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Old Masters gallery with major European paintings, including Raphael, in the Semper building at the Zwinger.
Flights from Athens to Dresden depart on average 16 times per day, taking around 3h 29m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at £54 if you book in advance.
The earliest flight runs at 00:40, the last at 21:00. The fastest flight covers the 1651 km distance in 3h 0m. February is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 1651 km |
Average flight duration 3h 29m |
Cheapest ticket price £54 |
Flights per day 16 |
Fastest flight 3h 0m |
First flight 0:40 |
Last flight 21:00 |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 84 days |
Cheapest price
£176
Average price
£414
Fastest journey
3 h
Average duration
4 h 8 m
Flights per day
60
Distance
1651 km
The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from Athens to Dresden is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Athens to Dresden will cost around £414 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap flight tickets today for only £176.
Of the 60 flights that leave Athens for Dresden every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct flights cover the 1651 km distance in an average of 4 h 8 m but if you time it right, some flights will get you there in just 3 h .
The slowest flights will take 4 h 30 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
FR 171
TK1842 · TK1729+
IC 2179
TK1842 · TK1721+
IC 2177
TK1842 · TK1721+
IC 2175
TK1844 · TK1723+
21926 · RJ 179
FR 171
LH2128+
LH5911
A3806+
A31496
A31453 · A31496
LH1753 · LH2128The table below shows live departures for Athens to Dresden flights for tomorrow, Wednesday 5 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
TK1842 · TK1729+ IC 2179 | 3:55 Athens International Airport | 13h33 | 16:28 Dresden Hbf | 2 changes | |
TK1842 · TK1721+ IC 2177 | 3:55 Athens International Airport | 11h33 | 14:28 Dresden Hbf | 2 changes | |
TK1842 · TK1721+ IC 2175 | 3:55 Athens International Airport | 9h33 | 12:28 Dresden Hbf | 2 changes | |
LH1757 · LH2124 | 6:00 Athens International Airport | 10h40 | 15:40 Dresden Airport | 1 change | |
LH1757 · LH1934+ IC 2179 | 6:00 Athens International Airport | 11h28 | 16:28 Dresden Hbf | 2 changes | |
LH1757 · LH1934+ IC 2177 | 6:00 Athens International Airport | 9h28 | 14:28 Dresden Hbf | 2 changes | |
A31657 · A31496 | 6:00 Athens International Airport | 14h15 | 19:15 Dresden Airport | 1 change | |
A31657 · A31484 | 6:00 Athens International Airport | 10h40 | 15:40 Dresden Airport | 1 change | |
LH1757 · LH1926+ IC 2179 | 6:00 Athens International Airport | 11h28 | 16:28 Dresden Hbf | 2 changes | |
AF1033 · AF1734+ IC 2273 · S2 | 6:35 Athens International Airport | 15h03 | 20:38 Dresden Hbf | 3 changes | |
AF1033 · AF1734+ IC 2179 | 6:35 Athens International Airport | 10h53 | 16:28 Dresden Hbf | 2 changes | |
AF1033 · AF1734+ IC 2271 · S2 | 6:35 Athens International Airport | 13h03 | 18:38 Dresden Hbf | 3 changes | |
LH1285 · LH184+ IC 2179 | 6:45 Athens International Airport | 10h43 | 16:28 Dresden Hbf | 2 changes | |
A31635 · A31522+ IC 2179 | 6:45 Athens International Airport | 10h43 | 16:28 Dresden Hbf | 2 changes | |
LH1285 · LH66 | 6:45 Athens International Airport | 12h05 | 17:50 Dresden Airport | 1 change | |
LH1285 · LH184+ IC 2271 · S2 | 6:45 Athens International Airport | 12h53 | 18:38 Dresden Hbf | 3 changes | |
BA639 · BA992+ 21926 · RJ 179 | 7:30 Athens International Airport | 14h37 | 21:07 Dresden Hbf | 3 changes | |
BA639 · BA990+ IC 2271 · S2 | 7:30 Athens International Airport | 12h08 | 18:38 Dresden Hbf | 3 changes | |
BA639 · BA992+ IC 2273 · S2 | 7:30 Athens International Airport | 14h08 | 20:38 Dresden Hbf | 3 changes | |
TK9190+ TK1725+ IC 2273 · S2 | 8:00 Athens International Airport | 13h38 | 20:38 Dresden Hbf | 3 changes | |
TK9190+ TK1725+ IC 2271 · S2 | 8:00 Athens International Airport | 11h38 | 18:38 Dresden Hbf | 3 changes | |
TK9190+ TK1725+ 21910 · RJ 385 | 8:00 Athens International Airport | 12h07 | 19:07 Dresden Hbf | 3 changes | |
LH5915+ LH66 | 8:10 Athens International Airport | 10h40 | 17:50 Dresden Airport | 1 change | |
A3830+ A31444 | 8:10 Athens International Airport | 16h00 | 23:10 Dresden Airport | 1 change | |
A3802+ A31484 | 8:35 Athens International Airport | 8h05 | 15:40 Dresden Airport | 1 change | |
A3802+ A31496 | 8:35 Athens International Airport | 11h40 | 19:15 Dresden Airport | 1 change | |
LH5917+ LH2124 | 8:35 Athens International Airport | 8h05 | 15:40 Dresden Airport | 1 change | |
A3820+ IC 2179 | 8:40 Athens International Airport | 8h48 | 16:28 Dresden Hbf | 1 change | |
A3820+ IC 2271 · S2 | 8:40 Athens International Airport | 10h58 | 18:38 Dresden Hbf | 2 changes | |
A3820+ IC 2177 | 8:40 Athens International Airport | 6h48 | 14:28 Dresden Hbf | 1 change | |
OS8983+ OS229+ 21910 · RJ 385 | 9:20 Athens International Airport | 10h47 | 19:07 Dresden Hbf | 3 changes | |
OS8983+ OS229+ IC 2271 · S2 | 9:20 Athens International Airport | 10h18 | 18:38 Dresden Hbf | 3 changes | |
