Are there direct flights from Zürich to Athens?

Yes, direct flights from Zürich to Athens are available. Historically, approximately 41.9% of all flights on this route have been direct. For travelers opting for connecting flights, the median number of stopovers observed was one. This indicates a good availability of non-stop options for this route.

How many hours is the flight from Zürich to Athens?

The median flight time for a direct flight from Zürich to Athens is approximately 2 hours and 35 minutes, covering a distance of 1639 kilometers. For flights with one stop, the median duration is considerably longer, typically around 6 hours and 40 minutes. Travelers should consider these durations when planning their journey to ensure a comfortable travel experience.

How much do direct flights from Zürich to Athens cost compared to connecting flights?

Historically, direct flights from Zürich to Athens have shown a slight premium compared to connecting flights. The median price for a direct flight was $228, while connecting flights had a median price of $225. This represents a 1% premium for direct flights. Direct flights accounted for approximately 40.1% of all observed flights, indicating they are a popular choice despite the small price difference.

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Zürich to Athens: Overview

Insights for flights from Zürich to Athens

A typical journey from Zürich to Athens takes about 5h 35m, including connections. This route covers a distance of 1639 kilometers, classifying it as a medium-haul flight. Given that a meaningful share of itineraries are non-stop, the remaining flights typically include one stopover.

For travelers seeking cheap flights from Zürich to Athens, prices are typically $189–$367, with a median of $241. Right now, current fares are above the typical level for this route. Approximately 38% of recent fares were classified as a good price, indicating that competitive offers are available.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Zürich to Athens? The data shows that February is typically the most affordable month, with a median fare of $147. January follows closely with a median of $148, and August also presents a good option with a median fare of $163. New deals for this route appear almost daily, making it beneficial to monitor prices regularly.

How much is a round trip from Zürich to Athens

Regular price: CHF 427 - CHF 655

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

The regular price range for flights from Zurich to Athens is typically between CHF 427 and CHF 655. The current lowest deal is CHF 116 with Swiss International Air Lines, for travel from Oct 17-Oct 21.

now CHF 116

Low CHF 427

High CHF 655

The cheapest time to fly from Zürich to Athens

The cheapest month to fly from Zurich to Athens is February, with a median price of 147 USD. The most expensive month is July, with a median price of 454 USD. Prices are generally lower from January to December.

February

Cheapest

Flights from CHF 147

July

Most Expensive

Flights from CHF 454

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Zürich to Athens

Swiss International Air Lines

Last-minute flights going from Zürich to Athens

Tue, Oct 27

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ZRH - Athens

Zürich (ZRH) - Athens (ATH)

Swiss International Air Lines

CHF 516

CHF 121

One-way

Tue, Oct 27

⌛ Last-Minute

ZRH - Athens

Zürich (ZRH) - Athens (ATH)

Swiss International Air Lines

CHF 516

CHF 121

One-way

Tue, Oct 27

⌛ Last-Minute

ZRH - Athens

Zürich (ZRH) - Athens (ATH)

Swiss International Air Lines

CHF 519

CHF 121

One-way

Tue, Oct 27

⌛ Last-Minute

ZRH - Athens

Zürich (ZRH) - Athens (ATH)

Swiss International Air Lines

CHF 519

CHF 121

One-way

Tue, Oct 27

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ZRH - Athens

Zürich (ZRH) - Athens (ATH)

Swiss International Air Lines

CHF 530

CHF 121

One-way

Tue, Oct 27

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ZRH - Athens

Zürich (ZRH) - Athens (ATH)

Swiss International Air Lines

CHF 519

CHF 121

One-way

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

2 nights

Sep 2 - Sep 4

CHF 778 → CHF 165

79%

1 night

Sep 7 - Sep 8

CHF 748 → CHF 160

79%

8 nights

Oct 15 - Oct 23

CHF 701 → CHF 148

79%

8 nights

Oct 12 - Oct 20

CHF 701 → CHF 150

79%

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Zürich - Athens route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from ZRH to ATH are below the typical level, with 38% considered good prices.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in February for the best prices

Historically, February offers the lowest median prices at $147 for flights from ZRH to ATH.

⏱️ Flight duration

Medium-haul flights average 5h 35m

Flights from ZRH to ATH are typically medium-haul, with a median duration of 5 hours 35 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

41.9% of recent flights are direct

Historically, 41.9% of flights from ZRH to ATH are direct, with connecting flights typically having 1 stopover.

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Swiss International Air Lines offers direct flights

Swiss International Air Lines provides direct flight options on the ZRH to ATH route.

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Deals are frequent on this route

Deals for flights from ZRH to ATH are frequent, appearing often within a 30-day window.

Zürich main airports to depart from

Zürich Airport (ZRH)

Cheapest

Zürich Airport is a good choice for flights to Athens, offering competitive prices.

📍 ~10 km from Zürich (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~CHF 122

Athens main airports to arrive at

Athens International (ATH)

Cheapest

Athens International Airport is the primary gateway for flights arriving in Athens.

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

💸 Flights from ~CHF 118

Airports nearby Athens used as alternative

Kalamata International (KLX)

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

📍 ~230 km from Athens (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~CHF 186

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Athens

Historically, the optimal booking window for flights from Zürich to Athens is typically 7-13 days before departure. During this period, the average price observed was $218. Booking too far in advance, such as 28-59 days out, saw average prices rise to $406. Even closer to departure, within 0-6 days, the average price was $245, indicating that last-minute deals can sometimes be found, but the sweet spot remains about one to two weeks prior to travel.

