What percentage of Washington, D.C. to Athens flights are direct?

Historically, direct flights from Washington, D.C. to Athens are not common. Across the trailing quarter, only 2.2% of flights on this route were direct. For connecting flights, travelers typically experienced a median of 2 stopovers. This indicates that most journeys between these two cities will involve at least one connection.

How many hours is the flight from Washington, D.C. to Athens?

The typical direct flight from Washington, D.C. to Athens has a duration of approximately 9 hours and 40 minutes. For flights with one stop, the median travel time increases significantly to about 15 hours and 45 minutes. The route covers an air distance of approximately 8298 kilometers.

How much do direct flights from Washington, D.C. to Athens cost compared to connecting flights?

Historically, direct flights from Washington, D.C. to Athens typically cost more than connecting flights. Across the trailing 90 days, direct flights had a median price of $1542, representing a 23% premium over connecting flights. Connecting flights, in comparison, had a median price of $1250. Direct flights also constitute a small portion of the available options, at 2.4%.

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Washington, D.C. to Athens: Overview

Insights for flights from Washington, D.C. to Athens

Flights from Washington, D.C. to Athens cover a significant distance of 8298 km, classifying this as a long-haul route. This means you should expect a substantial journey, often involving connections, to reach your destination.

For travelers seeking cheap flights from Washington, D.C. to Athens, fares typically range from $1041–$1424, with a median of $1239. Right now, fares are significantly below the typical level, and approximately 17% of recent fares were classified as a good price. New deals for this route appear almost daily, suggesting frequent opportunities to find competitive pricing.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Washington, D.C. to Athens? The data indicates that January is the most affordable month, with a median fare of just $452. Other relatively cheaper months include August, with a median fare of $1180, and April, with a median of $1213.

Most itineraries for this route connect at least once, with only 2.2% of recent fares being non-stop. When connections are involved, the median number of stopovers is 2, which contributes to the overall travel time.

How long is the flight from Washington, D.C. to Athens? A typical journey, including connections, takes approximately 34h 13m. Given that most itineraries involve multiple stops, this duration reflects the comprehensive travel time from departure to arrival.

How much is a round trip from Washington, D.C. to Athens

Regular price: $678 - $1,096

Prices are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Washington, D.C. to Athens is between $678 and $1096. The current lowest deal is $676 with Scandinavian Airlines for travel from Nov 9-Nov 15.

now $676

Low $678

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The cheapest time to fly from Washington, D.C. to Athens

The cheapest month to fly from Washington to Athens is January, with a median price of $452. The most expensive month is June, with a median price of $1579. Prices are generally lower from January to November.

January

Cheapest

Flights from $452

June

Most Expensive

Flights from $1,579

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Mar

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Direct flights from Washington, D.C. to Athens

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Last-minute flights going from Washington, D.C. to Athens

Sun, Sep 13

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$1,021

$814

One-way

Sat, Oct 3

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Washington, D.C. (BWI) - Athens (ATH)

Icelandair

$731

$730

One-way

Mon, Oct 5

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Washington, D.C. (BWI) - Athens (ATH)

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$749

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Tue, Oct 6

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One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Washington, D.C. to Athens

7 nights

Dec 7 - Dec 14

$1,016 → $723

29%

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Dec 9 - Dec 16

$999 → $714

29%

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Dec 11 - Dec 18

$1,001 → $717

28%

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Dec 4 - Dec 10

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27%

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Washington, D.C. - Athens route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from Washington, D.C. to Athens are below the typical level at $676.

📅 Best time to fly

January is historically cheapest at $452

Historically, January is the cheapest month to fly from Washington, D.C. to Athens, at $452.

⏱️ Flight duration

Flights typically take 34h 13m

The median flight duration from Washington, D.C. to Athens is 34 hours and 13 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Connecting flights make up 97.8% of available routes, with a median of 2 stopovers.

🏆 Airline highlight

United Airlines offers direct flights

United Airlines is one of the carriers that offers direct flights on this route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent

Deals on flights from Washington, D.C. to Athens are frequent, appearing often.

Washington, D.C. main airports to depart from

Washington Dulles International (IAD)

Cheapest

Washington Dulles International Airport is a good option for flights from Washington, D.C. to Athens.

📍 ~36 km from Washington, D.C. (reachable by car or bus)

💸 Flights from ~$679

Baltimore–Washington International (BWI)

Baltimore–Washington International Airport serves the Washington, D.C. area for flights to Athens.

📍 ~44 km from Washington, D.C. (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~$724

Ronald Reagan Washington National (DCA)

Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport is a convenient choice for flights from Washington, D.C. to Athens.

📍 ~6 km from Washington, D.C. (reachable by car or metro)

💸 Flights from ~$827

Athens main airports to arrive at

Athens International (ATH)

Cheapest

Athens International Airport is a convenient arrival choice for flights from Washington, D.C. to Athens.

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

💸 Flights from ~$680

Airports nearby Athens used as alternative

Kalamata International (KLX)

Cheapest

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

📍 ~200 km from Athens (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$725

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Athens

Historically, booking at least 60 days in advance typically yields the best prices for flights from Washington, D.C. to Athens. Across the trailing quarter, prices for flights booked 60+ days out averaged around $1296. In contrast, flights booked within 0-6 days of departure had a significantly higher average price of $1722. Planning ahead can lead to considerable savings on this route.

Based on historical data from the trailing 90 days, a good price for a flight from Washington, D.C. to Athens is considered to be $1041 or less. The median price for this route was $1239. Prices can vary, but travelers typically find good value when staying below the $1041 threshold.

