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Cheapest round-trip
$728
Typical prices: $641-$940
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DTW - ATH • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$272
Typical prices: $350-$510
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DTW - ATH • 2 stops
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Cheapest • from $740 (round-trip)
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Cheapest • Avg $762 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 11h 54m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Detroit to Athens (DTW-ATH)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Detroit to Athens that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Detroit to Athens

Mon, Aug 3 - Fri, Nov 6
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KAYAK's insights & trends for Detroit to Athens flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Detroit to Athens to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

How much is a round-trip flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Athens?

This analysis is based on the cheapest round-trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Athens departing in August.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Athens?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Athens, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Athens is January, where tickets cost $613 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are June and July, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $1,358 and $1,121 respectively.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Athens?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Athens, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Athens, you should book around 2 weeks before departure, which saves you about 6% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 11 weeks before departure.

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Low seasonNovember
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Best time to beat the crowds with an average 27% drop in price.
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When to book flights from Detroit to Athens

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Detroit to Athens based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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FAQs for booking Detroit to Athens flights

  • Which actions do I need to undertake in order to board the earliest flight departing from Detroit to Athens?

    If you decide to spend the night near DTW Airport, you can easily catch an early-morning flight from Detroit to Athens. Choosing to stay at the Wyndham Garden Romulus Detroit Metro Airport Hotel would be beneficial since it is located just an 8-minute walk away from DTW. This hotel also provides complimentary shuttle services.

  • What is the pet policy for major airlines serving flights from Detroit to Athens?

    Most major airlines serving flights from Detroit to Athens have pet policies in place that allow passengers to travel with their pets. For instance, Delta, Lufthansa, and Air France allow small dogs, cats, and other small domestic animals to travel in the cabin, provided they meet the carrier requirements. Larger animals may be transported in the cargo hold while service animals are generally permitted in the cabin free of charge.

  • Which is the most economical way to travel from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Athens International Airport (ATH)?

    If travelers want affordable airfare for a trip from DTW Airport to ATH Airport, they should consider choosing innonstop flights. Innonstop flights provide cheaper ticket options in comparison to nonstop flights. Several airlines offer innonstop flights from DTW to ATH Airport, like Delta Air Lines with layovers in Paris and Rome; United Airlines with layovers in Frankfurt, Munich, and Zurich; and Lufthansa Airlines with layovers in Frankfurt and Munich.

  • Is it convenient to reach ATH Airport late at night?

    If you arrive late at Athens International Airport (ATH) and need a place to sleep, there are a few options available for you. The most convenient option to consider is staying at Sofitel Athens Airport. This is a luxury hotel located right inside the airport terminal and offers comfortable rooms and convenient access to the airport.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Athens?

    In the last 5 days, the lowest price for a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Athens was $272 for a one-way ticket and $728 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between Detroit and Athens?

    A passport is required to fly from Detroit to Athens.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Detroit to Athens?

    We unfortunately don’t have that data for this specific route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Detroit to Athens?

    oneworld, SkyTeam, and Star Alliance are the airline alliances operating flights between Detroit and Athens, with oneworld being the most commonly used for this route.

  • What is the most popular layover when flying to Athens from Detroit?

    Istanbul is the most popular layover city among KAYAK users traveling from Detroit to Athens.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Detroit to Athens, Delta or KLM?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Detroit to Athens are Delta and KLM. With an average price for the route of $1,042 and an overall rating of 7.8, Delta is the most popular choice. KLM is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $1,089 and an overall rating of 7.8.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Detroit to Athens?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Detroit to Athens.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Detroit to Athens?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Athens from Detroit is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Detroit to Athens?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Athens with an airline and back to Detroit with another airline. Booking your flights between Detroit and ATH can sometimes prove cheaper using this method.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Detroit to Athens?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Athens from Detroit up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Athens

