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Cheapest round-trip
C$ 133
Typical prices: C$ 145-C$ 222
Sky Express
Thu 13/12Fri 14/12
ATH - JTR • Direct
Cheapest one-way flights
C$ 65
Typical prices: C$ 81-C$ 155
Ryanair
Wed 9/5
ATH - JTR • Direct
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You can fly direct with Sky Express and Aegean Airlines. Average duration is 54m
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Most punctual • 94% on-time
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Our data shows that travellers who book at least 20 weeks in advance save around 25% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheap Flights from Athens to Thera (ATH-JTR)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Athens to Thera

Sun, 13 Dec - Mon, 14 Dec
Sky Express Logo
7:40 a.m. - 8:35 a.m.ATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-JTR Thera Santorini
0h 55mdirect
Sky Express Logo
9:00 a.m. - 9:55 a.m.JTR  Thera Santorini-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
0h 55mdirect
C$ 133Sky Express
3+ days ago
Fri, 5 Mar - Sat, 6 Mar
Sky Express Logo
7:40 a.m. - 8:35 a.m.ATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-JTR Thera Santorini
0h 55mdirect
Sky Express Logo
1:15 p.m. - 2:10 p.m.JTR  Thera Santorini-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
0h 55mdirect
C$ 134Sky Express
3+ days ago
Thu, 18 Mar - Sun, 21 Mar
Sky Express Logo
3:40 p.m. - 4:35 p.m.ATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-JTR Thera Santorini
0h 55mdirect
Sky Express Logo
9:35 p.m. - 10:30 p.m.JTR  Thera Santorini-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
0h 55mdirect
C$ 134Sky Express
3+ days ago
Mon, 12 Apr - Sat, 17 Apr
Ryanair Logo
3:45 p.m. - 4:35 p.m.ATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-JTR Thera Santorini
0h 50mdirect
Ryanair Logo
7:30 a.m. - 8:20 a.m.JTR  Thera Santorini-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
0h 50mdirect
C$ 137Ryanair
1 day ago
Thu, 1 Apr - Sat, 3 Apr
Ryanair Logo
6:05 a.m. - 6:55 a.m.ATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-JTR Thera Santorini
0h 50mdirect
Ryanair Logo
2:15 p.m. - 3:05 p.m.JTR  Thera Santorini-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
0h 50mdirect
C$ 138Ryanair
13 hours ago
Tue, 24 Nov - Wed, 25 Nov
Multiple Airlines Logo
5:15 p.m. - 6:10 p.m.ATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-JTR Thera Santorini
0h 55mdirect
Multiple Airlines Logo
6:00 a.m. - 6:45 a.m.JTR  Thera Santorini-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
0h 45mdirect
C$ 140Multiple Airlines
2 days ago
Thu, 26 Nov - Sat, 28 Nov
Aegean Airlines Logo
6:50 a.m. - 7:35 a.m.ATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-JTR Thera Santorini
0h 45mdirect
Aegean Airlines Logo
6:00 a.m. - 6:45 a.m.JTR  Thera Santorini-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
0h 45mdirect
C$ 144Aegean Airlines
14 hours ago
Mon, 29 Mar - Fri, 2 Apr
Ryanair Logo
9:40 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.ATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-JTR Thera Santorini
0h 50mdirect
Ryanair Logo
8:10 a.m. - 9:00 a.m.JTR  Thera Santorini-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
0h 50mdirect
C$ 144Ryanair
2 days ago
Mon, 23 Nov - Wed, 25 Nov
Aegean Airlines Logo
9:30 p.m. - 10:15 p.m.ATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-JTR Thera Santorini
0h 45mdirect
Aegean Airlines Logo
6:00 a.m. - 6:45 a.m.JTR  Thera Santorini-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
0h 45mdirect
C$ 145Aegean Airlines
3+ days ago
Sun, 18 Apr - Tue, 20 Apr
Multiple Airlines Logo
6:05 a.m. - 6:55 a.m.ATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-JTR Thera Santorini
0h 50mdirect
Multiple Airlines Logo
5:55 p.m. - 6:50 p.m.JTR  Thera Santorini-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
0h 55mdirect
C$ 148Multiple Airlines
3+ days ago
Booking Insights

Price, demand, and travel trends for Athens to Thera flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines, and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights with more confidence.

