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Cheapest round-trip
$162
Typical prices: $179-$274
Sky Express
Wed 11/21Thu 11/29
ATH - FRA • Non-stop
Cheapest one-way
$71
Typical prices: $106-$214
Sky Express
Fri 12/14
ATH - FRA • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
You can fly direct with Lufthansa, Aegean Airlines and Sky Express. Average duration is 3h 03m
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Most punctual • 83% on-time
Best time • Fewest delays
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Our data shows that travelers who book at least 25 weeks in advance save around 11% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 20% price drop
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Cheapest • Avg $191 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 7h 10m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Athens to Frankfurt am Main (ATH-FRA)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Athens to Frankfurt am Main

Sat, Nov 21 - Sun, Nov 29
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11:15 am - 1:25 pmATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-FRA Frankfurt am Main
3h 10mnonstop
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2:25 pm - 6:10 pmFRA  Frankfurt am Main-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
2h 45mnonstop
$162Sky Express
Sat, Nov 21 - Sat, Nov 28
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11:15 am - 1:25 pmATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-FRA Frankfurt am Main
3h 10mnonstop
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2:25 pm - 6:10 pmFRA  Frankfurt am Main-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
2h 45mnonstop
$164Sky Express
Wed, Jan 13 - Tue, Jan 19
Multiple Airlines Logo
7:10 pm - 10:15 amATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-FRA Frankfurt am Main
16h 05m1 stop Bucharest Otopeni Intl
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2:55 pm - 6:40 pmFRA  Frankfurt am Main-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
2h 45mnonstop
$164Multiple Airlines
Fri, Dec 11 - Mon, Dec 14
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11:15 am - 1:25 pmATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-FRA Frankfurt am Main
3h 10mnonstop
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5:30 pm - 9:20 pmFRA  Frankfurt am Main-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
2h 50mnonstop
$165Multiple Airlines
Fri, Feb 12 - Fri, Feb 19
Multiple Airlines Logo
7:20 pm - 10:15 amATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-FRA Frankfurt am Main
15h 55m1 stop Bucharest Otopeni Intl
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2:25 pm - 6:10 pmFRA  Frankfurt am Main-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
2h 45mnonstop
$165Multiple Airlines
Thu, Nov 26 - Tue, Dec 1
Sky Express Logo
11:15 am - 1:25 pmATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-FRA Frankfurt am Main
3h 10mnonstop
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2:55 pm - 6:40 pmFRA  Frankfurt am Main-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
2h 45mnonstop
$196Sky Express
Thu, Jan 14 - Mon, Jan 18
Aegean Airlines Logo
4:00 pm - 6:00 pmATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-FRA Frankfurt am Main
3h 00mnonstop
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11:10 am - 3:00 pmFRA  Frankfurt am Main-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
2h 50mnonstop
$211Aegean Airlines
Fri, Apr 16 - Mon, Apr 19
Aegean Airlines Logo
3:55 pm - 6:00 pmATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-FRA Frankfurt am Main
3h 05mnonstop
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6:55 pm - 10:35 pmFRA  Frankfurt am Main-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
2h 40mnonstop
$227Aegean Airlines
Mon, Dec 21 - Fri, Dec 25
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2:30 pm - 4:30 pmATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-FRA Frankfurt am Main
3h 00mnonstop
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5:30 pm - 9:20 pmFRA  Frankfurt am Main-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
2h 50mnonstop
$291Lufthansa
Mon, Dec 21 - Mon, Dec 28
Lufthansa Logo
6:45 am - 8:45 amATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-FRA Frankfurt am Main
3h 00mnonstop
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5:30 pm - 9:20 pmFRA  Frankfurt am Main-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
2h 50mnonstop
$319Lufthansa
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Price, demand and travel trends for Athens to Frankfurt am Main Airport flights

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How much is a round-trip flight from Athens to Frankfurt am Main Airport?

Round-trip flights from Athens to Frankfurt am Main Airport typically range from $179 to $274. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $162, on Sky Express.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Athens to Frankfurt am Main Airport?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Athens to Frankfurt am Main Airport. It’s 15% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 14% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Athens to Frankfurt am Main Airport?

•January and November are the cheapest months to fly from Athens to Frankfurt am Main Airport at $179 round-trip.
•October ($279) and August ($267) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 55% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Athens to Frankfurt am Main Airport the cheapest?