  • Most of the travelers flying commercially from Detroit to Athens prefer to land at Athens International Airport (ATH) instead of alternative airports close to Athens, such as Skiathos (JSI) Airport. This is because Athens, being the capital of Greece and home to ATH Airport, boasts the greatest density of business establishments in the country.
  • Parents in Detroit have the option to board flights operated by Delta, Lufthansa, or Air France and travel to Athens airports, such as ATH, for a relaxing journey. During the trip from Detroit to Athens, your children can conveniently enjoy streaming their favorite movies, TV shows, or music using the complimentary on-board internet services provided by these airlines.
  • If you book United Airlines' economy or business class, there is an opportunity to upgrade to the first-class cabin by paying a fee. Even though the fee changes periodically, it is still usually lower than a full-fare first-class ticket. As a result, you can pay less for first class from Detroit to Athens compared to booking first class directly from the start.
  • Most Detroit residents who travel to Athens via air choose to depart from DTW Airport. This is because DTW Airport, unlike nearby airports such as Windsor International Airport, acts as a major hub for numerous airlines serving DTW-ATH flight route, like Delta and Spirit airlines. This increases the chances of finding affordable tickets due to competitive pricing.
  • Upon arriving at ATH, you can select your preferred method of transportation to visit nearby cities surrounding the Airport. To reach cities like Piraeus, Rafina, Kifisia, and Glyfada from ATH Airport, you can think about utilizing a taxi, a bus, or renting a car.

Reviews of the top 5 airlines serving from Detroit to Athens

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Detroit to Athens. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from Detroit to Athens? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
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DeltaOverall score based on 8453 reviews
7.2Food
7.8Comfort
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8.5Crew
7.8Entertainment
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Everything about this flight was good except for the very end when I reached my destination. Everyone from the tune to the wheelchair escorts were great with the case were great but I miss you with people at the check in this at the very end. I need help from the chicken desk because I forgot my pillow on the plane The female worker at the chicken desk said that they found my pillow and she was going to retrieve it for me. She left a 30 minutes without any update and her so she saw me walking back and forth waiting for her and they didn't even bother calling her or radioing her for any updates. They were busy because they were behind schedule and they were overwhelmed but thanks because at least glanced me and try to give me an update just a quick radio check or phone call. I don't care about the pillow but if you tell me to wait, I waited for at least half an hour before I said something and I just left because they wouldn't bother talking to me so I could, so everything's going in the review. I took pictures of the two men that were left working at the check-in counter. The totally ignored me despite the signals I've been giving them. I don't see any offers in the kayak review to add pictures or screenshots so I'm going to post another review I don't know their name but I'm pretty sure Delta will find other names when they see the review. Google with pictures. There was another guy at the chicken counter bring an orange workers vest who finally left after telling me that the girl that was retrieving my pillow is working the gates now. That would have been if they just told me that's what happened. But I had no update. Make me wait for nothing. Thank you Delta airlines!

6.0 GoodNghia, Jun 2026
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Everything about this flight was good except for the very end when I reached my destination. Everyone from the tune to the wheelchair escorts were great with the case were great but I miss you with people at the check in this at the very end. I need help from the chicken desk because I forgot my pillow on the plane The female worker at the chicken desk said that they found my pillow and she was going to retrieve it for me. She left a 30 minutes without any update and her so she saw me walking back and forth waiting for her and they didn't even bother calling her or radioing her for any updates. They were busy because they were behind schedule and they were overwhelmed but thanks because at least glanced me and try to give me an update just a quick radio check or phone call. I don't care about the pillow but if you tell me to wait, I waited for at least half an hour before I said something and I just left because they wouldn't bother talking to me so I could, so everything's going in the review. I took pictures of the two men that were left working at the check-in counter. The totally ignored me despite the signals I've been giving them. I don't see any offers in the kayak review to add pictures or screenshots so I'm going to post another review I don't know their name but I'm pretty sure Delta will find other names when they see the review. Google with pictures. There was another guy at the chicken counter bring an orange workers vest who finally left after telling me that the girl that was retrieving my pillow is working the gates now. That would have been if they just told me that's what happened. But I had no update. Make me wait for nothing. Thank you Delta airlines!

Crew was real good, flight was smooth and came in early.

Should never have had to go to Detroit from Orlando back to Tennessee!

Free & relatively fast Wi-Fi. Would've liked a wider drink selection.

