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Cheapest return fare
$1,527
Typical prices: $1,517-$2,086
Multiple Airlines
Wed 21/10Wed 28/10
MEL - ATH • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way flight
$677
Typical prices: $804-$1,210
Etihad Airways
Tue 29/9
MEL - ATH • 1 stop
Direct flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Melbourne and Athens. You’ll need at least 1 connection.
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Manama (BAH)
Cheapest • Avg $613 (return)
Manama (BAH)
Shortest trip • 15h 35m (one-way)
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When to book
6 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 6 weeks in advance save around 13% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
February
Cheapest • 16% price drop
July
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Cheap Flights from Melbourne to Athens (MEL-ATH)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Melbourne to Athens

Wed, 21 Oct - Wed, 28 Oct
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20:45 - 08:55MEL  Melbourne-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
68h 10m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Beijing Capital
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13:10 - 15:40ATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-MEL Melbourne
41h 30m1 stop Beijing Capital
$1,527Multiple Airlines
Sun, 18 Oct - Mon, 26 Oct
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20:40 - 08:55MEL  Melbourne-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
44h 15m1 stop Beijing Capital
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23:10 - 12:10ATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-MEL Melbourne
28h 00m3 stops Sharjah Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Singapore Changi
$1,527Multiple Airlines
Fri, 2 Oct - Fri, 9 Oct
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21:35 - 07:45MEL  Melbourne-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
41h 10m1 stop Singapore Changi
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09:00 - 21:20ATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-MEL Melbourne
28h 20m1 stop Singapore Changi
$1,545Scoot
Fri, 4 Sep - Sun, 20 Sep
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21:35 - 07:45MEL  Melbourne-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
41h 10m1 stop Singapore Changi
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08:55 - 11:45ATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-MEL Melbourne
19h 50m1 stop Singapore Changi
$1,547Scoot
Sun, 7 Feb - Thu, 11 Mar
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18:20 - 11:50MEL  Melbourne-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
26h 30m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
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06:40 - 17:00ATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-MEL Melbourne
25h 20m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
$1,559Etihad Airways
Fri, 18 Sep - Fri, 25 Sep
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19:40 - 19:25MEL  Melbourne-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
30h 45m1 stop Beijing Capital
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14:15 - 14:25ATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-MEL Melbourne
41h 10m1 stop Beijing Capital
$1,566Air China
Mon, 16 Nov - Sun, 22 Nov
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18:20 - 05:25MEL  Melbourne-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
20h 05m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
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13:10 - 17:00ATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-MEL Melbourne
18h 50m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
$1,588Etihad Airways
Fri, 18 Sep - Wed, 30 Sep
Air China Logo
19:40 - 19:25MEL  Melbourne-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
30h 45m1 stop Beijing Capital
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14:15 - 14:25ATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-MEL Melbourne
41h 10m1 stop Beijing Capital
$1,655Air China
Mon, 28 Sep - Mon, 30 Nov
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21:35 - 20:30MEL  Melbourne-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
29h 55m2 stops Singapore Changi Istanbul
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21:50 - 20:40ATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-MEL Melbourne
37h 50m2 stops Istanbul Singapore Changi
$1,694Turkish Airlines
Mon, 28 Sep - Mon, 30 Nov
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21:35 - 20:30MEL  Melbourne-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
29h 55m2 stops Singapore Changi Istanbul
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21:50 - 20:40ATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-MEL Melbourne
37h 50m2 stops Istanbul Singapore Changi
$1,696Turkish Airlines
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KAYAK's insights & trends for Melbourne to Athens flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Melbourne to Athens to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

How much is a return flight from Melbourne Airport to Athens?

Flight prices are below average for this route right now.

Flights to Athens from Melbourne Airport usually cost between $1,772 and $2,306 in October.
The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $1,527 on Multiple Airlines (18 Oct–26 Oct).

What is the cheapest month to fly from Melbourne Airport to Athens?

The cheapest month for flights from Melbourne Airport to Athens is February, where tickets cost $1,569 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and June, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $2,519 and $2,107 respectively.

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

To get a below average price on the flight from Melbourne Airport to Athens, you should book around 6 weeks before departure, which saves you about 13% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 19 weeks before departure.

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Low season

February

Cheapest flight

$677
Best time to beat the crowds (16% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 1% lower on average.
Flight from Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine) to Athens

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FAQs for booking Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine) to Athens flights

  • What are the best parking options at Melbourne Airport?

    There are a couple of parking options if you are driving to Melbourne Airport, but you will find the best rate at the Value Car Park. It offers a free shuttle to the airport roughly every 15min and a flat rate of A$ 12 per day.

  • How far is Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) from the city centre?

    The airport lies to the east of Athens City, and it takes around 1h by car or 90min via public transport to get there. A taxi will cost approximately €38 (A$ 60) by day or €54 (A$ 85) by night. Train tickets one way are about €10 (A$ 16), and bus tickets are roughly €6 (A$ 9.50). A taxi is definitely the least complicated option, though if you are on a budget, the public transport systems are fairly efficient and frequent.