Flights from Athens to Frankfurt am Main Airport are cheapest 25 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 11% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Expert advice

Expert advice for your flight from Athens to Frankfurt am Main

 
KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
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Stefanie Waldek

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Jessica Macdonald

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Currently based in Scotland after living in South Africa and the United States, Jessica has been writing travel and aviation content for more than 10 years. She regularly contributes to Travel + Leisure and TripSavvy, and has had work published by Condé Nast Traveller and The Independent. She has traveled to more than 50 countries across six continents.

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Duncan Madden

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Independent aviation journalist John Walton took his first flight at eight weeks old and hasn’t stopped travelling since. A world-renowned expert in airlines and the passenger experience, he writes in depth on aviation, is a resident expert on travel in Japan and France, and offers a uniquely queer perspective on travelling the world.

Key details for Athens to Frankfurt am Main Airport flights

Low season

September

Cheapest flight

$71
Beat the crowds with an average 61% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 110% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Athens to Frankfurt am Main Airport

When to book flights from Athens to Frankfurt am Main

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Your Athens to Frankfurt am Main Airport flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Athens to Frankfurt am Main Airport?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Athens to Frankfurt am Main Airport:

    • Earliest: departs at 3:55 am and lands at 6:58 am
    • Latest: departs at 6:25 pm and lands at 9:28 pm.

    The flight takes about 3h 03m.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Athens to Frankfurt am Main Airport?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Athens to Frankfurt am Main Airport:

    • Economy Class
    • Business Class

  • How long is a flight from Athens to Frankfurt am Main Airport?

    A nonstop flight from Athens to Frankfurt am Main Airport takes 3h 03m, covering 1,128 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Athens to Frankfurt am Main Airport?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Athens to Frankfurt am Main Airport flight?

    Round-trip flights from Athens to Frankfurt am Main Airport range from $179 to $274, with an average of $223 over the past 12 months. Anything below $179 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Athens to Frankfurt am Main Airport flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) are 9% below the route average of $223. Booking late can sometimes save you money, but inventory is limited.

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Athens to Frankfurt am Main Airport?

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $191 round-trip via Belgrade Nikola Tesla (BEG), compared to $228 for nonstop.

  • How does on-time performance compare across airlines flying from Athens to Frankfurt am Main Airport?

    Sky Express is slightly above the route average for timely arrivals, while Lufthansa has a lower on-time arrival rate. On-time arrival rates on Athens to Frankfurt am Main Airport flights are:

    • Sky Express: 83% on time
    • Lufthansa: 81% on time
    • Aegean Airlines: 79% on time

    Overall, flights on this route are punctual 81% of the time on average.

  • What is the standard checked-bag allowance on flights from Athens to Frankfurt am Main Airport?

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $29–$100 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Athens to Frankfurt am Main Airport?

    The Airbus A320neo family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Sky Express and Aegean Airlines. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A321neo variants.

  • How are flight departures from Athens to Frankfurt am Main Airport spread across the day?

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Athens to Frankfurt am Main Airport flights, with 51% of flights leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 33%, evening flights for 16%, and night flights for 0%.

  • Have flight prices from Athens to Frankfurt am Main Airport changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $162 to $1,261. That means the highest observed fare was about 8x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Athens to Frankfurt am Main Airport looking right now?

    One-way fares from Athens to Frankfurt am Main Airport are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $81, which is 46% below the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA)?

    Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $48 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Wheego
    • Alamo
    • Europcar
    • Enterprise Rent-A-Car
    • Hertz

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Athens to Frankfurt am Main Airport?

    Flights from Athens to Frankfurt am Main Airport usually depart from Athens Eleftherios V. (ATH) and arrive at Frankfurt am Main (FRA).

  • What time of day has the fewest delays on flights from Athens to Frankfurt am Main Airport?

    Night flights have the fewest delays on this route, while afternoon departures tend to have the most.

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed from Athens to Frankfurt am Main Airport?

    A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Athens to Frankfurt am Main Airport route, 19% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 1h 37m.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Athens to Frankfurt am Main Airport pass through?

