Journey information
Overview: Reykjavík to Athens flight
Flights from Reykjavík to Athens depart on average 17 times per day, taking around 6h 46m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at £156 if you book in advance.
The earliest flight runs at 00:10, the last at 22:35. The fastest flight covers the 4160 km distance in 7h 15m. January is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 4160 km |
Average flight duration 6h 46m |
Cheapest ticket price £156 |
Flights per day 17 |
Fastest flight 7h 15m |
Cheapest month to travel January |
First flight 00:10 |
Last flight 22:35 |
The cheapest and fastest flights from Reykjavík to Athens
Cheapest price
£306
Average price
£345
Fastest journey
7 h 15 m
Average duration
14 h 56 m
Flights per day
4
Distance
4160 km
The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from Reykjavík to Athens is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Reykjavík to Athens will cost around £345 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap flight tickets today for only £306.
Of the 4 flights that leave Reykjavík for Athens every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct flights cover the 4160 km distance in an average of 14 h 56 m but if you time it right, some flights will get you there in just 7 h 15 m .
The slowest flights will take 1 d 7 h 5 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.








Live departures
Reykjavík to Athens flight times
The table below shows live departures for Reykjavík to Athens flights for today, Sunday 14 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
LH845 · LH124 · LH1752 | 15:20 Reykjavik Keflavik International Airport | 18h40 | 10:00 Athens International Airport | 2 changes | |
LH845 · LH1278 | 15:20 Reykjavik Keflavik International Airport | 19h00 | 10:20 Athens International Airport | 1 change | |
LH845 · LH1284 | 15:20 Reykjavik Keflavik International Airport | 7h05 | 22:25 Athens International Airport | 1 change | |
| Monday 15 December | |||||
![]() | 00:25 Reykjavík | 7h25 | 07:50 Athens | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 01:00 Reykjavík | 14h00 | 15:00 Athens | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 10:30 Reykjavík | 7h15 | 17:45 Athens | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 11:05 Reykjavík | 31h05 | 18:10 Athens | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last flight of the day. | |||||
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FAQs: Reykjavík to Athens flights
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Reykjavík to Athens 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 Athens, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Flights from Reykjavík to Athens generally leave from Reykjavik Keflavik International Airport and arrive in Athens International Airport.
Reykjavik Keflavik International Airport is 49.2 km away from Reykjavík city centre and Athens International Airport is 33.3 km from Athens city centre.
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Important Stations and Airports in Reykjavík and Athens
- Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport.
- Shops available, including Duty-Free Iceland and 66°North.
- Parking available, short-term parking costs around 5.2€ (ISK 750) per hour.
- Available outside the terminal.
- Elevators, ramps.
- Available throughout the airport.
- Yes
- Several lounges available, including the Icelandair Saga Lounge.
- Located in the arrivals area.
- Bus: 55, 21
- Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport for 45 minutes.
- Shops are available in the main terminal, including duty-free shops and brands like Hellenic Duty Free and Korres.
- Parking available with options including short-term and long-term parking. Short-term parking located at P1 and P2, approximately 3.8€ per hour.
- Available outside the terminal.
- Elevators, ramps.
- Available throughout the airport.
- Yes
- Lounges available, including the Aegean Business Lounge and Skyserv Lounge, offering amenities like food, drinks, and showers.
- Located at the arrivals level, near Exit 3.
- Bus: X93, X95, X96, X97
- Metro: Line 3
- Suburban Railway: Proastiakos
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