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Four cabin classes are available on flights from Philadelphia to Athens:

• Economy Class
• Premium Economy Class
• Business Class
• First Class

Prices vary by airline.

A nonstop flight from Philadelphia to Athens takes 00m, covering 5,019 miles.

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.

Round-trip flights from Philadelphia to Athens range from $1,041 to $1,558, with an average of $1,276 over the past 12 months. Anything below $1,041 counts as a good deal.

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 14% above the $1,276 route average. Book 4 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $733 round-trip via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL), compared to $1,334 for nonstop.

There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $85–$100 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

The Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Iberia and British Airways. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner variants.

Four airlines offer in-flight Wi-Fi on Philadelphia to Athens flights:

• British Airways
• American Airlines
• Iberia
• Finnair

Pricing varies by airline and fare class. Some plans are included with the ticket or loyalty program; others are paid add-ons priced by flight length.

One-way fares from Philadelphia to Athens are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $477, which is 37% below the typical average for this route.

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

Flights from Philadelphia to Athens usually depart from Philadelphia (PHL) and arrive at Athens Eleftherios V. (ATH).

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

• London Heathrow (LHR) - 63% of one-stop connections
• Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl (YUL) - 16% of one-stop connections
• Frankfurt am Main (FRA) - 6% of one-stop connections
• Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 5% of one-stop connections

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 28% on flights from Philadelphia to Athens. Monday is the cheapest departure day at $1,074 round-trip on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at $1,472, a difference of $398.

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

Flying via Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl (YUL) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 13h 35m, compared with 14h 01m via Madrid Barajas (MAD) and 15h 15m via London Heathrow (LHR).

Athens is 7 hours ahead of Philadelphia (Eastern European Time vs Eastern Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

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.

Among airlines operating Philadelphia to Athens flights:

• British Airways: offers free seat selection
• American Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
• Iberia: 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:

• British Airways: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
• American Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
• Iberia: 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.

Nursing parents can feed their babies in private at the baby stations dotted around the terminals. The airport has also provided baby changing facilities and family washrooms for passengers traveling with infants. Look out for the baby care symbol or ask airport staff for help. The airport also has a kids’ play area for kids aged seven and below. The kids’ play area is located in the main terminal on the second floor.

ATH is connected to the Athens subway system via Metro Line 3 and for long-distance services, you can take the train with Athens Suburban Railways. You can get the Metro line 3 from the ATH airport station. ATH is also well served by the city buses that connect the airport to Athens and Piraeus. You can find the buses in the ground transportation area. Taxis are also available at the taxi stand located on the arrivals level outside exit 3. They offer a quick ride to the city center. There are also several car rental providers at the arrivals level at ATH, including Budget, Enterprise, Hertz, Avis, and SIXT.

Yes. ATH is an accessible airport. Low-vision passengers are offered personal assistance arranged via their airlines. Service animals are allowed at ATH and tactile guide paths are also provided to guide low-vision passengers through the airport. Hard-of-hearing passengers have an induction loop system, visual paging services, and courtesy phones to request assistance. The airport has provided barrier-free access for passengers with limited mobility. They have ramps and elevators to access all floors and passengers also get reserved parking spots, accessible restrooms, and fast track services.

American Airlines, United Airlines, and Delta are the only airlines with lounges at PHL. The Delta lounge is only open to members, but you can access the AA and United Airlines lounges by paying at the door. The Delta lounge is in terminal D beyond security. The American Airlines lounge is on concourses A East, A West, B/c, and F. The United Club is between concourses C and D on the second level after security.