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$248+ Cheap flights from Chicago (CHI) to Athens (ATH)

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CHI — ATH
Jan 20 — Jan 271
Tue 1/20
Tue 1/27
1 adult, Economy
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Tue 12/305:50 pmORD - ATH
2 stops22h 45mSWISS
Mon 1/125:40 pmATH - ORD
2 stops28h 30mSWISS
Deal found 12/21$589
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Wed 12/319:50 pmORD - ATH
1 stop19h 50mLufthansa
Sun 2/16:15 amATH - ORD
1 stop14h 55mLufthansa
Deal found 12/19$604
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Tue 12/305:50 pmORD - ATH
2 stops22h 45mSWISS
Sat 2/77:05 amATH - ORD
1 stop17h 15mSWISS
Deal found 12/19$616
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Tue 12/304:10 pmORD - ATH
1 stop24h 25mSWISS
Sun 1/115:40 pmATH - ORD
1 stop27h 05mSWISS
Deal found 12/20$619
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Mon 12/296:10 pmORD - ATH
2 stops46h 25mSWISS
Mon 1/125:40 pmATH - ORD
2 stops52h 30mSWISS
Deal found 12/20$630
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Tue 12/303:45 pmORD - ATH
2 stops36h 15mLufthansa
Sat 2/76:30 amATH - ORD
2 stops20h 03mLufthansa
Deal found 12/19$634
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Tue 12/308:00 amORD - ATH
1 stop17h 55mKLM
Sat 2/76:05 amATH - ORD
1 stop16h 15mKLM
Deal found 12/19$636
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Tue 12/306:00 amMDW - ATH
2 stops19h 55mDelta
Mon 1/126:05 amATH - MDW
2 stops18h 24mDelta
Deal found 12/21$1,436
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Fri 12/269:29 amMDW - ATH
2 stops19h 11mDelta
Wed 1/142:35 pmATH - MDW
2 stops33h 54mDelta
Deal found 12/20$1,594
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Mon 12/229:50 amMDW - ATH
2 stops19h 45mDelta
Mon 12/296:05 amATH - MDW
2 stops19h 21mDelta
Deal found 12/21$2,011
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Thu 12/256:00 amMDW - ATH
2 stops19h 55mDelta
Tue 7/216:00 amATH - MDW
2 stops20h 31mDelta
Deal found 12/19$2,058
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Tue 12/235:59 pmMDW - ATH
2 stops31h 56mDelta
Tue 12/301:45 pmATH - MDW
2 stops27h 20mDelta
Deal found 12/18$2,103

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Chicago (CHI) to Athens (ATH). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated December 21, 2025.

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eDreams
3 stars

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eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$500
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One-way from

$248
(Kiwi.com)

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June

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$799

Good round-trip deal

$1,058 or less

Good one-way deal

$737 or less
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Chicago to Athens that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated December 21, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Chicago to Athens that are best for you.