    One-stop flights from Athens to Frankfurt am Main Airport most commonly connect through:

    • Belgrade Nikola Tesla (BEG) - 33% of one-stop connections
    • Istanbul (IST) - 33% of one-stop connections
    • Bucharest Otopeni Intl (OTP) - 33% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Athens to Frankfurt am Main Airport?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 26% on flights from Athens to Frankfurt am Main Airport. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $190 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $256, a difference of $66.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • What airlines fly from Athens to Frankfurt am Main Airport?

    3 airlines operate flights between Athens and Frankfurt am Main Airport. The airlines offering nonstop flights on this route include:

    • Lufthansa
    • Aegean Airlines
    • Sky Express

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Athens to Frankfurt am Main Airport?

    Flying via Belgrade Nikola Tesla (BEG) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 5h 12m, compared with 7h 10m via Istanbul (IST) and 11h via Bucharest Otopeni Intl (OTP).

  • What is the time difference between Athens and Frankfurt am Main Airport?

    Frankfurt am Main Airport is 1 hour behind Athens (Central European Time vs Eastern European Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Frankfurt am Main Airport?

    Some of the most popular sights in Frankfurt am Main Airport are Römerberg, Konstablerwache and Oper Frankfurt. These are among the most viewed places in Frankfurt am Main Airport on KAYAK.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Athens to Frankfurt am Main Airport flights?

    Among airlines operating Athens to Frankfurt am Main Airport flights:

    • Lufthansa: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
    • Aegean Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection

    Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Athens to Frankfurt am Main Airport flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • Sky Express: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • Lufthansa: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • Aegean Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class

    Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

Your guide to booking Athens to Frankfurt am Main Airport flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Tuesday departure and avoid flying on Sunday. On this route, Tuesday flights average $190, about $66 less than Sunday fares (26% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 25 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 11% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Athens to Frankfurt am Main Airport trip for January. Fares historically average $179 round-trip in that month - typically $100 less than the most expensive month, which is October (based on the last 12 months).
  • For the best chance of arriving on time, fly with Sky Express. Over the past three months, 83% of Sky Express flights from Athens to Frankfurt am Main Airport arrived on time, slightly above the route average of 81%. When flights on this route arrive late, they're delayed by an average of 1h 37m, so choosing an airline with strong on-time performance can make a difference if you're on a tight schedule.
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Belgrade Nikola Tesla Airport (BEG) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $191 round-trip on this route - about $36 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Frankfurt am Main Airport.

    • Intercityhotel Frankfurt Airport Terminal 3
    • Meininger Hotel Frankfurt/Main Flughafen
    • Holiday Inn Frankfurt Airport By IHG

Prefer to fly direct from Athens to Frankfurt am Main?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from Athens Eleftherios V. Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Athens Eleftherios V. to Frankfurt am Main

Monday

Aegean Airlines,Lufthansa,Sky Express

Aegean Airlines,Lufthansa, +1 more

Tuesday

Aegean Airlines,Lufthansa,Sky Express

Aegean Airlines,Lufthansa, +1 more

Wednesday

Aegean Airlines,Lufthansa,Sky Express

Aegean Airlines,Lufthansa, +1 more

Thursday

Aegean Airlines,Lufthansa,Sky Express

Aegean Airlines,Lufthansa, +1 more

Friday

Aegean Airlines,Lufthansa,Sky Express

Aegean Airlines,Lufthansa, +1 more

Saturday

Aegean Airlines,Lufthansa,Sky Express

Aegean Airlines,Lufthansa, +1 more

Sunday

Aegean Airlines,Lufthansa,Sky Express

Aegean Airlines,Lufthansa, +1 more

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Direct returns

Frankfurt am Main to Athens Eleftherios V.

Monday

Aegean Airlines,Lufthansa,Sky Express

Aegean Airlines,Lufthansa, +1 more

Tuesday

Aegean Airlines,Lufthansa,Sky Express

Aegean Airlines,Lufthansa, +1 more

Wednesday

Aegean Airlines,Lufthansa,Sky Express

Aegean Airlines,Lufthansa, +1 more

Thursday

Aegean Airlines,Lufthansa,Sky Express

Aegean Airlines,Lufthansa, +1 more

Friday

Aegean Airlines,Lufthansa,Sky Express

Aegean Airlines,Lufthansa, +1 more

Saturday

Aegean Airlines,Lufthansa,Sky Express

Aegean Airlines,Lufthansa, +1 more

Sunday

Aegean Airlines,Lufthansa,Sky Express

Aegean Airlines,Lufthansa, +1 more

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