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Price, demand, and travel trends for Rome to Athens flights
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How much is a return flight from Rome to Athens?
This analysis is based on the cheapest return price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from Rome to Athens departing in October.
Return flights from Rome to Athens start at $180. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical return fares ranging from $191 to $313. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $180 on Ryanair.
What is the cheapest Rome to Athens flight route?
KAYAK tracks online flight deals over the last 12 months and analyses pricing trends to identify the best available fares.
Rome Ciampino Airport (CIA) to Athens (ATH) is the cheapest Rome to Athens route, averaging $197 return. Other Rome to Athens routes average $242, based on KAYAK data over the past 12 months.
What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Rome to Athens?
Thursday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Rome to Athens and is 6% cheaper than the average day. Sunday is the most expensive day with flight prices 12% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.
What is the cheapest month to fly from Rome to Athens?
KAYAK internal proprietary data takes all prices for each month over the last 12 months for return flights from Rome to Athens, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.
February is the cheapest month to fly from Rome to Athens at $198 return.
August ($345) and July ($255) are the most expensive months.
The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 74% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.
When are prices from Rome to Athens the cheapest?
Flights from Rome to Athens are cheapest 10 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 22% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.
What is the cheapest airline to fly from Rome to Athens?
Ryanair ($180) and ITA Airways ($200) are the cheapest airlines to fly return from Rome to Athens according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.
Which airline offers the most direct flights between Rome and Athens?
ITA Airways and Aegean Airlines offer the most frequent direct flights from Rome to Athens at 22 and 14 flights per week, respectively. Sky Express is another good option, operating 7 flights per week. Based on KAYAK flight data over the last 3 months.
How often are flights from Rome to Athens delayed?
Over the last 12 months, Rome to Athens flights were delayed in 35% of cases. Delayed flights averaged 103 minutes behind schedule.
What is the most punctual time of day to fly from Rome to Athens?
Night flights have the fewest delays. Evening departures experience delays most often. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.
Which day of the week has the fewest delays on Rome to Athens flights?
Tuesday has the fewest flight delays on the Rome to Athens route at only 27% of flights delayed.
Friday has the most delays at 43%. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.
Which airline is the most punctual on Rome to Athens flights?
ITA Airways is the most punctual airline on Rome to Athens flights – KAYAK's system tracked that 76% of flights were on time in the past 3 months.
What is the most popular stopover airport when flying from Rome to Athens?
KAYAK data for 1-stop return journeys over the past 3 months. Only counts itineraries with the same stopover on both legs.
Zurich (ZRH) is the most popular stopover for the Rome to Athens route. 24% of KAYAK users who booked 1-stop return journeys over the past 3 months connected via ZRH.
What is the cheapest stopover airport when flying from Rome to Athens?
Flights via Luqa Malta Intl (MLA) offer the most affordable fares, with an average return price of $209. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.
Which route, including a stopover, takes the shortest amount of time to travel from Rome to Athens?
Munich Franz Josef Strauss (MUC) offers the shortest 1-stop connection from Rome to Athens at 5h 24m one-way, 3h 25m longer than the 1h 59m direct flight. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.
When flying from Rome to Athens, which airport offers the shortest stopover?
Munich Franz Josef Strauss (MUC) had the shortest average connection time for Rome to Athens stopovers at 197 minutes over the past 3 months.
How many direct flights run daily between Rome and Athens?
There are 7 to 8 flights per day from Rome to Athens, about 53 flights per week. Monday has the most departures, with 15% of weekly flights.
What time of day do most flights depart from Rome to Athens?
Based on KAYAK flight schedules for the upcoming 3 months.
Most direct flights from Rome to Athens depart in the morning, accounting for 43% of direct departures. Around 3 flights are scheduled in that window over the next three months.
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Your Rome to Athens flight questions, answered
Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking questions.
Are nonstop flights from Rome Airports to Eleftherios Venizelos Airport available?
Depending on the airline, flights to Eleftherios Venizelos Airport from either Ciampino or Fiumicino Airports have one, two, or three layovers before completing the journey. Nonstop flights are not available.
Which transportation means is available from Eleftherios Venizelos Airport to Athens city?
If you are a traveler on a budget, the public bus is your best option. The buses, which you can find at the bus departure area right outside the airport, take approximately 55min to get to Athens city. Adults pay around €6 for the one-way trip, while children over 7 years pay around €3.
Is parking available at Fiumicino Airport?