How much is a round-trip flight from Athens to Thera?

Round-trip flights from Athens to Thera typically range from C$ 145 to C$ 222. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was C$ 133, on Sky Express.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Athens to Thera?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Athens to Thera. It's 4% cheaper than the average day, while Friday is the most expensive, with prices 5% higher.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Athens to Thera?

•July is the cheapest month to fly from Athens to Thera at C$ 158 round-trip.
•March (C$ 203) and September (C$ 199) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 28% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Athens to Thera the cheapest?

Flights from Athens to Thera are cheapest 20 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 25% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Expert advice

Expert advice for your flight from Athens to Thera

 
KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
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Daniel Scheffler

Daniel Scheffler

Expert on Volotea and Sky Express

Daniel Scheffler is a travel writer, podcaster, and producer. Born in Africa, bred in Europe and now living in America he has traveled to 140 countries (and all 50 U.S. states). Plus he has stayed at over 2500 hotels across the globe. His original shows Everywhere and Without Maps (available on Spotify) showcase his beliefs, travel is about humanity and sharing that beauty. And thus it reminds you that you shouldn’t believe everything you think.

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Duncan Madden

Expert on Ryanair

Duncan is a freelance travel writer, copywriter and book author in constant search of travel stories and the perpetual sensation of being on holiday. He’s never happier than when on a dusty trail in search of empty waves or ducking under the piste tape in search of snowbound solitude. British born, living in Germany, but happiest heading for the horizon. His first book, Found in Translation, explores the etymologies and stories of country names around the world and is out now.

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Yulia Denisyuk

Expert on Aegean Airlines

Yulia is a freelance journalist who’s dispatched from 90+ countries. Her work focuses on cultures, adventure trips and air travel, appearing in NatGeo, NYT, CNTraveler, and more. For past assignments, she’s stayed with nomads in Mongolia and learned the art of Imigongo in Rwanda. She’s based in Chicago; in winter she often questions that decision.

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John Walton

Expert on ATH

Independent aviation journalist John Walton took his first flight at eight weeks old and hasn’t stopped travelling since. A world-renowned expert in airlines and the passenger experience, he writes in depth on aviation, is a resident expert on travel in Japan and France, and offers a uniquely queer perspective on travelling the world.

Kaitlyn McInnis

Kaitlyn McInnis

Expert on JTR

Kaitlyn is a guidebook author and travel writer splitting her time between Atlantic Canada and Istanbul, Türkiye. She has visited over fifty countries and all seven continents, so she is very familiar with many hotels, airports and airlines around the globe. But her favorite type of vacation is sunbathing by the sea with a good book in hand.

Key details for Athens to Thera flights

Low season

January

Cheapest flight

C$ 65
Beat the crowds with an average 53% drop in traveller numbers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 34% increase in traveller numbers.
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When to book flights from Athens to Thera

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Athens to Thera based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Athens to Thera flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking tips.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Athens to Thera?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Athens to Thera:

    • Earliest: departs at 5:50 am and lands at 6:44 am
    • Latest: departs at 9:35 pm and lands at 10:29 pm.

    The flight takes about 54m.

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Athens to Thera?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Athens to Thera:

    • Economy Class
    • Business Class

  • How long does a flight from Athens to Thera take?

    A direct flight from Athens to Thera takes 54m, covering 351 km.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Athens to Thera?

    No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need another form of identification, such as a driver's licence.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Athens to Thera flight?

    Round-trip flights from Athens to Thera range from C$ 145 to C$ 222, with an average of C$ 181 over the past 12 months. Anything below C$ 145 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Athens to Thera flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 14% above the C$ 181 route average. Book 20 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Athens to Thera?

    On this route, direct flights are cheaper than layover options on average. Direct fares average C$ 181 round-trip, compared to C$ 946 via a layover through Thessaloniki Makedonia (SKG).

