Athens

$245+ Cheap flights from Philadelphia (PHL) 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 9/22. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
PHL — ATH
Aug 6 — Aug 131
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Philadelphia to Athens Eleftherios V. are usually found in February or November, booked 32 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Monday and return on a Saturday

Cheap flight deals from Philadelphia to Athens

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Philadelphia (PHL) 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 August 1, 2025.

Round-trip from

$779
(Lufthansa)

One-way from

$245
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,045

Good round-trip deal

$907 or less

Good one-way deal

$643 or less
From Philadelphia to Athens Eleftherios V.
One-way flight from Philadelphia to Athens Eleftherios V.
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 22% potential increase in price ($302 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($48 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in August 2025
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Cheapest flights from Philadelphia to Athens
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Philadelphia to Athens. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on August 1, 2025.

This United 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/1510:22 amPHL - ATH
2 stops16h 43mUnited Airlines
Sat 11/221:10 pmATH - PHL
2 stops39h 11mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/29$776
This Ovago 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 Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/82:56 pmPHL - ATH
2 stops15h 39mBritish Airways
Sun 11/161:00 pmATH - PHL
Nonstop10h 40mBritish Airways
Deal found 7/29$778
This Lufthansa 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 Lufthansa is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/296:45 pmPHL - ATH
1 stop19h 25mLufthansa
Sun 9/76:00 amATH - PHL
2 stops17h 00mLufthansa
Deal found 7/30$779
This Iberia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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.
Mon 9/1510:47 amPHL - ATH
2 stops19h 38mIberia
Tue 10/141:25 amATH - PHL
1 stop22h 25mIberia
Deal found 7/31$784
This Air Canada 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/1510:35 amPHL - ATH
2 stops16h 30mAir Canada
Sat 10/256:00 amATH - PHL
2 stops22h 38mAir Canada
Deal found 7/30$792
This American 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/2710:45 amPHL - ATH
1 stop18h 20mAmerican Airlines
Wed 9/31:00 pmATH - PHL
Nonstop10h 50mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/30$800
This SWISS 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 SWISS is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/41:03 pmPHL - ATH
2 stops28h 52mSWISS
Mon 9/82:00 pmATH - PHL
2 stops38h 31mSWISS
Deal found 7/29$812
This Mytrip 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/156:35 amPHL - ATH
3 stops29h 35mMultiple Airlines
Wed 9/249:15 amATH - PHL
3 stops30h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/30$827

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Philadelphia to Athens that are best for you.

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PHL - ATH

PHLATH

Philadelphia

Sat 11/8

2:56 pm-1:35 pm

2 stops15h 39m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Sun 11/16

1:00 pm-4:40 pm

Nonstop10h 40m

$778

PhiladelphiaAthens

PHL - ATH

PHLATH

Philadelphia

Fri 8/29

6:45 pm-9:10 pm

1 stop19h 25m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Sun 9/7

6:00 am-4:00 pm

2 stops17h 00m

$779

PhiladelphiaAthens

PHL - ATH

PHLATH

Philadelphia

Mon 9/15

10:47 am-1:25 pm

2 stops19h 38m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Tue 10/14

1:25 am-4:50 pm

1 stop22h 25m

$784

PhiladelphiaAthens

PHL - ATH

PHLATH

Philadelphia

Wed 10/15

10:35 am-10:05 am

2 stops16h 30m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Sat 10/25

6:00 am-9:38 pm

2 stops22h 38m

$792

PhiladelphiaAthens

PHL - ATH

PHLATH

Philadelphia

Fri 9/12

5:35 pm-11:00 pm

2 stops22h 25m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Sun 9/21

6:00 am-4:00 pm

2 stops17h 00m

$801

PhiladelphiaAthens

PHL - ATH

PHLATH

Philadelphia

Thu 9/4

1:03 pm-12:55 am

2 stops28h 52m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Mon 9/8

2:00 pm-9:31 pm

2 stops38h 31m

$812

PhiladelphiaAthens

PHL - ATH

PHLATH

Philadelphia

Sat 1/3

3:30 pm-6:00 pm

2 stops19h 30m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Fri 1/9

2:05 pm-2:47 pm

2 stops31h 42m

$825

PhiladelphiaAthens

PHL - ATH

PHLATH

Philadelphia

Mon 9/22

5:30 am-1:00 pm

2 stops48h 30m

$245

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The best insider tips for Philadelphia to Athens flights

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Airlines
British Airways

BA's Club Suite offers solo pods with doors for privacy on select aircraft.


World Traveller Plus offers extra seat width and legroom, ideal for long-haul comfort.

Finnair

Finnair's AirLounge seats offer a cocooning lounge space, perfect for long-haul comfort.


Premium economy features 38-inch pitch and comfy leg rests for enhanced long-haul comfort.

Read more about Finnairby Duncan Madden
Airports
PHL

For a smooth departure, use the inter-terminal shuttle bus linking Terminal F, C, and A every 10 minutes, avoiding long walks.

Read more about PHLby Mark Chesnut
ATH

Upon arrival at ATH, take the Athens Metro Blue Line for a 30-minute ride to Syntagma station in the city center.

Read more about ATHby Brandon Schultz
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Best time to book a flight from Philadelphia to Athens

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Philadelphia to Athens. Price data was last updated on July 25, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Philadelphia to Athens is 32 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Philadelphia to Athens (average of $679). Flying from Philadelphia 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 PHL to ATH?