Smooth flight. Left on time, and got in 15 minutes early. Onboard video was great

Everything went smoothly, although the usual gripes about airline travel were still present: the boarding process is inefficient, the snack selection is limited, and so on. Since there was extra space on the flight, the gate agent rearranged many people's seats to put people on the aisles and windows, leaving the middle seats empty, as much as possible, which was pretty great.

Boarding was good. The flight was on time ( arrival was 20 minutes early). Inflight service was average ( US airlines have not mastered the skills of customer service yet). The food was mediocre. “ breakfast “ was downright awful and insulting. It was a piece of dough with mon descript filling that was supposed to be cheese omelette).

Miserable. This entire round trip was miserable. I booked evening flights to and from Detroit on consecutive days that should have had me at my destination by 10:30. Instead I arrived after 3am on my flight to Detroit and after midnight on my return. Multiple unforced errors like awaiting bags to get put on the plane for almost an hour in Detroit and a 20 minute delay to pull up to the gate in Atlanta has me rethinking my assumption that delta is the best and most reliable airline

Only issue was with seating. The economy fare we purchased did say there was no guarantee the three people in our party would be seated together, and we were not. At the gate, the agent told us more specifically, the fare we purchased meant we would be seated in middle seats only. This should just be made more obvious.

Another smooth and friendly flight. For a shorter flight, it was a pleasant surprise to see a decent snack and complimentary drinks.

To get to jet blue at JFK from any connecting flight you have to go through security again.

Amazing! One of the best kept secrets in air travel!

We fly Bussines class and we didn’t feel like it is. Out luggage didn’t arrive and we have to return again next day from our hotel to airport to get them. Still waiting. No information from Turkish airlines Very poor customer service I think booking through kayak it was wrong decision

delayed to take off from detroit by 3 hours lost baggage in istanbul and now in venice without baggage

short flight but we still got a very nice lunch and the crew did an excellent job in taking care of us

Our flight was delayed for one hour is their a credit?

Turkish Airline canceled our tickets in the very last minute, with our luggage and everything else, all prepared and good to go. It’s clear that they sold the tickets for better money to someone else. Bad, Bad, Bad business!!!

Was an excellent experience I have been flying Turkish Airlines for 5 years and always will

We had a flight from Ny to ist and ist to Athens. Our flight was landed late to the Istanbul due to weather conditions and we couldn’t make the next flight to Athens. Turkish airlines transferred us to Aegen airlines for our ist to ath flights and told us they will transfer our luggages. However when we arrived Athens there was no luggage’s and I was traveling with two little kids. This was horrible experiences. Our ath flights was also early morning and we had to wait until 5pm for the next flight with two kids at the airport and they haven’t provided any hotel or food to us. We paid hotel with our own expense and also for food. That’s was horrible experience. I am very disappointed.

It was a quick flight, and it was fine. The only thing was my seats wouldn’t recline because I was in the last row. It was a 1am flight so that made it hard to sleep. But otherwise it was fine.

The flight was delayed by a hour and I wish they had communicated it sooner. No issues on the plane, it did take a while for food to come.

This flight is a quick way to get to Chicago, but a bit expensive.

Did not like that we couldn't complete check in on-line without providing pictures of our passports. Worry about identity theft. We had no delays and boarding was handled In an efficient manner.

We got delayed three hours and nobody thought to have the bathroom fixed while we were sitting waiting to board? took a full hour to have maintenance come and check it off. Had to shut the bathroom down twice so that the pilots could go to the bathroom. Everyone missed their connections.

Not good - outbound flight was delayed and missed my connection even though I got to the gate after running through the airport - the agent would not let me on because the door was closed (flight had not left). There was no notification from United - overall experience was very disappointing. Additionally, I was downgraded from first class to coach on the alternative flight

I liked that the flight was nonstop from ORD to CIU for $200 round trip.

United needs to figure out its Economy PLUS standards; its better than economy but that's not saying much. It seems like United stripped away all the basics for an international flight (such as In Seat entertainment) and repackaged some of them as plus. Would not fly United internationally again.

