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Cheapest round-trip
C$ 231
Typical prices: C$ 284-C$ 503
Ryanair
Sun 14/10Sun 21/10
MRS - ATH • 2 stops
Cheapest direct flights
C$ 238
Typical prices: C$ 276-C$ 501
Volotea
Thu 11/10Thu 18/10
MRS - ATH • Direct
Direct flights
You can fly direct with Volotea, Aegean Airlines, and Transavia France. Average duration is 2h 39m
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Most punctual • 78% on-time
Best time • Fewest delays
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in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 15 weeks in advance save around 29% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 20% price drop
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Cheapest • Avg C$ 192 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 5h 33m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Marseille to Athens (MRS-ATH)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Marseille to Athens

Wed, 14 Oct - Wed, 21 Oct
Ryanair Logo
2:05 p.m. - 11:05 p.m.MRS  Marseille-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
8h 00m2 stops Venice Treviso A. Canova Luqa Malta Intl
Ryanair Logo
8:25 p.m. - 8:40 a.m.ATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-MRS Marseille
13h 15m2 stops Bari Palese Bergamo Orio Al Serio
C$ 231Ryanair
Sun, 11 Oct - Sun, 18 Oct
Volotea Logo
6:45 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.MRS  Marseille-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
2h 45mdirect
Volotea Logo
11:05 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.ATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-MRS Marseille
2h 55mdirect
C$ 238Volotea
Thu, 15 Oct - Sun, 18 Oct
Transavia France Logo
5:15 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.MRS  Marseille-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
2h 45mdirect
Transavia France Logo
9:25 p.m. - 11:25 p.m.ATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-MRS Marseille
3h 00mdirect
C$ 245Transavia France
Thu, 15 Oct - Sun, 18 Oct
Transavia France Logo
5:15 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.MRS  Marseille-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
2h 45mdirect
Transavia France Logo
9:25 p.m. - 11:25 p.m.ATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-MRS Marseille
3h 00mdirect
C$ 246Transavia France
Sat, 28 Nov - Sun, 6 Dec
easyJet Logo
8:50 a.m. - 10:45 a.m.MRS  Marseille-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
24h 55m1 stop Bordeaux
easyJet Logo
11:30 a.m. - 7:45 a.m.ATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-MRS Marseille
21h 15m1 stop Bordeaux
C$ 256easyJet
Fri, 2 Oct - Sun, 4 Oct
Multiple Airlines Logo
8:20 a.m. - 2:25 p.m.MRS  Marseille-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
5h 05m1 stop Luqa Malta Intl
Multiple Airlines Logo
11:05 a.m. - 1:05 p.m.ATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-MRS Marseille
3h 00mdirect
C$ 259Multiple Airlines
Thu, 15 Oct - Sun, 18 Oct
Transavia France Logo
5:15 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.MRS  Marseille-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
2h 45mdirect
Transavia France Logo
9:25 p.m. - 11:25 p.m.ATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-MRS Marseille
3h 00mdirect
C$ 262Transavia France
Thu, 15 Oct - Sun, 18 Oct
Transavia France Logo
5:15 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.MRS  Marseille-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
2h 45mdirect
Transavia France Logo
9:25 p.m. - 11:25 p.m.ATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-MRS Marseille
3h 00mdirect
C$ 263Transavia France
Sat, 26 Dec - Sat, 2 Jan
Volotea Logo
7:00 a.m. - 10:40 a.m.MRS  Marseille-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
2h 40mdirect
Volotea Logo
11:20 a.m. - 1:15 p.m.ATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-MRS Marseille
2h 55mdirect
C$ 273Volotea
Sun, 11 Oct - Sun, 18 Oct
Volotea Logo
6:45 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.MRS  Marseille-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
2h 45mdirect
Volotea Logo
11:05 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.ATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-MRS Marseille
2h 55mdirect
C$ 276Volotea
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Marseille to Athens flights

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

Round-trip flights from Marseille to Athens start at C$ 231. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from C$ 284 to C$ 503. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was C$ 231 on Ryanair.

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

Thursday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Marseille to Athens and is 10% cheaper than the average day. Saturday is the most expensive day with flight prices 20% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

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

•March is the cheapest month to fly from Marseille to Athens at C$ 302 round-trip.
•August (C$ 495) and July (C$ 415) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 63% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Marseille to Athens the cheapest?

Flights from Marseille to Athens are cheapest 15 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 29% 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 Marseille to Athens

 
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Daniel Scheffler

Daniel Scheffler

Expert on Volotea

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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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.

Key details for Marseille to Athens flights

Low season

January

Cheapest flight

C$ 127
Best time to beat the crowds (5% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (9% more expensive on average)
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When to book flights from Marseille to Athens

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Your Marseille to Athens flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking questions.

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

    Among airlines operating Marseille to Athens flights:

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

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

  • Which airlines are available on the route from Marseille to Athens?

