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These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Athens to Thera:

• Earliest: departs at 6:00 am and lands at 6:52 am
• Latest: departs at 11:40 pm and lands at 12:32 am.

The flight takes about 52m.

Two cabin classes are available on flights from Athens to Thera:

• Economy Class
• Business Class

A nonstop flight from Athens to Thera takes 52m, covering 136 miles.

No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need a real ID-compliant driver's license, a state ID or another TSA-accepted form of identification.

Round-trip flights from Athens to Thera range from $104 to $159, with an average of $130 over the past 12 months. Anything below $104 counts as a good deal.

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 14% above the $130 route average. Book 7 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

On this route, nonstop flights are cheaper than layover options on average. Nonstop fares average $130 round-trip, compared to $671 via a layover through Thessaloniki Makedonia (SKG).

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

• Ryanair: 93% on time
• Sky Express: 82% on time
• Aegean Airlines: 81% on time

Overall, flights on this route are punctual 83% of the time on average.

There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $19–$100 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

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 ATR 42 / ATR 72 variants.

Morning is the busiest departure period on Athens to Thera flights, with 43% of flights leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 29%, evening flights for 21%, and night flights for 7%.

One-way fares from Athens to Thera are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $56, which is 30% below the typical average for this route.

Thera Santorini Airport (JTR) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $5 for economy cars. Top options include:

• CarQ
• Centauro
• Europcar
• ADDCAR RENTAL
• Exer Rent a Car

Flights from Athens to Thera usually depart from Athens Eleftherios V. (ATH) and arrive at Thera Santorini (JTR).

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

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 Thera route, 17% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 1h 25m.

Most connecting flights from Athens to Thera pass through Thessaloniki Makedonia (SKG), which handles 100% of one-stop traffic on this route.

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 12% on flights from Athens to Thera. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $121 round-trip on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at $137, a difference of $16.

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

3 airlines operate flights between Athens and Thera. The airlines offering nonstop flights on this route include:

• Sky Express
• Aegean Airlines
• Ryanair

Among airlines operating Athens to Thera flights:

• Aegean Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
• Sky Express: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
• Ryanair: offers free seat selection

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

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

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

Yes, baggage claim is limited to a single carousel for most flights, with two during peak hours.

Travelers can drive from central Athens to Athens International Airport. Four bus routes also connect Piraeus and Athens with the airport and the Proastiakos suburban railway provides another connection. Athens Metro Line 3 is often the simplest option. It requires a separate Athens Metro Airport Ticket, which is valid for 90 minutes after first validation.

Travelers can take a rental car, taxi or private transfer from Santorini (Thira) International Airport (JTR) to the center of Santorini in about 10 minutes. A public bus also runs from Thira Airport with regular connections to Santorini and tickets can be bought on board.

Bus service is provided between the Airport and Fira. The bus stop is located between of the departures building. Tickets can be purchased by the bus conductor.

Yes, passengers with reduced mobility and disabled passengers can receive special services at the airport if assistance is requested in advance. Dedicated staff provide ground support at the gates and counters and wheelchairs are available to help them move through the airport.