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$437+ Cheap flights from Illinois to Athens (ATH)

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Cheap flight deals from Illinois to Athens

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Illinois to Athens flight deals. Data was last updated julio 30, 2025.

Round-trip from

$643
(Air Canada)

One-way from

$343
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$1,189

Good round-trip deal

$872 or less

Good one-way deal

$553 or less
From Illinois to Athens Eleftherios V.
One-way flight from Illinois to Athens Eleftherios V.
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 28% potential increase in price ($346 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 5% potential price decrease ($50 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in July 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Illinois to Athens Eleftherios V..
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Illinois to Athens Eleftherios V..

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Cheapest flights from Illinois to Athens
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Illinois to Athens. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on julio 30, 2025.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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.
mar. 8/196:17 pmMDW - ATH
2 stops14h 48mDelta
mar. 9/166:30 amATH - MDW
2 stops19h 05mDelta
Deal found 7/30$646
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
dom. 8/173:35 pmORD - ATH
1 stop13h 25mUnited Airlines
lun. 9/1512:35 pmATH - ORD
Nonstop11h 45mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/30$646
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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.
mar. 8/1911:05 amORD - ATH
2 stops19h 05mDelta
lun. 9/83:25 amATH - ORD
2 stops20h 48mDelta
Deal found 7/28$647
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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.
dom. 8/2410:31 amMDW - ATH
1 stop15h 29mKLM
mar. 9/912:10 pmATH - MDW
1 stop17h 16mKLM
Deal found 7/28$650
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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.
vie. 9/193:00 pmORD - ATH
1 stop13h 30mITA Airways
dom. 9/286:05 amATH - ORD
1 stop15h 05mITA Airways
Deal found 7/30$650
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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.
jue. 8/2112:43 pmMDW - ATH
1 stop13h 27mMultiple Airlines
jue. 8/2812:10 pmATH - MDW
1 stop17h 34mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/28$651
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
dom. 10/57:15 pmORD - ATH
1 stop15h 35mScandinavian Airlines
lun. 10/2011:30 amATH - ORD
2 stops36h 40mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 7/29$652
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 12/306:50 pmORD - ATH
1 stop13h 50mMultiple Airlines
sáb. 2/76:25 amATH - ORD
2 stops16h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/29$654
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 8/195:10 pmORD - ATH
2 stops35h 50mLOT
lun. 9/87:00 pmATH - ORD
1 stop32h 40mLOT
Deal found 7/30$657
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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.
lun. 8/1810:40 amORD - ATH
2 stops20h 10mAir Canada
mié. 8/276:30 amATH - ORD
2 stops21h 46mAir Canada
Deal found 7/28$664
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 Turkish Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 10/97:50 pmORD - ATH
1 stop29h 05mTurkish Airlines
lun. 10/279:40 pmATH - ORD
1 stop20h 25mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 7/29$665
This SWISS deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 SWISS is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 8/222:20 pmORD - ATH
1 stop21h 50mSWISS
lun. 9/224:35 pmATH - ORD
1 stop31h 20mSWISS
Deal found 7/30$672

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Illinois 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 julio 30, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Illinois to Athens that are best for you.

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ChicagoAthens

ORD - ATH

ORDATH

Chicago O'Hare Intl

dom. 8/17

3:35 pm-1:00 pm

1 stop13h 25m

Athens Eleftherios V.

lun. 9/15

12:35 pm-4:20 pm

Nonstop11h 45m

$646

ChicagoAthens

MDW - ATH

MDWATH

Chicago Midway

mar. 8/19

6:17 pm-5:05 pm

2 stops14h 48m

Athens Eleftherios V.

mar. 9/16

6:30 am-5:35 pm

2 stops19h 05m

$646

ChicagoAthens

ORD - ATH

ORDATH

Chicago O'Hare Intl

mar. 8/19

11:05 am-2:10 pm

2 stops19h 05m

Athens Eleftherios V.

