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Cheapest round-trip
$145
Typical prices: $200-$373
easyJet
Sat 10/13Sun 10/21
CDG - ATH • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$145
Typical prices: $201-$377
Transavia France
Wed 2/28Sun 3/4
ORY - ATH • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
You can fly direct with Aegean Airlines, Transavia France and others. Average duration is 3h 13m.
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Cheapest • 19% average savings
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Most punctual • 71% on-time
Best time • Fewest delays
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in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 17 weeks in advance save around 19% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 37% price drop
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Cheapest • Avg $170 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 5h 30m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Paris to Athens (PAR-ATH)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Paris to Athens

Tue, Oct 13 - Wed, Oct 21
easyJet Logo
8:40 am - 3:50 pmCDG  Paris Charles de Gaulle-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
6h 10m1 stop Milan Malpensa
easyJet Logo
11:00 pm - 7:35 amATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-CDG Paris Charles de Gaulle
9h 35m1 stop Milan Malpensa
$145easyJet
Sun, Feb 28 - Thu, Mar 4
Transavia France Logo
8:10 am - 12:25 pmORY  Paris Orly-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
3h 15mnonstop
Transavia France Logo
12:30 pm - 3:05 pmATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-ORY Paris Orly
3h 35mnonstop
$145Transavia France
Sun, Nov 15 - Wed, Nov 18
Transavia France Logo
8:10 am - 12:25 pmORY  Paris Orly-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
3h 15mnonstop
Transavia France Logo
11:55 am - 2:30 pmATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-ORY Paris Orly
3h 35mnonstop
$146Transavia France
Tue, Oct 6 - Wed, Oct 14
easyJet Logo
6:00 am - 3:50 pmCDG  Paris Charles de Gaulle-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
8h 50m1 stop Milan Malpensa
easyJet Logo
11:00 pm - 7:35 amATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-CDG Paris Charles de Gaulle
9h 35m1 stop Milan Malpensa
$146easyJet
Sun, Jan 10 - Sun, Jan 17
Sky Express Logo
10:35 pm - 2:45 amCDG  Paris Charles de Gaulle-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
3h 10mnonstop
Sky Express Logo
10:40 am - 1:15 pmATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-CDG Paris Charles de Gaulle
3h 35mnonstop
$149Sky Express
Thu, Jan 14 - Sun, Jan 17
Sky Express Logo
2:05 pm - 6:15 pmCDG  Paris Charles de Gaulle-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
3h 10mnonstop
Sky Express Logo
10:40 am - 1:15 pmATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-CDG Paris Charles de Gaulle
3h 35mnonstop
$153Sky Express
Mon, Oct 12 - Tue, Oct 20
Air France Logo
6:45 pm - 11:00 pmCDG  Paris Charles de Gaulle-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
3h 15mnonstop
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6:35 am - 9:15 amATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-CDG Paris Charles de Gaulle
3h 40mnonstop
$185Air France
Sun, Oct 11 - Wed, Oct 21
Air France Logo
6:40 pm - 10:55 pmCDG  Paris Charles de Gaulle-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
3h 15mnonstop
Air France Logo
6:35 am - 9:15 amATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-CDG Paris Charles de Gaulle
3h 40mnonstop
$186Air France
Wed, Sep 23 - Fri, Sep 25
Aegean Airlines Logo
9:20 pm - 1:25 amCDG  Paris Charles de Gaulle-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
3h 05mnonstop
Aegean Airlines Logo
7:40 am - 10:10 amATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-CDG Paris Charles de Gaulle
3h 30mnonstop
$256Aegean Airlines
Wed, Nov 11 - Tue, Nov 17
Aegean Airlines Logo
8:35 pm - 12:40 amCDG  Paris Charles de Gaulle-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
3h 05mnonstop
Aegean Airlines Logo
5:00 pm - 7:35 pmATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-CDG Paris Charles de Gaulle
3h 35mnonstop
$274Aegean Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Paris to Athens flights

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

How much is a round-trip flight from Paris to Athens?

Round-trip flights from Paris to Athens start at $145. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $200 to $373. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $145 on easyJet.

What is the cheapest Paris to Athens flight route?

Paris Beauvais-Tille Airport (BVA) to Athens (ATH) is the cheapest Paris to Athens route, averaging $200 round-trip. Other Paris to Athens routes average $272, based on KAYAK data over the past 12 months.

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

Thursday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Paris to Athens, it is 4% cheaper than the average day. Saturday is the most expensive day with flight prices 9% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Paris to Athens?

  • January is the cheapest month to fly from Paris to Athens at $173 round-trip.
  • August ($363) and December ($338) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 109% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Paris to Athens the cheapest?

Flights from Paris to Athens are cheapest 17 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 19% 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 Paris to Athens

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

Blane Bachelor

Expert on Air France

Blane Bachelor is a journalist and editor specializing in travel and aviation who writes regularly for top global outlets. Born and raised in Florida, Blane has worked and lived in four countries, including the Netherlands, where she’s currently based with her family. Her favorite way to get to know a new destination is by running or riding a bike around town – or hearing a spooky ghost story about local history. She will always choose the window seat.

