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$429+ Cheap flights from Detroit (DTT) to Athens (ATH)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 6/14. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DTT — ATH
May 28 — Jun 41
Thu 5/28
Thu 6/4
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Detroit to Athens

Cheapest flights from Detroit to Athens
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Detroit to Athens. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 28, 2026.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/126:50 pm
DTW
-
ATH
1 stop33h 20m
United Airlines
Thu 10/221:10 pm
ATH
-
DTW
2 stops33h 06m
United Airlines
Deal found 4/23$876
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/19:05 pm
DTW
-
ATH
1 stop16h 45m
Turkish Airlines
Thu 11/59:50 am
ATH
-
DTW
1 stop16h 20m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 4/23$888
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/25. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/2410:15 am
DTW
-
ATH
1 stop16h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 9/72:15 pm
ATH
-
DTW
1 stop30h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/25$890
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/245:37 pm
DTW
-
ATH
2 stops20h 13m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 10/137:55 am
ATH
-
DTW
1 stop21h 48m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/23$893
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/710:15 am
DTW
-
ATH
2 stops25h 25m
Scandinavian Airlines
Thu 10/1510:10 am
ATH
-
DTW
2 stops43h 10m
Scandinavian Airlines
Deal found 4/23$894
This Finnair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/26. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Finnair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/157:14 pm
DTW
-
ATH
2 stops17h 41m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 10/2210:45 am
ATH
-
DTW
1 stop19h 09m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/26$895
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/26. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/318:50 pm
DTW
-
ATH
1 stop16h 40m
Turkish Airlines
Wed 9/93:55 am
ATH
-
DTW
1 stop21h 50m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 4/26$897
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 6/89:58 pm
DTW
-
ATH
1 stop24h 32m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 6/128:00 am
ATH
-
DTW
1 stop18h 53m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/23$900
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/25. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/258:50 pm
DTW
-
ATH
1 stop16h 40m
Turkish Airlines
Sat 10/310:00 pm
ATH
-
DTW
1 stop27h 45m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 4/25$902
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/26. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/281:45 pm
DTW
-
ATH
2 stops21h 55m
Scandinavian Airlines
Tue 10/137:45 am
ATH
-
DTW
2 stops23h 02m
Scandinavian Airlines
Deal found 4/26$903
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/26. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/2310:15 am
DTW
-
ATH
1 stop20h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 8/3111:45 am
ATH
-
DTW
1 stop33h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/26$906

Find flight deals from Detroit to Athens

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Detroit (DTT) 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 April 28, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$890
(Gotogate)

One-way from

$429
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$779
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One-way flight from Detroit (DTT) to Athens Eleftherios V.
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 25% potential increase in price ($300 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 5% potential price decrease ($45 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Detroit 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 April 28, 2026.
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DetroitAthens

DTW - ATH

DTWATH

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 5/27

12:45 pm-12:50 pm

2 stops17h 05m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Wed 6/3

6:00 am-1:30 pm

1 stop14h 30m

$990

DetroitAthens

DTW - ATH

DTWATH

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 5/13

2:55 pm-11:05 pm

2 stops25h 10m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Mon 11/16

2:15 pm-3:12 pm

2 stops31h 57m

$1,048

DetroitAthens

DTW - ATH

DTWATH

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 7/19

10:15 am-1:25 pm

1 stop20h 10m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Fri 7/31

1:10 pm-10:19 pm

2 stops40h 09m

$1,081

DetroitAthens

DTW - ATH

DTWATH

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 7/11

7:45 pm-10:00 am

1 stop31h 15m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Tue 7/28

3:25 pm-2:11 pm

1 stop29h 46m

$1,083

DetroitAthens

DTW - ATH

DTWATH

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 7/15

10:15 am-10:10 am

1 stop16h 55m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Thu 7/30

1:10 pm-2:11 pm

1 stop32h 01m

$1,094

DetroitAthens

DTW - ATH

DTWATH

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 5/1

11:15 am-10:35 am

1 stop16h 20m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Tue 5/5

12:10 pm-9:25 pm

1 stop16h 15m

$1,127

DetroitAthens

DTW - ATH

DTWATH

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 5/26

6:10 am-6:15 pm

2 stops29h 05m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Sat 6/6

4:30 am-11:59 pm

2 stops26h 29m

$1,184

DetroitAthens

DTW - ATH

DTWATH

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 7/13

8:10 pm-8:05 pm

2 stops16h 55m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Mon 7/27

1:35 pm-11:40 am

1 stop29h 05m

$1,194

DetroitAthens

DTW - ATH

DTWATH

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 6/29

11:05 am-10:10 am

2 stops16h 05m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Tue 7/7

3:25 pm-4:07 pm

2 stops31h 42m

$1,212

DetroitAthens

DTW - ATH

DTWATH

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 6/20

6:50 pm-11:10 am

1 stop33h 20m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Tue 6/30

3:25 pm-10:19 pm

2 stops37h 54m

$1,213

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Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Detroit to Athens in April.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
OvagoPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapfaremartPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star

*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 Detroit-Athens flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Detroit-Athens flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Detroit-Athens flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Detroit-Athens flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub 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 Detroit-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 Detroit to Athens

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Athens from Detroit with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Detroit to Athens

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

The price you pay for your flight from Detroit to Athens may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 87 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit to Athens (average of $403). Flying from Detroit to Athens in June is currently the most expensive (average of $765). 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.