lun. 9/8

3:25 am-4:13 pm

2 stops20h 48m

$647

ChicagoAthens

ORD - ATH

ORDATH

Chicago O'Hare Intl

dom. 8/24

9:40 pm-6:35 pm

1 stop12h 55m

Athens Eleftherios V.

lun. 9/15

7:25 pm-12:55 pm

2 stops25h 30m

$649

ChicagoAthens

ORD - ATH

ORDATH

Chicago O'Hare Intl

vie. 9/19

3:00 pm-12:30 pm

1 stop13h 30m

Athens Eleftherios V.

dom. 9/28

6:05 am-1:10 pm

1 stop15h 05m

$650

ChicagoAthens

MDW - ATH

MDWATH

Chicago Midway

dom. 8/24

10:31 am-10:00 am

1 stop15h 29m

Athens Eleftherios V.

mar. 9/9

12:10 pm-9:26 pm

1 stop17h 16m

$650

ChicagoAthens

MDW - ATH

MDWATH

Chicago Midway

jue. 8/21

12:43 pm-10:10 am

1 stop13h 27m

Athens Eleftherios V.

jue. 8/28

12:10 pm-9:44 pm

1 stop17h 34m

$651

ChicagoAthens

ORD - ATH

ORDATH

Chicago O'Hare Intl

dom. 10/5

7:15 pm-6:50 pm

1 stop15h 35m

Athens Eleftherios V.

lun. 10/20

11:30 am-4:10 pm

2 stops36h 40m

$652

ChicagoAthens

ORD - ATH

ORDATH

Chicago O'Hare Intl

mar. 12/30

6:50 pm-4:40 pm

1 stop13h 50m

Athens Eleftherios V.

sáb. 2/7

6:25 am-2:55 pm

2 stops16h 30m

$654

ChicagoAthens

ORD - ATH

ORDATH

Chicago O'Hare Intl

mar. 8/19

5:10 pm-1:00 pm

2 stops35h 50m

Athens Eleftherios V.

lun. 9/8

7:00 pm-7:40 pm

1 stop32h 40m

$657

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

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

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Illinois to Athens (average of $679). Flying from Illinois to Athens in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,287). 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 IL to ATH?

Find hourly flight availability from Illinois 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 julio 30, 2025.

When flying from Illinois to Athens, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Weekly flight availability from Illinois to Athens

Explore weekly flight availability from Illinois to Athens. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated julio 30, 2025.

The most flights from USIL to ATH are scheduled on a Monday (7 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (7 on average).

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 julio 30, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Delta, KLM, and LOT from Illinois to Athens have to say. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.0
Very good

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
8.0
Very good
8.0
Very good

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
8.0
Very good

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
8.0
Very good

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
8.0
Very good

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
8.0
Very good

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Illinois to Athens. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Athens from Illinois?

    Athens Eleftherios V. (ATH) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from Illinois to Athens. It is only a 12.3 mi journey from Eleftherios V. (ATH) to Athens’s city center.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Illinois to Athens are Lufthansa ($444), Aer Lingus ($449), and Iberia ($459).

  • What are the most popular routes from Illinois to Athens?

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

    Consider United Airlines (53%), Lufthansa (53%) or American Airlines (46%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Illinois to Athens.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Illinois to Athens?

    The cheapest flight price from Illinois to Athens is $497. On average you can expect to pay $3,485. The most popular route, (Chicago O'Hare Intl - Athens Eleftherios V.), can usually be booked for $462.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Illinois to Athens (average of $679). Flying from Illinois to Athens in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,287). 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 Illinois to Athens

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Illinois 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 julio 30, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Scandinavian AirlinesCheapest$406Average$718FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Air SerbiaCheapest$436Average$953FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
DeltaCheapest$449Average$935FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Air FranceCheapest$463Average$527FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Virgin AtlanticCheapest$484Average$779FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
KLMCheapest$491Average$828FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$518Average$638FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
LOTCheapest$530Average$826FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
Air CanadaCheapest$568Average$1,053FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
SWISSCheapest$581Average$1,049FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%

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