  • Are there any attractions at Athens Eleftherios V. Airport?

    Yes, there are several attractions to keep you occupied at Athens Airport. In addition to periodic exhibitions that are displayed in both the Arrivals and Departures Halls, you can browse the 172 archaeological artefacts dating from the Neolithic to Post-Byzantine period, which make up the Eleftherios Venizelos Permanent Exhibition located on the departures level of the main terminal building.

  • How do I get to the Acropolis complex from Athens Airport?

    If you wish to visit the Parthenon straight after your flight from Melbourne to Athens, you can take the M3 subway or the X95 bus to Monastiraki Station, then walk for about 15 minutes to arrive at the historic landmark. If you rent a car or take a taxi, you can complete the 34 kilometres in about 45 minutes.

  • Are there any family facilities at Athens Eleftherios V. Airport?

    Yes, there are facilities for families located at Athens Airport. Specially designated baby rooms, equipped with nursing stations and changing tables, can be found in both the public and passenger areas of the terminal, and there is a play area on the second floor of the main terminal building for children up to seven years of age.

  • What cash exchange facilities are there at Athens Airport?

    If you need to get some euros at Athens Airport you will be happy to know that Alpha Bank has a full-service branch in the Arrivals Hall, while ONExchange operates several currency exchange desks in both the Arrivals and Departures areas of the airport’s Schengen and Non-Schengen zones.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Melbourne Airport to Athens?

    In the last 5 days, the lowest price for a flight from Melbourne Airport to Athens was $677 for a one-way ticket and $1,527 for a return.

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine) to Athens?

    Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine) and Athens are both served by 1 main airport. You will leave Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine) from Melbourne and will be arriving at Athens Eleftherios V..

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine) to Athens?

    We unfortunately don’t have that data for this specific route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine) to Athens?

    SkyTeam, Star Alliance, and oneworld are the airline alliances operating flights between Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine) and Athens, with SkyTeam being the most commonly used for this route.

  • What is the most popular stopover when flying to Athens from Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine)?

    Abu Dhabi is the most popular stopover city among KAYAK users travelling from Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine) to Athens.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Melbourne to Athens, Singapore Airlines or Emirates?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Melbourne to Athens are Singapore Airlines and Emirates. With an average price for the route of $2,059 and an overall rating of 8.2, Singapore Airlines is the most popular choice. Emirates is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $2,125 and an overall rating of 8.1.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine) to Athens?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine) to Athens.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine) to Athens?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Athens from Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine) is likely to change within 7 days, so travellers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine) to Athens?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional return ticket. You could then fly to Athens with an airline and back to Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine) with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine) to Athens?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Athens from Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine) up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from Melbourne Airport to Athens

  • If you are in need of any last minute travel supplies, you will find multiple shops in Melbourne Airport (MEL) that will have what you need. The shopping options at Melbourne Airport are extensive, and you can find anything you need from Australian gifts and souvenirs to high-end Fashion.
  • One of the faster and more affordable options to get from Melbourne City to Melbourne Airport is the SkyBus, running roughly every 15min from Southern Cross Station and two other Melbourne locations. Tickets are around A$ 15 one way, and the journey usually takes around 25min.
  • Two of the most likely connection options for this flight path also happen to be great airports to have a layover. Singapore Changi Airport (SIN) has won multiple awards, it has been rated one of the best airports in the world and has endless activities and facilities to use up the time of a potentially long layover. Both Dubai International (DXB) and Abu Dhabi Airport (AUH) are also very well equipped and offer plenty of comfortable areas, services and facilities.
  • Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH), sometimes known as AIA Airport, is the main international point of entry to Greece and the busiest airport in the country. It has two terminals and acts as the hub for several airlines including the national air carrier Aegean Airlines, Ryanair and the regional airline Olympic Air.
  • Planning a flight from Melbourne to Athens? If so, you should know that while there are no non-stop flights to the Greek capital from Melbourne International Airport, there are a few airlines that operate a one-stop service to Athens. These include Singapore Airlines, Etihad Airways and the low-cost air carrier Scoot.
  • If you have an early morning flight to Athens it may be a good idea to spend the night at one of the hotels close to Melbourne Airport. Ibis Budget Melbourne Airport is a short five-minute walk from the terminals; Holiday Inn Melbourne Airport is even closer; and the PARKROYAL Melbourne Airport provides on-site accommodation, so no airport shuttle is necessary.
  • Passengers at Melbourne Airport looking for a place to relax before their flight from Melbourne to Athens can stop by the Silver Kris Lounge if flying on Singapore Airlines, or the Emirates Lounge if travelling with Emirates. If you prefer, there are massage chairs located in Terminal 3 at Gates 5, 7 and 9, which you’ll find on the Mezzanine Level after security.
  • Passengers who would like to enjoy a shower at Melbourne Airport before their flight will be happy to know that there are public shower facilities located near the toilets in the departures lounge of Terminal 2. You will find them on the first floor near the duty-free store or between the link to Terminal 1 and Nando’s restaurant.

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