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Cheap flights to Athens
The Acropolis above Plaka's lanes, and ferries from Piraeus to the Greek islands.
- Best weather
- Apr to May, Sep to Oct
- Warmest
- Jul, 34°C
- Airport
- ATH
Best time to visit Athens
The best time to visit Athens for the weather is from April to May and from September to October, when daytime highs average 21 to 30°C (70 to 86°F) and it's mostly dry.
There's no real wet season: rain is spread through the year, with the most in December (about 76 mm of rain) and the least in August.
The warmest month is July, with highs around 34°C (94°F); the coolest is January, at around 13°C (56°F) by day and 7°C (45°F) at night.
Athens weather by month
Average daytime highs, overnight lows and rain for each month.
| Month | High | Low | Rain | What it's like |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 13°C 56°F | 7°C 45°F | 56 mm of rain | Cool and dry |
| February | 14°C 58°F | 7°C 45°F | 44 mm of rain | Cool and dry |
| March | 17°C 63°F | 9°C 49°F | 46 mm of rain | Mild and dry |
| April Best | 21°C 70°F | 12°C 54°F | 28 mm of rain | Mild and dry |
| May Best | 27°C 80°F | 17°C 63°F | 21 mm of rain | Warm and dry |
| June | 32°C 89°F | 22°C 71°F | 12 mm of rain | Hot and dry |
| July | 34°C 94°F | 24°C 76°F | 11 mm of rain | Hot and dry |
| August | 34°C 94°F | 24°C 76°F | 5 mm of rain | Hot and dry |
| September Best | 30°C 85°F | 20°C 69°F | 26 mm of rain | Warm and dry |
| October Best | 24°C 76°F | 16°C 61°F | 39 mm of rain | Warm and dry |
| November | 19°C 66°F | 12°C 54°F | 71 mm of rain | Mild and dry |
| December | 14°C 58°F | 9°C 48°F | 76 mm of rain | Cool and dry |
Long-term averages from downtown Athens, 1991–2020. The weather on your dates will vary.
Flying to Athens
Farepop finds fares to Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH). These are the closest airports Farepop watches in each region, as the crow flies; with stops, the trip is longer.
| From | Closest airports |
|---|---|
| Australia | Perth 12,300 km · about 16 hours non-stop Adelaide 14,300 km · about 18.5 hours non-stop |
| New Zealand | Queenstown 17,000 km · about 22 hours non-stop Christchurch 17,300 km · about 22 hours non-stop |
| United States | Boston 4,700 mi · about 10 hours non-stop New York 4,900 mi · about 10.5 hours non-stop |
| Canada | Montréal 7,600 km · about 10 hours non-stop Toronto 8,100 km · about 10.5 hours non-stop |
| United Kingdom | London 1,500 mi · about 3.5 hours non-stop East Midlands 1,600 mi · about 3.5 hours non-stop |
| Europe | Naples 890 km · about 1.5 hours non-stop Rome 1,100 km · about 2 hours non-stop |
How Farepop finds cheap flights to Athens
Compared with the usual price
Every fare is compared with what the same route usually costs for the same trip length and dates. Around busy holidays we use quieter neighbouring months, so a peak price never passes for a saving.
At least 25% below
A deal is at least 25% below the usual price for those dates, and a good fare at least 20%. Full-service airlines selling at budget prices, and travel agents undercutting the airline, are labelled as such.
Checked twice, then again
Fares are checked again on their exact dates before you hear about them, and regularly after. Ones that no longer qualify are withdrawn.
You book direct
Farepop doesn't sell tickets. Tap a deal and book with the airline or travel site; always check the final price, baggage and conditions before you pay.
The full rules are in our savings methodology.
Athens: questions
When is the best time to visit Athens?
For the weather, from April to May and from September to October, when daytime highs average around 25°C. These are long-term averages from downtown Athens, 1991–2020.
Does it rain a lot in Athens?
Athens has no distinct wet season. December is usually the wettest month, with about 76 mm of rain.
Which airport do you fly into for Athens?
Farepop finds fares to Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH).
How can I find cheap flights to Athens?
Be flexible with your dates and let the fares come to you. Farepop watches flights from your home airports and alerts you when a trip to Athens costs at least 25% less than it usually does for those dates, so you can book before the fare goes.
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