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Cheap flights from Melbourne to Athens from $586

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 4/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — ATH
17 Apr — 24 Apr1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Melbourne to Athens Eleftherios V. are usually found in March or February, booked 89 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Saturday and return on a Saturday

Cheap flight deals from Melbourne to Athens

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Melbourne (ME1) to Athens (ATH). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 12 April 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,284

One-way from

$586

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$1,996
Air China
  • Air China
  • 15/6-11/8
  • 3 total stops
  • 73h 30m total
  • Melbourne to Athens
Scoot
  • Scoot
  • 4/9
  • 1 total stop
  • 26h 40m total
  • Melbourne to Athens
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 10% potential increase in price ($382 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($105 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in April 2025

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Cheapest flights from Melbourne to Athens
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Melbourne to Athens. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 12 April 2025.

Sun 15/620:00MEL - ATH
2 stops32h 10mMultiple Airlines
Mon 11/814:15ATH - MEL
1 stop41h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/4$1,284
Sun 11/506:00AVV - ATH
2 stops33h 40mMultiple Airlines
Sun 18/509:55ATH - AVV
2 stops29h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/4$1,316
Wed 17/920:00MEL - ATH
1 stop43h 20mAir China
Fri 3/1014:15ATH - MEL
1 stop41h 20mAir China
Deal found 11/4$1,398
Mon 28/421:30MEL - ATH
1 stop42h 10mScoot
Fri 2/509:55ATH - MEL
1 stop27h 20mScoot
Deal found 11/4$1,441
Fri 26/1205:55MEL - ATH
1 stop39h 20mEtihad Airways
Fri 13/206:35ATH - MEL
1 stop36h 50mEtihad Airways
Deal found 11/4$1,695
Mon 14/721:20MEL - ATH
2 stops42h 35mTurkish Airlines
Mon 25/803:55ATH - MEL
2 stops32h 30mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 11/4$1,766
Wed 8/1000:35MEL - ATH
1 stop40h 05mSingapore Airlines
Fri 24/1009:55ATH - MEL
1 stop40h 55mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 11/4$1,784
Tue 29/422:45MEL - ATH
1 stop26h 45mQatar Airways
Sat 31/520:00ATH - MEL
1 stop20h 10mQatar Airways
Deal found 10/4$1,804
Tue 28/1010:35MEL - ATH
2 stops37h 15mSWISS
Tue 18/1107:05ATH - MEL
2 stops42h 45mSWISS
Deal found 11/4$1,876

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Melbourne to Athens that are best for you.

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Melbourne

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Athens

Route

Depart

Return

Price

MelbourneAthens

MEL - ATH

MELATH

Melbourne

Sun 15/6

20:00-21:10

2 stops32h 10m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Mon 11/8

14:15-14:35

1 stop41h 20m

$1,284

MelbourneAthens

AVV - ATH

AVVATH

Melbourne Avalon

Sun 11/5

06:00-08:40

2 stops33h 40m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Sun 18/5

09:55-22:50

2 stops29h 55m

$1,316

MelbourneAthens

MEL - ATH

MELATH

Melbourne

Wed 17/9

20:00-08:20

1 stop43h 20m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Fri 3/10

14:15-14:35

1 stop41h 20m

$1,398

MelbourneAthens

MEL - ATH

MELATH

Melbourne

Mon 28/4

21:30-08:40

1 stop42h 10m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Fri 2/5

09:55-20:15

1 stop27h 20m

$1,441

MelbourneAthens

MEL - ATH

MELATH

Melbourne

Sat 9/8

17:10-12:50

1 stop26h 40m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Wed 3/9

07:20-03:10

1 stop36h 50m

$1,734

MelbourneAthens

MEL - ATH

MELATH

Melbourne

Mon 14/7

21:20-08:55

2 stops42h 35m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Mon 25/8

03:55-19:25

2 stops32h 30m

$1,766

MelbourneAthens

MEL - ATH

MELATH

Melbourne

Wed 8/10

00:35-08:40

1 stop40h 05m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Fri 24/10

09:55-10:50

1 stop40h 55m

$1,784

MelbourneAthens

MEL - ATH

MELATH

Melbourne

Tue 29/4

22:45-18:30

1 stop26h 45m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Sat 31/5

20:00-23:10

1 stop20h 10m

$1,804

MelbourneAthens

MEL - ATH

MELATH

Melbourne

Thu 4/9

13:00-08:40

1 stop26h 40m

$586

MelbourneAthens

AVV - ATH

AVVATH

Melbourne Avalon

Tue 27/5

06:00-08:40

2 stops33h 40m

$621

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Best time to book a flight from Melbourne to Athens

