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Cheapest round-trip
$192
Typical prices: $235-$420
Pegasus Airlines, Vueling
Sun 3/25Fri 3/30
CPH - ATH • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$229
Typical prices: $240-$426
Aegean Airlines
Sun 4/29Thu 5/3
CPH - ATH • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
You can fly direct with Scandinavian Airlines and Aegean Airlines. Average duration is 3h 11m
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Avoid delays
Most punctual • 90% on-time
Best time • Fewest delays
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When to book
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 23 weeks in advance save around 25% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 25% price drop
Most popular
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Cheapest • Avg $151 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 5h 23m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Copenhagen to Athens (CPH-ATH)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Copenhagen to Athens

Thu, Mar 25 - Tue, Mar 30
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3:00 pm - 8:35 amCPH  Kastrup Copenhagen-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
16h 35m1 stop Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen
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10:15 pm - 10:35 amATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-CPH Kastrup Copenhagen
13h 20m1 stop Barcelona-El Prat
$192Multiple Airlines
Fri, Dec 4 - Mon, Dec 7
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11:15 pm - 4:20 pmCPH  Kastrup Copenhagen-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
16h 05m1 stop Warsaw Modlin
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3:50 pm - 8:50 amATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-CPH Kastrup Copenhagen
18h 00m1 stop Belgrade Nikola Tesla
$192Multiple Airlines
Mon, Dec 14 - Mon, Dec 21
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6:45 am - 9:10 amCPH  Kastrup Copenhagen-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
25h 25m2 stops Turin Citta Di Torino Tirana Rinas
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7:00 pm - 12:10 amATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-CPH Kastrup Copenhagen
6h 10m1 stop Bergamo Orio Al Serio
$192Multiple Airlines
Fri, Dec 4 - Mon, Dec 7
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11:15 pm - 4:20 pmCPH  Kastrup Copenhagen-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
16h 05m1 stop Warsaw Modlin
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8:20 am - 10:45 amATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-CPH Kastrup Copenhagen
3h 25mnonstop
$195Multiple Airlines
Sat, Mar 6 - Sun, Mar 14
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11:45 am - 10:35 amCPH  Kastrup Copenhagen-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
21h 50m1 stop Stockholm Arlanda
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7:30 pm - 10:00 pmATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-CPH Kastrup Copenhagen
3h 30mnonstop
$205Scandinavian Airlines
Thu, Apr 29 - Mon, May 3
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11:00 am - 3:15 pmCPH  Kastrup Copenhagen-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
3h 15mnonstop
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7:45 am - 10:05 amATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-CPH Kastrup Copenhagen
3h 20mnonstop
$229Aegean Airlines
Thu, Apr 29 - Sun, May 2
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11:00 am - 3:15 pmCPH  Kastrup Copenhagen-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
3h 15mnonstop
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7:45 am - 10:05 amATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-CPH Kastrup Copenhagen
3h 20mnonstop
$229Aegean Airlines
Thu, Apr 29 - Sun, May 2
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11:00 am - 3:15 pmCPH  Kastrup Copenhagen-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
3h 15mnonstop
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7:45 am - 10:05 amATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-CPH Kastrup Copenhagen
3h 20mnonstop
$231Aegean Airlines
Fri, Dec 4 - Mon, Dec 7
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9:05 am - 1:20 pmCPH  Kastrup Copenhagen-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
3h 15mnonstop
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2:10 pm - 4:40 pmATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-CPH Kastrup Copenhagen
3h 30mnonstop
$239Scandinavian Airlines
Thu, Apr 29 - Mon, May 3
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2:20 pm - 6:40 pmCPH  Kastrup Copenhagen-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
3h 20mnonstop
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7:30 pm - 9:50 pmATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-CPH Kastrup Copenhagen
3h 20mnonstop
$259Scandinavian Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Copenhagen to Athens flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights with more confidence.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Copenhagen to Athens?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Copenhagen to Athens. It’s 5% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 4% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Copenhagen to Athens?