    3 airlines operate flights between Marseille and Athens. The airlines offering direct flights on this route include:

    • Volotea
    • Aegean Airlines
    • Transavia France

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

    Flights from Marseille to Athens usually depart from Marseille (MRS) and arrive at Athens Eleftherios V. (ATH).

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

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

    • Volotea: a carry-on bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • Aegean Airlines: a carry-on bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • Transavia France: a checked bag in Economy Class class

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

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

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from Marseille to Athens.

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

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than direct options on average. Layover fares average C$ 192 round-trip via Luqa Malta Intl (MLA), compared to C$ 374 for direct.

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

    There is no standard. Checked bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge C$ 25–C$ 140 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 Marseille to Athens?

    The Airbus A319 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Volotea and Aegean Airlines. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A321neo variants.

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

    One-stop flights from Marseille to Athens most commonly connect through:

    • Rome Fiumicino (FCO) – 32% of one-stop connections
    • Munich Franz Josef Strauss (MUC) – 29% of one-stop connections
    • Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG) – 11% of one-stop connections
    • Frankfurt am Main (FRA) – 11% of one-stop connections

    Rome Fiumicino (FCO) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

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

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 25% on the Marseille to Athens route. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at C$ 344 round-trip on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at C$ 456, a difference of C$ 112. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

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

    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 Marseille to Athens route, 40% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 1 hour 36 minutes.

  • Which popular places can I visit in Athens?

    Some of the most popular sights in Athens are Acropolis, Syntagma Square, and Syntagma Metro Station Archaeological Collection. These are among the most viewed places in Athens on KAYAK.

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

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

    • Earliest: departs at 6:15 am and lands at 8:54 am
    • Latest: departs at 6:25 pm and lands at 9:04 pm.

    The flight takes about 2h 39m.

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

    Last-minute fares on this route – booked within 2 weeks of departure – run 20% above the route average of C$ 379. Book 15 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

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

    A direct flight from Marseille to Athens takes 2h 39m, covering 2,716 km.

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

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

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

    One-way fares from Marseille to Athens are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about C$ 151, which is 22% below the typical average for this route.

  • How do delay rates compare for morning and evening flights from Marseille to Athens?

    Morning flights have the fewest delays on this route. Delays tend to pile up throughout the day as one late flight pushes the next, so earlier departures are usually more reliable.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport when travelling from Marseille to Athens?

    Flying via Naples (NAP) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 5h 33m, compared with 5h 53m via Munich Franz Josef Strauss (MUC) and 6h 02m via Frankfurt am Main (FRA).

  • What is the time difference between Marseille and Athens?

    Athens is 1 hour ahead of Marseille (Eastern European Time vs Central European Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What car rental options are available at Athens Eleftherios V. Airport (ATH)?

    Athens Eleftherios V. Airport (ATH) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around C$ 3 for economy cars. Top options include:
    • Centauro
    • Record go
    • Europcar
    • SURPRICE CAR RENTAL
    • Alamo

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

    Round-trip flights from Marseille to Athens range from C$ 284 to C$ 503, with an average of C$ 379 over the past 12 months. Anything below C$ 284 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Marseille to Athens 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 Thursday departure instead of Saturday. On this route, Thursday flights average C$ 344 – about C$ 112 less than Saturday (25% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 15 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 29% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Marseille to Athens trip for March. Fares historically average C$ 302 round-trip in that month – typically C$ 193 less than the most expensive month, which is August (based on the last 12 months).
  • If arriving on time is high on your priority list, Volotea is the strongest pick on this route. 78% of Volotea flights from Marseille to Athens arrived on time in the past 3 months, slightly above the route's average on-time arrival rate of 60%. When flights on this route do arrive late, the average delay is 1 hour36 minutes, so choosing a carrier with strong on-time performance can make a difference on tight schedules.
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Luqa Malta Intl Airport (MLA) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages C$ 192 round-trip on this route – about C$ 183 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).

Prefer to fly direct from Marseille to Athens?

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

Direct departures

Marseille to Athens Eleftherios V.

Monday

Aegean Airlines

Aegean Airlines

Tuesday

Volotea

Volotea

Wednesday

Volotea

Volotea

Thursday

Aegean Airlines,Transavia France

Aegean Airlines,Transavia France

Friday

Volotea

Volotea

Saturday

Aegean Airlines,Volotea

Aegean Airlines,Volotea

Sunday

Transavia France,Volotea

Transavia France,Volotea

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Direct returns

Athens Eleftherios V. to Marseille

Monday

Aegean Airlines

Aegean Airlines

Tuesday

Volotea

Volotea

Wednesday

Volotea

Volotea

Thursday

Aegean Airlines,Transavia France

Aegean Airlines,Transavia France

Friday

Volotea

Volotea

Saturday

Aegean Airlines,Volotea

Aegean Airlines,Volotea

Sunday

Transavia France,Volotea

Transavia France,Volotea

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