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Cheap Flights from Raleigh to Athens (RDU-ATH)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Raleigh 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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Wed, Nov 5 - Wed, Nov 19
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6:00 am - 11:10 amRDU-ATH
22h 10m2 stops
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1:10 pm - 9:05 pmATH-RDU
14h 55m1 stop
$573Air Canada
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Wed, Nov 5 - Wed, Nov 19
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10:35 am - 11:10 amRDU-ATH
17h 35m2 stops
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1:10 pm - 2:08 pmATH-RDU
31h 58m2 stops
$584Air Canada
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Wed, Nov 5 - Wed, Nov 19
American Airlines Logo
8:50 pm - 6:35 pmRDU-ATH
14h 45m1 stop
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1:00 pm - 8:09 pmATH-RDU
14h 09m1 stop
$587American Airlines
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Thu, Oct 2 - Sat, Oct 11
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9:49 pm - 6:15 amRDU-ATH
25h 26m1 stop
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8:25 am - 6:51 pmATH-RDU
17h 26m1 stop
Tue, Aug 19 - Tue, Aug 26
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2:07 pm - 3:15 pmRDU-ATH
18h 08m2 stops
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10:00 pm - 4:38 pmATH-RDU
25h 38m2 stops
$596Scandinavian Airlines
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Tue, Aug 19 - Tue, Aug 26
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9:47 am - 3:15 pmRDU-ATH
22h 28m2 stops
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10:00 pm - 4:38 pmATH-RDU
25h 38m2 stops
$597Scandinavian Airlines
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Wed, Aug 20 - Wed, Aug 27
United Airlines Logo
9:00 am - 10:05 amRDU-ATH
18h 05m1 stop
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12:10 pm - 2:12 pmATH-RDU
33h 02m2 stops
$628United Airlines
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Wed, Aug 20 - Wed, Aug 27
United Airlines Logo
7:08 am - 2:00 pmRDU-ATH
23h 52m2 stops
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12:10 pm - 2:12 pmATH-RDU
33h 02m2 stops
$632United Airlines
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Fri, Dec 12 - Tue, Dec 23
American Airlines Logo
8:50 pm - 9:55 pmRDU-ATH
18h 05m1 stop
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4:55 pm - 5:35 pmATH-RDU
31h 40m1 stop
$655American Airlines
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Tue, Aug 19 - Tue, Aug 26
British Airways Logo
1:01 pm - 10:00 amRDU-ATH
13h 59m1 stop
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5:40 pm - 1:50 pmATH-RDU
27h 10m1 stop
$658British Airways
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KAYAK's insights & trends for Raleigh to Athens flights

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

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Planning a trip from Raleigh to Athens? KAYAK’s data-powered insights will help you find cheap flights. Learn the best time to fly, how early to book your ticket, and other tips to secure great prices.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Raleigh to Athens?

The average price of all round-trip flights from Raleigh to Athens clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.

If you are looking for a flight deal from Raleigh to Athens, look for departures on Tuesdays and avoid leaving on a Thursday, as it's usually the priciest day. When flying back from Athens, Wednesday is the cheapest day to fly and Thursday is the most expensive.

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

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Raleigh 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 Raleigh to Athens is January, where tickets cost $750 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and June, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $1,690 and $1,633 respectively.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Raleigh 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 Raleigh 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 Raleigh to Athens, you should book around 2 weeks before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 19 weeks before departure.

Good to know

Low seasonJanuary
High seasonSeptember
Cheapest flight$265
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 34% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 3% lower on average.
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Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Raleigh 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 flights from Raleigh to Athens

  • Is the airport in either Raleigh or Athens a hub for any airlines?

    The Raleigh - Durham International Airport (RDU) Is a focus city for Delta. Athens International Airport Eleftherios Venizelos (ATH) serves as a hub for several airlines, including Aegean Airlines, SKY Express, Ryanair, Volotea, Olympic Air, and others. Some of the cheapest flights from RDU to ATH involve Ryanair, SKY Express, and Delta.

  • Is it worth it to buy a cheap ticket if my flight involves a self-transfer?

    It certainly can be. Most of the cheapest tickets from RDU to ATH that involve self-transfers also have long layovers, which give you ample time to deplane, pass through customs, collect any checked baggage, get to possibly another terminal for the next leg of your flight, check in again, and go through security again.

  • Are there any flights from Raleigh to Athens with just one connection?

    Yes. While there are myriad flights available with two or three connections, a number of airlines offer flights with just one connection. Some of these include KLM, Air France, Delta, American Airlines, British Airways, Lufthansa, and Air Canada. Many of these flights stop in London (LHR), New York (EWR), or Toronto (YYZ).

  • Which airline that flies from Raleigh to Athens leaves a small carbon footprint?