  • How does on-time performance compare across airlines flying from Athens to Thera?

    Ryanair is slightly above the route average for timely arrivals, while Aegean Airlines has a lower on-time arrival rate. On-time arrival rates on Athens to Thera flights are:

    • Ryanair: 94% on time
    • Aegean Airlines: 83% on time
    • Sky Express: 82% on time

    On average, flights on this route are punctual 84% of the time.

  • What is the standard checked bag allowance on flights from Athens to Thera?

    There is no standard. Checked bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge C$ 20–C$ 141 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Athens to Thera?

    The Airbus A320neo family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Sky Express and Aegean Airlines. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A320-100/200 variants.

  • How are flight departures from Athens to Thera spread across the day?

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Athens to Thera flights, with 37% leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 27%, Evening flights for 27%, and Night flights for 9%.

  • Have flight prices from Athens to Thera changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about C$ 133 to C$ 821. That means the highest observed fare was about 6x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Athens to Thera looking right now?

    One-way fares from Athens to Thera are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about C$ 143, which is 26% above the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Thera Santorini Airport (JTR)?

    Thera Santorini Airport (JTR) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging C$ 43 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Centauro
    • CarQ
    • Europcar
    • Exer Rent a Car
    • ADDCAR RENTAL

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Athens to Thera?

    Flights from Athens to Thera usually depart from Athens Eleftherios V. (ATH) and arrive at Thera Santorini (JTR).

  • What time of day has the fewest delays on flights from Athens to Thera?

    Morning flights have the fewest delays on this route, while afternoon departures tend to have the most.

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed on the route from Athens to Thera?

    A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Athens to Thera route, 16% of flights were delayed in the past three months, with delays averaging 1h 24m.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Athens to Thera pass through?

    Most connecting flights from Athens to Thera pass through Thessaloniki Makedonia (SKG), which handles 100% of one-stop traffic on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Athens to Thera?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 9% on flights from Athens to Thera. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at C$ 174 round-trip on average, while Friday is the most expensive at C$ 190, a difference of C$ 17.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • Which airlines fly from Athens to Thera?

    2 airlines operate flights between Athens and Thera. The airlines offering direct flights on this route include:

    • Sky Express
    • Aegean Airlines

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Athens to Thera flights?

    Among airlines operating Athens to Thera flights:

    • Aegean Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
    • Ryanair: offers free seat selection

    Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Athens to Thera flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • Aegean Airlines: a carry-on bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • Sky Express: a carry-on bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • Ryanair: a carry-on bag and a checked bag in Economy Class

    Baggage allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route, and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

  • Does Athens Airport offer any onsite hotels?

    While there are many hotels in the surrounding area, Athens Airport has only one onsite hotel. The Sofitel Athens Airport is only 50 metres from the main terminal building and offers a wide variety of rooms, starting from simple single rooms for passing the time before your flight up to luxurious suites for premium travel.

  • How do I get from the centre of Athens to the airport?

    You can get to the airport from the centre of Athens by many different means. Of course, if you have your own vehicle, driving is always an option. There are also four bus routes that go from Piraeus and Athens to the airport, as well as a connection for the suburban railway Proastiakos. However, often the simplest way is by taking the Athens Metro Line 3, using an ATH.ENA card and topping up with 90min of travel for €1.40 (A$ 2.20).

  • How do I get from Thira Airport to the centre of Santorini?

    If you have your own vehicle, such as a hire car, or plan on booking a taxi or private transfer, the car journey from Thira Airport to Santorini takes approximately 15min. A public bus also operates at Thira Airport offering regular connections to Santorini. You can buy a ticket on board and a single fare costs around €1.70 (A$ 2.70).

  • Do flights from Athens to Santorini (Thira) consider persons with limited mobility?

    Flights from Athens International Airport (ATH) to Santorini International Airport (JTR) consider individuals with limited mobility by featuring several accessible amenities that would keep them comfortable. For instance, these airports feature wheelchairs at the Arrival and Departure areas with attendants who provide quality services to the PRMs. The presence of ramps, elevators, accessible washrooms, and accessible parking lots gives thousands of reasons how much the flights recognize people with limited mobility.