You can bring your car with you to Fiumicino Airport and leave it at the long-term parking lot if you fly out for a couple of days. The long-term parking lot is located approximately 10min away from the airport’s terminal and provides a free shuttle service. The lot charges around €8 per day.
Can I find accommodation upon arrival at Eleftherios Venizelos Airport?
Located approximately 2min away from Eleftherios Venizelos Airport’s departures level is the cozy Sofitel Athens Airport hotel, providing the perfect place for tired travelers to relax and unwind after a lengthy flight.
Are there eco-friendly airlines flying from Rome to Athens?
Flights travelling to Athens from Rome release approximately 866 kg of carbon for every passenger. However, some airlines, including Aegean Airlines, SKY Express and Volotea, offer eco-friendly travel. SKY Express and Aegean Airlines release around 62% fewer carbon emissions on this route.
Which airlines flying this route allow unaccompanied minors?
Aegean Airlines allows kids between five and 12 years to travel unaccompanied at an additional supervisory fee, as long as they have a filled unaccompanied minor form by the parent. The minor must be accompanied by a parent or guardian to the departure airport and picked up by an adult from Athens Airport. You must present a birth certificate or passport proving the minor’s age.
Is Athens International Airport an airline hub?
Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) is a hub for Aegean Airlines, Olympic Air, Ryanair, SKY Express and Volotea. You can connect with frequent flights to about 90 destinations from Athens Airport, so you can always catch a flight.
What business services does Athens Airport offer?
Athens Airport has a business centre with personal computers and internet access. It’s located in the Main Terminal building, on the Arrivals level, and offers fax, photocopy and printing services. The business centre has one conference room. The airport also has a hotel, about a 2-minute walk from the Main Terminal, with roughly 10 rooms hosting conferences and seminars holding up to 600 guests.
Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Rome to Athens flights?
Which airports can I use when flying from Rome to Athens?
Flights from Rome to Athens may depart from several airports in Rome area, including Rome Ciampino (CIA) and Rome Fiumicino (FCO). Flights usually arrive at Athens Eleftherios V. (ATH).
Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Rome to Athens flights?
Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:
• Ryanair: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class • Aegean Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class • ITA Airways: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class
Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route, and airline, so travellers should check the fare details before booking.
Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Rome to Athens?
Two cabin classes are available on flights from Rome to Athens:
• Economy class • Business Class
How much can I save by having a stopover when flying from Rome to Athens?
On this route, stopover flights are cheaper than direct options on average. Stopover fares average $209 return via Luqa Malta Intl (MLA), compared with $243 for direct.
What is the standard checked bag allowance on flights from Rome to Athens?
There is no standard. Checked bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $25–$139 for the first checked bag in Economy. Premium fares and elite status bookings typically include a free checked bag.
Which airports do connecting flights from Rome to Athens pass through?
One-stop flights from Rome to Athens most commonly connect through:
• Zurich (ZRH) – 24% of one-stop connections • Munich Franz Josef Strauss (MUC) – 19% of one-stop connections • Tirana Rinas (TIA) – 19% of one-stop connections • Bratislava - M. R. Štefánik (BTS) – 14% of one-stop connections
Zurich (ZRH) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Rome to Athens?
Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 16% on the Rome to Athens route. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at $230 return on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $272, a difference of $42. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.
At what point is a flight considered delayed on the route from Rome to Athens?
A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Rome to Athens route, 35% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 1 hour 43 minutes.
How are flight departures from Rome to Athens spread across the day?
Morning is the busiest departure period on Rome to Athens flights, with 43% leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 29%, Evening flights for 14%, and Night flights for 14%.
What popular places can I visit in Athens?
Some of the most popular sights in Athens are Syntagma Square, Ermou Street, and Acropolis. These are among the most viewed places in Athens on KAYAK.
What are the earliest and latest flights from Rome to Athens?
These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Rome to Athens:
• Earliest: departs at 05:55 and lands at 07:54 • Latest: departs at 22:25 and lands at 00:24.
The flight takes about 1h 59m.
How expensive are last-minute Rome to Athens flights?
Last-minute fares on this route (booked within 2 weeks of departure) run 12% above the route average of $242. Book 10 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.
How long is a flight from Rome to Athens?
A direct flight from Rome to Athens takes 1h 59m, covering 1,722 km.
Do I need a passport to fly from Rome to Athens?
Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.
How are flight prices from Rome to Athens looking right now?
One-way fares from Rome to Athens are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $88, which is 39% below the typical average for this route.