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.

Daniel Scheffler

Daniel Scheffler

Expert on Sky Express

Daniel Scheffler is a travel writer, podcaster, and producer. Born in Africa, bred in Europe and now living in America he has traveled to 140 countries (and all 50 U.S. states). Plus he has stayed at over 2500 hotels across the globe. His original shows Everywhere and Without Maps (available on Spotify) showcase his beliefs, travel is about humanity and sharing that beauty. And thus it reminds you that you shouldn’t believe everything you think.

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.

Lane Nieset

Lane Nieset

Expert on CDG

From the moment she first studied abroad in Paris as a young French major, Lane was determined to make the capital her home. After graduating with a dual degree in Magazine Journalism and French from the University of Florida, Lane worked as a travel journalist in Miami before making her way to Nice, France, where she lived for nearly 5 years before finally making the big move north to Paris. She has spent the past decade covering travel, food and wine for a variety of international publications.

Key details for Paris to Athens flights

Low season

December

Cheapest flight

$69
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 23% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 32% increase in price.
Flight from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Athens

When to book flights from Paris to Athens

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Your Paris to Athens flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.

  • Which is the arrival airport for flights from Paris to Athens?

    Athens only has one airport, the Eleftherios Venizelos International airport (ATH). ATH serves domestic and international flights. It is a hub for Aegean Airlines. It lies 17 miles from the city center. It has two terminals, the main terminal and a satellite terminal connected through an underground link. It is the main airport serving Athens.

  • Does ATH have a lounge?

    Yes. ATH has eight lounges. It houses two Goldair CIP lounges at Terminal A in the non-Schengen area and Terminal B in the Schengen area. They are both accessible by economy travelers that pay at the door. Other lounges include two Aegean Business Lounges, Swissport Executive Lounge, two Sky-Set lounges, and a Lufthansa Business Lounge. They offer refreshments, entertainment, meals, and flight information.

  • Is ATH wheelchair accessible?

    Yes. ATJ is wheelchair enabled for easy use for reduced mobility travelers. It provides wheelchair ramps across all levels as well as elevators. The airport provides wheelchair lifts, wide entrances with low resistance doors, accessible washrooms, stores, and food concessions. You can also get further assistance if you contact your airlines before your scheduled travel for extra assistance.

  • How do I get from ATH to the city center?

    ATH has great connectivity offering multiple public transport means to get from the airport. You will find four city bus lines that offer rides from the airport to Athens and Piraeus. You can also get on a train ride from the airport, with Metro Line 3 Blue providing rides from the airport. The airport also offers private transfer options like taxis and car rental facilities.

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

    Among airlines operating Paris to Athens flights:

    • Air France: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
    • Sky Express: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
    • easyJet: 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.

  • What airlines are available from Paris to Athens?

    5 airlines operate flights between Paris and Athens. The airlines offering nonstop flights on this route include:

    • Aegean Airlines
    • Transavia France
    • Air France
    • Sky Express
    • easyJet

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

    Flights from Paris to Athens may depart from several airports in Paris area, including Paris Beauvais-Tille (BVA), Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG), Paris-Le Bourget (LBG) and Paris Orly (ORY). Flights usually arrive at Athens Eleftherios V. (ATH).

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Paris to Athens flights?

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

    • Transavia France: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • Air France: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • Sky Express: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class

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

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

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

    • Economy Class
    • Business Class

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

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $170 round-trip via Tirana Rinas (TIA), compared to $277 for nonstop.

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

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $28–$100 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

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

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

    • Belgrade Nikola Tesla (BEG) - 27% of one-stop connections
    • Rome Fiumicino (FCO) - 16% of one-stop connections
    • Milan Malpensa (MXP) - 11% of one-stop connections
    • Munich Franz Josef Strauss (MUC) - 9% of one-stop connections

    Belgrade Nikola Tesla (BEG) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

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

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 12% on the Paris to Athens route. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at $266 round-trip on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at $302, a difference of $36. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed from Paris 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 Paris to Athens route, 39% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 1 hour 40 minutes.

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

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Paris to Athens flights, with 34% of flights leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 33%, evening flights for 22%, and night flights for 11%.

  • What popular places can I visit in Athens?

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

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Paris to Athens?

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

    • Earliest: departs at 6:20 am and lands at 9:33 am
    • Latest: departs at 10:35 pm and lands at 1:48 am.

    The flight takes about 3h 13m.

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

    Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 11% above the route average of $275. Book 17 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How long is a flight from Paris to Athens?

    A nonstop flight from Paris to Athens takes 3h 13m, covering 1,313 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Paris 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 are flight prices from Paris to Athens looking right now?

    One-way fares from Paris to Athens are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $85, which is 45% below the typical average for this route.