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ChicagoAthens

ORD - ATH

ORDATH

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 2/11

7:20 pm-6:40 pm

1 stop15h 20m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Thu 2/19

2:10 pm-4:45 pm

1 stop34h 35m

$558

ChicagoAthens

ORD - ATH

ORDATH

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 3/4

9:50 pm-1:40 am

1 stop19h 50m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Wed 3/11

10:55 am-2:33 pm

2 stops34h 38m

$572

ChicagoAthens

ORD - ATH

ORDATH

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 2/14

7:20 pm-7:30 pm

1 stop16h 10m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Mon 2/23

7:30 pm-9:57 pm

2 stops34h 27m

$576

ChicagoAthens

ORD - ATH

ORDATH

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 3/23

5:25 pm-4:35 pm

1 stop16h 10m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Fri 3/27

6:05 am-3:20 pm

1 stop16h 15m

$591

ChicagoAthens

ORD - ATH

ORDATH

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 3/22

5:05 pm-1:25 pm

1 stop13h 20m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Tue 3/24

1:10 pm-3:10 pm

1 stop33h 00m

$595

ChicagoAthens

MDW - ATH

MDWATH

Chicago Midway

Sun 3/1

9:50 am-1:35 pm

2 stops19h 45m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Wed 3/11

6:05 am-10:31 pm

2 stops23h 26m

$600

ChicagoAthens

ORD - ATH

ORDATH

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 2/13

7:20 pm-6:40 pm

1 stop15h 20m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Mon 2/23

7:30 pm-9:57 pm

2 stops34h 27m

$616

ChicagoAthens

ORD - ATH

ORDATH

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 3/22

11:05 am-6:35 pm

2 stops24h 30m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Mon 3/30

7:30 pm-6:38 pm

2 stops31h 08m

$628

ChicagoAthens

ORD - ATH

ORDATH

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 3/22

11:35 pm-1:40 am

2 stops19h 05m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Fri 3/27

6:05 am-6:20 am

2 stops31h 15m

$637

ChicagoAthens

ORD - ATH

ORDATH

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 3/24

2:00 pm-9:20 am

1 stop12h 20m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Sat 3/28

1:25 pm-1:20 pm

1 stop30h 55m

$651

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Chicago to Athens in December.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
OvagoPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*2 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Chicago-Athens flights, users find the pricing of eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on Chicago-Athens flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Chicago-Athens flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Chicago-Athens flights, Cheapflights users trust eDreams the most. eDreams has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Chicago-Athens flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Chicago to Athens

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Chicago to Athens

How far ahead should I book a flight from Chicago to Athens?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Chicago to Athens. Price data was last updated on December 12, 2025.

Booking 70 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Chicago to Athens. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Chicago to Athens?

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Athens (average of $454). Flying from Chicago to Athens in June is currently the most expensive (average of $702). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from CHI to ATH?

Find hourly flight availability from Chicago to Athens. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated December 21, 2025.

Unlike in the afternoon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 31% on flights from Chicago to Athens by exploring options for tickets in the morning.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Chicago to Athens?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Chicago to Athens. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Chicago to Athens flight should consider departing on Monday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Chicago to Athens?

What’s the top layover airport for flights from Chicago to Athens?

Share of 1-stop round-trip flights from Chicago to Athens chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same layover each way.

Istanbul (IST) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 32% of 1-stop itineraries from Chicago to Athens on Cheapflights.

What’s the cheapest layover airport for flights from Chicago to Athens?

Average round-trip fare for 1-stop flights from Chicago to Athens, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same layover each way.

Istanbul (IST) is the most affordable 1-stop option, with an average round-trip price of $547.

What’s the fastest layover option from Chicago to Athens?

Shortest average travel time for 1-stop one-way flights from Chicago to Athens, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by layover airport.

Flights via Zurich (ZRH) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 12h 40m.

Which airport typically offers the quickest layover for flights from Chicago to Athens?

Average layover duration for 1-stop one-way flights from Chicago to Athens, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via Zurich (ZRH) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average layover time of 0h 58m.

How often are flights from Chicago to Athens delayed?

About 27% of weekly flights between Chicago and Athens have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 190 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Chicago to Athens flights?

Historically, flights departing at night are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the evening tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Saturday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Sunday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Chicago to Athens flights?

Over the last year, United Airlines have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 27% of flights being delayed.

The best insider tips for Chicago to Athens flights

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Cheapflights partnered with top experts to bring you the best recommendations for your Chicago to Athens trip
Airports
ORD

For a quick snack before your flight, grab Garrett Popcorn near gate B8, a Chicago favorite.

Read more about ORDBy Ramsey Qubein
ATH

Take the Athens Metro from ATH to Syntagma station in about 30 minutes for a convenient city center arrival.

Read more about ATHBy Brandon Schultz
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Ramsey Qubein

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Ramsey Qubein

Ramsey Qubein

An avid traveler and aviation expert who has visited 173 countries, all 50 states and seven continents, Ramsey Qubein flies nearly 400,000 miles a year. As a North Carolina-based freelance journalist for publications including Conde Nast Traveler, Forbes, USA Today and Bloomberg among others, he explores the latest trends in aviation, hospitality, cruises and business.

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Brandon Schultz

Brandon Schultz

Expert on ATH

Brandon Schultz

Brandon Schultz

Brandon Schultz is an award-winning food and travel writer based in New York City. His work has appeared in Forbes, AAA, Thrillist, Travel + Leisure, and The Daily Meal, among many others, and he is the author of 6 books, including 3 cookbooks.