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

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

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

Istanbul (IST) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 86% of 1-stop itineraries from Detroit to Athens on Cheapflights.

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

Average round-trip fare for 1-stop flights from Detroit 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 $779.

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

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

Flights via Frankfurt am Main (FRA) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 14h 15m.

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

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

Flights via Frankfurt am Main (FRA) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average layover time of 2h 50m.

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 April 28, 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Detroit to Athens, such as Delta,Turkish Airlines, andUnited Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,467 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,467 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,467 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
Turkish Airlines
7.4
Good
4,342 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,467 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,680 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,467 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
Air Canada
7.1
Good
10,979 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,467 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
Lufthansa
6.8
Okay
7,960 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,467 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Detroit 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 Detroit?

    Detroit is one of the biggest cities in Michigan and even the United States. The airport in Detroit is Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) and it services hundreds of thousands of people on a daily basis. It is located in Romulus, Michigan, is 4,850 acres in area, and is Michigan’s busiest airport. There are many airlines that function out of DTW as it serves not only domestic travel, but also international. When you arrive in Athens, you will arrive at Athens International Airport Eleftherios Venizelos (ATH). This is the largest and only airport in Athens and the largest in Greece as well. The journey from Detroit to Athens can take anywhere from 12h 45min to 43h 5min depending on the layovers you choose to have. Due to the length of this trip, you will be required to have a layover as direct flights are not currently offered.

  • What airlines fly directly from Detroit to Athens?

    When flying from Detroit to Athens, it is important to consider the length of the journey. This journey can be, on average, 20h. In cases like these, airlines tend to have layovers in their home country to make the journey safer and easier. Some of the airlines that fly from Detroit to Athens are Delta, Lufthansa, KLM, and United. Some of the more common airlines that you can choose, like Delta, which has the most options, can have a flight time of 12h 30min to 20h 5min. Lufthansa flights take about 21h 30min, as well as KLM and United. It is important to consider the flight time, the layovers, the journey time, the price, and the airline before making your decision on which flight to take.

  • What are the layover options between Detroit and Athens?

    Due to there not being any direct flights, many airlines offer more flights in response to that lack of supply. Delta, in particular, offers quite a lot of flights from Detroit to Athens. Some of the layover locations are Paris, Amsterdam, Washington, Atlanta, Boston for Delta. For Lufthansa and United, they stop in Chicago, Munich, and Frankfurt. KLM, which is the Dutch airline, stops in Atlanta and Amsterdam. It is important to consider the convenience of stopping in a certain location, as it is not always about the layover. Stopping in a certain location depends on individual circumstances and you do not want to stop somewhere which proves to be an inconvenience for you. It is important to choose your flight wisely and consider all angles.

  • Do I need a passport or visa to fly from Detroit to Athens?

    As a citizen of the United States, you will need a visa to enter Greece. Your passport must be carried with you at all times, must be valid for at least six months prior to departure, and you must have at least two blank pages for visa stamps into the country. Please also book a return flight from Athens as you will only be allowed to stay in the country for up to 90 days.

  • How long is the flight from Detroit to Athens?

    There are many flights that can get you from Detroit to Athens in 17h 05m. Fly via Delta or United Airlines to get the fastest option. There are 5257 mi between Detroit and Athens. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

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

    British Airways, at $449, was found to be the cheapest airline from Detroit to Athens.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Turkish Airlines and KLM. British Airways is currently priced 47% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with British Airways, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $316. Air Canada flights start at $321 while deals on United Airlines start at $321 one-way.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Detroit to Athens?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Detroit 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 Detroit to Athens?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit to Athens (average of $403). Flying from Detroit to Athens in June is currently the most expensive (average of $765). 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 Detroit to Athens

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Detroit 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 April 28, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
British AirwaysCheapest$449Average$635FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$519Average$653FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
KLMCheapest$524Average$1,068FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Scandinavian AirlinesCheapest$536Average$820FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
American AirlinesCheapest$584Average$1,013FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
LufthansaCheapest$621Average$1,034FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
United AirlinesCheapest$648Average$1,011FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Air FranceCheapest$676Average$777FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
DeltaCheapest$676Average$1,001FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Air CanadaCheapest$689Average$1,008FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%

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