    KLM, which offers competitively-priced flights from RDU to ATH with one stop at JFK, is considered one of the world's greenest airlines. KLM reduces its emissions with better fuel efficiency, renewable biofuels, and smarter technology on the plane. KLM also invests in protecting and replanting rainforests across the globe.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Raleigh to Athens?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Raleigh to Athens was $265 for a one-way ticket and $573 for a round-trip.

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

    Yes, you'll most likely have to show a valid passport before boarding the plane in Raleigh and on arrival in Athens.

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from Raleigh to Athens?

    Raleigh and Athens are both served by 1 main airport. You will leave Raleigh from Raleigh-Durham and will be arriving at Athens Eleftherios V..

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

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

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Raleigh to Athens?

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

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

    New York is the most popular layover city among KAYAK users traveling from Raleigh to Athens.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Raleigh to Athens, Delta or United Airlines?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Raleigh to Athens are Delta and United Airlines. With an average price for the route of $1,126 and an overall rating of 8.0, Delta is the most popular choice. United Airlines is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $1,153 and an overall rating of 7.4.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Raleigh 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 Raleigh to Athens.

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

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Athens from Raleigh 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 Raleigh 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 Raleigh with another airline. Booking your flights between Raleigh 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 Raleigh 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 Raleigh 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 Raleigh to Athens

  • Because the country Greece is a party to the Schengen Agreement, American citizens can fly from Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) to Athens International Airport Eleftherios Venizelos (ATH) without a visa. However, you must leave within 90 days and be traveling for either business or tourism.
  • Since the flight from RDU to ATH is a long one, you might want to invest in a Comfort Plus ticket aboard Delta. A Comfort Plus seat features more room to stretch out, a wider seat, and a fold-out adjustable footrest and leg rest. This international flight is an ideal time to enjoy the three extra inches of legroom that you get with Comfort Plus.
  • If you are sending an Unaccompanied Minor from Raleigh to Athens, consider purchasing an economy ticket aboard Delta with one stop at JFK. Your child will be supervised from drop-off to pick-up. At the JFK connection, your child can enjoy the Delta Sky Zone, a kid-friendly, staffed lounge specifically designed for Unaccompanied Minors.
  • If you want to bring a lot of luggage with you on your trip from Raleigh to Athens, consider purchasing a ticket on KLM with one stop at JFK because the carry-on allowance is at 21.5 x 10 x 13.5 inches and 26 lb. The fee for one checked bag of maximum 62 inches and 50 lb is lower than that of some other economy flights that fly this route.
  • It is easy and convenient to park your car at the Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) before your flight to Athens. RDU has two Economy Lots, both at affordable daily prices. From each of these lots, every 20 minutes, a free shuttle departs for the terminals. You can pre-book a parking spot and possibly save a little money.

Reviews of the top 5 airlines serving from Raleigh to Athens

 
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8.0
DeltaOverall score based on 7975 reviews
8.5Crew
8.2Boarding
7.9Comfort
7.3Food
7.9Entertainment
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From Atlanta to Savannah - flight connection was way to short (we weren't even late landing ) and flight was already boarding when we landed - we were told we were the last on board and so we had to gate check our bags. Once we got on the plane, there were at least seven open bag spots so that was unnecessary delay. There should be better communication between the gate agent and the crew.

6.0 GoodBrenda, Jul 2025SAV - ATL
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From Atlanta to Savannah - flight connection was way to short (we weren't even late landing ) and flight was already boarding when we landed - we were told we were the last on board and so we had to gate check our bags. Once we got on the plane, there were at least seven open bag spots so that was unnecessary delay. There should be better communication between the gate agent and the crew.

Crew was excellent. Comfort seats not as nice as other kinds of planes.

Not a "Delta" issue, but a JFK issue: We booked a connecting flight with 3 1/2 hours between to clearn immigration and customs. Our inbound flight (BCN to JFK) was on the taxiway 45 minutes which ate into our layover time. Immigtration was insanely quick with the CBP MPC app; however, clearing TSA (again, after we were ALREADY cleared in Spain on the inbound international flight) took over 95 minutes. This left us with 10 minutes before boarding the connecting flight (JFK to SAN) to walk to the far end of Terminal 4 and try to find food. We didn't find any food that could promise to serve us in under 10 minutes so we boarded the Delta flight after coming off a plance and an 8-hour flight knowing that we wouldn't be served any food on the next 5 1/2 hour flight. I feel like Delta needs to put pressure on the JFK TSA to open more screening stations (by our count, we saw only 5 scanners open and a line of - as we said - over 90 minutes. The insult is that we WERE ALREADY SCREENED through TSA, but as you come off one flight into the USA, you have to go through the whole process again. It seems like if you have a connecting flight, there should be a way to pass through immigration and customs without needing to return through TSA.

