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Cheapest return fare
$1,618
Typical prices: $1,791-$2,381
Scoot
Mon 31/8Wed 9/9
SYD - ATH • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flight
$598
Typical prices: $611-$907
Scoot
Thu 22/10
SYD - ATH • 1 stop
Direct flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Sydney and Athens. You’ll need at least 1 connection.
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Cheapest • Avg $2,122 (return)
Shortest trip • 22h 42m (one-way)
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When to book
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 6 weeks in advance save around 6% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 16% price drop
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Cheap Flights from Sydney to Athens (SYD-ATH)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for return flights from Sydney to Athens that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
Discover the best prices for you by selecting your travel dates on KAYAK.

Recent return flight deals from Sydney to Athens

Mon, 31 Aug - Wed, 9 Sep
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20:35 - 07:45SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
42h 10m1 stop Singapore Changi
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09:00 - 11:45ATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
19h 45m1 stop Singapore Changi
$1,618Scoot
Tue, 8 Sep - Wed, 16 Sep
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21:05 - 14:40SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
24h 35m2 stops Kuala Lumpur Intl Istanbul
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04:00 - 19:10ATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
32h 10m2 stops Istanbul Kuala Lumpur Intl
$1,620Turkish Airlines
Mon, 31 Aug - Fri, 11 Sep
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20:35 - 07:45SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
42h 10m1 stop Singapore Changi
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09:00 - 11:45ATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
19h 45m1 stop Singapore Changi
$1,620Scoot
Tue, 6 Oct - Sun, 28 Feb
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21:35 - 06:15SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
40h 40m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
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18:10 - 10:50ATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
31h 40m3 stops Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Sharjah Phuket City
$1,631Multiple Airlines
Sun, 23 Aug - Sun, 6 Sep
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20:30 - 12:15SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
46h 45m2 stops Shanghai Pu Dong London Gatwick
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09:00 - 11:45ATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
19h 45m1 stop Singapore Changi
$1,641Multiple Airlines
Tue, 8 Sep - Wed, 16 Sep
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21:05 - 14:40SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
24h 35m2 stops Kuala Lumpur Intl Istanbul
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04:00 - 19:10ATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
32h 10m2 stops Istanbul Kuala Lumpur Intl
$1,654Turkish Airlines
Tue, 6 Oct - Sun, 28 Feb
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21:35 - 12:35SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
23h 00m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
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13:10 - 06:30ATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
32h 20m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
$1,742Etihad Airways
Fri, 2 Oct - Mon, 9 Nov
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15:40 - 12:35SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
27h 55m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
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13:10 - 06:30ATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
32h 20m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
$1,759Etihad Airways
Tue, 17 Nov - Fri, 26 Feb
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10:30 - 08:00SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
30h 30m1 stop Beijing Capital
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13:10 - 08:30ATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
34h 20m1 stop Beijing Capital
$1,774Air China
Sun, 15 Nov - Fri, 26 Feb
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10:30 - 08:00SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
30h 30m1 stop Beijing Capital
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13:10 - 08:30ATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
34h 20m1 stop Beijing Capital
$1,774Air China
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KAYAK's insights & trends for Sydney to Athens flights

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

How much is a return flight from Sydney to Athens?

This analysis is based on the cheapest return trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from Sydney to Athens departing in August.

Flight prices are below average for this route right now.

Flights to Athens from Sydney usually cost between $1,776 and $2,308 in August.
The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $1,618 on Scoot (31 Aug–9 Sept).

What is the cheapest month to fly from Sydney to Athens?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Sydney to Athens, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from Sydney to Athens is November, where tickets cost $1,635 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and June, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $2,416 and $2,236 respectively.

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

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Sydney to Athens, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from Sydney to Athens, you should book around 6 weeks before departure, which saves you about 6% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 26 weeks before departure.

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Low season

November

Cheapest flight

$614
Best time to beat the crowds (16% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (4% more expensive on average)
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When to book flights from Sydney to Athens

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Sydney to Athens based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
Estimated return price
KAYAK looks at all historical flight data for each date to provide a predicted price for one-way trips or returns with a duration up to 40 days. While we try to provide actual minimum prices for each date, some prices are predictions and actual prices may differ.

FAQs for booking flights from Sydney to Athens

  • Does Athens Airport have facilities for children?

    Athens International Airport Eleftherios Venizelos has a children’s play area with activities to keep kids busy. There are also plenty of convenience shops to pick up snacks or things to keep them occupied, like colouring books or toys.

  • What kinds of options does Athens Airport have for food?

    There is a fairly extensive selection at Athens International Airport Eleftherios Venizelos when it comes to food. There are plenty of cafes for a quick coffee, including Starbucks and Nescafe, as well as takeaway options, like Burger King, and a lot of international cuisine options, including Greek, Italian and many more.

