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Flight deals from Washington D.C. to Athens International Airport

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Washington D.C. to Athens International Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from R 12,187. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Athens.R 5,012 per passenger.Departing Mon, 12 Oct.One-way flight with TAP Air Portugal.Outbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from Washington Dulles on Mon, 12 Oct, arriving in Athens International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,012, select.

Athens.R 6,095 per passenger.Departing Sat, 18 Apr.One-way flight with Icelandair.Outbound indirect flight with Icelandair, departs from Baltimore Washington International on Sat, 18 Apr, arriving in Athens International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,095, select.

Athens.R 6,113 per passenger.Departing Thu, 14 May.One-way flight with Icelandair.Outbound indirect flight with Icelandair, departs from Baltimore Washington International on Thu, 14 May, arriving in Athens International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,113, select.

Athens.R 6,588 per passenger.Departing Tue, 15 Sep.One-way flight with TAP Air Portugal.Outbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from Washington Dulles on Tue, 15 Sep, arriving in Athens International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,588, select.

Athens.R 6,673 per passenger.Departing Sun, 23 Aug.One-way flight with Aer Lingus.Outbound indirect flight with Aer Lingus, departs from Washington Dulles on Sun, 23 Aug, arriving in Athens International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,673, select.

Athens.R 6,770 per passenger.Departing Mon, 8 Jun.One-way flight with Icelandair.Outbound indirect flight with Icelandair, departs from Baltimore Washington International on Mon, 8 Jun, arriving in Athens International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,770, select.

Athens.R 6,972 per passenger.Departing Wed, 29 Jul.One-way flight with Aer Lingus.Outbound indirect flight with Aer Lingus, departs from Washington Dulles on Wed, 29 Jul, arriving in Athens International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,972, select.

Athens.R 7,323 per passenger.Departing Mon, 4 Jan.One-way flight with Icelandair.Outbound indirect flight with Icelandair, departs from Baltimore Washington International on Mon, 4 Jan, arriving in Athens International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 7,323, select.

Athens.R 7,817 per passenger.Departing Tue, 8 Dec.One-way flight with TAP Air Portugal.Outbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from Washington Dulles on Tue, 8 Dec, arriving in Athens International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 7,817, select.

Athens.R 8,154 per passenger.Departing Thu, 26 Nov.One-way flight with TAP Air Portugal.Outbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from Washington Dulles on Thu, 26 Nov, arriving in Athens International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 8,154, select.

Athens.R 8,207 per passenger.Departing Fri, 26 Mar.One-way flight with TAP Air Portugal.Outbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from Washington Dulles on Fri, 26 Mar, arriving in Athens International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 8,207, select.

Athens.R 13,621 per passenger.Departing Tue, 11 Aug.One-way flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Washington Dulles on Tue, 11 Aug, arriving in Athens International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 13,621, select.

Athens.R 13,621 per passenger.Departing Sun, 18 Oct.One-way flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Washington Dulles on Sun, 18 Oct, arriving in Athens International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 13,621, select.

Athens.R 14,583 per passenger.Departing Wed, 29 Jul.One-way flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Washington Dulles on Wed, 29 Jul, arriving in Athens International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 14,583, select.

Athens.R 14,589 per passenger.Departing Mon, 28 Sep.One-way flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Washington Dulles on Mon, 28 Sep, arriving in Athens International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 14,589, select.

Athens.R 15,082 per passenger.Departing Sun, 10 May.One-way flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Washington Dulles on Sun, 10 May, arriving in Athens International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 15,082, select.

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Washington D.C. to Athens International: Alternative routes

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Washington D.C. to Athens: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found	R 5,012
Cheapest month to fly	October
Average flight time	9 hrs, 45 mins
Most popular airline	Air Canada
Average flights per week	46

Finding cheap flights from Washington D.C. to Athens International: Frequently asked questions

How much are return flights from Washington D.C. to Athens International?

The best price we found for a return flight from Washington D.C. to Athens International is R 10,797. 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.

How long does it take to fly from Washington D.C. to Athens International?

9 hours and 45 minutes is the average flight time from Washington D.C. to Athens International.

Which airlines fly direct from Washington D.C. to Athens International?

Air Canada, SWISS and United fly direct from Washington D.C. to Athens International.

How many flights are there a week from Washington D.C. to Athens International?

As of April 2026, there are 46 flights per week flying from Washington D.C. to Athens International.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Washington D.C. to Athens International?

The cheapest month to fly from Washington D.C. to Athens International is usually October.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Washington D.C. to Athens International Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Washington D.C. to Athens International Airport on Saturday, 3 October 2026.

Can I get a direct flight from Washington D.C. to Athens International Airport?

Yes – the average flight time is 9 hours and 45 minutes.

How can I find the best flight deal to Athens International?

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.

When is the best time to book flights to Athens?

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.