OS8983+ OS229+ IC 2273 · S2 | 9:20 Athens International Airport | 12h18 | 20:38 Dresden Hbf | 3 changes | |
TK1844 · TK1723+ 21926 · RJ 179 | 10:25 Athens International Airport | 11h42 | 21:07 Dresden Hbf | 3 changes | |
A31631 · A31444 | 11:45 Athens International Airport | 12h25 | 23:10 Dresden Airport | 1 change | |
LH1279 · LH192+ IC 2273 · S2 | 11:45 Athens International Airport | 9h53 | 20:38 Dresden Hbf | 3 changes | |
LH1279 · LH66 | 11:45 Athens International Airport | 7h05 | 17:50 Dresden Airport | 1 change | |
LH1279 · LH192+ 21926 · RJ 179 | 11:45 Athens International Airport | 10h22 | 21:07 Dresden Hbf | 3 changes | |
AF1233 · AF1834+ IC 2273 · S2 | 12:05 Athens International Airport | 9h33 | 20:38 Dresden Hbf | 3 changes | |
AF1233 · AF1834+ 21926 · RJ 179 | 12:05 Athens International Airport | 10h02 | 21:07 Dresden Hbf | 3 changes | |
TK1848 · TK1723+ 21926 · RJ 179 | 12:10 Athens International Airport | 9h57 | 21:07 Dresden Hbf | 3 changes | |
LH1751 · LH2128 | 12:45 Athens International Airport | 7h30 | 19:15 Dresden Airport | 1 change | |
A31653 · A31496 | 12:45 Athens International Airport | 7h30 | 19:15 Dresden Airport | 1 change | |
LH1751 · LH1946+ IC 2273 · S2 | 12:45 Athens International Airport | 8h53 | 20:38 Dresden Hbf | 3 changes | |
LH1751 · LH1946+ 21926 · RJ 179 | 12:45 Athens International Airport | 9h22 | 21:07 Dresden Hbf | 3 changes | |
LX1831 · LX918 | 14:05 Athens International Airport | 6h05 | 19:10 Dresden Airport | 1 change | |
A31643 · A31444 | 14:15 Athens International Airport | 9h55 | 23:10 Dresden Airport | 1 change | |
LH1281 · LH68 | 14:15 Athens International Airport | 9h55 | 23:10 Dresden Airport | 1 change | |
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Old Masters gallery with major European paintings, including Raphael, in the Semper building at the Zwinger.
Treasury museum displaying royal jewels, goldsmith work and ceremonial objects in richly restored historic rooms.
Contemporary art museum in a former arsenal, showing modern and post-1990 works with a strong local and international mix.
Reconstructed central square framed by baroque façades and the Frauenkirche, ideal for architecture and people-watching.
Lively inner-city district known for pubs, street art, independent shops and a distinctly alternative Dresden atmosphere.
Large riverside meadows popular for walking, cycling and skyline views across the Elbe toward the historic centre.
Sweet layered cake from Dresden made with yeast dough, butter and dried fruit. It is the city’s best-known festive speciality, especially at Christmas.
Saxon potato soup, usually hearty and rustic, often enriched with vegetables and traditionally served with sausages or bacon for extra flavour.
Simple Saxon quark cheese with linseed oil, often served with potatoes. It reflects rural Lusatian and Saxon home cooking around Dresden.
Elegant restaurant in Dresden Castle focused on refined regional cooking and a polished fine-dining atmosphere.
Popular traditional inn with Saxon and German comfort food, generous portions and a cosy historic feel in the Neustadt area.
Traditional brewery restaurant in the Altstadt known for Saxon dishes and house beers in a lively, historic setting.
Moderate for Germany: hotels and dining are often cheaper than Munich or Frankfurt, while public transport and museums remain fairly priced for tourists.
Service is usually included, but rounding up or adding 5-10% is customary. Tip taxi drivers by rounding up. In cafés, round up or leave small change.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Athens to Dresden by flight. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest flight, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Dresden, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Athens to Dresden flights use the Athens International Airport to Dresden Airport airport pair. Use this guide to compare Athens and Dresden airports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like airport facilities and services.
Athens International Airport is 4 km from Athens city centre. Public transport options include:
Athens International Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, Lounge and Lost and Found Office.
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport for 45 minutes. ATMs are located throughout the airport, including arrivals and departures areas.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Athens International Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Athens International Airport: Elevators, ramps.
Dresden Airport is 7 km from Dresden city centre. Public transport options include:
Dresden Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, Lounge and Lost and Found Office.
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport. ATMs are located in the terminal.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Dresden Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Dresden Airport: Elevators, ramps.
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