How does ITA Airways's on-time performance compare to other airlines on Rome to Athens flights?
ITA Airways is slightly above the route average for timely arrivals, while Ryanair has a lower on-time arrival rate. On-time arrival rates on Rome to Athens flights are:
• ITA Airways: 76% on time • Ryanair: 75% on time • Sky Express: 56% on time
On average, flights on this route are punctual 65% of the time.
How do delay rates compare for morning and evening flights from Rome to Athens?
Night flights have the fewest delays on this route. Delays tend to pile up throughout the day as one late flight pushes the next, so earlier departures are usually more reliable.
How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Rome to Athens?
Flying via Munich Franz Josef Strauss (MUC) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 5h 24m, compared to 6h 11m via Luqa Malta Intl (MLA) and 6h 21m via Zurich (ZRH).
What is the time difference between Rome and Athens?
Athens is 1 hour ahead of Rome (Eastern European Time vs Central European Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.
Which car hire options are available at Athens Eleftherios V. Airport (ATH)?
Athens Eleftherios V. Airport (ATH) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around $3 for economy cars. Top options include: · Centauro · Record go · Europcar · SURPRICE CAR RENTAL · Alamo
How much should I expect to pay for a Rome to Athens flight?
Return flights from Rome to Athens range from $191 to $313, with an average of $242 over the past 12 months. Anything below $191 counts as a good deal.
Your guide to booking Rome to Athens flights
Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
If your dates are flexible, aim for a Thursday departure instead of Sunday. On this route, Thursday flights average $230 – about $42 less than Sunday (15% savings) based on the last 12 months.
For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 10 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 22% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
If you can choose when to travel, plan your Rome to Athens trip for February. Fares historically average $198 return in that month – typically $147 less than the most expensive month, which is August (based on the last 12 months).
If arriving on time is high on your priority list, ITA Airways is the strongest pick on this route. 76% of ITA Airways flights from Rome to Athens arrived on time in the past 3 months, slightly above the route's average on-time arrival rate of 65%. When flights on this route do arrive late, the average delay is 1 hour43 minutes, so choosing an airline with strong on-time performance can make a difference on tight schedules.
If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Luqa Malta Intl Airport (MLA) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest stopover option averages $209 return on this route – about $34 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).
You can depart from Rome from either Ciampino Airport (CIA), conveniently closer to Rome city, or the bustling Fiumicino Airport (FCO) onboard flights operated by popular airlines like Ryanair, Turkish Airlines, Lufthansa, KLM, Alitalia, Air Malta, and Ethiopian Air.
Taxis are convenient transportation options to Ciampino Airport, especially if you have bulky luggage. Taxis are always available in the city. A one-way ticket to Ciampino airport from the Rome city center is around €44.
Eleftherios Venizelos Airport (ATH) efficiently caters to the needs of those with disabilities by providing services and amenities to give them a stress-free experience as they travel through the airport. The airport has assistance zones at the arrivals and departures areas, ramps, elevators, accessible toilets, and disabled parking.
Fiumicino Airport has multiple cozy lounges, which are the perfect relaxation spots away from the crowded airport halls. Alitalia passengers can access the Casa Alitalia Lounges in T1 or T3 for a fee of around €59.50. The Plaza Premium Lounge in T3 is also accessible for around €55 for 2h and €105 for 5h.
Eleftherios Venizelos Airport makes traveling with kids through the airport effortless by providing a supervised play area in the airport’s main terminal where kids can pass the time playing various games. The airport also has baby rooms that mothers can utilize when changing or feeding their babies.
In case you have an early morning flight, staying at one of the hotels right next to Ciampino Airport will ensure you do not miss your flight. One excellent option is Hotel Villa Giulia, located only 1.8 miles away from the airport. The hotel also provides a shuttle service to the airport.
In case you prefer swift services instead of waiting through long lines at immigration and security checks, Ciampino should be your airport of choice because it is less busy than Fiumicino Airport. Ciampino Airport also operates budget flights. However, Fiumicino has more transport options from the city.
Fiumicino Leonardo da Vinci International Airport (FCO) is Rome's main airport. The airport has a museum with various permanent art exhibits, at the centre of exhibitions in Terminal 3, just past passport control.
Suppose you’re flying from Ciampino Giovan Battista Pastine International Airport (CIA) to Athens on a single stopover flight. In that case, common stopover cities include Bucharest, Sofia and Thessaloniki, served by Aegean Airlines, Ryanair and SKY Express.
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