How long does it take to fly to Athens?

Flight times from New South Wales to Athens vary, but if you’re flying out of Sydney and flying into Athens (one of the most popular routes), then the duration is 21h 35m on average. Another popular route from New South Wales to Athens is flying from Ballina to Athens, which will take roughly 29h 55m. Keep in mind that layovers or delays could extend your travel time.

Which airlines fly to Athens?

Etihad Airways, Scoot and Emirates are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Athens from New South Wales according to our data. Etihad Airways is the first choice among our users, with 42% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Athens. Keep in mind that there are 15 different airlines that fly to Athens on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from New South Wales to Athens Eleftherios V.?

Turkish Airlines, Etihad Airways, and Qatar Airways are the most popular carriers operating from New South Wales to Athens Eleftherios V.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from New South Wales to Athens Eleftherios V. Airport?

Prices for flights from New South Wales to Athens Eleftherios V. Airport refresh daily.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from New South Wales to Athens Eleftherios V. Airport?

The number of operators available for flights from New South Wales to Athens Eleftherios V. Airport is 15 as of April 2026.

How old do you have to be to fly from New South Wales to Athens Eleftherios V. Airport?

Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from New South Wales to Athens Eleftherios V. Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Athens Eleftherios V. Airport?

The required travel and health documents for your Athens Eleftherios V. Airport trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Athens Eleftherios V. Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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19:40 - 08:55

SYD

ATH

44h 15m

1 stop

14:15 - 14:50

ATH

SYD

41h 35m

1 stop

$1,537Air China

Thu, 3 Sep - Fri, 18 Sep

20:40 - 11:55

SYD

ATH

47h 15m

2 stops

14:15 - 15:30

ATH

SYD

40h 15m

2 stops

$1,545Multiple Airlines

Tue, 13 Oct - Mon, 30 Nov

21:30 - 06:15

SYD

ATH

40h 45m

1 stop

10:15 - 06:15

ATH

SYD

35h 00m

2 stops

$1,548Multiple Airlines

Tue, 13 Oct - Mon, 30 Nov

15:40 - 06:15

SYD

ATH

21h 35m

1 stop

13:50 - 16:50

ATH

SYD

20h 00m

1 stop

$1,551Etihad Airways

Wed, 13 May - Wed, 20 May

15:40 - 06:15

SYD

ATH

21h 35m

1 stop

07:20 - 16:50

ATH

SYD

26h 30m

1 stop

$1,559Etihad Airways

Sun, 3 May - Sun, 24 May

07:00 - 15:00

OOL

ATH

39h 00m

2 stops

18:05 - 15:05

ATH

OOL

38h 00m

2 stops

$2,035Emirates

Sun, 17 May - Thu, 21 May

07:00 - 15:00

OOL

ATH

39h 00m

2 stops

18:05 - 15:05

ATH

OOL

38h 00m

2 stops

$2,040Emirates

Sun, 17 May - Thu, 21 May

15:30 - 09:10

NTL

ATH

48h 40m

2 stops

12:40 - 08:05

ATH

NTL

36h 25m

2 stops

$2,309Qatar Airways

Sun, 31 May - Wed, 3 Jun

15:30 - 15:40

NTL

ATH

31h 10m

2 stops

12:40 - 08:05

ATH

NTL

36h 25m

2 stops

$2,327Virgin Australia

Sun, 31 May - Wed, 3 Jun

15:30 - 09:10

NTL

ATH

48h 40m

2 stops

12:40 - 08:05

ATH

NTL

36h 25m

2 stops

$2,345Qatar Airways

Sun, 31 May - Wed, 3 Jun

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Etihad Airways flights from New South Wales to Athens

Our best Etihad Airways deals on New South Wales to Athens flight tickets

Etihad Airways

3 May

SYD15:40Sydney Kingsford Smith

21h 35m

1 stop

ATH06:15Athens Eleftherios V.

24 May

ATH07:20Athens Eleftherios V.

26h 30m

1 stop

SYD16:50Sydney Kingsford Smith

$1,559

Etihad Airways

17 May

SYD15:40Sydney Kingsford Smith

21h 35m

1 stop

ATH06:15Athens Eleftherios V.

24 May

ATH13:50Athens Eleftherios V.

20h 00m

1 stop

SYD16:50Sydney Kingsford Smith

$1,564

Etihad Airways

3 May

SYD15:40Sydney Kingsford Smith

27h 55m

1 stop

ATH12:35Athens Eleftherios V.

24 May

ATH07:20Athens Eleftherios V.

26h 30m

1 stop

SYD16:50Sydney Kingsford Smith

$1,565

Air China flights from New South Wales to Athens

Our best Air China deals on New South Wales to Athens flight tickets

Air China

3 Sept

SYD19:40Sydney Kingsford Smith

44h 15m

1 stop

ATH08:55Athens Eleftherios V.

18 Sept

ATH14:15Athens Eleftherios V.