It was a great flight and the stewards and stewardess were all kind and accommodating!! The seats were comfortable and entertainment screen excellent!

There are 4 flights in consecutive gates with about the same departure time. Two flights were boarding at the same time. One was delayed or boarding would be happening at the same time. I am not sure what Delta and LAX need to do to have a better layout at the end of Terminal 2

Flight was an hour late, who knows why. It was OK, nothing outstanding.

Only not having an assigned seat was an issue. Rest was great

There was a security issue at the airport and we were unable to land. We circled endlessly and then landed at another airfield for fuel. We then circled the airport again, almost landed but didn’t fully touch down before circling again. I am thankful to the crew for keeping us safe- the issue was the airline and staff at the airport getting us seats on our connecting flights. That part was hours of searching for someone and getting in double my steps.

Boarding was organised and relaxed. Crew were fantastic! Seats were lacking padding causing butt pain and stiffness.

I like for how they process during check in. It was very smoothly.

Although the flight was delayed the crew and the flight itself were very good. Couldn't fault anything and after the disappointment of being abandoned in the US by BA it was a welcome relief to travel with United

Survey sent before we actually left. Delay after delay. Now a crew problem.

I love flying with United. Unfortunately, I flew on an older plane with minimal upgraded technology (no Bluetooth functionality or handy charging ports). Otherwise, the flight was great and even arrived early.

They changed my seats after I checked in and I was stressed from the time I saw that information until just before boarding, when the gate attendant fixed it, but it shouldn't have happened. And if it couldn't be prevented, then the people on the phone I spoke with should have done something to help, which they did not, nor did they offer me compensation, just meaningless apologies.

online check in was not available so i had to get to airport extra early. The flight was delayed and my luggage was lost. I had an argument with the person behind me who wanted to keep her bag on the floor and not allow my seat to recline on a 9hr plus flight. So overall, lots and lots of areas for improvement.

Horrific. They missed my connecting flight to San Diego. I didn’t get there until Monday at 9am when I had a mandatory court settlement conference scheduled at 6am since we had parties on the east coast. This caused many issues. All because United apparently forgot to hold the doors open until my flight landed that only had a 10 minute delay. This was the last flight to Southern California. So I couldn’t even rent a car to finish the trip. United cannot be trusted when traveling on specific days and times since weather didn’t have anything to do with the delays.

My flight was delayed a very short period of time but they did not hold my connecting flight to San Diego, also through United. So they closed the doors before we got off our plane. They would only have to help the door open for another five to ten minutes. So I missed a court deadline for a manditory mediation settlement conference for my client. I had to get an associate to be there in person and be on the phone with him relaying what he needs to do the entire time. The court was very upset with me and so was my client. United cannot be trusted.

Very rough getting into denver. my kid threw up it was so rough.

We were given vouchers we couldn’t use with a 5.5 hour delay

Cramped seat even in economy plus seat 10A. Over booked flight, no space for the bags

This flight never occurred because AA couldn’t get their act together.

Boarding was very efficient. Everyone got on board and we got on our way very quickly. It was frustrating that the entertainment app was not functioning properly. I was not able to activate some of the movies offered. The crew on this flight appears to be pretty grumpy. They had no smile on their faces. I felt like they were doing us a favor for being there.

Delayed because of weather in Nashville. I think God or some higher power generally has cursed me when it comes to flying out of Charlotte on American. I'm delayed pretty much everytime. We need Team Cobra Kai types to come in and "sweep the leg(s)" of the Charlotte ops people on principle. Don't let the sweet southern rocking chairs fool you, Charlotte is a sinkhole

Long 5 hour and 45 min flight and only one drink service and cookie snack

Newark airport grounded inbound flight and only announced when the flight was about to start taxing.

Was a normal flight but it was delayed, and there wasn't an explanation.

Terrible. The flight was delayed two hours due to weather. Then when we got on the plane, the first pilot ended up timing out and we had to wait for a second pilot. Second pile came on board and we tax it out. Had to return back to the gate because of an unruly passenger. Then the copilot timed out. Had to wait for new copilot. Also had to wait for maintenance to check for fuel. Then found out the second pilot timed out and we had to wait for a third pilot. Was ready to go and then needed maintenance again for another issue. In the end, it was 2 o’clock in the morning when they announced that the flight couldn’t go because the third pilot and the second copilot had timed out.

American Airlines initially postponed the flight. Then they cancelled it an rescheduled us on a flight that would take over 24 hours with multiple stops. They then changed this flight to a reasonable alternative the next day which they later cancelled and replaced with a flight that would take off with an additional 16 hour delay. They blamed weather but I noticed (at 4am) that Delta had direct flights from Charlotte to Detroit. I went on line. Booked it and was in Detroit buy 9am. The interesting thing is they did a similar thing to a family member just 2 days earlier. I don't think I will fly American unless I have to.

