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$88+ 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 6/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MAD — ATH
Mar 19 — Mar 261
Wed 3/19
Wed 3/26
1 adult, Economy
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The best prices from Madrid Barajas to Athens Eleftherios V. are usually found in November or January, booked 48 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Sunday and return on a Saturday

Cheap 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 March 14, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$165
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$88
(Connections by easyJet)

Popular in

October

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$242

Good round-trip deal

$250 or less

Good one-way deal

$168 or less
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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 March 14, 2025.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/13. 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.
Wed 5/79:15 amMAD - ATH
1 stop12h 45mMultiple Airlines
Mon 5/129:55 pmATH - MAD
1 stop11h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/13$165
This Air Europa deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/14. 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 Europa is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/259:45 pmMAD - ATH
Nonstop3h 30mAir Europa
Mon 9/83:05 amATH - MAD
Nonstop3h 55mAir Europa
Deal found 3/14$169
This Air Serbia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/13. 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.
Sat 10/410:30 amMAD - ATH
1 stop27h 25mAir Serbia
Mon 10/64:30 amATH - MAD
1 stop13h 35mAir Serbia
Deal found 3/13$172
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/12. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/206:00 pmMAD - ATH
1 stop5h 45mITA Airways
Mon 12/227:25 pmATH - MAD
1 stop5h 34mITA Airways
Deal found 3/12$183
This Iberia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/13. 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.
Sat 7/1210:55 pmMAD - ATH
Nonstop3h 35mIberia
Sat 7/194:10 amATH - MAD
Nonstop3h 55mIberia
Deal found 3/13$192
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/13. 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 5/109:05 pmMAD - ATH
1 stop11h 20mRyanair
Mon 5/127:05 pmATH - MAD
1 stop6h 40mRyanair
Deal found 3/13$193
This SWISS deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/13. 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.
Thu 5/87:35 pmMAD - ATH
1 stop28h 20mSWISS
Sun 5/116:55 amATH - MAD
1 stop12h 50mSWISS
Deal found 3/13$222
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/13. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/161:20 amMAD - ATH
Nonstop3h 25mAegean Airlines
Wed 10/19:35 pmATH - MAD
Nonstop3h 50mAegean Airlines
Deal found 3/13$225
This Lufthansa deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/13. 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 Lufthansa is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/76:00 amMAD - ATH
1 stop14h 10mLufthansa
Tue 5/136:00 amATH - MAD
1 stop12h 35mLufthansa
Deal found 3/13$232
This Brussels Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/13. 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 Brussels Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/158:55 pmMAD - ATH
1 stop16h 55mBrussels Airlines
Tue 5/203:05 pmATH - MAD
1 stop9h 20mBrussels Airlines
Deal found 3/13$234
This Air France deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/13. 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 France is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/105:45 pmMAD - ATH
1 stop7h 25mAir France
Fri 5/163:25 amATH - MAD
1 stop8h 55mAir France
Deal found 3/13$262
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/13. 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 5/56:20 pmMAD - ATH
1 stop7h 45mTurkish Airlines
Mon 5/123:55 amATH - MAD
1 stop7h 30mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 3/13$269

Find flights from Madrid to Athens within your budget

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 March 14, 2025.