Find hourly flight availability from Philadelphia 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 August 1, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Philadelphia to Athens in the evening. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 53% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the afternoon.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Philadelphia to Athens. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Philadelphia to Athens flight should consider departing on Sunday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Philadelphia to Athens

Explore weekly flight availability from Philadelphia 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 August 1, 2025.

The most flights from PHL to ATH are scheduled on a Monday (4 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (4 on average).

What’s the top layover airport for flights from Philadelphia to Athens?

Share of 1-stop round-trip flights from Philadelphia to Athens chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same layover each way.

Frankfurt am Main (FRA) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 91% of 1-stop itineraries from Philadelphia to Athens on Cheapflights.

What’s the cheapest layover airport for flights from Philadelphia to Athens?

Average round-trip fare for 1-stop flights from Philadelphia to Athens, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same layover each way.

Frankfurt am Main (FRA) is the most affordable 1-stop option, with an average round-trip price of $935.

What’s the fastest layover option from Philadelphia to Athens?

Shortest average travel time for 1-stop one-way flights from Philadelphia to Athens, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by layover airport.

Flights via Frankfurt am Main (FRA) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 12h 36m.

Which airport typically offers the quickest layover for flights from Philadelphia to Athens?

Average layover duration for 1-stop one-way flights from Philadelphia to Athens, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via Frankfurt am Main (FRA) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average layover time of 3h 01m.

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 August 1, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Philadelphia to Athens, such as Delta, SWISS, and United Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.0
Very good

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

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

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

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

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

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

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

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

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

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

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

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 Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia?

    On a plane ride to Athens from Philadelphia, you'll likely depart from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL). It's the main airport serving the city and the largest one in the state. The airport lies seven miles from downtown Philadelphia. You can easily minimize the distance by taking a SEPTA train with an average voyage time of 28min or boarding the Line 37 bus, which will take roughly 35min. On this trip, Athens International Airport Eleftherios Venizelos (ATH) will be your arrival location. The airport is the busiest and largest international airport in Greece. Even so, it isn't far from Central Athens, at just a 40min ride on the Metro Line 3 train.

  • Which airlines fly directly from Philadelphia to Athens?

    Currently, nonstop flights to Athens from Philadelphia aren't available. Common routes include starting your journey at Philadelphia Airport, making about two plane changes at Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson, Paris Charles de Gaulle, Chicago O'Hare International, or Munich Franz Josef Strauss, and arriving at Athens International Airport. You will find that Delta Air Lines services the voyages for trips that have stops at Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson and Paris Charles de Gaulle. United Airlines is the company that usually operates routes with layovers at Chicago O'Hare International and Munich Franz Josef Strauss.

  • What are the layover options between Philadelphia and Athens?

    With the unavailability of nonstop flights from Philadelphia to Athens at this time, you can select trips with layovers from a wide range of options. Some common choices include Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL), Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG), Chicago O'Hare International (ORD), and Munich Franz Josef Strauss (MUC). Layovers can also occur at Denver International (DEN), Los Angeles (LAX), Frankfurt am Main (FRA), Minneapolis St Paul (MSP), and Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS). Usually, stops can take approximately 3-7h for plane changes, adding quite some time to the journey. However, selecting a flight deal with more stops for this route is likely to make your fare cheaper.

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

    Any American traveling to Athens from Philadelphia should have a passport, which needs to be valid for at least six months beyond your return. It's also paramount that your passport has enough blank visa pages for the entry and exit stamps (one per page) when you get to or leave Greece. You might also have to show proof of your return airline ticket and finances that will last throughout your stay in the country. A visa is not a travel requirement if you're planning on staying in Athens for less than three months. However, you will need a Schengen visa if you're traveling on a US official or a diplomatic passport or will stay in Greece for more than 90 days. The processing time can take roughly two to three weeks and cost about $70 for adults and $41 for children 6-12 years. It is free for children younger than six.

  • What airports do I use to fly from Philadelphia to Athens?

    Booking a flight from Philadelphia (PHL) to Athens Eleftherios V. (ATH) is your only option if you wish to fly from Philadelphia to Athens. On a typical day, there are 4 flights from Philadelphia to Eleftherios V., all of which are around 9h 20m for a nonstop flight. You can also purchase a plane ticket from 9 airlines when you book a flight from Philadelphia to Athens.

  • How popular is this Philadelphia to Athens flight route?

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

    Lufthansa, at $779, was found to be the cheapest airline from Philadelphia to Athens.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include British Airways and Iberia. These flights start at 27% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Philadelphia to Athens on time: American Airlines (80%), Finnair (80%), Iberia (80%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Philadelphia to Athens?

    While on average a flight from Philadelphia to Athens is generally $947, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $578. When looking at the most popular route, (Philadelphia - Athens Eleftherios V.), you can expect to pay $566 for that flight.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Philadelphia to Athens (average of $679). Flying from Philadelphia 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 9 airlines flying from Philadelphia to Athens

Discover the top 9 airlines that operate flights from Philadelphia 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 August 1, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
British AirwaysCheapest$592Average$1,121FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
DeltaCheapest$613Average$944FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Air CanadaCheapest$684Average$986FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
Scandinavian AirlinesCheapest$691Average$907FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
United AirlinesCheapest$697Average$1,035FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$737Average$1,337FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
IberiaCheapest$737Average$1,241FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
LufthansaCheapest$751Average$989FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
FinnairCheapest$779Average$1,189FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%

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