Based on historical data from the trailing 90 days, a good price for a flight from Zürich to Athens is considered to be $189 or less. The median price for this route across the trailing quarter was $241. Prices can vary, with 75% of observed fares being $367 or less. Aiming for a price below the median can help secure a more economical fare.

Historically, the cheapest months to fly from Zürich to Athens are February and January, with median prices of $147 and $148 respectively. While August also shows a relatively low median of $163, it's important to note that the annual median price for this route is $241. Planning your trip during these months could result in significant savings compared to other times of the year.

Zürich to Athens: Overview

Insights for flights from Zürich to Athens

How much is a round trip from Zürich to Athens

Regular price: CHF 427 - CHF 655

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

now CHF 116

Low CHF 427

High CHF 655

The cheapest time to fly from Zürich to Athens

February

Cheapest

Flights from CHF 147

July

Most Expensive

Flights from CHF 454

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Zürich to Athens

Swiss International Air Lines

Last-minute flights going from Zürich to Athens

Tue, Oct 27

⌛ Last-Minute

ZRH - Athens

Zürich (ZRH) - Athens (ATH)

Swiss International Air Lines

CHF 516

CHF 121

One-way

Tue, Oct 27

⌛ Last-Minute

ZRH - Athens

Zürich (ZRH) - Athens (ATH)

Swiss International Air Lines

CHF 516

CHF 121

One-way

Tue, Oct 27

⌛ Last-Minute

ZRH - Athens

Zürich (ZRH) - Athens (ATH)

Swiss International Air Lines

CHF 519

CHF 121

One-way

Tue, Oct 27

⌛ Last-Minute

ZRH - Athens

Zürich (ZRH) - Athens (ATH)

Swiss International Air Lines

CHF 519

CHF 121

One-way

Tue, Oct 27

⌛ Last-Minute

ZRH - Athens

Zürich (ZRH) - Athens (ATH)

Swiss International Air Lines

CHF 530

CHF 121

One-way

Tue, Oct 27

⌛ Last-Minute

ZRH - Athens

Zürich (ZRH) - Athens (ATH)

Swiss International Air Lines

CHF 519

CHF 121

One-way

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

2 nights

Sep 2 - Sep 4

CHF 778 → CHF 165

79%

1 night

Sep 7 - Sep 8

CHF 748 → CHF 160

79%

8 nights

Oct 15 - Oct 23

CHF 701 → CHF 148

79%

8 nights

Oct 12 - Oct 20

CHF 701 → CHF 150

79%

Popular Airports to fly from Zürich to Athens

Zürich - Athens route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from ZRH to ATH are below the typical level, with 38% considered good prices.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in February for the best prices

Historically, February offers the lowest median prices at $147 for flights from ZRH to ATH.

⏱️ Flight duration

Medium-haul flights average 5h 35m

Flights from ZRH to ATH are typically medium-haul, with a median duration of 5 hours 35 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

41.9% of recent flights are direct

Historically, 41.9% of flights from ZRH to ATH are direct, with connecting flights typically having 1 stopover.

🏆 Airline highlight

Swiss International Air Lines offers direct flights

Swiss International Air Lines provides direct flight options on the ZRH to ATH route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent on this route

Deals for flights from ZRH to ATH are frequent, appearing often within a 30-day window.

Zürich main airports to depart from

Zürich Airport (ZRH)

Cheapest

Zürich Airport is a good choice for flights to Athens, offering competitive prices.

📍 ~10 km from Zürich (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~CHF 122

Athens main airports to arrive at

Athens International (ATH)

Cheapest

Athens International Airport is the primary gateway for flights arriving in Athens.

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

💸 Flights from ~CHF 118

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 Zürich to Athens

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Zürich to Athens: Overview

Insights for flights from Zürich to Athens

How much is a round trip from Zürich to Athens

The cheapest time to fly from Zürich to Athens

Direct flights from Zürich to Athens

Last-minute flights going from Zürich to Athens

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

Popular Airports to fly from Zürich to Athens

Zürich - Athens route insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Fly in February for the best prices

Medium-haul flights average 5h 35m

41.9% of recent flights are direct

Swiss International Air Lines offers direct flights

Deals are frequent on this route

Zürich 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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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Athens

How far in advance should I book a flight from Zürich to Athens?

What is a good price for a flight from Zürich to Athens?

When is the cheapest time of year to fly from Zürich to Athens?

Are there direct flights from Zürich to Athens?

How many hours is the flight from Zürich to Athens?

How much do direct flights from Zürich to Athens cost compared to connecting flights?

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Insights for flights from Zürich to Athens

How much is a round trip from Zürich to Athens

The cheapest time to fly from Zürich to Athens

Direct flights from Zürich to Athens

Last-minute flights going from Zürich to Athens

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

Popular Airports to fly from Zürich to Athens

Zürich - Athens route insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Fly in February for the best prices

Medium-haul flights average 5h 35m

41.9% of recent flights are direct

Swiss International Air Lines offers direct flights

Deals are frequent on this route

Zürich 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 17

Dec 17

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Dec 17

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What is a good price for a flight from Zürich to Athens?

When is the cheapest time of year to fly from Zürich to Athens?