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Flight deals from Zagreb to Athens International

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Zagreb Airport to Athens International Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from R 1,954. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Zagreb to Athens International

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

Direct flights from Zagreb to Athens International

Zagreb to Athens International: Alternative routes

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

Zagreb to Athens: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 806
Cheapest month to flyOctober
Average flight time1 hr, 50 mins
Most popular airlineVolotea
Average flights per week4

Finding cheap flights from Zagreb to Athens International: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Zagreb to Athens International is R 1,954. 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.
1 hour and 50 minutes is the average flight time from Zagreb to Athens International.
Volotea and Aegean Airlines fly direct from Zagreb to Athens International.
As of June 2026, there are 4 flights per week flying from Zagreb to Athens International.
The cheapest month to fly from Zagreb to Athens International is usually July.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Zagreb Airport to Athens International Airport on Wednesday, 1 July 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 50 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.

Currently, Ryanair and Aegean Airlines offer the cheapest flight tickets to Athens International.

Travelling from Zagreb Airport (ZAG) to Athens International Airport (ATH): what you need to know

  • Around 1 hour 50 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Zagreb Airport to Athens International Airport.

  • The timezone in Athens is UTC+2, which is one hour ahead of Zagreb.

  • Each week, there are three Zagreb Airport to Athens International Airport flights. If you'd like to jet off as soon as possible, opt for the 18:30 Aegean Airlines flight. If you'd rather make the most of your day before you fly, the last flight is at 19:15 with Aegean Airlines.

  • Give yourself enough time to make your ZAG to ATH flight. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • Be prepared for longer queues in popular months like September. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will give you ample time for security and boarding.

  • Aegean Airlines offers direct flights from Zagreb Airport to Athens International Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to tick off the sights in Athens — and maybe even more of Greece if time allows.

  • The airline most travellers fly with on this route is Aegean Airlines.

  • With 76.19% of services arriving as scheduled, Aegean Airlines is the most punctual carrier offering ZAG to ATH flights.

Handy information about Zagreb Airport (ZAG)

  • When it comes to the on-time performance of Zagreb Airport, 76% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.

  • Zagreb Airport is about 11 kilometres from central Zagreb. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.

  • The trip on public transport takes roughly 35 minutes.

  • Looking for a handy hotel close to ZAG? If you've booked an early flight from Zagreb Airport to Athens International Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your check-in counter:

Arriving at Athens International Airport (ATH)

  • The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Zagreb Airport to Athens International Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near ATH instead:

  • Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Athens International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Centauro, Green Motion or Surprice and find adventure across Athens and beyond.

  • Booking your vehicle from Athens International Airport about three weeks ahead increases your chances of getting a good deal.

When to fly to Athens International Airport (ATH)

  • It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from Zagreb Airport to Athens International Airport. August is the most popular month to head to Athens. If you want a quieter vibe, go in March.

  • Book your flight from Zagreb Airport to Athens International Airport for July if you'd like to visit Athens during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 22ºC (72ºF) and 37ºC (99ºF).

  • If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from ZAG to ATH in January. Temperatures average between 4ºC (39ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF) then.

Explore more of Greece

  • Thessaloniki is just one of the many places in Greece waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Athens. Around 306 kilometres away to the north, well-known attractions include Church of Agia Sofia, Archaeological Museum of Thessaloniki and Alexander the Great Statue.

  • If you're ready to explore another corner 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 key highlights.

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