  • Where can I stay after landing I Santorini International Airport (JTR) in Santorini?

    Travellers landing in Santorini (Thira) via Santorini International airport late at night should consider staying close to the hotel before proceeding to their final destination in the morning. For instance, you may book a room online through KAYAK at Imperial Med hotel located on the ground of JTR before arrival. 

Your guide to booking Athens to Thera flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Tuesday departure and avoid flying on Friday. On this route, Tuesday flights average C$ 174, about C$ 17 less than Friday fares (9% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 20 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 25% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Athens to Thera trip for July. Fares historically average C$ 158 round-trip in that month – typically C$ 45 less than the most expensive month, which is March (based on the last 12 months).
  • For the best chance of arriving on time, fly with Ryanair. Over the past three months, 94% of Ryanair flights from Athens to Thera arrived on time, slightly above the route average of 84%. When flights on this route arrive late, they're delayed by an average of 1h 24m, so choosing an airline with strong on-time performance can make a difference if you're on a tight schedule.
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Thera Santorini Airport.

    • Santorini Kastelli Resort
    • Rk Beach Hotel
  • Being a domestic flight, all journeys from Athens to Thira/Santorini International Airport (JTR) are direct flights, meaning you don't have to worry about stops or transfers with these relatively short trips.
  • Regular flights from Athens to Thira are offered by low-cost airlines Ryanair and Volotea.
  • Athens Eleftherios Venizelos Airport (ATH) offers secure and affordable onsite parking for short stays, or there’s also long-term parking. A week at the U-Save Parking is around €25 (A$ 38.80), while other options are also available.
  • Flights from Athens to Santorini (Thira) depart from Athens International Airport Eleftherios Venizelos (ATH). This airport is approximately 43 km. It would take about 40 minutes to connect from the city centre to the airport through Attiki Odo's route, around 45 minutes through the Periferiaki Imittou route, and around 50 minutes through Leof.Kifisias route.
  • If you have the earliest flight from Athens to Santorini (Thira) via Athens International Airport Eleftherios Venizelos, consider staying close to the airport. For instance, you may book a room at Sofitel Athens Airport, located across from, to catch up with your earliest flight without difficulties.
  • Parents with kids flying from Athens to Santorini (Thira) should consider reserving their flight with Sky Express Airlines. This airline features kids' policies and amenities that keep your child optimistic about the flight. It also features complimentary bassinets with spacious seats to put it for infants who need to sleep during the flight. The seats have extra legroom that would keep you comfortable throughout the flight.

Prefer to fly direct from Athens to Santorini (Thira)?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from Athens Eleftherios V. Airport to Thera Santorini Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Athens Eleftherios V. to Thera Santorini

Monday

Aegean Airlines,Sky Express

Aegean Airlines,Sky Express

Tuesday

Aegean Airlines,Sky Express

Aegean Airlines,Sky Express

Wednesday

Aegean Airlines,Sky Express

Aegean Airlines,Sky Express

Thursday

Aegean Airlines,Sky Express

Aegean Airlines,Sky Express

Friday

Aegean Airlines,Sky Express

Aegean Airlines,Sky Express

Saturday

Aegean Airlines,Sky Express

Aegean Airlines,Sky Express

Sunday

Aegean Airlines,Sky Express

Aegean Airlines,Sky Express

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Direct returns

Thera Santorini to Athens Eleftherios V.

Monday

Aegean Airlines,Sky Express

Aegean Airlines,Sky Express

Tuesday

Aegean Airlines,Sky Express

Aegean Airlines,Sky Express

Wednesday

Aegean Airlines,Sky Express

Aegean Airlines,Sky Express

Thursday

Aegean Airlines,Sky Express

Aegean Airlines,Sky Express

Friday

Aegean Airlines,Sky Express

Aegean Airlines,Sky Express

Saturday

Aegean Airlines,Sky Express

Aegean Airlines,Sky Express

Sunday

Aegean Airlines,Sky Express

Aegean Airlines,Sky Express

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