Cheap Flights from Madrid to Athens

Cheapest flights from Madrid to Athens

Flaut.Travel was designed and developed by a team dedicated to making the process of searching, comparing and booking airline tickets as easy and convenient as possible. Our service helps travelers to find and buy the cheapest flights from Madrid to Athens. We have connected more than 40 airlines and airline ticketing agencies to help you find the most suitable and affordable flight option.

Cheapest one way flight

$61

LC Busre SAC

1 layover

5h 35m

11/16/2026

The cheapest one-way flight from Madrid to Athens departs on 11/16/2026, is operated by LC Busre SAC and costs $61

Cheapest round trip flight

$173

LC Busre SAC

1 layover

1d 9h 45m

09/14/2026

The cheapest roundtrip flight from Madrid to Athens departs on 09/14/2026, is operated by LC Busre SAC and costs $173

The fastest flight

3h 25m

Fastest flight from Madrid to Athens takes 3h 25m

Direct flights

Several times a week

There are direct flights on this route 6 days a week: Su, Mo, We, Th, Fr, and Sa

Earliest flight

7:00 AM

Latest flight

8:00 PM

Average flight duration

3h 58m

Direct flights count

36

Distance

2389km

Timezone difference

1h

The distance between Madrid and Athens is 2389km (1481 miles). The average flight duration is 3h 58m. There are 36 direct flights from Madrid to Athens. The time difference between Madrid and Athens is 1h. Flights from Madrid begin at 7:00 AM. The latest flight from Madrid departs at 8:00 PM

Remember that on average the ideal time to book flights is 2 months before departure!

Airfare from Madrid to Athens by month

In different months, ticket prices from Madrid to Athens vary: minimum — $63 (September 2026), maximum — $92 (June 2027). Typically, the flight costs $83–$90.

September 2026

Lowest price

on average:

$63

June 2027

Highest price

on average:

$92

Avg Price

Price dynamics

Flight costs from Madrid to Athens climb toward the middle of the period, then start to drop. By choosing the right dates, you can save noticeably.

Cheaper and more expensive periods

Prices rise from September 2026 to June 2027 (+47%), then decline from July 2026 to September 2026 (29%). The cheapest tickets are in August 2026–September 2026 (averaging $76), while the priciest are in July 2026–August 2026 ($89).

Best time to buy

For savings, plan your flight for August 2026–September 2026 — you could save up to 15%. Try to avoid July 2026–August 2026 when possible: prices are at their highest then.

Price predictability

Price spread on this route is 14.3%. Costs depend heavily on the season, so flexibility in choosing your departure month is especially valuable here.

Airlines operating on route

The route Madrid — Athens is served by many carriers — 6 in total, including Iberia, Air Europa, Sky Express, LC Busre SAC, Ryanair, and Wizz Air. This gives passengers wide opportunities: from finding the lowest fare (from $61) to selecting flights by schedule or service class. Our service aggregates data from multiple booking systems so you can compare offers in one place. This saves time and money: no need to check dozens of sites — just pick the right option and book online.

starting at $80

starting at $85

starting at $94

starting at $61

starting at $65

starting at $78

Non-stop flights from Madrid to Athens

A non-stop flight is the most convenient and comfortable way to fly from Madrid to Athens, despite the fact that sometimes flights with transfers can cost significantly less.

Madrid — Athens

MAD — ATH

04/11/2027

Departure

Direct flight

IB839

starting at $80

Madrid — Athens

MAD — ATH

09/18/2026

Departure

Direct flight

UX1087

starting at $85

Madrid — Athens

MAD — ATH

10/16/2026

Departure

Direct flight

IB839

starting at $85

Madrid — Athens

MAD — ATH

07/29/2026

Departure

Direct flight

GQ921

starting at $94

Madrid — Athens

MAD — ATH

08/20/2026

Departure

Direct flight

UX1087

starting at $100

Madrid — Athens

MAD — ATH

07/30/2026

Departure

Direct flight

GQ921

starting at $106

Madrid — Athens

MAD — ATH

07/24/2026

Departure

Direct flight

IB833

starting at $123

Madrid — Athens

MAD — ATH

07/25/2026

Departure

Direct flight

UX1087

starting at $128

Madrid — Athens

MAD — ATH

07/26/2026

Departure

Direct flight

UX1087

starting at $128

Madrid — Athens

MAD — ATH

07/27/2026

Departure

Direct flight

UX1087

starting at $139

Schedule of direct flights from Madrid to Athens

Of the 4 airlines serving Madrid — Athens, only a handful fly every day — Iberia and Aegean Airlines. Air Europa flies every day except Wednesday and Thursday. Sky Express flies every day except Tuesday and Saturday.

Iberia

Every day

starting at $184

Air Europa

Su, Mo, Tu, Fr, and Sa

starting at $81

Aegean Airlines

Every day

starting at $127

Sky Express

Su, Mo, We, Th, and Fr

starting at $101

Madrid airports overview

Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport

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MAD

13km

Madrid's main international airport handles domestic, European and long‑haul flights, with multiple terminals and frequent connections across Spain, Europe and Latin America.

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Athens airports overview

Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport

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ATH

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Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

Answers to questions about the route that travelers are most interested in.

What is the cheapest price for flights from Madrid to Athens?

The cheapest flight ticket from Madrid to Athens according to data for the last 48 hours costs $61

When is the best time to buy air tickets on the route Madrid — Athens?

Often the best time to buy tickets from Madrid to Athens is 2 months before departure.

When is the cheapest time of year to fly from Madrid to Athens?

Based on statistics over the past years, the lowest prices for flights from Madrid to Athens can be found flying in these months: September, July, August.

How long does it take to fly from Madrid to Athens?

The fastest flights from Madrid to Athens start from 3 hours 25 minutes in the air.

Which airline can fly direct from Madrid to Athens?

The following airlines operate direct flights on the route Madrid — Athens: Iberia, Air Europa, Sky Express

Special offers and sales on air tickets from Madrid to Athens

We keep tight track on airlines' pre-holidays sales and other special offers occurences all the time to let you save maximum amount of funds while traveling to your family or just going out on vacation.

We couldn't find any special offers for flights from Madrid to Athens

Alternative routes

Albacete ➜ Athens•Burgos ➜ Athens•Logrono ➜ Athens•Valladolid ➜ Athens•Zaragoza ➜ Athens•Madrid ➜ Istanbul•Madrid ➜ Izmir•Madrid ➜ Plovdiv•Madrid ➜ Thessaloniki•Madrid ➜ Skopje•Madrid ➜ Sofia•Madrid ➜ Tekirdag•Madrid ➜ Tirana

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Cheapest one way flight

$61

LC Busre SAC

1 layover

5h 35m

11/16/2026

The cheapest one-way flight from Madrid to Athens departs on 11/16/2026, is operated by LC Busre SAC and costs $61

Cheapest round trip flight

$173

LC Busre SAC

1 layover

1d 9h 45m

09/14/2026

The cheapest roundtrip flight from Madrid to Athens departs on 09/14/2026, is operated by LC Busre SAC and costs $173

The fastest flight