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Reviews of airlines servicing Athens

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Athens. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Athens. Reviews last updated December 21, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Chicago to Athens, such as United Airlines, Turkish Airlines, and Iberia. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,099 reviews

Comfort

7.3

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.6

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Michelle,Dec 2025

DEN - MKE

I liked that the plane waited 5 minutes for a family whose incoming plane was late. This was the last flight of the day to MKE. Flight attendants actually checked in throughout the flight. Although, not really friendly. Happy to see screens on seat backs again. This is my first time not flying first class in over 10 years. It was economy plus.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,099 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,099 reviews

Comfort

7.3

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.6

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Michelle,Dec 2025

DEN - MKE

I liked that the plane waited 5 minutes for a family whose incoming plane was late. This was the last flight of the day to MKE. Flight attendants actually checked in throughout the flight. Although, not really friendly. Happy to see screens on seat backs again. This is my first time not flying first class in over 10 years. It was economy plus.
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
4,108 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,099 reviews

Comfort

7.3

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.6

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Michelle,Dec 2025

DEN - MKE

I liked that the plane waited 5 minutes for a family whose incoming plane was late. This was the last flight of the day to MKE. Flight attendants actually checked in throughout the flight. Although, not really friendly. Happy to see screens on seat backs again. This is my first time not flying first class in over 10 years. It was economy plus.
Iberia
7.0
Good
3,055 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,099 reviews

Comfort

7.3

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.6

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Michelle,Dec 2025

DEN - MKE

I liked that the plane waited 5 minutes for a family whose incoming plane was late. This was the last flight of the day to MKE. Flight attendants actually checked in throughout the flight. Although, not really friendly. Happy to see screens on seat backs again. This is my first time not flying first class in over 10 years. It was economy plus.
Lufthansa
6.8
Okay
7,639 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,099 reviews

Comfort

7.3

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.6

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Michelle,Dec 2025

DEN - MKE

I liked that the plane waited 5 minutes for a family whose incoming plane was late. This was the last flight of the day to MKE. Flight attendants actually checked in throughout the flight. Although, not really friendly. Happy to see screens on seat backs again. This is my first time not flying first class in over 10 years. It was economy plus.
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,600 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,099 reviews

Comfort

7.3

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.6

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Michelle,Dec 2025

DEN - MKE

I liked that the plane waited 5 minutes for a family whose incoming plane was late. This was the last flight of the day to MKE. Flight attendants actually checked in throughout the flight. Although, not really friendly. Happy to see screens on seat backs again. This is my first time not flying first class in over 10 years. It was economy plus.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Chicago to Athens. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airports serve Athens from Chicago?

    If you are traveling from Chicago (CHI) to Athens (ATH), you will be departing from either Chicago O’Hare International Airport (ORD) or Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW). These are the main international airports in Chicago. Most of the flights to Istanbul depart from Chicago O’Hare International Airport (ORD), which is one of the biggest airports in America. Chicago airports are conveniently located in the heart of the country, with thousands of inbound and outbound flights to over 240 destinations every day. If you choose to depart from Chicago Midway International Airport, you might have to book a flight to Athens with various stops. There is a good variety of flight options, so compare different flight routes and choose the one that best fits your plans.

  • Which airlines fly directly from Chicago (CHI) to Athens (ATH)?

    When flying from Chicago (CHI) to Athens (ATH), there are several non-stop flights to choose from. The airlines offering non-stop flights from from Chicago to Athens are, for example, British Airways, American Airlines, and Finnair. These airlines can get you from the Chicago O’Hare International Airport (ORD) to Athens International Airport (ATH) in around 12h. If you don't mind a layover on the way to Athens, there are even more good airline options. Turkish Airlines, Lufthansa, and United Airlines offer flights to Athens with one stop.

  • What are some of the layover options between Chicago (CHI) and Athens (ATH)?

    You can choose a direct flight between Chicago (CHI) and Athens (ATH), or if you like touring different areas and exploring, you can also choose a flight with one or multiple stops. For example, Turkish Airlines offers flights from Chicago to Athens with a stop in Istanbul. Some of the flight routes have layovers in big airports in central Europe. Lufthansa offers flights from Chicago to Athens with a stop in Frankfurt, Germany. If you book a flight with one stop, the average flight time to Athens is around 15-17h. With two stops you should add at least 2h more to the total flight journey time.

  • Do I need a passport or visa to fly from Chicago (CHI) to Athens (ATH)?

