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Frankfurt to Athens International: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Frankfurt to Athens below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Athens International.

Frankfurt to Athens: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found88 €
Cheapest month to flyJanuary
Average flight time2 hrs, 46 mins
Most popular airlineAegean Airlines
Average flights per week203

Finding cheap flights from Frankfurt to Athens International: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Frankfurt to Athens International is 88 €. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
2 hours and 46 minutes is the average flight time from Frankfurt to Athens International.
Aegean Airlines, Lufthansa and Air Canada fly direct from Frankfurt to Athens International.
As of December 2025, there are 219 flights per week flying from Frankfurt to Athens International.
The cheapest month to fly from Frankfurt to Athens International is usually January.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Frankfurt to Athens International Airport on Saturday, 17 January 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours and 46 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Athens International but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Athens is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Travelling from Frankfurt to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH): What you need to know

  • Frankfurt is home to two main airports where you can kick off your trip. Explore your options for booking a flight from Frankfurt to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) taking off from Frankfurt Airport (FRA) or Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN).

  • Hop on a direct Frankfurt to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport flight and you'll be travelling for an average of 2 hours 45 minutes.

  • Athens is one hour ahead of Frankfurt. Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport is located in Athens, which is in the UTC+2 timezone.

  • Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) is the most popular route. There are 44 direct weekly flights to pick from. If you have plans before you fly, hop on the last flight with Lufthansa at 9:15pm. Opt for the first FRA to ATH departure operated by Lufthansa at 7am if getting there sooner works for you.

  • Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Show up at the airport on time to board your flight from Frankfurt to ATH.

  • Longer lines at security and check-in are more likely if you're jetting off during high season, so give yourself even more breathing space. The recommendation for peak times? Get there up to four hours early for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.

Airports in Frankfurt

Frankfurt Airport (FRA)

  • Get to your destination in one go from Frankfurt Airport (FRA). Direct flights from Frankfurt to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) are available from here.

  • Top carriers that offer direct flights from Frankfurt to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport out of FRA include:

  • The airline with the highest booking numbers between FRA and ATH is Lufthansa.

  • Among carriers operating on this route, Sky Express has the best record for on-time arrivals.

  • Located around 14 kilometres from the centre of Frankfurt, FRA can be reached in about 20 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport is roughly 35 minutes.

  • Searching for a convenient hotel close to Frankfurt Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Frankfurt to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from check-in:

  • 67.47% of flights that depart Frankfurt Airport make it to their destination on time.

Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN)

  • Turn your flight into part of the adventure with a stopover on your flight from Frankfurt to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport. Check out these connections between Frankfurt - Hahn Airport and ATH:

    • Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)

    • Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD)

    • Thessaloniki International Airport (SKG)

  • HHN is around 121 kilometres from central Frankfurt. It'll take you 1 hour 30 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 2 hours 40 minutes.

  • Catching the earliest flight? You might like to check in to one of these hotels near Frankfurt - Hahn Airport the day before your Frankfurt to ATH flight:

  • 53.13% of flights taking off from Frankfurt - Hahn Airport arrive according to schedule.

About Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)

  • Consider staying in a hotel near ATH if you're catching a late flight from Frankfurt to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport. Choose one of these options and be in bed in no time flat:

  • Go where the road takes you with an Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Centauro, Green Motion or Surprice and find adventure across Athens and beyond.

  • Booking your ride around three weeks in advance of your Frankfurt to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport flight can help you lock in a great deal.

Getting from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) to central Athens

  • Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport is around 40 kilometres from central Athens. It takes around 35 minutes or so to drive to the city.

  • Travelling on public transport takes roughly 1 hour.

How to find the cheapest flights from Frankfurt to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)

  • 40 € is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Frankfurt to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport. A return flight starts from 88 €. These fares can change depending on demand.

  • Book six months before flying. Research into pricing trends suggests this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from Frankfurt to ATH.

  • The best month for landing cheap Frankfurt to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport tickets is November. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare flight prices, then select the dates offering the lowest fares.

  • There's no need to check back in every day to find out if prices have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment a lower fare pops up on plane tickets from Frankfurt to ATH.

  • Hunt for savings on a flight from Frankfurt to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport with the help of the filters. Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest.'

The best time to fly from Frankfurt to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)

  • It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Frankfurt to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH). August is the most popular month to visit Athens. If you're all about a more relaxed kind of trip, think about going in February.

  • Before locking in your Frankfurt to ATH plane ticket, consider the weather you're most comfortable in. July is the warmest month in Athens, with temperatures ranging from 22ºC (72ºF) to 37ºC (99ºF).

  • Search for cheap tickets from Frankfurt to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 4ºC (39ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF).

More about Athens

  • Once you've booked your flight from Frankfurt to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport, find a hotel that puts you in a great location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Athens:

  • Your trip to Athens should come with a bit of sightseeing. Highlights you won't want to miss include Acropolis of Athens, The Parthenon and Erechtheion.

Explore more of Greece

  • Athens will leave a lasting impression, but there are so many other parts of Greece waiting to be explored. About 225 kilometres north-west of Athens, a trip to Larisa will keep your itinerary busy. Start with leading sights like Ancient Theatre A, War Memorial and Larissa Ancient Ruins.

  • Around 306 kilometres north of Athens, Kalamaria is another favourite stop in Greece. Experience major highlights starting with Thetidos Park, Nautical Club of Thessaloniki and Kalamaria Marina Recreational Park.

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