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$104+ Cheap flights from Madrid, Spain (MAD) 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 9/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MAD — ATH
Aug 22 — Aug 291
Sat 8/22
Sat 8/29
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Madrid Barajas to Athens Eleftherios V. are usually found in January or February, booked 86 days in advance, depart on a Sunday or Thursday and return on a Thursday

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Cheapest flights from Madrid to Athens
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Madrid to Athens. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 23, 2026.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/21. 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 10/812:30 pm
MAD
-
ATH
1 stop26h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 10/244:35 pm
ATH
-
MAD
1 stop18h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/21$193
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/21. 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.
Sat 9/126:20 pm
MAD
-
ATH
Nonstop3h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 9/1610:55 pm
ATH
-
MAD
1 stop10h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/21$194
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/21. 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 8/279:45 pm
MAD
-
ATH
Nonstop3h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 9/84:30 pm
ATH
-
MAD
1 stop20h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/21$195
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/20. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/411:35 am
MAD
-
ATH
1 stop12h 15m
ITA Airways
Wed 11/117:25 pm
ATH
-
MAD
1 stop5h 45m
ITA Airways
Deal found 7/20$198
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/21. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/1110:45 pm
MAD
-
ATH
2 stops22h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 9/194:00 pm
ATH
-
MAD
2 stops19h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/21$200
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/19. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/126:05 pm
MAD
-
ATH
2 stops14h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 9/1311:05 pm
ATH
-
MAD
2 stops20h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/19$201
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/21. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/106:10 am
MAD
-
ATH
1 stop7h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 9/107:00 pm
ATH
-
MAD
2 stops24h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/21$202
This Air Serbia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/21. 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 Serbia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/286:45 pm
MAD
-
ATH
1 stop20h 00m
Air Serbia
Tue 9/84:30 pm
ATH
-
MAD
1 stop20h 10m
Air Serbia
Deal found 7/21$203
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/19. 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 9/79:45 pm
MAD
-
ATH
Nonstop3h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 9/1412:35 pm
ATH
-
MAD
1 stop10h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/19$204
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/21. 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.
Fri 8/289:45 pm
MAD
-
ATH
Nonstop3h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 9/84:30 pm
ATH
-
MAD
1 stop20h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/21$206
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/21. 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 8/279:45 pm
MAD
-
ATH
Nonstop3h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 9/91:00 pm
ATH
-
MAD
1 stop7h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/21$208

Find flight deals from Madrid to Athens

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Madrid (MAD) 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 23, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$193
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$104
(Mytrip)

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$273

Good round-trip deal

$224 or less

Good one-way deal

$159 or less
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price ($23 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($6 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Madrid 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 23, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Madrid to Athens that are best for you.

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

MadridAthens

MAD - ATH

MADATH

Madrid Barajas

Tue 11/3

5:55 am-6:35 pm

1 stop11h 40m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Mon 11/16

12:00 pm-5:10 pm

1 stop6h 10m

$217

MadridAthens

MAD - ATH

MADATH

Madrid Barajas

Wed 8/12

12:30 pm-3:20 am

1 stop13h 50m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Tue 8/18

4:30 pm-11:40 am

1 stop20h 10m

$243
Quickest round-trip

MadridAthens

MAD - ATH

MADATH

Madrid Barajas

Mon 9/7

9:45 pm-2:15 am

Nonstop3h 30m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Sun 9/13

3:05 am-6:00 am

Nonstop3h 55m

$246

MadridAthens

MAD - ATH

MADATH

Madrid Barajas

Tue 1/5

6:00 pm-12:50 am

1 stop5h 50m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Sun 1/10

6:00 am-10:45 am

1 stop5h 45m

$247

MadridAthens

MAD - ATH

MADATH

Madrid Barajas

Fri 9/25

6:45 pm-3:20 am

1 stop7h 35m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Mon 9/28

10:20 am-11:40 am

1 stop26h 20m

$260

MadridAthens

MAD - ATH

MADATH

Madrid Barajas

Sat 9/12

6:25 pm-2:35 pm

1 stop19h 10m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Sat 9/19

10:00 pm-1:35 pm

1 stop16h 35m

$285

MadridAthens

MAD - ATH

MADATH

Madrid Barajas

Thu 8/27

9:45 pm-2:15 am

Nonstop3h 30m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Thu 9/3

6:05 am-1:05 pm

1 stop8h 00m

$292

MadridAthens

MAD - ATH

MADATH

Madrid Barajas

Wed 8/19

6:05 pm-12:45 am

1 stop5h 40m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Wed 8/26

12:30 pm-11:25 pm

1 stop11h 55m

$321

MadridAthens

MAD - ATH

MADATH

Madrid Barajas

Wed 9/2

12:40 pm-12:45 am

2 stops11h 05m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Tue 9/8

3:30 pm-11:25 pm

1 stop8h 55m

$336

MadridAthens

MAD - ATH

MADATH

Madrid Barajas

Sun 9/13

9:45 pm-2:15 am

Nonstop3h 30m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Fri 9/18

3:05 am-6:00 am

Nonstop3h 55m

$348

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Compare providers for flights from Madrid to Athens

