Cheap Flights from Sharm El Sheikh to Athens International

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Find the cheapest month to fly from Sharm El Sheikh to Athens International

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Sharm El Sheikh to Athens International flights are currently cheapest in January.

Direct flights from Sharm El Sheikh to Athens International

Sharm El Sheikh to Athens International: Alternative routes

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

Sharm El Sheikh to Athens: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 1,440
Cheapest month to flyJanuary
Average flight time2 hrs
Most popular airlineAegean Airlines
Average flights per week2

Finding cheap flights from Sharm El Sheikh to Athens International: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Sharm El Sheikh to Athens International is R 4,336. 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.
2 hours is the average flight time from Sharm El Sheikh to Athens International.
Aegean Airlines flies direct from Sharm El Sheikh to Athens International.
As of August 2025, there are 2 flights per week flying from Sharm El Sheikh to Athens International.
The cheapest month to fly from Sharm El Sheikh to Athens International is usually November.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Sharm El Sheikh Airport to Athens International Airport on Sunday, 30 November 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours.
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, Wizz Air Malta and Aegean Airlines offer the cheapest flight tickets to Athens International.

Travelling from Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH) to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH): what you need to know

  • Sharm El Sheikh and Athens are both in the UTC+2 timezone. This means you won't have to adjust your watch after you land.

  • Your SSH to ATH flight won't wait if you're running late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.

  • Flying during a peak time like August? School holidays and other popular periods can mean longer lines and delays at airport checkpoints. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.

  • Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Sharm El Sheikh Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or even explore someplace new along the way. Here's where you can stop between SSH and ATH:

    • Cairo International Airport

    • Queen Alia International Airport

    • Sabiha Gokcen International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH) to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)

  • Currently, R 1,440 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Sharm El Sheikh Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is R 4,336. Keep in mind that fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.

  • To pick up cheap tickets from SSH to ATH, book as early as you can. Airlines typically offer lower prices when flights are first released.

  • If you're willing to be flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' search function. It'll show you the cheapest price across every month when searching for your flight from Sharm El Sheikh Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport.

  • You won't have to check every day to see if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment there's a new deal on cheap flights from SSH to ATH.

  • Tailor your flights using filters. Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Sharm El Sheikh Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport.

Handy information about Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH)

  • 65.11% of flights that take off from Sharm El Sheikh Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.

  • Central Sharm El Sheikh to Sharm El Sheikh Airport is around 5 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 5 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.

  • The trip when using public transport typically takes 50 minutes.

  • Get your journey off to a stress-free start by staying near SSH. Whether you've booked an early flight from Sharm El Sheikh Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels have you covered:

Arriving at Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)

  • If you're arriving on a late Sharm El Sheikh Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport flight, few things top the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing shortly after at one of these options near ATH:

  • Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up an Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Centauro, Green Motion or Surprice and explore beyond Athens's main sights.

  • Reserving your ride from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport around three weeks ahead gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.

Getting from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) to central Athens

  • From Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport, Athens is approximately 40 kilometres away. It takes around 35 minutes to reach the centre driving.

  • It typically takes 1 hour to get there using public transport.

When to fly to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)

  • It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from Sharm El Sheikh Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport. July is the busiest month to visit Athens. If you're after a more low-key vibe, go in January.

  • When booking your flight from Sharm El Sheikh Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Athens, with the temperature ranging from 22ºC (72ºF) to 37ºC (99ºF).

  • Look for cheap tickets from SSH to ATH in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 4ºC (39ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF) on average.

Explore more of Greece

  • Athens has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of Greece you'll want to see. Around 306 kilometres north of Athens, a visit to Thessaloniki will keep your itinerary packed. Start with attractions like Arch of Galerius, Aristotelous Square and Museum of Byzantine Culture.

  • Larisa is another must-experience destination in Greece and is around 209 kilometres north-west of Athens. No journey is complete without seeing Agioi Saranta, Saint George Orthodox Church and Second Ancient Theatre.

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