  • How does easyJet’s on-time performance compare to other airlines on Paris to Athens flights?

    easyJet is slightly above the route average for timely arrivals, while Air France has a lower on-time arrival rate. On-time arrival rates on Paris to Athens flights are:

    • easyJet: 71% on time
    • Air France: 67% on time
    • Sky Express: 56% on time

    Overall, flights on this route are on time 61% of the time on average.

  • How do delay rates compare for morning and evening flights from Paris to Athens?

    Night flights have the fewest delays on this route. Delays tend to pile up throughout the day as one late flight pushes the next, so earlier departures are usually more reliable.

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

    Flying via Munich Franz Josef Strauss (MUC) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 5h 30m, compared with 6h 06m via Rome Fiumicino (FCO) and 6h 12m via Frankfurt am Main (FRA).

  • What is the time difference between Paris and Athens?

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

  • 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 starting from around $2 for economy cars. Top options include:
    · Centauro
    · Record go
    · Europcar
    · SURPRICE CAR RENTAL
    · Alamo

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Paris to Athens flight?

    Round-trip flights from Paris to Athens range from $200 to $373, with an average of $275 over the past 12 months. Anything below $200 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Paris to Athens flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Thursday departure instead of Saturday. On this route, Thursday flights average $266 - about $36 less than Saturday (12% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 17 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 19% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Paris to Athens trip for January. Fares historically average $173 round-trip in that month - typically $190 less than the most expensive month, which is August (based on the last 12 months).
  • If arriving on time is high on your priority list, easyJet is the strongest pick on this route. 71% of easyJet flights from Paris to Athens arrived on time in the past 3 months, slightly above the route's average on-time arrival rate of 61%. When flights on this route do arrive late, the average delay is 1 hour 40 minutes, so choosing a carrier with strong on-time performance can make a difference on tight schedules.
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Tirana Rinas Airport (TIA) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $170 round-trip on this route - about $107 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).
  • Paris houses Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) and Paris Orly Airport (ORY). CDG is bigger than ORY and mostly handles international flights. ORY houses domestic flights and low-cost operators but offers several European destinations. CDG lies 14 miles from Paris, while ORY lies 8 miles to the city center.
  • ORY has three terminals. They include Terminal 1, which houses gats A, B, and C, and Terminal 2, which shares boarding gates with Termina 1. Terminal 3 houses D Gates while Terminal 4B houses boarding Gates E and F. On the other hand, CDG houses ten terminals, including Terminals 1, 2F, 2 2B, 2A, 2C, 2E, 2G, and 2D.
  • If you need cash or currency exchange services, Paris airports provide currency exchange services and ATMs. In ORY, there are foreign exchange desks in both terminals. The airport also provides ATMs in both terminals. In CDG, there are currency exchange facilities in Terminal 2B-2D, 2E, 2Fand 3.
  • Parents traveling with babies can find baby care facilities at Paris airports. CDG houses baby changing rooms at all toilet facilities before and after security. ORY offers baby changing stations in all toilets at the land and airside on the departures or arrival airports.
  • Paris airports provide numerous facilities all over the airport. They provide baggage storage facilities, children's play areas, and lost and found areas alongside food and drinking areas. They also provide duty-free shopping, business workstations, and internet access for travelers’ entertainment.

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

Direct departures

Paris to Athens Eleftherios V.

Monday

Aegean Airlines,Air France,Sky Express, +2 more

Aegean Airlines,Air France, +3 more

Tuesday

Aegean Airlines,Air France,Sky Express, +1 more

Aegean Airlines,Air France, +2 more

Wednesday

Aegean Airlines,Air France,Sky Express, +2 more

Aegean Airlines,Air France, +3 more

Thursday

Aegean Airlines,Air France,Sky Express, +2 more

Aegean Airlines,Air France, +3 more

Friday

Aegean Airlines,Air France,Sky Express, +2 more

Aegean Airlines,Air France, +3 more

Saturday

Aegean Airlines,Air France,Sky Express, +2 more

Aegean Airlines,Air France, +3 more

Sunday

Aegean Airlines,Air France,Sky Express, +2 more

Aegean Airlines,Air France, +3 more

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Direct returns

Athens Eleftherios V. to Paris

Monday

Aegean Airlines,Air France,Sky Express, +2 more

Aegean Airlines,Air France, +3 more

Tuesday

Aegean Airlines,Air France,Sky Express, +1 more

Aegean Airlines,Air France, +2 more

Wednesday

Aegean Airlines,Air France,Sky Express, +2 more

Aegean Airlines,Air France, +3 more

Thursday

Aegean Airlines,Air France,Sky Express, +2 more

Aegean Airlines,Air France, +3 more

Friday

Aegean Airlines,Air France,Sky Express, +2 more

Aegean Airlines,Air France, +3 more

Saturday

Aegean Airlines,Air France,Sky Express, +2 more

Aegean Airlines,Air France, +3 more

Sunday

Aegean Airlines,Air France,Sky Express, +2 more

Aegean Airlines,Air France, +3 more

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