  • Are there good shopping options at Athens Airport?

    As well as plenty of retail opportunities inside the airport itself, Athens International Airport is connected to a retail park with a factory outlet, offering a wide range of shopping to start your trip with some retail therapy.

  • How many lounge areas are there at Sydney Airport?

    There are seven lounge areas in total at Sydney Airport, with varying access requirements. Six of these lounge areas can be accessed by travellers who are not members or cardholders of the qualifying tier; you will simply need to purchase a single-entry pass.

  • Does Sydney Airport offer free Wi-Fi?

    Sydney Airport keeps travellers connected during their stay at the airport with the free and unlimited Wi-Fi accessible throughout Terminals 1 and 2. There are also dedicated charging stations located on the upper and lower levels of both terminals to keep your devices fully charged and ready for the flight.

  • Are there any children’s play areas at Sydney Airport?

    If you’re travelling with children, you can keep them happily entertained at one of Sydney Airport’s children’s play areas. There are four play areas in total, which are all located at convenient points throughout the departure gate area. Interactive game screens are included in some of them to keep older children engaged until your flight departs.

  • How much is a taxi to Athens city centre from the airport?

    If you’d prefer to avoid public transport after your flight, taxis can be easily hired outside Athens International Airport’s Arrivals area. The trip to the city centre from the airport will cost approximately 38 euros ($62) and take around 25-30 minutes. Most taxis in the area operate on flat fares, so be sure to agree upon the price before your trip begins.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Sydney to Athens?

    In the last 5 days, the lowest price for a flight from Sydney to Athens was $598 for a one-way ticket and $1,618 for a return.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Sydney to Athens?

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

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Sydney to Athens?

    SkyTeam, Star Alliance, and oneworld are the airline alliances operating flights between Sydney and Athens, with SkyTeam being the most commonly used for this route.

  • What is the most popular stopover when flying to Athens from Sydney?

    Abu Dhabi is the most popular stopover city among KAYAK users travelling from Sydney to Athens.

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

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Sydney to Athens are Singapore Airlines and Emirates. With an average price for the route of $2,092 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 $2,267 and an overall rating of 8.1.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Sydney 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 Sydney to Athens.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Sydney to Athens?

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

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Sydney 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 Sydney with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Sydney 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 Sydney 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 Sydney to Athens

  • If you are booking a flight with a connection through Singapore Changi Airport (SIN), take the time to explore one of the world’s most highly rated airports. There are gardens, art installations, plenty of shopping and dining areas and even a suspended trampoline and slides. Jewel offers endless sights, with Forest Valley right at its centre. If you have a long layover, there are also various types of accommodation and lounges with showers and charging points for your devices.
  • Athens Airport (ATH) has its own app to help you find anything you need in Athens International Airport. You can check flight statuses, book parking, find maps of the airport and find out about all of the services it has to offer.
  • If you are in need of any assistance while at Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport (SYD), keep an eye out for staff wearing bright blue jackets. These are Airport Ambassadors, and they are there to help you with any questions you might have and can direct you if you get lost.
  • When you’re booking your flight from Sydney to Athens, you’ll be unlikely to find a flight without at least one stop. Single-stop flights are common, with airlines often touching down in either Abu Dhabi or Dubai before continuing onto the second leg of the journey. Booking early can give you your choice of layover if you’d like to explore another city on the way.
  • If you need to grab a quick bite to eat before your flight from Sydney to Athens, there are plenty of airport restaurants available to choose from at Sydney Airport. With options ranging from small bites to pubs, Lebanese cuisine to Japanese noodles and much more, Sydney Airport has hungry travellers covered with dining options spread throughout the entire airport.
  • Planning to take public transport after your flight? You can get from the airport to Athens city centre using Line 3 of the Athens metro. The trip to the centre takes approximately 40 minutes, with fares starting at around 10 euros ($16). The metro departs from the airport roughly every 30 minutes.
  • You can also take the bus from the airport to hotel zones or other destinations within central Athens. The bus to the city centre is the X95; it is less expensive than the metro, with fares starting at approximately 6 euros ($10). The bus departs from the ground transport area near the Arrivals zone at the airport.
  • For travellers with early flights or strict travel plans, Athens International Airport features a luxurious on-site hotel. The terminal-accessible Sofitel Airport Hotel has five stars and features 345 rooms, an impressive 11 conference and business areas, a fitness centre and a handful of dining options for travellers who don’t wish to stray too far from the airport.

Everything you need to know for your flight from Sydney to Athens

Other airlines flying from Sydney to Athens

Flights from the other most popular airlines that fly from Sydney to Athens according to KAYAK users. Prices are the lowest found on KAYAK over the last 7 days. Price and availability are not guaranteed.