Flights from Sydney (SYD) to Athens (ATH)

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Cheapest Flights from Sydney (SYD) to Athens (ATH)

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Air China
Wed, 26 Aug - Fri, 16 Oct
SYD
Kingsford Smith Intl.
ATH
Eleftherios Venizelos
AU$1,297 Return, found 3 days ago
AU$1,297
Return
found 3 days ago
Select Air China flight, departing Wed, 26 Aug from Kingsford Smith Intl. to Eleftherios Venizelos, returning Fri, 16 Oct, priced at AU$1,297 found 3 days ago
Scoot
Mon, 24 Aug - Wed, 14 Oct
SYD
Kingsford Smith Intl.
ATH
Eleftherios Venizelos
AU$1,808 Return, found 3 days ago
AU$1,808
Return
found 3 days ago
Select Scoot flight, departing Mon, 24 Aug from Kingsford Smith Intl. to Eleftherios Venizelos, returning Wed, 14 Oct, priced at AU$1,808 found 3 days ago
Etihad Airways
Mon, 27 July - Wed, 12 Aug
SYD
Kingsford Smith Intl.
ATH
Eleftherios Venizelos
AU$1,998 Return, found 2 days ago
AU$1,998
Return
found 2 days ago
Select Etihad Airways flight, departing Mon, 27 July from Kingsford Smith Intl. to Eleftherios Venizelos, returning Wed, 12 Aug, priced at AU$1,998 found 2 days ago
Emirates
Wed, 29 July - Thu, 30 July
SYD
Kingsford Smith Intl.
ATH
Eleftherios Venizelos
AU$2,138 Return, found 2 days ago
AU$2,138
Return
found 2 days ago
Select Emirates flight, departing Wed, 29 July from Kingsford Smith Intl. to Eleftherios Venizelos, returning Thu, 30 July, priced at AU$2,138 found 2 days ago
Qatar Airways
Sun, 26 July - Tue, 11 Aug
SYD
Kingsford Smith Intl.
ATH
Eleftherios Venizelos
AU$2,143 Return, found 2 days ago
AU$2,143
Return
found 2 days ago
Select Qatar Airways flight, departing Sun, 26 July from Kingsford Smith Intl. to Eleftherios Venizelos, returning Tue, 11 Aug, priced at AU$2,143 found 2 days ago

Best Day to Book Flight from Sydney (SYD) to Athens (ATH)

Sydney to Athens Flight Information

Find the Cheapest Flights from Sydney (SYD) to Athens (ATH)

Work hard, travel harder! Wotif brings you the cheapest Sydney to Athens flights, making it possible to have a five star holiday without that five star price tag. Browse and compare our top SYD to ATH routes and airport options. So, go ahead and treat yourself, your sweetheart, or the kids to an unforgettable holiday this year.

to Information

Traveling From
Kingsford Smith Intl.
Origin Airport
Origin Airport IATA Code
SYD
Traveling To
Eleftherios Venizelos
Destination Airport
Destination Airport IATA Code
ATH
Number of Airlines Serving
Average Flight Time
 hours mins
Direct Flight Time
 hours mins
Flight Price
AU$1,297

