - Oct 12

354 € → 114 €

68%

Popular Airports to fly from Rome to Athens

Rome - Athens route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares from Rome to Athens are above the typical level, with 19% considered good deals.

📅 Best time to fly

January is historically the cheapest month

Historically, January is the cheapest month to fly from Rome to Athens, with a median price of $93.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights average 2h 0m

Direct flights from Rome to Athens typically average 2 hours 0 minutes, while connecting flights average 10 hours 0 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Connecting flights are dominant on this route, making up 78.9% of recent itineraries.

🏆 Airline highlight

Ryanair offers direct flights

Ryanair offers direct flights from Rome to Athens, with 1 direct deal found recently.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear frequently

Deals for flights from Rome to Athens appear frequently, with many deals found in the last 30 days.

Rome main airports to depart from

Leonardo da Vinci–Fiumicino Airport (FCO)

Cheapest

Leonardo da Vinci–Fiumicino Airport offers flights to Athens, with prices from 37 EUR.

📍 ~24 km from Rome city center

💸 Flights from ~€37

Athens main airports to arrive at

Athens International (ATH)

Cheapest

Athens International Airport is a convenient arrival choice for flights from Rome to Athens.

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

💸 Flights from ~€44

Airports nearby Athens used as alternative

Kalamata International (KLX)

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

Athens, Greece

80% AI deal score

$1,103

$706

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Athens

Cheap Flights from Rome to Athens

Today’s best flight deals from Rome to Athens

Rome to Athens: Overview

Insights for flights from Rome to Athens

How much is a round trip from Rome to Athens

The cheapest time to fly from Rome to Athens

Direct flights from Rome to Athens

Last-minute flights going from Rome to Athens

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

Popular Airports to fly from Rome to Athens

Rome - Athens route insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

January is historically the cheapest month

Direct flights average 2h 0m

Connecting flights are dominant

Ryanair offers direct flights

Deals appear frequently

Rome 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

Mar 01

Mar 01

Feb 20

Mar 01

Mar 01

Feb 20

Feb 12

Feb 20

Mar 01

Feb 20

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Feb 04

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Athens

When is the best time to book flights from Rome to Athens?

How do I know if a Rome to Athens flight is a good deal?

What's the cheapest month to fly from Rome to Athens?

What percentage of Rome to Athens flights are direct?

What's the flight time from Rome to Athens?

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

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Rome to Athens: Overview

Insights for flights from Rome to Athens

How much is a round trip from Rome to Athens

The cheapest time to fly from Rome to Athens

Direct flights from Rome to Athens

Last-minute flights going from Rome to Athens

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

Popular Airports to fly from Rome to Athens

Rome - Athens route insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

January is historically the cheapest month

Direct flights average 2h 0m

Connecting flights are dominant

Ryanair offers direct flights

Deals appear frequently

Rome 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

Mar 01

Mar 01

Feb 20

Mar 01

Mar 01

Feb 20

Feb 12

Feb 20

Mar 01

Feb 20

Dec 23

Feb 04

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Athens

When is the best time to book flights from Rome to Athens?

How do I know if a Rome to Athens flight is a good deal?

What's the cheapest month to fly from Rome to Athens?