    You will need a valid passport, but a visa is not necessary to fly from Chicago (CHI) to Athens (ATH). You are not required to obtain a visa to visit Greece or any other member of the Schengen region if your stay does not exceed 90 days and is for business or tourist purposes. Just make sure your US passport is valid for at least three months past your return date to the United States. You also must demonstrate that you have sufficient financial capabilities for your trip. Generally, there are several accepted methods of demonstrating financial sufficiency, such as bank statements and credit card information.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Athens from Chicago?

    Located just 12.3 mi from the city center, Athens Eleftherios V. is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Athens from Chicago. Booking flights from Chicago to Eleftherios V. (ATH) should be relatively easy as there are 0 daily inbound flights from Chicago from 18 different airlines.

  • How long is the flight from Chicago to Athens?

    A quick flight from Chicago to Athens can take about 15h 20m. Scandinavian Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $558. There are 5446 mi between Chicago and Athens. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Chicago to Athens round-trip?

    Currently priced at $406, Scandinavian Airlines will fly you from Chicago to Athens and back. In addition to Scandinavian Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Virgin Atlantic and Air Serbia - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $424 and $436, respectively. These flights start at 52% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Chicago to Athens one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $208 on Air Serbia. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Turkish Airlines from $322 and Scandinavian Airlines from $323 one-way.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Chicago to Athens?

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Chicago to Athens are American Airlines (67%), Alaska Airlines (67%) and Finnair (67%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Chicago to Athens?

    The cheapest flight price from Chicago to Athens is $623. On average you can expect to pay $3,387. The most popular route, (Chicago O'Hare Intl - Athens Eleftherios V.), can usually be booked for $489.

  • Where are the most common layover locations when flying from Chicago to Athens?

    The most popular layover on flights from Chicago to Athens is Istanbul. Istanbul is followed by Munich in terms of the most popular layover location on flights from Chicago to Athens. Frankfurt am Main sees the third most layovers on flights from Chicago to Athens.

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a layover in Istanbul?

    If you're on a layover in Istanbul and looking for things to do, consider visiting Taksim Square, Beyazit Meydani, or Laleli Camii. Taksim Square, Beyazit Meydani, and Laleli Camii are located about 20.8 mi, 21.7 mi, and 21.5 mi, respectively from Istanbul. Those on a layover in Istanbul in need of a rental car can book one at Istanbul for about $31.

  • What are some popular points of interest to see during a layover in Munich?

    Munich travelers tend to visit Theresienwiese, Marienplatz, and Altes Rathaus more than any other notable places. Theresienwiese, Marienplatz, and Altes Rathaus can be visited by traveling about 18.8 mi, 17.8 mi, and 17.8 mi respectively from Munich Franz Josef Strauss. Those landing in Munich looking to spend some time exploring during their layover can rent a car for about $45 per day.

  • What are points of interest worth seeing during a layover in Frankfurt am Main?

    Most Frankfurt am Main visitors opt to spend their time at Römerberg, Festhalle, and Historisches Museum Frankfurt. Römerberg, Festhalle and Historisches Museum Frankfurt are located about 7.4 mi, 6.5 mi, and 7.3 mi, respectively from Frankfurt am Main if you are interested in checking them out. Those looking to explore during their layover in Frankfurt am Main can rent a car from Frankfurt am Main for about $40 per day.

  • Where are the least popular layover locations for Chicago to Athens flights?

    Flights departing from Chicago and landing in Athens layover in Copenhagen least frequently. London sees the next fewest layovers on Chicago to Athens flights. Rome comes in third to last in terms of the least popular layover locations on Chicago to Athens flights.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Chicago to Athens that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Chicago to Athens flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

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    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Chicago to Athens.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Chicago to Athens?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Chicago to Athens by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Chicago to Athens?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Athens (average of $454). Flying from Chicago to Athens in June is currently the most expensive (average of $702). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 10 airlines flying from Chicago to Athens

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Chicago to Athens. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated December 21, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Scandinavian AirlinesCheapest$407Average$727FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Virgin AtlanticCheapest$424Average$779FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
DeltaCheapest$439Average$739FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Air FranceCheapest$454Average$513FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Air SerbiaCheapest$470Average$852FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Air CanadaCheapest$480Average$1,098FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
KLMCheapest$491Average$822FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$504Average$658FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
LOTCheapest$520Average$791FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
LufthansaCheapest$538Average$967FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%

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