•January is the cheapest month to fly from Copenhagen to Athens at $238 round-trip.
•July ($387) and October ($362) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 62% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Copenhagen to Athens the cheapest?

Flights from Copenhagen to Athens are cheapest 23 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 25% 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 Copenhagen to Athens

 
KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
Our travel experts
Gabriel Leigh

Gabriel Leigh

Expert on Scandinavian Airlines

Gabriel is a writer and video creator. As senior content producer for Flightradar24 and Monocle’s transport correspondent, he keeps a close eye on aviation in particular. He has also written travel articles for the likes of The New York Times. Born in New York but raised around the world, he now lives in Sweden. He’s been to 75 countries, flying 2.3 million miles on 113 airlines and through 234 airports in the process.

Yulia Denisyuk

Yulia Denisyuk

Expert on Aegean Airlines

Yulia is a freelance journalist who’s dispatched from 90+ countries. Her work focuses on cultures, adventure trips and air travel, appearing in NatGeo, NYT, CNTraveler, and more. For past assignments, she’s stayed with nomads in Mongolia and learned the art of Imigongo in Rwanda. She’s based in Chicago; in winter she often questions that decision.

John Walton

John Walton

Expert on ATH

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.

Chris Dong

Chris Dong

Expert on CPH

Chris is a consumer travel reporter covering aviation, trending travel news, hotels, and loyalty programs—all for leading global publications like Travel + Leisure, The Washington Post, AFAR, and more. In addition to writing, Chris is a video host for Travel + Leisure, giving consumers an inside look at the latest in air travel.

Key details for Copenhagen to Athens flights

Low season

January

Cheapest flight

$75
Beat the crowds with an average 59% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 65% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Copenhagen to Athens

When to book flights from Copenhagen to Athens

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Your Copenhagen to Athens 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 Copenhagen to Athens?

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

    • Earliest: departs at 7:05 am and lands at 10:16 am
    • Latest: departs at 4:50 pm and lands at 8:01 pm.

    The flight takes about 3h 11m.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Copenhagen to Athens?

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

    • Economy Class
    • Business Class

  • How long is a flight from Copenhagen to Athens?

    A nonstop flight from Copenhagen to Athens takes 3h 11m, covering 1,328 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Copenhagen to Athens?

    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 Copenhagen to Athens flight?

    Round-trip flights from Copenhagen to Athens range from $235 to $420, with an average of $316 over the past 12 months. Anything below $235 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Copenhagen to Athens flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 23% above the $316 route average. Book 23 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Copenhagen to Athens?

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $151 round-trip via London Stansted (STN), compared to $323 for nonstop.

  • How does on-time performance compare across airlines flying from Copenhagen to Athens?

    Scandinavian Airlines is slightly above the route average for timely arrivals, while Norwegian has a lower on-time arrival rate. On-time arrival rates on Copenhagen to Athens flights are:

    • Scandinavian Airlines: 90% on time
    • Norwegian: 82% on time
    • Aegean Airlines: 77% on time

    Overall, flights on this route are punctual 85% of the time on average.

  • What is the standard checked-bag allowance on flights from Copenhagen to Athens?

    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 Copenhagen to Athens?

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

  • How are flight departures from Copenhagen to Athens spread across the day?

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Copenhagen to Athens flights, with 100% of flights leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 0%, evening flights for 0%, and night flights for 0%.

  • How are flight prices from Copenhagen to Athens looking right now?

    One-way fares from Copenhagen to Athens are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $96, which is 45% below the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Athens Eleftherios V. Airport (ATH)?

    Athens Eleftherios V. Airport (ATH) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $28 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Record go
    • Centauro
    • Europcar
    • SURPRICE CAR RENTAL
    • Alamo

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Copenhagen to Athens?

    Flights from Copenhagen to Athens usually depart from Kastrup Copenhagen (CPH) and arrive at Athens Eleftherios V. (ATH).

  • What time of day has the fewest delays on flights from Copenhagen to Athens?

    Morning 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 Copenhagen to Athens?