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Madrid

Fly to

Athens

Route

Depart

Return

Price

MadridAthens

MAD - ATH

MADATH

Madrid Barajas

Wed 5/7

9:15 am-11:00 pm

1 stop12h 45m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Mon 5/12

9:55 pm-8:40 am

1 stop11h 45m

$165

MadridAthens

MAD - ATH

MADATH

Madrid Barajas

Mon 8/25

9:45 pm-2:15 am

Nonstop3h 30m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Mon 9/8

3:05 am-6:00 am

Nonstop3h 55m

$169

MadridAthens

MAD - ATH

MADATH

Madrid Barajas

Sat 7/12

10:55 pm-3:30 am

Nonstop3h 35m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Sat 7/19

4:10 am-7:05 am

Nonstop3h 55m

$192

MadridAthens

MAD - ATH

MADATH

Madrid Barajas

Sat 5/10

9:05 pm-9:25 am

1 stop11h 20m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Mon 5/12

7:05 pm-12:45 am

1 stop6h 40m

$193

MadridAthens

MAD - ATH

MADATH

Madrid Barajas

Wed 8/27

10:30 am-3:25 am

1 stop15h 55m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Tue 9/9

4:25 pm-9:45 am

1 stop18h 20m

$200

MadridAthens

MAD - ATH

MADATH

Madrid Barajas

Thu 5/8

7:35 pm-12:55 am

1 stop28h 20m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Sun 5/11

6:55 am-6:45 pm

1 stop12h 50m

$222

MadridAthens

MAD - ATH

MADATH

Madrid Barajas

Wed 5/7

6:00 am-9:10 pm

1 stop14h 10m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Tue 5/13

6:00 am-5:35 pm

1 stop12h 35m

$232

MadridAthens

MAD - ATH

MADATH

Madrid Barajas

Thu 5/15

8:55 pm-2:50 pm

1 stop16h 55m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Tue 5/20

3:05 pm-11:25 pm

1 stop9h 20m

$234

MadridAthens

MAD - ATH

MADATH

Madrid Barajas

Sat 5/10

5:45 pm-2:10 am

1 stop7h 25m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Fri 5/16

3:25 am-11:20 am

1 stop8h 55m

$262

MadridAthens

MAD - ATH

MADATH

Madrid Barajas

Mon 5/5

6:20 pm-3:05 am

1 stop7h 45m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Mon 5/12

3:55 am-10:25 am

1 stop7h 30m

$269

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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 Madrid to Athens in March.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightnetworkPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*3 stars
CheapTicketsDealPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Trip.comPrice Accuracy1 starTrust 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

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Athens from Madrid with our price prediction graph.
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Travel insights for flights from Madrid to Athens

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Madrid to Athens including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Madrid to Athens. Price data was last updated on March 7, 2025.

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 48 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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Madrid to Athens (average of $679). Flying from Madrid to Athens in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,355). 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 March 14, 2025.

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 at noon, which can drop the price by up to 27% versus a flight in the afternoon.

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 March 9, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Madrid to Athens flight should consider departing on Wednesday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Wednesday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Madrid to Athens

Explore weekly flight availability from Madrid 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 March 14, 2025.

The most flights from MAD to ATH are scheduled on a Wednesday (5 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (1 on average).

Rainfall in Athens by month

Plan your trip to Athens by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Athens ranges from 0.2 - 2.5 inches per month. December is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 2.5 in. June is typically the driest time to visit Athens when rainfall is around 0.2 in.

Temperature in Athens by month

Plan your trip to Athens by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Athens, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 82.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 50.0 F).

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 March 14, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Aegean Airlines, Austrian Airlines and SWISS from Madrid to Athens to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Aegean Airlines
8.1
Very good
725 reviews

Overall

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

6.9

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.6

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2024

SKG - FRA

I am very proud of them. Everything was very nice everything thank you

Aegean Airlines
8.1
Very good
725 reviews
Aegean Airlines
8.1
Very good
725 reviews

Overall

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

6.9

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.6

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2024

SKG - FRA

I am very proud of them. Everything was very nice everything thank you

Austrian Airlines
7.6
Good
766 reviews
Aegean Airlines
8.1
Very good
725 reviews

Overall

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

6.9

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.6

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2024

SKG - FRA

I am very proud of them. Everything was very nice everything thank you

SWISS
7.5
Good
1,564 reviews
Aegean Airlines
8.1
Very good
725 reviews

Overall

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

6.9

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.6

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2024

SKG - FRA

I am very proud of them. Everything was very nice everything thank you

Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,545 reviews
Aegean Airlines
8.1
Very good
725 reviews

Overall

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

6.9

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.6

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2024

SKG - FRA

I am very proud of them. Everything was very nice everything thank you

Air France
7.4
Good
1,424 reviews
Aegean Airlines
8.1
Very good
725 reviews

Overall

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

6.9

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.6

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2024

SKG - FRA

I am very proud of them. Everything was very nice everything thank you

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 2 flights from Barajas to Athens per day from 5 airlines.

  • How popular is this Madrid to Athens flight route?

    Within the past month, 7 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 Air Europa is currently your cheapest option to Athens, with prices starting at $169. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Iberia and Ryanair, with the lowest prices starting at $192 and $193, respectively. Users have found that Air Europa is 39% 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 easyJet, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $88. Iberia flights start at $90 while deals on Pegasus Airlines start at $101 one-way.

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

    Consider Vueling (96%), Iberia (90%) or Royal Air Maroc (88%) 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 $97. On average you can expect to pay $263. The most popular route, (Madrid Barajas - Athens Eleftherios V.), can usually be booked for $149.

  • 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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Madrid to Athens (average of $679). Flying from Madrid to Athens in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,355). 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 March 14, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Aegean AirlinesCheapest$132Average$312FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time87%
VoloteaCheapest$156Average$372FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
ITA AirwaysCheapest$157Average$205FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
IberiaCheapest$164Average$365FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Air EuropaCheapest$199Average$289FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
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