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Athens.P15,715 per passenger.Departing Mon, 2 Feb, returning Thu, 12 Feb.Return flight with Aegean Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Aegean Airlines departs from Riyadh on Mon, 2 Feb, arriving in Athens International.Inbound direct flight with Aegean Airlines departs from Athens International on Thu, 12 Feb, arriving in Riyadh.Price includes taxes and charges.From P15,715, select.
Athens.P16,770 per passenger.Departing Mon, 11 Aug, returning Thu, 21 Aug.Return flight with Aegean Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Aegean Airlines departs from Riyadh on Mon, 11 Aug, arriving in Athens International.Inbound direct flight with Aegean Airlines departs from Athens International on Thu, 21 Aug, arriving in Riyadh.Price includes taxes and charges.From P16,770, select.
Athens.P16,777 per passenger.Departing Fri, 10 Oct, returning Thu, 23 Oct.Return flight with Aegean Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Aegean Airlines departs from Riyadh on Fri, 10 Oct, arriving in Athens International.Inbound direct flight with Aegean Airlines departs from Athens International on Thu, 23 Oct, arriving in Riyadh.Price includes taxes and charges.From P16,777, select.
Athens.P16,789 per passenger.Departing Mon, 12 May, returning Thu, 15 May.Return flight with Aegean Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Aegean Airlines departs from Riyadh on Mon, 12 May, arriving in Athens International.Inbound direct flight with Aegean Airlines departs from Athens International on Thu, 15 May, arriving in Riyadh.Price includes taxes and charges.From P16,789, select.
Athens.P17,862 per passenger.Departing Mon, 14 Jul, returning Tue, 22 Jul.Return flight with Aegean Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Aegean Airlines departs from Riyadh on Mon, 14 Jul, arriving in Athens International.Inbound direct flight with Aegean Airlines departs from Athens International on Tue, 22 Jul, arriving in Riyadh.Price includes taxes and charges.From P17,862, select.
Athens.P17,879 per passenger.Departing Wed, 24 Sep, returning Tue, 30 Sep.Return flight with Aegean Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Aegean Airlines departs from Riyadh on Wed, 24 Sep, arriving in Athens International.Inbound direct flight with Aegean Airlines departs from Athens International on Tue, 30 Sep, arriving in Riyadh.Price includes taxes and charges.From P17,879, select.
Athens.P17,899 per passenger.Departing Mon, 26 May, returning Tue, 3 Jun.Return flight with Aegean Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Aegean Airlines departs from Riyadh on Mon, 26 May, arriving in Athens International.Inbound direct flight with Aegean Airlines departs from Athens International on Tue, 3 Jun, arriving in Riyadh.Price includes taxes and charges.From P17,899, select.
Athens.P19,173 per passenger.Departing Mon, 16 Jun, returning Sun, 22 Jun.Return flight with Aegean Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Aegean Airlines departs from Riyadh on Mon, 16 Jun, arriving in Athens International.Inbound direct flight with Aegean Airlines departs from Athens International on Sun, 22 Jun, arriving in Riyadh.Price includes taxes and charges.From P19,173, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Riyadh to Athens International

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Riyadh to Athens International flights are currently cheapest in February.
Apr
from P19,738
May
from P16,789
Jun
from P19,173
Jul
from P17,862
Aug
from P16,770
Sep
from P17,879
Oct
from P16,777
Nov
from P19,785
Dec
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Jan
from P23,866
Feb
from P15,715
Mar
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Direct flights from Riyadh to Athens International

Riyadh to Athens International: Alternative routes

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

Riyadh to Athens: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundP15,715
Cheapest month to flyFebruary
Average flight time4 hrs, 12 mins
Most popular airlineAegean Airlines
Average flights per week12

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

The best price we found for a return flight from Riyadh to Athens International is P15,715. 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.
4 hours and 12 minutes is the average flight time from Riyadh to Athens International.
Aegean Airlines and Saudia fly direct from Riyadh to Athens International.
As of April 2025, there are 11 flights per week flying from Riyadh to Athens International.
The cheapest month to fly from Riyadh to Athens International is usually April 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Riyadh Airport to Athens International Airport on Monday, 2 February 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 4 hours and 12 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.
Currently, Aegean Airlines offers the cheapest flight tickets to Athens International.

Flying from King Khaled International Airport (RUH) to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH): what you need to know

  • Around 4 hours 10 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from King Khaled International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport.

  • Athens is one hour behind Riyadh and observes the UTC+2 timezone.

  • Every week, there are six King Khaled International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport flights. If you want to be on board as soon as possible, opt for the 02:50 Aegean Airlines flight. If you'd rather make the most of your day before flying, the last departure is at 15:45 with Aegean Airlines.

  • Your RUH to ATH flight won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.

  • You can expect longer lines during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures will give you ample time for security and boarding.

  • Aegean Airlines has direct flights from King Khaled International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to discover the sights in Athens — and maybe even more of Greece if your schedule allows.

  • Most travellers choose to fly with Aegean Airlines on this route.

  • Aegean Airlines is the most punctual carrier operating RUH to ATH flights. A reliable 88.46% of its departures on this route land as scheduled.

  • We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from King Khaled International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Worthwhile stopovers between RUH and ATH include:

    • Cairo International Airport

    • Queen Alia International Airport

    • King Abdulaziz International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from King Khaled International Airport (RUH) to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)

  • The cheapest price we've found for a one-way King Khaled International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport flight is P8,528. A round-trip plane ticket is currently P15,715. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.

  • To get cheap tickets from RUH to ATH, book your journey six months ahead of your departure date.

  • Organise your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from King Khaled International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport. If you have flexibility with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfare across every month.

  • Finding cheap flights from RUH to ATH is easy with Price Alerts. Simply set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch as soon as a lower fare pops up.

  • Tailor your trip using filters. Select your departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from King Khaled International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport.

Handy information about King Khaled International Airport (RUH)

  • King Khaled International Airport has an excellent on-time performance, so flight disruptions are less likely. Departures from RUH land on schedule 86.76% of the time.

  • Central Riyadh to King Khaled International Airport is approximately 40 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 35 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.

  • Get your journey off to a stress-free start by staying near RUH. Whether you have an early flight from King Khaled International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are perfect:

Arriving at Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)

  • The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a King Khaled International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near ATH instead:

  • Explore without limits with an Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Centauro, Green Motion or Surprice and see more of Athens and beyond.

  • Lock in the best deal by reserving your vehicle from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport about three weeks before your travel date.

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

  • Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport is roughly 40 kilometres from the centre of Athens. The drive time takes around 35 minutes.

  • It takes roughly 1 hour to get there using public transport.

When to fly to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)

  • July is the busiest month for flights from King Khaled International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport. To escape the crowds, visit Athens in January.

  • When reserving your flight from King Khaled International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Athens, with temperatures ranging from 22ºC (72ºF) to 37ºC (99ºF).

  • January has average temperatures of between 4ºC (39ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF). Search for cheap tickets from RUH to ATH sometime around then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.

Explore more of Greece

  • You've visited Athens, now it's time to discover more of Greece. Travel about 306 kilometres north to Thessaloniki to tick off its top attractions. From Arch of Galerius to Aristotelous Square and Museum of Byzantine Culture, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.

  • Larisa is another sought-after destination in Greece and is around 209 kilometres north-west of Athens. No journey is complete without dropping by Agioi Saranta, Saint George Orthodox Church and Second Ancient Theatre.

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