Flying from Athens International Airport (ATH) to Santorini (Thira) Airport (JTR): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Athens International Airport to Santorini (Thira) Airport is 55 minutes.
Santorini (Thira)'s timezone is UTC+2, which is the same as Athens.
Every week, there are 112 Athens International Airport to Santorini (Thira) Airport flights. If you want to take off early, take the 05:20 Aegean Airlines flight. If you're eager to make the most of your time before flying, the last flight is at 23:30 with Aegean Airlines.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably board your ATH to JTR flight.
You can expect longer lines during popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
A number of airlines offer direct flights from Athens International Airport to Santorini (Thira) Airport, so getting to Santorini (Thira) (and then exploring more of Greece!) is easy. The most popular carriers that fly nonstop include:
The airline with the highest passenger demand on this route is SKY express.
With a reliable 95.0% of services arriving as scheduled, Ryanair has the best on-time performance for ATH to JTR flights.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Athens International Airport to Santorini (Thira) Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Popular stopovers between ATH and JTR include:
Naples International Airport
Thessaloniki Airport
Mykonos Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Athens International Airport (ATH) to Santorini (Thira) Airport (JTR)
R 299 is the best price for a one-way Athens International Airport to Santorini (Thira) Airport flight. A return flight starts from R 653. These prices may change depending on demand.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from ATH to JTR if you book ahead. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird discounts.
The cheapest month for flights from Athens International Airport to Santorini (Thira) Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have flexible dates.
You don't need to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll send you an update the moment there's a better deal on cheap flights from ATH to JTR.
Discover the right flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Athens International Airport to Santorini (Thira) Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by airline, departure and arrival times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Athens International Airport (ATH)
Of all flights departing from Athens International Airport, 76% land on schedule at their destination.
Athens International Airport is around 32 kilometres from central Athens. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 35 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
You can expect a journey time of around 40 minutes on public transport.
Get your holiday off to a hassle-free start by staying near ATH. Whether you're taking an early flight from Athens International Airport to Santorini (Thira) Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays are ideal:
Arriving at Santorini (Thira) Airport (JTR)
Book a hotel near JTR if you're catching a late Athens International Airport to Santorini (Thira) Airport flight. Check in to one of these options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Grab a Santorini (Thira) Airport rental car and explore Santorini (Thira) and beyond with your own wheels. Goldcar, CarQ and Centauro are well-known companies to choose from here.
Lock in the best rate by booking your ride from Santorini (Thira) Airport around three weeks before your trip.
When to fly to Santorini (Thira) Airport (JTR)
The quietest month for a flight from Athens International Airport to Santorini (Thira) Airport is March, while August is the most popular. Choose the best time to visit Santorini (Thira) based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
When reserving your flight from Athens International Airport to Santorini (Thira) Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Santorini (Thira), with the temperature ranging from 23ºC (73ºF) to 27ºC (81ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from ATH to JTR in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 10ºC (50ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF) on average.
Explore more of Greece
Santorini (Thira) has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of Greece just waiting to be discovered. Around 225 kilometres north-west of Santorini (Thira), a visit to Athens will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with leading sights like Acropolis of Athens, The Parthenon and Erechtheion.
Around 451 kilometres north-west of Santorini (Thira), Larisa is another favourite stop in Greece. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Larissa Ancient Ruins, Municipal Art Gallery of Larissa and The Church Of St. George.
