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Cheap flights to Greece

Greece combines ancient history in Athens with world-famous islands such as Santorini. Athens International is the main gateway and the usual connecting point for island flights, while ferries link the mainland with the Cyclades.

Cheap airfare to Greece is mostly about timing and flexibility. Compare fares across airlines and nearby airports, shift your dates a few days either way, and book when the price looks right.

Airports in Greece

ATH Athens International Eleftherios Venizelos · AthensSKG Thessaloniki Makedonia · ThessalonikiJTR Santorini (Thira) · Santorini

Aegean Airlines is Greece's largest airline and a Star Alliance member. Several major US airlines serve Athens, mainly in the warmer months, along with many European carriers.

Cheap flights to cities in Greece

The Acropolis hill rising above the city of Athens
Greece

Cheap flights to Athens

Airport: ATH

Whitewashed houses and bougainvillea on the Santorini caldera cliffs
Greece

Cheap flights to Santorini

Airport: JTR

When airfare to Greece is cheapest

Fares are usually lower in the shoulder seasons (April to May and late September to October). July and August are peak season, and many island flights are seasonal.

Tips for cheaper flights to Greece

Frequently asked questions

What is the main airport in Greece?

Athens International Airport (ATH) is the country's main international gateway.

When is the cheapest time to fly to Greece?

Spring and autumn shoulder seasons usually offer better fares than July and August.

How do I get to the Greek islands?

Most travelers fly into Athens, then take a short domestic flight or a ferry from the ports of Piraeus or Rafina.