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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Washington D.C. to Athens International? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Athens.R 3,576 per passenger.Departing Thu, 16 Oct.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Baltimore Washington International on Thu, 16 Oct, arriving in Athens International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,576, select.
Athens.R 3,914 per passenger.Departing Sat, 27 Sep.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Washington Dulles on Sat, 27 Sep, arriving in Athens International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,914, select.
Athens.R 4,624 per passenger.Departing Fri, 14 Nov.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Washington Dulles on Fri, 14 Nov, arriving in Athens International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 4,624, select.
Athens.R 5,368 per passenger.Departing Sat, 17 Jan.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Washington Dulles on Sat, 17 Jan, arriving in Athens International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,368, select.
Athens.R 5,739 per passenger.Departing Mon, 15 Dec.One-way flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from Baltimore Washington International on Mon, 15 Dec, arriving in Athens International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,739, select.
Athens.R 6,907 per passenger.Departing Mon, 16 Mar.One-way flight with Breeze Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Breeze Airways, departs from Washington Dulles on Mon, 16 Mar, arriving in Athens International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,907, select.
Athens.R 7,314 per passenger.Departing Sun, 17 May.One-way flight with Scandinavian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Scandinavian Airlines, departs from Washington Dulles on Sun, 17 May, arriving in Athens International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 7,314, select.
Athens.R 7,335 per passenger.Departing Sun, 19 Apr.One-way flight with Scandinavian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Scandinavian Airlines, departs from Washington Dulles on Sun, 19 Apr, arriving in Athens International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 7,335, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Washington D.C. to Athens International

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Washington D.C. to Athens International flights are currently cheapest in October.
Sep
from R 3,914
Oct
from R 3,576
Nov
from R 4,624
Dec
from R 5,739
Jan
from R 5,368
Feb
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Mar
from R 6,907
Apr
from R 7,335
May
from R 7,314
Jun
from R 9,037
Jul
from R 9,661
Aug
from R 9,386

Direct flights from Washington D.C. to Athens International

Washington D.C. to Athens International: Alternative routes

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

Washington D.C. to Athens: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 3,576
Cheapest month to flyOctober
Average flight time9 hrs, 43 mins
Most popular airlineAir Canada
Average flights per week44

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

The best price we found for a return flight from Washington D.C. to Athens International is R 7,867. 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.
9 hours and 43 minutes is the average flight time from Washington D.C. to Athens International.
Air Canada, SWISS and Lufthansa fly direct from Washington D.C. to Athens International.
As of September 2025, there are 44 flights per week flying from Washington D.C. to Athens International.
The cheapest month to fly from Washington D.C. to Athens International is usually February.
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 Monday, 2 February 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 9 hours and 43 minutes.
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.

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

  • When searching for your flight from Washington DC to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH), there's a good range of airports you can jet off from. Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA), Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) and Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI) are Washington DC's main terminals.

  • Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport is located in Athens. The city runs on the UTC+2 timezone and is six hours ahead of Washington DC.

  • For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your flight from Washington DC to ATH.

  • High season means busier airports, so show up even earlier. Give yourself at least two hours before a domestic flight and four hours for international journeys to stick to your schedule.

Airports in Washington DC

Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA)

  • Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to break up your journey and perhaps even visit a new city. When searching for cheap flights from Washington DC to ATH departing from Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to get ideas for where to visit along the way. Some popular options include:

    • Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)

    • Pearson International Airport (YYZ)

    • Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)

  • The journey from central Washington DC to DCA takes about 45 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a cab, you'll cover the 8 kilometres in 15 minutes or so, depending on traffic.

  • In search of a convenient hotel near Ronald Reagan National Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Washington DC to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:

  • 76.44% of flights leaving from Ronald Reagan National Airport make it to their destination on time.

  • DCA's address is 1 Aviation Circle.

Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)

  • You can book a direct Washington DC to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) plane ticket with departures from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD). See if flying from IAD works better for your plans.

  • From IAD, direct flights from Washington DC to ATH can be booked with United Airlines.

  • United Airlines is the most frequently booked airline flying from IAD to ATH.

  • Split up your flight from Washington DC to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport with a stop so you can recharge or cross another place off your list. Some great stopovers between Washington Dulles International Airport and ATH include:

    • London Heathrow Airport (LHR)

    • Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)

    • Vienna International Airport (VIE)

  • IAD is around 56 kilometres from central Washington DC. It'll take you 50 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 1 hour 10 minutes.

  • Start your holiday sooner with an extra night away from home. Before catching your Washington DC to ATH flight, unwind in one of these hotels near Washington Dulles International Airport:

  • Looking at how often flights stay on schedule, Washington Dulles International Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 74.39%.

  • You'll find IAD at 1 Saarinen Circle.

Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI)

  • Choosing a plane ticket from Washington DC to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) with one or more stops can offer you more departure time choices and access to lower fares. When flying from Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI), here's where you can make a pit stop at on the way to ATH:

    • O'Hare International Airport (ORD)

    • Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)

    • London Heathrow Airport (LHR)

  • From central Washington DC, BWI is around 48 kilometres away. It'll take you roughly 50 minutes to arrive by car and 1 hour 30 minutes or so if you use public transport.

  • Take the 'what ifs' out of departure day — stay close to Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport and know you'll be at your boarding gate with time to spare. Get settled at one of these hotels the day before if you have an early Washington DC to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport flight:

  • The on-time performance record of BWI is 77.13%. In simpler terms, that's how frequently flights from this airport arrive as planned.

About Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)

  • Have a late flight from Washington DC to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport? Don't let it leave you bleary-eyed. Stay at one of these hotels near ATH and get cosy, quick:

  • Go wherever you want, whenever you want with an Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Centauro, Green Motion or Surprice and experience more of Athens and beyond.

  • Booking your vehicle around three weeks in advance of your Washington DC to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport flight can help you lock in a great deal.

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

  • Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport is around 40 kilometres from the centre of Athens. It takes around 35 minutes or so to drive to the city.

  • When travelling by public transport, expect a journey of roughly 1 hour.

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

  • The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Washington DC to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport is R 3,576. For a return flight on this route, the best price is R 7,867. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.

  • To snag cheap flights from Washington DC to ATH, book your plane ticket four months ahead of your departure date.

  • The best month for scoring cheap Washington DC to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport tickets is September. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare prices, then select the dates that offer the biggest savings.

  • You don't need to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as a lower fare pops up on plane tickets from Washington DC to ATH.

  • Find an affordable flight from Washington DC to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport by using filters. Select your preferred times, airlines and number of stops, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.

The best time to fly from Washington DC to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)

  • It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Washington DC to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH). August is when most people travel to Athens. If you prefer a quieter vibe, think about going in February.

  • The warmest month in Athens is July, with temperatures ranging between 22ºC (72ºF) and 37ºC (99ºF). Book your Washington DC to ATH plane ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.

  • If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Washington DC to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport in January when temperatures are between 4ºC (39ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF).

More about Athens

  • Start your Athens trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Washington DC to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport, browse our selection of accommodation options including:

  • All great holidays should include a little sightseeing. Acropolis of Athens, The Parthenon and Erechtheion are must-visits when exploring Athens.

Explore more of Greece

  • Larisa is just one of the many places in Greece waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Athens. Around 225 kilometres away to the north-west, its best attractions include Ancient Theatre A, War Memorial and Larissa Ancient Ruins.

  • Kalamaria is another sought-after destination in Greece and is around 306 kilometres north of Athens. No journey is complete without a visit to Thetidos Park, Nautical Club of Thessaloniki and Kalamaria Marina Recreational Park.

Plan the rest of your trip from Washington D.C. to Athens

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