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$292+ Cheap flights from Houston to Athens (ATH)

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HOU — ATH
Feb 27 — Mar 61
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Cheapest flights from Houston to Athens
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Houston to Athens. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 28, 2026.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/107:05 am
IAH
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ATH
1 stop19h 30m
Delta
Thu 3/196:05 am
ATH
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IAH
1 stop15h 25m
Delta
Deal found 1/27$535
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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.
Tue 3/107:10 am
IAH
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ATH
1 stop19h 10m
United Airlines
Tue 3/176:25 am
ATH
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IAH
1 stop15h 45m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/27$536
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 2/234:36 pm
IAH
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ATH
2 stops18h 19m
American Airlines
Sun 3/87:50 pm
ATH
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IAH
1 stop32h 10m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/26$537
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/96:00 am
HOU
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ATH
1 stop20h 55m
KLM
Tue 3/1712:20 pm
ATH
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HOU
1 stop17h 22m
KLM
Deal found 1/26$537
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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.
Tue 3/107:20 am
IAH
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ATH
2 stops18h 45m
United Airlines
Thu 3/196:35 am
ATH
-
IAH
1 stop17h 55m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/27$538
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/24:21 pm
HOU
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ATH
2 stops18h 34m
British Airways
Tue 3/107:55 pm
ATH
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HOU
2 stops30h 55m
British Airways
Deal found 1/26$538
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 3/115:25 am
IAH
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ATH
2 stops21h 10m
Delta
Mon 3/161:45 pm
ATH
-
IAH
1 stop31h 45m
Delta
Deal found 1/27$539
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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.
Wed 3/412:18 pm
HOU
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ATH
2 stops28h 47m
British Airways
Wed 3/118:20 pm
ATH
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HOU
2 stops34h 38m
British Airways
Deal found 1/27$539
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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 3/24:32 pm
IAH
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ATH
2 stops25h 08m
United Airlines
Tue 3/106:25 am
ATH
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IAH
1 stop15h 45m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/27$540
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 3/13:30 pm
IAH
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ATH
1 stop25h 45m
Delta
Tue 3/101:45 pm
ATH
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IAH
1 stop31h 45m
Delta
Deal found 1/27$541
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 3/115:25 am
IAH
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ATH
2 stops21h 10m
Delta
Tue 3/1711:50 am
ATH
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IAH
2 stops29h 54m
Delta
Deal found 1/27$542
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/96:00 am
HOU
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ATH
1 stop20h 55m
Delta
Tue 3/1711:50 am
ATH
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HOU
2 stops29h 33m
Delta
Deal found 1/26$542

Find flight deals from Houston to Athens

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Houston (HO1) 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 January 28, 2026.

Round-trip from

$535
(Delta)

One-way from

$292
(Cheapflightsfares)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$610
From Houston to Athens Eleftherios V.
One-way flight from Houston to Athens Eleftherios V.
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 32% potential increase in price ($415 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 5% potential price decrease ($47 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in January 2026

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Houston 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 January 28, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Houston to Athens that are best for you.

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IAH - ATH

IAHATH

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Tue 3/10

6:20 am-9:05 am

2 stops19h 45m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Tue 3/17

6:25 am-3:10 pm

1 stop15h 45m

$536

HoustonAthens

HOU - ATH

HOUATH

Houston Hobby

Mon 3/9

6:00 am-9:55 am

1 stop20h 55m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Tue 3/17

12:20 pm-10:42 pm

1 stop17h 22m

$537

HoustonAthens

IAH - ATH

IAHATH

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Tue 3/10

7:20 am-9:05 am

2 stops18h 45m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Thu 3/19

6:25 am-9:39 pm

2 stops22h 14m

$539

HoustonAthens

HOU - ATH

HOUATH

Houston Hobby

Mon 3/9

6:00 am-9:55 am

1 stop20h 55m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Tue 3/17

11:50 am-10:23 am

2 stops29h 33m

$542

HoustonAthens

HOU - ATH

HOUATH

Houston Hobby

Wed 3/4

5:25 am-1:15 am

2 stops35h 50m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Fri 3/13

12:20 pm-10:42 pm

1 stop17h 22m

$548

HoustonAthens

HOU - ATH

HOUATH

Houston Hobby

Sun 3/1

5:25 am-1:15 am

2 stops35h 50m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Fri 3/13

12:20 pm-10:42 pm

1 stop17h 22m

$548

HoustonAthens

IAH - ATH

IAHATH

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sun 3/15

7:55 pm-12:25 am

1 stop21h 30m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Tue 3/31

6:00 am-4:35 pm

1 stop18h 35m

$550

HoustonAthens

IAH - ATH

IAHATH

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Wed 3/11

5:30 pm-12:30 am

1 stop24h 00m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Tue 3/17

6:25 am-9:39 pm

2 stops22h 14m

$550

HoustonAthens

IAH - ATH

IAHATH

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Mon 3/9

5:30 pm-12:25 am

1 stop23h 55m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Thu 3/19

6:25 am-9:39 pm

2 stops22h 14m

$550

HoustonAthens

HOU - ATH

HOUATH

Houston Hobby

Tue 3/3

1:06 pm-1:15 am

2 stops28h 09m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Fri 3/13

11:50 am-9:21 am

2 stops28h 31m

$552

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Best time to book a flight from Houston to Athens

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Houston to Athens. Price data was last updated on January 23, 2026.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Houston to Athens, you should look to book at least 15 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Houston to Athens (average of $504). Flying from Houston to Athens in July is currently the most expensive (average of $912). 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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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 January 28, 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Delta, United Airlines, and Turkish Airlines from Houston to Athens have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

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.