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 Madrid to Athens in July.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Kiwi.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Trip.comPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
MytripPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 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 Madrid-Athens flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Madrid-Athens flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Madrid-Athens flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Madrid-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 Madrid-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 Madrid to Athens

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Cheapflights Insights

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

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

The price you pay for your flight from Madrid to Athens may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 85 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 Madrid to Athens?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Madrid to Athens (average of $217). Flying from Madrid to Athens in August is currently the most expensive (average of $340). 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 MAD to ATH?

Find hourly flight availability from Madrid 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 July 23, 2026.

When flying from Madrid to Athens, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the evening, which can drop the price by up to 9% versus a flight in the morning.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Madrid to Athens. Price data was last updated on July 18, 2026.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Madrid to Athens flight should consider departing on Sunday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday at noon 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 Madrid to Athens?

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.

Madrid to Athens flights typically cost between $255 and $390 in October.
The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was $193 on Multiple Airlines (Oct 8-Oct 24).

The best insider tips for Madrid to Athens flights

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Lori Zaino

Lori Zaino

Expert on MAD

US-born but now based in Spain, Lori's visited 60 countries---and written about them for publications like CNN, Forbes, The Points Guy, NBC, and TripAdvisor. She loves combining affordable adventures with luxury travel experiences and feels equally at home salsa dancing in Colombia, sipping wine in a French castle, or backpacking through Malaysia.

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Brandon Schultz

Expert on ATH

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 July 23, 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Aegean Airlines,Sky Express, andAir Europa from Madrid to Athens. 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.
Aegean Airlines
8.2
Very good
902 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.4

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

6.9

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Theodoros,Nov 2024

ATH - SKG

Excellent crew on board. No issues or silly conflicts during boarding.
Aegean Airlines
8.2
Very good
902 reviews
Aegean Airlines
8.2
Very good
902 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.4

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

6.9

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Theodoros,Nov 2024

ATH - SKG

Excellent crew on board. No issues or silly conflicts during boarding.
Sky Express
7.6
Good
132 reviews
Aegean Airlines
8.2
Very good
902 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.4

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

6.9

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Theodoros,Nov 2024

ATH - SKG

Excellent crew on board. No issues or silly conflicts during boarding.
Air Europa
7.0
Good
629 reviews
Aegean Airlines
8.2
Very good
902 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.4

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

6.9

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Theodoros,Nov 2024

ATH - SKG

Excellent crew on board. No issues or silly conflicts during boarding.
Iberia
7.0
Good
3,256 reviews
Aegean Airlines
8.2
Very good
902 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.4

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

6.9

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Theodoros,Nov 2024

ATH - SKG

Excellent crew on board. No issues or silly conflicts during boarding.
Lufthansa
6.8
Okay
8,156 reviews
Aegean Airlines
8.2
Very good
902 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.4

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

6.9

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Theodoros,Nov 2024

ATH - SKG

Excellent crew on board. No issues or silly conflicts during boarding.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Madrid 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 do I use to fly from Madrid to Athens?

    If you book a flight from Madrid to Athens, you will be flying from Barajas to Eleftherios V.. Flights to Athens Eleftherios V. (ATH) from Madrid Barajas (MAD) take 3h 25m for a nonstop flight. There are 16 flights from Barajas to Athens per day from 5 airlines.

  • How popular is this Madrid to Athens flight route?

    Within the past month, 13 users have taken a look at flights from Madrid Barajas to Athens Eleftherios V..

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

    Flying on Sky Express is currently your cheapest option to Athens, with prices starting at $129. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Air Europa and Iberia, with the lowest prices starting at $159 and $177, respectively. Users have found that Sky Express is 54% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Ryanair, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $63. Wizz Air flights start at $66 while deals on Air Europa start at $71 one-way.

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

    Consider Royal Air Maroc (100%), Vueling (96%) or American Airlines (96%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Madrid to Athens.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Madrid to Athens?

    The cheapest flight price from Madrid to Athens is $83. On average you can expect to pay $424. The most popular route, (Madrid Barajas - Athens Eleftherios V.), can usually be booked for $143.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Madrid to Athens (average of $217). Flying from Madrid to Athens in August is currently the most expensive (average of $340). 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 5 airlines flying from Madrid to Athens

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Madrid 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 23, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Sky ExpressCheapest$129Average$299FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Air EuropaCheapest$159Average$259FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
IberiaCheapest$177Average$316FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Aegean AirlinesCheapest$208Average$330FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time87%
LufthansaCheapest$257Average$268FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%

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