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Cheap flights to Athens
| Most popular in | July | High demand for flights, 19% potential price rise |
| Cheapest in | March | Best time to find cheap flights, 3% potential price drop |
| Average price | HK$ 4,929 | Price for this month |
| Cheapest price | HK$ 3,893 | From Hong Kong to Athens |
Cheapest prices for Athens flights by month
January
HK$ 4,835
February
HK$ 6,106
March
HK$ 4,780
April
HK$ 5,031
May
HK$ 4,929
June
HK$ 6,358
July
HK$ 7,276
August
HK$ 6,860
September
HK$ 6,083
October
HK$ 5,612
November
HK$ 5,133
December
HK$ 5,471
Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight to Athens. Flying to Athens in July will prove the most costly. There are multiple factors that influence the price of a flight so comparing airlines, departure airports and times can help keep costs down.
When is the best time to fly to Athens?
Choose a month below to see average flight price and weather conditions.
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3441 - 6710 HKD
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13.2 - 33.1 °C
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3.7 - 72.9 mm
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Flying to Athens in February is usually considered the best time to fly. However, you will find other deals are always available year round. August tends to be the warmest period in Athens so if you are looking for sun or warmer climates then look to fly around this time. November is the wettest if you need to factor this in to your plans.
When is the best time to book flights to Athens?
To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight to Athens, you should look to book at least 52 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.
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Which day is cheapest to fly to Athens?
At the moment, Tuesday is the most economical day to take a flight to Athens. Wednesday is likely to be the most costly.
What time of day is cheapest to fly?
Athens flights can be made cheaper if you choose a flight at midday. Booking a flight in the morning will likely mean higher prices.
It’s no surprise that Athens, Greece’s capital city, is one of the most popular destinations in the world. The city was named after Athena, the Greek Goddess of Wisdom, and the famous Parthenon was her temple. Today, Athens flights are packed with travellers flocking to Athena’s namesake to tour the mythical and mysterious city.
Athens was the location for the first modern Olympic Games in 1859. In 2004, millions of travellers booked flights to Athens to see the modern day city host the Summer Olympics. Thanks to the boost in tourism that accompanied the Games, the city was able to fund the construction of much-needed new roads and an upgrade to its transportation alternatives, making it easier for visitors to get around the city. Spend a day touring the Acropolis, the Parthenon and the Temple of Olympian Zeus before settling in with the locals. Enjoy authentic Greek food in sidewalk cafes and take in a little bit of Greece at its most historic.
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Athens climate
Mid-March through May is usually pleasant and mild, even though the March wind has a cutting edge. The temperature rises in June and July, building to stifling hot — more than 37 degrees (Celsius) — and humid in August. The meltemi, a strong northerly wind, occasionally sweeps through the city providing relief from the heat. September cools down, with occasional light rain. October has mild weather with some high winds. November through February is the rainy season, the daytime temperatures drop to the 10s, and, coupled with the wind, can feel quite chilly.
When to fly to Athens
Peak Season:
Despite the heat, summer brings hordes of visitors to Athens. By June most restaurants and clubs have shut down or changed venue to the shore. During August, Athens belongs to the tourists, and most of the Athenians leave the city on holiday. If you come in summer, visit sights and attractions in the early morning, nap through the midday heat, then visit more attractions in the evening.
Off Season:
Spring and late autumn have ideal weather for visiting Athens, and the restaurants and clubs are open. This is also a good time to find cheap flights.
Winter is an interesting time to visit Athens. There are few tourists, the weather is chilly with some rain, and you will save money on hotel bills.
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Getting around Athens
Athens’ metro system is so easy to use that it has lessened the city’s traffic and pollution. The buses and trolleys are also cheap and efficient, but they are usually more crowded and can be confusing. Avoid travelling anywhere during rush hour, especially on public transport. It can be difficult to hail a taxi, so call ahead for one instead. You’ll find that taxis are cheap, although occasionally drivers will try to overcharge a clueless foreigner. One trick to catching a cab is calling out your destination to a cab already in use. The driver will stop and let you get in if he’s going the same way. You’ll still have to pay a full fare, though. It’s also easy to set out on foot. Most of the major sights are located in the same general area. And the ones that aren’t are easy to get to by public transport. There’s no need to rent a car. Driving through the city is difficult to manage and parking spots are rare and expensive.