Historically, January has been the cheapest month to fly from Washington, D.C. to Athens, with a median price of $452. Other relatively inexpensive months include August, with a median price of $1180. The annual median price for this route is $1239, so flying in January can offer substantial savings.

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Washington, D.C. to Athens: Overview

Insights for flights from Washington, D.C. to Athens

How much is a round trip from Washington, D.C. to Athens

Regular price: $678 - $1,096

Prices are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Washington, D.C. to Athens is between $678 and $1096. The current lowest deal is $676 with Scandinavian Airlines for travel from Nov 9-Nov 15.

now $676

Low $678

High $1,096

The cheapest time to fly from Washington, D.C. to Athens

January

Cheapest

Flights from $452

June

Most Expensive

Flights from $1,579

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Washington, D.C. to Athens

United Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Washington, D.C. to Athens

Sun, Sep 13

⌛ Last-Minute

BWI - Athens

Washington, D.C. (BWI) - Athens (ATH)

Icelandair

$1,021

$814

One-way

Sat, Oct 3

⌛ Last-Minute

BWI - Athens

Washington, D.C. (BWI) - Athens (ATH)

Icelandair

$731

$730

One-way

Mon, Oct 5

⌛ Last-Minute

BWI - Athens

Washington, D.C. (BWI) - Athens (ATH)

Icelandair

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Mon, Oct 5

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BWI - Athens

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Mon, Oct 5

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Washington, D.C. (IAD) - Athens (ATH)

Icelandair

$782

$749

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Tue, Oct 6

⌛ Last-Minute

BWI - Athens

Washington, D.C. (BWI) - Athens (ATH)

Icelandair

$731

$705

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Washington, D.C. to Athens

7 nights

Dec 7 - Dec 14

$1,016 → $723

29%

7 nights

Dec 9 - Dec 16

$999 → $714

29%

7 nights

Dec 11 - Dec 18

$1,001 → $717

28%

6 nights

Dec 4 - Dec 10

$1,001 → $734

27%

Popular Airports to fly from Washington, D.C. to Athens

Washington, D.C. - Athens route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from Washington, D.C. to Athens are below the typical level at $676.

📅 Best time to fly

January is historically cheapest at $452

Historically, January is the cheapest month to fly from Washington, D.C. to Athens, at $452.

⏱️ Flight duration

Flights typically take 34h 13m

The median flight duration from Washington, D.C. to Athens is 34 hours and 13 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Connecting flights make up 97.8% of available routes, with a median of 2 stopovers.

🏆 Airline highlight

United Airlines offers direct flights

United Airlines is one of the carriers that offers direct flights on this route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent

Deals on flights from Washington, D.C. to Athens are frequent, appearing often.

Washington, D.C. main airports to depart from

Washington Dulles International (IAD)

Cheapest

Washington Dulles International Airport is a good option for flights from Washington, D.C. to Athens.

📍 ~36 km from Washington, D.C. (reachable by car or bus)

💸 Flights from ~$679

Baltimore–Washington International (BWI)

Baltimore–Washington International Airport serves the Washington, D.C. area for flights to Athens.

📍 ~44 km from Washington, D.C. (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~$724

Ronald Reagan Washington National (DCA)

Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport is a convenient choice for flights from Washington, D.C. to Athens.

📍 ~6 km from Washington, D.C. (reachable by car or metro)

💸 Flights from ~$827

Athens main airports to arrive at

Athens International (ATH)

Cheapest

Athens International Airport is a convenient arrival choice for flights from Washington, D.C. to Athens.

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

💸 Flights from ~$680

Airports nearby Athens used as alternative

Kalamata International (KLX)

Cheapest

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

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Athens

Cheap Flights from Washington, D.C. to Athens

Today’s best flight deals from Washington, D.C. to Athens

Washington, D.C. to Athens: Overview

Insights for flights from Washington, D.C. to Athens

How much is a round trip from Washington, D.C. to Athens

The cheapest time to fly from Washington, D.C. to Athens

Direct flights from Washington, D.C. to Athens

Last-minute flights going from Washington, D.C. to Athens

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Washington, D.C. to Athens

Popular Airports to fly from Washington, D.C. to Athens

Washington, D.C. - Athens route insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

January is historically cheapest at $452

Flights typically take 34h 13m

Connecting flights are dominant

United Airlines offers direct flights

Deals are frequent

Washington, D.C. 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

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How far in advance should I book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Athens?

What is a good price for a flight from Washington, D.C. to Athens?

What's the cheapest month to fly from Washington, D.C. to Athens?

What percentage of Washington, D.C. to Athens flights are direct?

How many hours is the flight from Washington, D.C. to Athens?

How much do direct flights from Washington, D.C. to Athens cost compared to connecting flights?

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Washington, D.C. to Athens: Overview

Insights for flights from Washington, D.C. to Athens

How much is a round trip from Washington, D.C. to Athens

The cheapest time to fly from Washington, D.C. to Athens

Direct flights from Washington, D.C. to Athens

Last-minute flights going from Washington, D.C. to Athens

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Washington, D.C. to Athens

Popular Airports to fly from Washington, D.C. to Athens

Washington, D.C. - Athens route insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

January is historically cheapest at $452

Flights typically take 34h 13m

Connecting flights are dominant

United Airlines offers direct flights

Deals are frequent

Washington, D.C. 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

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Nov 12

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Dec 10

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Athens

How far in advance should I book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Athens?

What is a good price for a flight from Washington, D.C. to Athens?

What's the cheapest month to fly from Washington, D.C. to Athens?