Some sort of compensation for missing work because of a cancelled flight that was United’s fault

I was told we'd have a hot breakfast option in first class, so I chose not get a hot breakfast. It was a very strange meal, but the fresh fruit was very good quality. Service was excellent from ORD to ELP. No service from MBS to ORD, not even water. However, when flying American from FNT to ORD, which is a shorter flight, they at least pass out snacks and offer water.

Staff friendly and app worked really well. Modest delays were frustrating

The flight was comfortable and the staff were helpful and friendly. However, we did not know we were flying PAL until we arrived in Canada, so it was a bit disconcerting. In addition, which port we were leaving from was confusing.

I would like to get my money back. I flight was 4 hours late on the way to detroit, And same on my way back to Brussels they cancelled my flight and give me an other ticket and i had to wait 5 hours.

The service to/from the airport/plane (wheelchair assistance for my mother in law) was exceptional. The staff was super friendly and courteous. The staff on the plane was also very nice. The food quality could have been better (mashed chicken sandwich).

They had the small delay so they thought I wouldn't make my connection and they canceled my whole flight from the connection onwards even though I made it to the connection I was there on the boarding but I couldn't board to my next flight because the airline company canceled my flight before I even got to the second airport They didn't help in arranging a new flight they told me I could put a claim somewhere at some point which made my frustration even worse no hotel was allocated no notification of any kind and all I heard was the sentence we are not responsible we didn't cancel it someone else is responsible go look for it

Good flight, slightly cramped as the seats are very close together

Unfortunately your planes need maintenance. I am surprised your bathroom in business class was not working in 8 hour flight. Coffee machine was broken. Seat adjustment panel was bad. I will stay away from Air Canada in future travel.

It was a small plane and difficult to put my carry-on bag in the overhead compartment. The crew was awesome and boarding was good.

The overall experience was very good and the flight left early. The checkin process was efficient and the staff was helpful and courteous. Of course, the room between seats could always be a little bigger.....

The layover in Montreal in the lounge was long and nothing special.

The fact that you are sending me a survey asking me about a connection that was missed speaks to the level customer service that was present throughout this trip.

Lufthansa has a bag policy unique to Lufthansa. We all had a small carry on and a backpack (personal item) that we carried with us through multiple other connecting flights, no problem. With Lufthansa we were charged 80 euros each for the carry on at the gate, for this one flight. When asked they said they made an announcement… problem being that we had just arrived to the gate from a connecting flight and didn’t hear an announcement. While we were standing at the counter paying the ridiculous fee several other people were stopped, while countless others boarded with the same type of luggage and were not stopped. Crazy. Good news though, when we got on the plane half of the overhead bins were empty! After an already horrible experience the lady at the counter was also terrible, so that helped round things out.

Even after a delay, getting off the ground, thanks for keeping me safe, the airline made certain that my connecting flight was rebooked to get me to my final destination. It was actually rebooked twice, and my luggage still managed to meet me. The airline gave me a credit for food and beverage to be used at the airport vendors, regretfully, the credit did not transfer to my final boarding pass. Oh, well…

Luggage transfer in Chicago was not performed in time. I received my luggage at my destination two days later.

Delayed over 2 hours. Bring your own snacks or prepare to pay. No entertainment and no plug plugs for charging.

Boarding delayed 1.5 hours. Ended up sick because of all the delays and lines waiting around airport and boarding.

They failed to make sure all luggage made it onto the flight. I had to spend a week on vacation with no clothes.

No internet for most of the flight. Very narrow seats. Food was bad. Flight was nearly an hour late with perfect weather, crew offered no explanation or compensation.

Gate agent required us to check our perfectly legal carry on bags due to a supposed lack of overhead space. After seating, we saw nothing but empty space in our seating area. This caused luggage to miss connection in Athens, and we had no bags in Mykonos. Totally avoidable and unacceptable. My last U A flight !

I missed my connection. Lufthansa did a great job helping me get a new flight. My luggage arrived on the same plane as I did. That was astonishing.

Food was mediocre. In flight entertainment lacked live TV. Crew was fantastic. Plane very comfortable if a bit worn.

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