41h 35m

1 stop

SYD14:50Sydney Kingsford Smith

$1,537

Air China

15 July

SYD19:40Sydney Kingsford Smith

44h 15m

1 stop

ATH08:55Athens Eleftherios V.

22 Aug

ATH14:15Athens Eleftherios V.

41h 35m

1 stop

SYD14:50Sydney Kingsford Smith

$1,580

Air China

6 June

SYD19:40Sydney Kingsford Smith

44h 15m

1 stop

ATH08:55Athens Eleftherios V.

19 June

ATH14:15Athens Eleftherios V.

41h 35m

1 stop

SYD14:50Sydney Kingsford Smith

$1,603

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Thu 3/9

19:40-08:55

1 stop44h 15m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Fri 18/9

14:15-14:50

1 stop41h 35m

$1,537

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Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 13/10

20:40-11:55

2 stops47h 15m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Mon 30/11

14:15-15:30

2 stops40h 15m

$1,545

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SYD - ATH

SYDATH

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 13/10

21:30-06:15

1 stop40h 45m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Mon 30/11

10:15-06:15

2 stops35h 00m

$1,548

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SYDATH

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 13/5

15:40-06:15

1 stop21h 35m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Wed 20/5

13:50-16:50

1 stop20h 00m

$1,551

SydneyAthens

SYD - ATH

SYDATH

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 3/5

15:40-06:15

1 stop21h 35m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Sun 24/5

07:20-16:50

1 stop26h 30m

$1,559

CoolangattaAthens

OOL - ATH

OOLATH

Coolangatta Gold Coast

Sun 17/5

07:00-15:00

2 stops39h 00m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Thu 21/5

18:05-15:05

2 stops38h 00m

$2,035

CoolangattaAthens

OOL - ATH

OOLATH

Coolangatta Gold Coast

Sun 17/5

07:00-15:00

2 stops39h 00m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Thu 21/5

18:05-15:05

2 stops38h 00m

$2,040

NewcastleAthens

NTL - ATH

NTLATH

Newcastle Williamtown

Sun 31/5

15:30-09:10

2 stops48h 40m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Wed 3/6

12:40-08:05

2 stops36h 25m

$2,309

NewcastleAthens

NTL - ATH

NTLATH

Newcastle Williamtown

Sun 31/5

15:30-15:40

2 stops31h 10m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Wed 3/6

12:40-08:05

2 stops36h 25m

$2,327

NewcastleAthens

NTL - ATH

NTLATH

Newcastle Williamtown

Sun 31/5

15:30-09:10

2 stops48h 40m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Wed 3/6

12:40-08:05

2 stops36h 25m

$2,345

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Athens?

In general, February is the cheapest month to fly from New South Wales to Athens. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $1,608. If you aren’t able to travel to Athens during the month of February, then flying in March is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of $1,677.

How far in advance should I book a flight to Athens?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Athens from New South Wales when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Athens for around $1,883 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Athens from New South Wales for as low as $1,763 on momondo.

Can stopping save me money on New South Wales to Athens flights?

You could potentially save up to 42% on your flight if you consider stops on a New South Wales to Athens flight.

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Fastest flight time	21h 35m
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The fastest flight from New South Wales to Athens takes 21h 35m

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Frequently asked questions about flying from New South Wales to Athens

When did momondo last update prices for flights from New South Wales to Athens Eleftherios V. Airport?
Prices for flights from New South Wales to Athens Eleftherios V. Airport refresh daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from New South Wales to Athens Eleftherios V. Airport?
The number of operators available for flights from New South Wales to Athens Eleftherios V. Airport is 15 as of April 2026.
How old do you have to be to fly from New South Wales to Athens Eleftherios V. Airport?
Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from New South Wales to Athens Eleftherios V. Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Athens Eleftherios V. Airport?
The required travel and health documents for your Athens Eleftherios V. Airport trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Athens Eleftherios V. Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

Best airlines flying from New South Wales to Athens

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Scoot	PriceFrom $828	Free cancellation	Rating 6.7 325 reviews	Search Scoot flights
Air China	PriceFrom $993	Free cancellation	Rating 7.3 148 reviews	Search Air China flights
Sichuan Airlines	PriceFrom $1,259	Free cancellation	Rating 7.9 33 reviews	Search Sichuan Airlines flights
Lufthansa	PriceFrom $1,405	Free cancellation	Rating 6.8 7,934 reviews	Search Lufthansa flights
Etihad Airways	PriceFrom $1,453	Free cancellation	Rating 7.3 1,431 reviews	Search Etihad Airways flights
Juneyao Airlines	PriceFrom $1,489	Free cancellation	Rating 0.0 0 reviews	Search Juneyao Airlines flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom $1,527	Free cancellation	Rating 7.4 4,317 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
Singapore Airlines	PriceFrom $1,538	Free cancellation	Rating 8.2 1,499 reviews	Search Singapore Airlines flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom $1,687	Free cancellation	Rating 7.4 3,730 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
Virgin Australia	PriceFrom $1,762	Free cancellation	Rating 7.6 452 reviews	Search Virgin Australia flights

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