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Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Athens to Palermo among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the flight, with an average ticket price of £333 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 6h 38m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of £333, while a flight costs an average of £333.
Distance: 907 km
Most popular Flight | Driving |
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£333 Average Price Cheapest | £85 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 38m Average total duration Fastest 4h 38m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 22h 13m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
 Most popular airline | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Compare the available ways to get from Athens to Palermo, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.
You'll arrive about 17h 35m sooner (4h 38m by flight vs 22h 13m by car). Tickets start at around £333 compared to roughly £85 in fuel and tolls — a bit more, but you get time back and avoid a long drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group, want flexibility on timing, or plan to stop en route.
How to get to Palermo from Athens by train, bus, flight or ferry.
The best way to travel from Athens to Palermo is by taking a flight because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
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The most popular day trips by train from Palermo are Cefalù, Ustica, Bagheria and Termini Imerese. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your train from Palermo on Omio.
Cefalù is a historic seaside town on Sicily’s north coast, known for its Norman cathedral, sandy beach and medieval lanes. La Rocca towers above the old town, giving the place a dramatic setting and an easy-going Sicilian character.
Bagheria is a Sicilian town near Palermo known for baroque villas and its connection to Renato Guttuso. It feels more lived-in than polished, with aristocratic architecture, nearby sea views and a strong local identity.
Termini Imerese is a coastal Sicilian town known for its thermal baths, historic centre and port. Roman roots, sea views and a lived-in local character give it a practical, unpolished charm.
Travel to Palermo easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Athens to Palermo.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Athens and Palermo as scheduled services by flight can vary by season or day of the week.
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