I was a little disappointed of not having an android charger. Only one it was for an iPhone. I've flown American in the past and had access to one.

At least it was a short flight. Greyhound with wings.

Flight was great only departure was delayed to saome ground crew issues

It was freezing. I asked crew member for a blanket and was told it might be in front of plane but I never got one. I turned off all the vents but still froze.

Cheapest airlines I have ever been on. I got downgraded and never got on united. I got rerouted through Vancouver onto jetwesf

Flight was 1.5 hours late to depart so changed flights to Swiss Air.

The United Airlines crew that operated this flight was subpar. They didn’t

Very small and uncomfortable seats, Hard to hear entertainment system sound. Horrible food. Staff doesn't care much about the passengers. 2nd time they didn't give me my vegetarian meal. They asked me regular food with meat. The airline and staff was from United airlines.

Checkin took along timen only.few angents available at.checkin desk. Customer support over phone no existence

At baggage claim, I was given the wrong printed ticket. The ticket belonged to another passenger for a different flight — to Zurich instead of Frankfurt (layover). I was even allowed to pass security, and when I asked the Lufthansa employee if I was on the correct flight, and why it was changed. The employee said everything was correct and I should board. When I got on the plane, there was someone in my seat, and the crew on the plane finally realized that I was on the wrong plane. When I got off the plane, nobody was willing to help, and the security refused to provide my original printed ticket. That was until I showed them that I took a photo of the ticket; once they realized I had photographic evidence, they were suddenly ready to help me. The Lufthansa employee began communicating with other airlines and found a flight that would take me to my destination via Polish Airlines. I was required to once again go through security, re-check my bag, and once again pay for my checked bag and weight overage fees. This experience was incredibly stressful and very frustrating, as you can imagine. A Lufthansa employee told me I would be eligible for a refund. Please tell me what steps I need to take in order to make that happen. Thank you!

The row of seats were so cramped it was difficult to get in and out of your seat. I even upgraded. A long flight and sad accommodations 😵‍💫 the shorter flight was very comfortable and the seating was spacious

I bought a ticket and paid for for our luggage but I had to pay for my luggage again. I’m so disappointed! We had a 30 min delay and because of that we missed our connecting flight and were told that we would be on the next flight (9am flight ) but we were landed we were booked at 12pm flight. I had a little baby w me, it was very stressful. I begged to leave at 10 am at least. I was emailed that we get a voucher but they didn’t work when we were at a breakfast store. I’ve been always happy w Lufthansa but this time was awful.

The airline was efficient and accommodating to work with though there was a delay. Appreciate the service and smooth experience!

Flight was good but seat in 12D was not comfortable, better on the Airbus 321 from Tampa to Charlotte. No breakfast was served before landing in zLonfon only a coffee and orange juice.

I was transferred to an American Airlines flight. The boarding was late and unorganized. The seating was extremely tight and uncomfortable. Will not use AA again.

The entertainment selection was ok, but overall not bad! The crew was great.

Good crew and boarding process. Horrible food and one of the most uncomfortable aircraft seats I have ever sat in. The cabin temperature was warm which made it hard for my family to sleep.

bad, made it to connecting flight and they didnt let me board

We were never able to take this flight because our first flight from Austin to Dallas was cancelled.

Our flight was cancelled on Sunday morning. We were supposed to take a short flight to Dallas from Austin, then a nonstop to Barcelona. We were rerouted from Austin to Miami on American Airlines due to storms we sat at the gate for 2 1/2 hours, pilot announced we needed fuel. In air pilot said we were rerouted to Fort Myers 30 minutes from Zmiami. Sat on tarmac waiting for a gate. Deplaned at 10:09. Pilot gave conflicting info about what to do. Missed Miami flight to Barcelona. Pilot announced crew was timed out and we would have to wait for a new crew. Waited a couple of hours. Got to Miami at 2:30 am. Gate agents at Fort Myers told us to go to D30 for hotel vouchers. No one was there. So we slept a little on the floor. Husband is 80 and I am 74. Rerouted to JFK at 9:54 am on Monday, then flight to Barcelona at 5 pm. We arrived in Barcelona a day late and missed the first night of our Oceania Marina cruise. We feel that we are due a lot of compensation for this trip from hell.

The check-in of my luggage was terrible. When purchased my tickets, one luggage and one carry-on was part of the fight. My flight was switched from British to American Airline. During check-in of luggage at the airport, I was denied and had to pay extra $75. How do I get reimbursed for this extra luggage payment?

More Indian vegetarian food options would have been better Availability of seat selection free of charge 72 hours before departure would be great

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