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

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.

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

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.

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

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.

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

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.

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

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 Houston 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 Houston?

    There are many airports in Houston, as it is one of the largest cities in Texas and the world. The airport that will take you to Athens, however, is George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH). It is the busiest and most active airport in Houston and serves millions of people per day. This journey will take you from George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Athens International Airport which is named Eleftherios Venizelos (ATH). This is quite a long journey, so you will not find any direct flights on this route, and you will need to have a layover in one of the cities in between. The journey between the two cities will take anywhere between 13h 30min to 31h.

  • What airlines fly directly from Houston to Athens?

    There are many airlines that fly from Houston to Athens. Some of these airlines are Lufthansa, United, Turkish, and KLM. Due to this being a long journey, there are no airlines that offer a direct flight from Houston to Athens. The airline you choose to take determines where you will have your layover. It comes as no surprise that most airlines will stop in the city that is their hub. For example, Turkish Airlines will layover in Istanbul and KLM will have a layover in Amsterdam. It is important to take this into consideration when choosing your flight. Please take into consideration the flight time, the cost, the layover location, and the airline when deciding which flight to take. You do not want to end up in a location that could prove to be an inconvenience to you in the long run.

  • What are the layover options between Houston and Athens?

    There are quite a few layover options to consider as there are quite a few airlines that will take you from Houston to Athens. Some of the layover options are Frankfurt, Amsterdam, Istanbul, Denver, Newark, and Chicago O’Hare. If you are taking Lufthansa or United, you will stop in Frankfurt and only one stop will be necessary. Of course, you will be taking KLM if you choose to stop in Amsterdam; Turkish airlines if you choose to stop in Istanbul; and the two-stop United and Lufthansa option will require you to stop in Denver, as well.

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

    A US citizen will need a visa to enter Greece or you will be refused entry at the border crossing. It is also imperative that you have a passport with you as you will not only need it at the crossing, but you will also need it to get past security. The passport you have must be valid for at least six months from the departure date to be a valid passport for travel. You also must have two pages empty to function for visa stamps that you will need. Security at the crossing will also check if you have a return flight booked as you can only stay in the country for up to 90 days. Please take the necessary steps before booking your flight.

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

    Most people fly into Athens Eleftherios V. (ATH) if they book a flight to Athens from Houston. On average, Eleftherios V. has 0 inbound flights from Houston per day from 10 airlines. Athens Eleftherios V. is conveniently located just 12.3 mi from Athens’s city center.

  • How long is the flight from Houston to Athens?

    United Airlines, KLM, and Delta can get you from Houston to Athens in just under 19h 45m. Your travel time can differ by up to 1h 10m. The distance from Houston to Athens is about 6320 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Houston to Athens round-trip from $485. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Delta, from $493, and Lufthansa, from $547. Air France is currently priced 43% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for British Airways. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $247. Users have also found prices from $254 and $373 on Delta and Lufthansa, respectively.

  • Where are the most common layover locations when flying from Houston 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, Laleli Camii, or Beyazit Meydani. Travelers on a layover in Istanbul can visit Taksim Square, Laleli Camii, and Beyazit Meydani, by traveling 20.8 mi, 21.5 mi, and 21.7 mi, respectively after landing at Istanbul. Those on a layover in Istanbul in need of a rental car can book one at Istanbul for about $37.

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

    London travelers tend to visit Hyde Park, Buckingham Palace, and Piccadilly Circus more than any other notable places. Hyde Park, Buckingham Palace, and Piccadilly Circus can be visited by traveling about 12.5 mi, 13.7 mi, and 14.1 mi respectively from London Heathrow. Travelers can rent a car at London Heathrow for an average daily rate of $32 to make sightseeing during their layover a little easier.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Houston to Athens (average of $504). Flying from Houston to Athens in July is currently the most expensive (average of $912). 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 Houston to Athens

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Houston 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 January 28, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air FranceCheapest$485Average$882FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
DeltaCheapest$493Average$881FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
LufthansaCheapest$547Average$1,259FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
British AirwaysCheapest$552Average$949FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$571Average$674FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
KLMCheapest$586Average$1,049FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
United AirlinesCheapest$587Average$1,022FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
ITA AirwaysCheapest$598Average$882FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
Air CanadaCheapest$614Average$1,087FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
American AirlinesCheapest$627Average$1,153FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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