    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 Copenhagen to Athens route, 15% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 1h 36m.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Copenhagen to Athens pass through?

    One-stop flights from Copenhagen to Athens most commonly connect through:

    • Munich Franz Josef Strauss (MUC) - 23% of one-stop connections
    • Zurich (ZRH) - 14% of one-stop connections
    • Belgrade Nikola Tesla (BEG) - 13% of one-stop connections
    • Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl (BUD) - 11% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Copenhagen to Athens?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 8% on flights from Copenhagen to Athens. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $303 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $329, a difference of $26.

    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 Copenhagen to Athens?

    2 airlines operate flights between Copenhagen and Athens. The airlines offering nonstop flights on this route include:

    • Scandinavian Airlines
    • Aegean Airlines

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Copenhagen to Athens?

    Flying via Riga Intl (RIX) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 5h 23m, compared with 5h 58m via Belgrade Nikola Tesla (BEG) and 6h 04m via Frankfurt am Main (FRA).

  • What is the time difference between Copenhagen and Athens?

    Athens is 1 hour ahead of Copenhagen (Eastern European Time vs Central European Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Athens?

    Some of the most popular sights in Athens are Acropolis, Syntagma Square and Parthenon. These are among the most viewed places in Athens on KAYAK.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Copenhagen to Athens flights?

    Among airlines operating Copenhagen to Athens flights:

    • Aegean Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
    • Scandinavian Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
    • Norwegian: 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 Copenhagen to Athens flights?

    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
    • Scandinavian Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • Norwegian: 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 Copenhagen to Athens 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 Wednesday departure and avoid flying on Sunday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $303, about $26 less than Sunday fares (8% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 23 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 25% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Copenhagen to Athens trip for January. Fares historically average $238 round-trip in that month - typically $149 less than the most expensive month, which is July (based on the last 12 months).
  • For the best chance of arriving on time, fly with Scandinavian Airlines. Over the past three months, 90% of Scandinavian Airlines flights from Copenhagen to Athens arrived on time, slightly above the route average of 85%. When flights on this route arrive late, they're delayed by an average of 1h 36m, 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 London Stansted Airport (STN) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $151 round-trip on this route - about $172 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).

Prefer to fly direct from Copenhagen to Athens?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from Kastrup Copenhagen Airport to Athens Eleftherios V. Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Kastrup Copenhagen to Athens Eleftherios V.

Monday

Aegean Airlines,Scandinavian Airlines

Aegean Airlines,Scandinavian Airlines

Tuesday

Aegean Airlines,Scandinavian Airlines

Aegean Airlines,Scandinavian Airlines

Wednesday

Aegean Airlines,Scandinavian Airlines

Aegean Airlines,Scandinavian Airlines

Thursday

Aegean Airlines,Scandinavian Airlines

Aegean Airlines,Scandinavian Airlines

Friday

Aegean Airlines,Scandinavian Airlines

Aegean Airlines,Scandinavian Airlines

Saturday

Aegean Airlines,Scandinavian Airlines

Aegean Airlines,Scandinavian Airlines

Sunday

Aegean Airlines,Scandinavian Airlines

Aegean Airlines,Scandinavian Airlines

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Direct returns

Athens Eleftherios V. to Kastrup Copenhagen

Monday

Aegean Airlines,Scandinavian Airlines

Aegean Airlines,Scandinavian Airlines

Tuesday

Aegean Airlines,Scandinavian Airlines

Aegean Airlines,Scandinavian Airlines

Wednesday

Aegean Airlines,Scandinavian Airlines

Aegean Airlines,Scandinavian Airlines

Thursday

Aegean Airlines,Scandinavian Airlines

Aegean Airlines,Scandinavian Airlines

Friday

Aegean Airlines,Scandinavian Airlines

Aegean Airlines,Scandinavian Airlines

Saturday

Aegean Airlines,Scandinavian Airlines

Aegean Airlines,Scandinavian Airlines

Sunday

Aegean Airlines,Scandinavian Airlines

Aegean Airlines,Scandinavian Airlines

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