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$256+ Cheap flights from Houston to Athens (ATH)

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HOU — ATH
Aug 1 — Aug 81
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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 July 2, 2026.

This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 10/1812:00 pm
IAH
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ATH
2 stops27h 40m
Austrian Airlines
Sat 10/246:30 am
ATH
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IAH
2 stops22h 17m
Austrian Airlines
Deal found 7/2$890
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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.
Sat 10/176:16 pm
IAH
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ATH
1 stop35h 24m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 10/246:35 pm
ATH
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IAH
1 stop28h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/1$892
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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.
Tue 9/19:10 pm
IAH
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ATH
1 stop21h 55m
Turkish Airlines
Wed 9/910:00 pm
ATH
-
IAH
1 stop29h 15m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 7/2$893
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/106:16 pm
IAH
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ATH
2 stops31h 54m
Air Canada
Tue 10/201:10 pm
ATH
-
IAH
2 stops27h 40m
Air Canada
Deal found 6/30$895
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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 8/306:00 am
HOU
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ATH
2 stops23h 20m
Delta
Mon 9/76:35 am
ATH
-
HOU
2 stops23h 30m
Delta
Deal found 6/30$895
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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.
Thu 8/273:35 pm
IAH
-
ATH
1 stop21h 25m
Lufthansa
Fri 9/46:45 am
ATH
-
IAH
2 stops23h 59m
Lufthansa
Deal found 6/30$897
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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 8/315:20 pm
HOU
-
ATH
2 stops23h 55m
Delta
Mon 9/71:35 pm
ATH
-
HOU
2 stops31h 44m
Delta
Deal found 6/30$897
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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 Turkish Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/89:10 pm
IAH
-
ATH
1 stop15h 20m
Turkish Airlines
Thu 9/173:55 am
ATH
-
IAH
1 stop23h 20m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 7/1$898
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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.
Sat 8/2911:45 am
IAH
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ATH
2 stops38h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 9/52:25 pm
ATH
-
IAH
1 stop31h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/30$899
This Iberia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/29. 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 Iberia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 7/3111:26 am
IAH
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ATH
1 stop15h 34m
Iberia
Fri 8/142:00 pm
ATH
-
IAH
1 stop16h 20m
Iberia
Deal found 6/29$901
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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.
Thu 7/3010:40 am
HOU
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ATH
1 stop16h 20m
KLM
Thu 8/69:45 am
ATH
-
HOU
1 stop20h 20m
KLM
Deal found 7/1$901
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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 9/2110:00 am
IAH
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ATH
2 stops20h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 9/306:45 am
ATH
-
IAH
1 stop14h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/30$902

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 July 2, 2026.

Round-trip from

$892
(Air Canada)

One-way from

$256
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$1,081
From Houston to Athens Eleftherios V.
One-way flight from Houston to Athens Eleftherios V.
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 24% potential increase in price ($276 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($38 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in July 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 July 2, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Houston to Athens that are best for you.

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Cheapest round-trip

HoustonAthens

HOU - ATH

HOUATH

Houston Hobby

Thu 7/30

10:40 am-11:00 am

1 stop16h 20m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Thu 8/6

9:45 am-10:05 pm

1 stop20h 20m

$901

HoustonAthens

IAH - ATH

IAHATH

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Wed 8/19

9:10 pm-2:50 pm

1 stop33h 40m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Sat 8/29

10:00 pm-7:15 pm

1 stop29h 15m

$908
Quickest round-trip

HoustonAthens

IAH - ATH

IAHATH

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Wed 9/16

10:00 am-10:10 am

1 stop16h 10m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Fri 9/25

6:45 am-1:35 pm

1 stop14h 50m

$913

HoustonAthens

IAH - ATH

IAHATH

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Tue 9/8

11:26 am-5:40 pm

2 stops22h 14m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Tue 9/15

6:00 am-1:15 pm

1 stop15h 15m

$919

HoustonAthens

HOU - ATH

HOUATH

Houston Hobby

Sun 8/16

6:00 am-11:00 am

1 stop21h 00m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Sun 8/30

9:45 am-10:05 pm

1 stop20h 20m

$921

HoustonAthens

HOU - ATH

HOUATH

Houston Hobby

Tue 8/4

1:13 pm-11:00 am

1 stop13h 47m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Mon 8/24

12:10 pm-10:05 pm

1 stop17h 55m

$921

HoustonAthens

HOU - ATH

HOUATH

Houston Hobby

Mon 8/24

10:50 am-10:00 am

1 stop15h 10m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Mon 8/31

9:45 am-10:05 pm

1 stop20h 20m

$921

HoustonAthens

HOU - ATH

HOUATH

Houston Hobby

Sat 10/17

11:05 am-1:15 am

2 stops30h 10m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Sat 10/24

6:35 am-11:09 pm

2 stops24h 34m

$945

HoustonAthens

IAH - ATH

IAHATH

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sat 9/5

9:10 pm-8:55 am

1 stop27h 45m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Sat 9/12

3:55 am-7:15 pm

1 stop23h 20m

$948

HoustonAthens

HOU - ATH

HOUATH

Houston Hobby

Thu 10/1

11:00 am-11:00 pm

2 stops28h 00m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Wed 10/14

6:00 am-11:09 pm

2 stops25h 09m

$955

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Best time to book a flight from Houston to Athens

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

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

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Houston to Athens (average of $383). Flying from Houston to Athens in June is currently the most expensive (average of $817). 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 Houston to Athens?

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

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Houston to Athens, you should look to book at least 12 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.

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 July 2, 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with KLM,Delta, andTurkish 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.

Overall

7.8

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.7

Crew

8.4

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2026

OKC - ATL

Flight was ok - difficult as I had seat next to bathroom.. Food awful

Overall

7.8

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.7

Crew

8.4

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2026

OKC - ATL

Flight was ok - difficult as I had seat next to bathroom.. Food awful

Overall

7.8

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.7

Crew

8.4

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2026

OKC - ATL

Flight was ok - difficult as I had seat next to bathroom.. Food awful

Overall

7.8

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.7

Crew

8.4

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2026

OKC - ATL

Flight was ok - difficult as I had seat next to bathroom.. Food awful

Overall

7.8

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.7

Crew

8.4

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2026

OKC - ATL

Flight was ok - difficult as I had seat next to bathroom.. Food awful

Overall

7.8

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.7

Crew

8.4

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2026

OKC - ATL

Flight was ok - difficult as I had seat next to bathroom.. Food awful

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?

    Air Canada, Turkish Airlines, and Lufthansa can get you from Houston to Athens in just under 21h 25m. Your travel time can differ by up to 13h 59m. 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 $472. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are American Airlines, from $497, and British Airways, from $505. Delta is currently priced 45% 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 Delta. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $254. Users have also found prices from $307 and $314 on British Airways and United Airlines, 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 Sultan Ahmet Camii. Travelers on a layover in Istanbul can visit Taksim Square, Laleli Camii, and Sultan Ahmet Camii, by traveling 20.8 mi, 21.5 mi, and 22.3 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 $46.

  • 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, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Houston to Athens (average of $383). Flying from Houston to Athens in June is currently the most expensive (average of $817). 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 July 2, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$472Average$768FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$497Average$1,148FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
British AirwaysCheapest$505Average$961FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
LufthansaCheapest$517Average$1,092FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
KLMCheapest$540Average$1,032FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Air FranceCheapest$549Average$785FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$564Average$661FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Air CanadaCheapest$573Average$1,055FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
ITA AirwaysCheapest$598Average$958FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
United AirlinesCheapest$625Average$1,014FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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