Cheap flights to Greece

Flights to Greece

Whitewashed villages, caldera sunsets, and charred souvlaki that hits differently when eaten by the Aegean Sea. Greece is the kind of destination Aussies dream about for years, with its mix of sunny afternoons spent island-hopping and ancient ruins. Whether you’re wandering through the Acropolis, sailing the Ionian, or dancing till dawn at a beach club in Mykonos, a trip to Greece is all about culture, coastline and ouzo-soaked sessions. Here’s just how to get there.

How long is the flight to Greece

There aren’t any direct flights to Athens Airport - the main airport in Greece - from Australia, so you’ll always need to make at least one stop.

• Sydney: 19 hours, 30 minutes (with stops)
• Melbourne: 19 hours (with stops)
• Brisbane: 19 hours, 25 minutes (with stops)
• Perth: 15 hours, 45 minutes (with stops)
• Adelaide: 18 hours, 15 minutes (with stops)

There are other airports in Greece, too, but you’ll need to make two connections. If you’re heading to the islands, some of the ones you can fly to include Mykonos, Santorini, Crete, and Corfu.

Which airlines fly direct to Greece

There aren’t any direct flights from Australia to Greece just yet, but plenty of one-stop options make the long haul smooth, whether you’re chasing comfort, value or a quick connection to the Greek islands.

• Air China: Reliable full-service option through Beijing with checked bags, in-flight meals and the chance to earn PhoenixMiles along the way.
• Emirates: Big baggage allowance, top-notch service and a breezy Dubai stopover. Great for full-service comfort and easy links to Athens, Santorini and Mykonos.
• Etihad Airways: Quiet cabins, solid value and polished service through Abu Dhabi. Ideal for travellers chasing smooth connections and Greece flight deals.
• Juneyao Airlines: Competitive fares with a stop in Shanghai Pudong, offering Star Alliance connectivity and comfortable full-service cabins.
• Qatar Airways: Flash planes, award-winning cabins and an efficient connection through Doha. Upgrade to Qsuite for next-level luxury on your Sydney to Greece flight.
• Scoot: The budget pick. Stop in Singapore, then build your own fare with extras like baggage, meals or Wi-Fi. Ideal for finding cheap flights to Greece.
• Turkish Airlines: Connect via Istanbul for generous baggage, excellent onboard food and onward flights across Europe. Perfect if you’re island-hopping from Athens.

Where you can fly direct to Greece from

There are no non-stop flights from Australia to Athens Airport, but one-stop connections are available from most major cities.

• Sydney: Fly with Emirates, Turkish Airlines, Etihad Airways, Qatar Airways, Scoot, Juneyao Airlines, Air China
• Melbourne: Fly with Emirates, Etihad Airways, Qatar Airways, Scoot, Juneyao Airlines, Air China
• Brisbane: Fly with Emirates, Qatar Airways, Scoot
• Perth: Fly with Emirates, Qatar Airways
• Adelaide: Fly with Emirates, Qatar Airways

Where is the airport in Greece?

Athens International sits out in Spata, about 33 km from the city. From there, it’s a straight shot into town on Metro Line 3, about 40 minutes to Syntagma Square. Express buses run all hours (handy if you’re ferry-bound at Piraeus), and there’s a queue of taxis and rideshares like Uber and Beat just outside. If you’re hiring a car, all the big names are inside the terminal, ready to get you on the road and island-hopping in no time.

When is the cheapest time to fly to Greece

May’s your best bet for good fares: after Easter, before the summer rush, and right when the weather’s perfect for ancient ruins and café-hopping. December and January are usually the priciest thanks to holiday crowds and northern hemisphere winter breaks. If you’re watching your spend, steer clear of peak festive season.

Passport and visa requirements when flying to Greece

Aussie travellers can visit Greece visa-free for up to 90 days. Just make sure your passport’s got at least three months’ validity beyond your trip (six months is safer). Longer stays or working there? You’ll need to tee up a visa through the Greek consulate before you go.

How early to arrive at the airport

Aim to arrive at your departure airport at least three hours before your international flight to Greece.

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