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Athens from Melbourne with our price prediction graph.
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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Melbourne to Athens

How far ahead should I book a flight from Melbourne to Athens?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Melbourne to Athens. Price data was last updated on 4 April 2025.

Booking 89 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Melbourne to Athens. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Melbourne to Athens?

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to Athens (average of $1,211). Flying from Melbourne to Athens in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,699). 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 is the cheapest time of day to fly from MEL to ATH?

Find hourly flight availability from Melbourne to Athens. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 12 April 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Melbourne to Athens at midday. By choosing this option you can save up to 15% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the afternoon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Melbourne to Athens?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Melbourne to Athens. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Melbourne to Athens flight should consider departing on Saturday at midday when fares are most often at their lowest. Wednesday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Rainfall in Athens by month

Plan your trip to Athens by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Athens ranges from 5.0 - 64.0 inches per month. December is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 64.0 mm. July is typically the driest time to visit Athens when rainfall is around 5.0 mm.

Temperature in Athens by month

Plan your trip to Athens by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Athens, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 28.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 10.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Athens

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Athens. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Athens. Reviews last updated 12 April 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Singapore Airlines, Austrian Airlines and Qantas Airways from Melbourne to Athens to help guide your decision. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.7

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Ketan,Nov 2024

SEA - SIN

Sin to amd was not good flight. Food was bad. It was like few days old.

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.7

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Ketan,Nov 2024

SEA - SIN

Sin to amd was not good flight. Food was bad. It was like few days old.

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.7

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Ketan,Nov 2024

SEA - SIN

Sin to amd was not good flight. Food was bad. It was like few days old.

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.7

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Ketan,Nov 2024

SEA - SIN

Sin to amd was not good flight. Food was bad. It was like few days old.

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.7

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Ketan,Nov 2024

SEA - SIN

Sin to amd was not good flight. Food was bad. It was like few days old.

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.7

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Ketan,Nov 2024

SEA - SIN

Sin to amd was not good flight. Food was bad. It was like few days old.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Melbourne to Athens. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Athens from Melbourne?

    For a flight from Melbourne to Athens, you will be flying into Eleftherios V.. Athens Eleftherios V. (ATH) is just 19.7 km from the centre vof the city. Eleftherios V. is the only Athens airport and it handles 0 inbound flights from Melbourne per day. 15 airlines have flights to Athens Eleftherios V. from Melbourne on a regular basis.

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

    According to our current data, Air China ($1,398), Scoot ($1,441), and Etihad Airways ($1,734) offers the cheapest pricing from Melbourne to Athens. Air China is priced at 34% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Melbourne to Athens one-way?

    The cheapet airlines for a one-way flight from Melbourne to Athens are Scoot ($586), Turkish Airlines ($954), and Juneyao Airlines ($1,004).

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

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

    Sentosa, Merlion, and Boat Quay are the most popular attractions in Singapore if you're in need of something to do during your stopover. Sentosa, Merlion and Boat Quay are located about 21.6 km, 16.9 km, and 17.3 km, respectively from Singapore Changi if you are interested in checking them out. Travellers in need of a car in Singapore can hire one for about $138 per day.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Melbourne 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.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Melbourne to Athens?

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to Athens (average of $1,211). Flying from Melbourne to Athens in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,699). 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.

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ScootCheapest$947Average$1,615FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Air ChinaCheapest$1,018Average$1,388FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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LufthansaCheapest$1,394Average$2,119FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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China EasternCheapest$1,522Average$1,929FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapest$1,613Average$2,007FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest$1,622Average$2,030FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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SWISSCheapest$1,644Average$2,239FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest$1,681Average$2,290FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,794Average$2,399FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$1,822Average$2,398FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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