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Flight deals from Raleigh / Durham to Athens International

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Raleigh / Durham Airport to Athens International Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from R 11,137. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Athens.R 4,120 per passenger.Departing Sat, 10 Oct.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Raleigh / Durham on Sat, 10 Oct, arriving in Athens International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 4,120, select.
Athens.R 4,429 per passenger.Departing Fri, 25 Sep.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Raleigh / Durham on Fri, 25 Sep, arriving in Athens International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 4,429, select.
Athens.R 4,880 per passenger.Departing Mon, 3 Aug.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Raleigh / Durham on Mon, 3 Aug, arriving in Athens International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 4,880, select.
Athens.R 5,010 per passenger.Departing Fri, 4 Dec.One-way flight with Icelandair.Outbound indirect flight with Icelandair, departs from Raleigh / Durham on Fri, 4 Dec, arriving in Athens International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,010, select.
Athens.R 5,195 per passenger.Departing Mon, 4 Jan.One-way flight with Icelandair.Outbound indirect flight with Icelandair, departs from Raleigh / Durham on Mon, 4 Jan, arriving in Athens International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,195, select.
Athens.R 5,280 per passenger.Departing Sun, 12 Jul.One-way flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from Raleigh / Durham on Sun, 12 Jul, arriving in Athens International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,280, select.
Athens.R 5,826 per passenger.Departing Mon, 23 Nov.One-way flight with Air France.Outbound indirect flight with Air France, departs from Raleigh / Durham on Mon, 23 Nov, arriving in Athens International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,826, select.
Athens.R 9,545 per passenger.Departing Mon, 31 May.One-way flight with Icelandair.Outbound indirect flight with Icelandair, departs from Raleigh / Durham on Mon, 31 May, arriving in Athens International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 9,545, select.
Athens.R 11,051 per passenger.Departing Tue, 8 Jun.One-way flight with Air France.Outbound indirect flight with Air France, departs from Raleigh / Durham on Tue, 8 Jun, arriving in Athens International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 11,051, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Raleigh / Durham to Athens International

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Raleigh / Durham to Athens International flights are currently cheapest in October.
Jul
from R 5,280
Aug
from R 4,880
Sep
from R 4,429
Oct
from R 4,120
Nov
from R 5,826
Dec
from R 5,010
Jan
from R 5,195
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May
from R 9,545
Jun
from R 11,051

Raleigh / Durham to Athens International: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Raleigh / Durham to Athens below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Athens International.

Athens International

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Durham to Athens: Flight information

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Cheapest flight foundR 4,120
Cheapest month to flyOctober

Finding cheap flights from Raleigh / Durham to Athens International: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Raleigh / Durham to Athens International is R 11,133. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Raleigh / Durham to Athens International. But we found flights with one or more stops from R 11,133.
As of July 2026, there are no flights flying from Raleigh / Durham to Athens International.
The cheapest month to fly from Raleigh / Durham to Athens International is usually October.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Raleigh / Durham Airport to Athens International Airport on Saturday, 3 October 2026.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Raleigh / Durham Airport and Athens International Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Athens International but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Athens is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Currently, Frontier Airlines offers the cheapest flight tickets to Athens International.

Travelling from Raleigh / Durham Airport (RDU) to Athens International Airport (ATH): what you need to know

  • The timezone in Athens is UTC+2, which is seven hours ahead of Durham.

  • For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to catch your RDU to ATH flight.

  • Be prepared for longer queues during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.

  • We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Raleigh / Durham Airport to Athens International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to visit the city of your choice. Worthwhile stopovers between RDU and ATH include:

    • New York John F. Kennedy Airport

    • New York Newark Airport

    • Philadelphia International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Raleigh / Durham Airport (RDU) to Athens International Airport (ATH)

  • R 4,120 is currently the best price for a one-way Raleigh / Durham Airport to Athens International Airport flight. Return flights start at R 11,133. These prices may change depending on availability.

  • It's a good idea to book in advance if you want to find cheap tickets from RDU to ATH. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.

  • Getting cheap flights from Raleigh / Durham Airport to Athens International Airport is more likely if you can be flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the lowest fares throughout the month and snap up a great deal.

  • You don't need to check every day to see if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll update you the moment there's a better deal on cheap flights from RDU to ATH.

  • Tailor your trip using filters. Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Raleigh / Durham Airport to Athens International Airport.

Handy information about Raleigh / Durham Airport (RDU)

Arriving at Athens International Airport (ATH)

  • Consider staying in a hotel close to ATH if you're catching a late Raleigh / Durham Airport to Athens International Airport flight. Select one of these options and skip the long transfer:

  • Grab a Athens International Airport rental car and explore Athens and beyond with your own set of wheels. Centauro, Green Motion and Surprice are well-known companies to choose from here.

  • Reserving your vehicle from Athens International Airport around three weeks ahead can help you get the lowest rate.

Getting from Athens International Airport (ATH) to central Athens

  • Athens International Airport to central Athens has a drive time of about 35 minutes. It's approximately 32 kilometres away.

  • It typically takes 40 minutes if you're using public transport.

When to fly to Athens International Airport (ATH)

  • The quietest month for a flight from Raleigh / Durham Airport to Athens International Airport is March, while August is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to go to Athens based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.

  • The warmest month in Athens is July, with the temperature ranging between 22ºC (72ºF) and 37ºC (99ºF). Lock in your flights from Raleigh / Durham Airport to Athens International Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.

  • January has average temperatures of between 4ºC (39ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF). Look for cheap tickets from RDU to ATH sometime then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.

Explore more of Greece

  • You've visited Athens, now it's time to discover other parts of Greece. Travel about 306 kilometres north to Thessaloniki to check off its top attractions. From Church of Agia Sofia to Archaeological Museum of Thessaloniki and Alexander the Great Statue, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.

  • If you're ready to explore another side of Greece, head for Larisa, roughly 209 kilometres north-west of Athens. Larissa Ancient Ruins, Municipal Art Gallery of Larissa and The Church Of St. George are among the biggest draws.

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