Cheap flights from Sydney to Athens from $486

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sydney to Athens (average of $1,191). Flying from Sydney to Athens in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,525). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

• What airports serve Sydney to Athens?

  You’ll have plenty of choices of airlines when flying to Athens from Sydney, and they all operate between the same departure and final arrival airports. You’ll depart from Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport (SYD) in the Mascot suburb, which is roughly 8 km from the city centre. This will take about 15min to drive, or you can take the N20 bus, which is about a 30min trip. It’s the busiest airport in Australia and has all the modern amenities for international travellers. In Athens, you’ll land at Athens International Airport Eleftherios Venizelos (ATH), which is the busiest in the Greek capital. The airport is 35 km from the centre of the city, and the most convenient way to travel there is to take Metro Line 3, roughly a 40min trip.

• Which airlines fly directly from Sydney to Athens?

  Unfortunately, there are no direct flights to Athens from Sydney. Most flights make one stop in between, while a few make two layovers. Dubai International Airport (DXB) is the one-stop layover airport for all airlines flying this route. The two-stop trips either go via Jakarta and Istanbul or to Singapore and then to Amsterdam, before landing at Athens International Airport Eleftherios Venizelos. Qantas, Emirates Airlines and Turkish Airlines service most of the routes, with a few operated by Singapore Airlines handing over to KLM for the final leg of the journey.

• What are the layover options between Sydney to Athens?

  The costs of travelling from Sydney to Athens can vary quite widely, whether you choose a one-stop or two-stop route. Look for one-stop flights that you can book at a lower price through Cheapflights. An example is the Qatar Airways flight that makes a stop at Doha Hamad International Airport (DOH), of no longer than about 2h, before flying on to Athens International. Another is the Emirates Airlines route via Dubai International Airport, which is a about a 5h 30min layover. More expensive one-stop flights are operated by Qantas, again via Dubai. Turkish Airlines operates most of the two-stop flights, flying from Sydney to Jakarta Soekarno-Hatta International (CGK) and then to Istanbul, before the final leg to Athens International Airport Eleftherios Venizelos. Another option is to fly Singapore Airlines to Singapore Changi Airport (SIN), then to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS) before changing to KLM to fly to Athens.

• Do I need a passport or visa to fly from Sydney to Athens?

  Australian citizens don’t need a visa to visit Greece for tourist purposes. You may stay for up to 90 days over a six-month timeframe, as long as your passport is valid for three months from when you enter the country. If you want to stay for longer, you’ll need a standard Schengen visa and an ETIAS authorisation. The ETIAS is valid for five years and allows unlimited entry during this period.

• Can I find flights from Sydney to Athens for under $1,600 on Cheapflights?

  Yes, there are multiple flights from Sydney to Athens for under $1,600. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Scoot for just $1,564, but on average you can expect to pay $1,706.

• What are the cheapest airlines flying from Sydney to Athens round-trip?

  Cheapflights users have booked flights from Sydney to Athens round-trip from $1,564. Another airline that can offer you cheap pricing is Etihad Airways. You may be able to fly from Sydney to Athens for 27% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

• What are the most popular airlines that fly from Sydney to Athens?

  Air Canada, Air France and British Airways are the most popular airlines when flying from Sydney to Athens.

• What does SYD to ATH mean?

  These are just IATA (International Air Transport Association) codes. They are used in aviation to identify and differentiate airports. That’s why a Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport to Athens Eleftherios V. Airport flight would often be abbreviated as a SYD to ATH flight.

• Where are the most common stopover locations when flying from Sydney to Athens?

  Sydney to Athens flights have a stopover in Singapore most often. Doha follows Singapore in terms of the most common stopover location on Sydney to Athens flights. Dubai comes in third as the most popular stopover location on Sydney to Athens flights.

• What are some popular things to do or see while on a stopover in Singapore?

  If you're on a stopover in Singapore and looking for things to do, consider visiting Sentosa, Fort Canning Park, or Marina Square. Travellers on a stopover Singapore can visit Sentosa, Fort Canning Park, and Marina Square, by traveling 21.6 km, 17.3 km, and 16.4 km, respectively after landing at Singapore Changi. Those on a stopover in Singapore in need of a car hire can book one at Singapore Changi for about $99.

• What are points of interest worth seeing during a stopover in Dubai?

  If you're on a stopover in Dubai and looking for things to do, consider visiting Gold Souq, Dubai Mall, or Burj Khalifa. Travelers on a layover in Dubai can visit Gold Souq, Dubai Mall, and Burj Khalifa, by traveling 6.8 km, 10.5 km, and 11.0 km, respectively after landing at Dubai Intl. Travellers can book a car hire at Dubai Intl for about $33 per day to make their sightseeing more efficient.

• Where are the least popular stopover locations for Sydney to Athens flights?

  Sydney to Athens flights that have stopovers will least frequently stop in Kuala Lumpur. Melbourne sees the next fewest stopovers on Sydney to Athens flights. Melbourne is followed by Istanbul in terms of the least popular stopover location for Sydney to Athens flights.

• Can I find deals for flights from Sydney to Athens that include extra baggage allowance?

  The amount of baggage you can bring on your Sydney to Athens flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

• Can I find deals on flights from Sydney to Athens with specific airlines?

  Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Sydney to Athens flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

• Can I find deals for flights from Sydney to Athens that include hotel bookings?

  Yes. In addition to deals on Sydney to Athens flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

• How can I find direct flights from Sydney to Athens?

  After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Sydney to Athens.

• Can I find deals for business class flights from Sydney to Athens?

  Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Sydney to Athens by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

• Can I find deals for flights from Sydney to Athens that allow pets onboard?

  Many airlines flying from Sydney to Athens offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

• Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Sydney to Athens?

  Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Sydney to Athens flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

• How recently were the Sydney to Athens flight deals updated?

  The Sydney to Athens flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 16/5.