Frequently asked questions

How long is the flight from SYD to Eleftherios Venizelos Airport (ATH)?
The trip from SYD to Eleftherios Venizelos Airport (ATH) takes somewhere around 19 hours and 40 minutes. Use those hours to make plans for the first part of your getaway or simply catch up on some sleep.
What airlines fly direct from Kingsford Smith Intl. Airport (SYD) to Athens International Airport?
If you're headed from Sydney to Spata-Artemida, get ready for a stopover. Singapore Airlines, Qantas and Emirates will all fly you to your destination with just one change of aircraft. A chance to stretch your legs and go to the toilet in a cubicle which is almost big enough to swing a cat in. Having a layover has its pluses.
What are the cheapest days to fly?
Here's an insider tip: Monday is typically the cheapest day to fly! Looking at flight demand on Wotif in 2021, we found that flights departing on a Monday generally had the lowest average price, closely followed by flights on a Saturday. You might want to think twice about flying on a Thursday though; generally, our data showed that it had the highest average ticket price.
What is the best day to buy a plane ticket?
Guess what? It turns out that early in the week is the best time to score the cheapest plane tickets. Looking at flight demand on Wotif in 2021, we found that flights purchased on a Monday had the lowest airfares on average. Booking your plane ticket on the weekend also seems to score pretty good deals. However, airfares purchased on a Friday generally have a higher than average ticket value, so you might want to prepare your budget if you're booking on that day.
What is the cheapest month to fly?
When comparing airfares booked through Wotif in 2021, our data shows February is one of the cheapest months to fly. On the other hand, the month of December can be one of the most expensive times to travel, with the highest average ticket price, so it's best to get in early if December is your preferred travel month.
How far in advance can you book a flight?
Trying to figure out how early you should book your flight? It's possible to start comparing international airfares on Wotif up to 12 months in advance. However, it does depend on the carrier as not all airlines release their prices that far out. According to Wotif's 2021 flight demand trends, you can bag a bargain with some of the cheapest airfares appearing just 1 week prior to travel.*According to flight demand on Wotif.com from January to December 2021. Savings are subject to change and may vary depending on selections made.
Address:
Athens ,
Greece
IATA code:
ATH
Longitude:
23.946486
Latitude:
37.93635
Time zone:
Europe/Athens
Address:
Sydney NSW,
Australia
IATA code:
SYD
Longitude:
151.179898
Latitude:
-33.932922
Time zone:
Australia/Sydney

Sydney to Athens Flight Deals from AU$1,297

Considering a quick trip to Athens, but not sure which is the best route for you? Well, you’re in luck! Wotif has done the hard work, so all you need to do is check out these flights from SYD to ATH. With heaps of cheap fares from Sydney, we guarantee you’ll be arriving to your holiday destination in style without emptying your bank account in the process.

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For a huge choice of flights, simply enter your travel dates and hit search and we’ll hunt out fantastic deals on one-way, return and multi-city airfares to Athens from Sydney from 10 different airlines. If you click the ‘direct flights’ box, you see flights that’ll get you to Athens in just hour(s) and mins, too.   

Snap up great deals on flights to Athens from Sydney 

Choose from flights a day on average, with prices starting at AU$1,297 and rising to AU$2,143 depending on the cabin class, travel dates, and airline carrier. And if you’re up for a last-minute getaway, you can get great deals on flights from Sydney to Athens today!  

Find cheap airfares to Athens from Sydney 

Here are our insider tips for bagging a flight bargain: 

  • Look for midweek flights and late night, early morning arrival and departure times
  • Check out other airports near Sydney and Athens
  • Avoid peak season (prices tend to be lower in August)
  • Be flexible with your travel dates and you can usually get cheaper options  

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Great places to stay after flight from Sydney to Athens

Sofitel Athens Airport

Sofitel Athens Airport

5 out of 5
Athens International Airport Spata-Artemida Attiki
The price is AU$651 per night from 4 Aug to 5 Aug
AU$651
4 Aug - 5 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Spata-Artemida. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (2,619 reviews)
"Excellent"

Reviewed on 13 July 2026

Sofitel Athens Airport
Boutique Studios & Apartments-by Avelink

Boutique Studios & Apartments-by Avelink

20 Mpeka Spata-Artemida Attica
The price is AU$185 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
AU$185
17 Aug - 18 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this guesthouse in Spata-Artemida. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an airport shuttle (surcharge) and satellite TV channels. Popular attractions Speed Force International ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (442 reviews)
"It has alot of potential, just smelled when we got there and after that it makes us feel like the place is dirty, even if it doesn't look it. Not sure what it was, hether it as because no air circulation in the room and maybe hadn't been used in a while, not sure."

Reviewed on 13 July 2026

Boutique Studios & Apartments-by Avelink
Zeus Dolce by Wyndham Athens

Zeus Dolce by Wyndham Athens

5 out of 5
Vravronos Avenue Markopoulo Mesogaias Attica
The price is AU$392 per night from 13 Aug to 14 Aug
AU$392
13 Aug - 14 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Markopoulo Mesogaias. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their ...
7.6/10 Good! (414 reviews)
"The location and the views are absolutely beautiful, and that’s the hotel’s biggest strength. Unfortunately, the rest of the experience was disappointing. The staff was not very attentive, there was no entertainment at all, most of the gym equipment was out of order, and the food was repetitive and ..."

Reviewed on 16 July 2026

Zeus Dolce by Wyndham Athens
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Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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