Travelling from Washington DC to Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH): What you need to know

Washington DC's main base, Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD), is where countless incredible trips begin. Explore the options for leaving from here when booking your flight from Washington DC to Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH).
Athens is seven hours ahead of Washington DC. Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport is located in Athens, which follows the UTC+2 timezone.
Leave enough time to make your flight from Washington DC to ATH. A good rule of thumb is to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Popular months like April or holiday periods such as spring break and Christmas will mean longer queues at check-in and security. Travelling then? Play it safe and get to the terminal even earlier. Arriving two hours before a domestic flight and up four hours ahead of an international flight is a wise idea.

Airports in Washington DC

Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA)

A stopover is the ideal opportunity to take a travel break and perhaps even tour another city. When browsing cheap flights from Washington DC to ATH leaving from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to find out where you can visit along the way. Here's where you could connect through:
- Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
- Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
- Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
DCA is around 6 kilometres from central Washington DC. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take 10 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the journey time to be around 25 minutes.
In search of a comfortable hotel close to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Washington DC to Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport, these accommodation options will put you a quick hop from check-in:
Of the flights that depart from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport, 76% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
DCA is located at 1 Aviation Circle.

Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)

Consider beginning your travels from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD). You can book a direct Washington DC to Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) plane ticket with departures from this hub.
United Airlines operates direct flights from Washington DC to ATH out of IAD. Book your favourite window (or aisle) seat and get to your destination in a single stretch.
United is the top choice for bookings on the IAD to ATH route.
Tick a new place off your list or just take some time to unwind with a stopover. If you'd like to split up your flight from Washington DC to Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport, here's where you can stop when setting off from Washington Dulles International Airport:
- London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
- Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
- Vienna International Airport (VIE)
IAD is about 40 kilometres from central Washington DC. It'll take you 45 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour 10 minutes.
Got an early start? You might like to check in to one of these accommodation options near Washington Dulles International Airport the day before your Washington DC to ATH flight:
Washington Dulles International Airport has an on-time performance of 74%. This figure provides insight into how frequently flights departing from this airport make it to their destination on schedule.
The street address for IAD is 1 Saarinen Circle.

Baltimore Washington International Airport (BWI)

You can reserve a plane ticket from Washington DC to Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) with one or more stops out of Baltimore Washington International Airport (BWI). These are some of the most popular stopovers between BWI and ATH:
- Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
- Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport (ATL)
- London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
BWI is around 48 kilometres from central Washington DC. Driving from the city centre to the airport takes about 40 minutes. If you're planning to use public transport, expect a journey of around 50 minutes.
Skip the morning rush on departure day — stay close to Baltimore Washington International Airport and know you'll get to your boarding gate with time to spare. Get comfy at one of these hotels the day before if you're catching an early Washington DC to Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport flight:
The on-time performance record of BWI is 77%. In other words, that's how frequently flights that depart this airport arrive at their destination as planned.

About Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)

The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Washington DC to Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport. Book one of these accommodation options near ATH instead:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Centauro, Green Motion or Surprice and experience the lesser-explored corners of Athens and beyond.
Lock in the best rate by booking your ride around three weeks ahead of your Washington DC to Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport flight.

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

Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport is around 19 kilometres from central Athens. How long it'll take to get to the centre in a taxi or car hire depends on the time of day. Do a little research before your trip.
Travelling on public transport takes around 40 minutes.

How to find the cheapest flights from Washington DC to Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)

The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Washington DC to Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport is R 5,012. For a return flight on this route, the best price is R 10,797. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
To snap up cheap flights from Washington DC to ATH, book your plane ticket four months before your planned departure.
Organise your trip for September. That's the best month for scoring an awesome deal on Washington DC to Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport tickets. If you're flexible on when you fly, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across every month.
There's no need to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment a new deal shows up on plane tickets from Washington DC to ATH.
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The best time to fly from Washington DC to Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)

January is the quietest month for flights from Washington DC to Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH), while July is the busiest. Figure out the best time to visit Athens based on whether you like a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
When booking your Washington DC to ATH plane ticket, consider what kind of weather works for you. July is the warmest month in Athens, with temperatures ranging from 22ºC (72ºF) to 37ºC (99ºF).
January has temperatures of between 4ºC (39ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF). Look for cheap tickets from Washington DC to Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.

More about Athens

Once you've booked your flight from Washington DC to Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport, find a hotel that puts you in a great location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Athens:
Acropolis of Athens and The Parthenon are just two of the leading attractions to add to your Athens to-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at Erechtheion.

Explore more of Greece

Athens is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of Greece waiting to be explored. Around 225 kilometres northwest of Athens, a visit to Larisa will keep your itinerary packed. Start with popular sights like Larissa Ancient Ruins, Municipal Art Gallery of Larissa and The Church Of St. George.
Around 306 kilometres north of Athens, Kalamaria is another favourite stop in Greece. Start your sightseeing at Macedonian Tomb Park, Nautical Club of Thessaloniki and Thetidos Park.