How to get to Athens from Berlin

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Compare coach and flight for Berlin to Athens

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Berlin to Athens among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £158 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 7h 30m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £158, while a flight costs an average of £486.

Distance: 1803 km

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£486

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£158

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£473

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7h 30m

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5h 30m

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46h 47m

Average total duration

46h 17m

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23h 39m

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The cheapest way to travel from Berlin to Athens is a coach with an average price of £158.

This is compared to other travel options from Berlin to Athens:

A coach is £329 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Berlin to Athens costing on average £486.

The fastest way to travel from Berlin to Athens is by flight with an average journey time of 7h 30m.

Other travel options to Athens take longer:

Coach takes on average 46h 47m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Berlin and Athens including taking a coach and flight.
Take the flight. It's the quicker way to make this trip, and the time saved usually justifies the slightly higher cost.

You'll arrive about 18h 9m sooner (5h 30m by flight vs 23h 39m by car). Tickets start at around £486 compared to roughly £473 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.

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from Berlin to Athens

How to get to Athens from Berlin by train, bus, flight or ferry.

Our recommendation

flight

The best way to travel from Berlin to Athens is by taking a flight because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • Aegean AirlinesA3823
    20:402h45
    Berlin Brandenburg Airport
    0:25Athens International Airport
    £1301One-way
    0 changes

Cheapest

  • Aegean AirlinesA3823
    20:402h45
    Berlin Brandenburg Airport
    0:25Athens International Airport
    £1301One-way
    0 changes

Fastest

  • Aegean AirlinesA3823
    20:402h45
    Berlin Brandenburg Airport
    0:25Athens International Airport
    £1301One-way
    0 changes

Other options

  • PegasusPC978 · PC1191
    16:3015h25
    Berlin Brandenburg Airport
    8:55Athens International Airport
    £1361One-way
    1 change
  • PegasusPC984 · PC1191
    19:4012h15
    Berlin Brandenburg Airport
    8:55Athens International Airport
    £1431One-way
    1 change
  • sky expressGQ875
    14:402h45
    Berlin Brandenburg Airport
    18:25Athens International Airport
    £1451One-way
    0 changes

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Best day trips from Athens by train

The most popular day trips by train from Athens are Corinth, Delphi, Aegina, Kiato and Loutraki. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your train from Athens on Omio.

A view of Corinth

Day trip from Athens to Corinth by train

Why visit Corinth for the day?

Corinth is a modern coastal city best known for the Corinth Canal and its close ties to Ancient Corinth. It feels practical and lived-in, with a waterfront setting and easy access to important archaeological sites.

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FAQs: Berlin to Athens

Travel to Athens 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 Berlin to Athens.

FAQs
There are 2 options to travel between Berlin and Athens including taking a coach and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Berlin to Athens is a coach with an average price of £158.

This is compared to other travel options from Berlin to Athens:

A coach is £329 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Berlin to Athens costing on average £486.

The fastest way to travel from Berlin to Athens is by flight with an average journey time of 7h 30m.

Other travel options to Athens take longer:

Coach takes on average 46h 47m.

The Berlin to Athens distance is approximately 1803 km.
The average frequency per day from Berlin to Athens is:
  • Around 118 flights per day.
  • Around 5 coaches per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Berlin and Athens as scheduled services by coach and flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Berlin to Athens:
  • Flights mostly depart from Berlin Brandenburg Airport and arrive in Athens International Airport.
  • Coaches mostly depart from Berlin, Karolinenstraße (Alt-Tegel) and arrive in Athens, Lagoumitzi / Ilia Iliou (Αθήνα, Λαγουμιτζή / Ηλία Ηλιού).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Berlin to Athens, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Aegean Airlines, Malta Air, Ryanair, Air Serbia, Austrian Airlines, Lufthansa, Pegasus, Lot Polish Airlines, KLM, Swiss, Air France, Turkish Airlines, Norwegian Air Shuttle, Sas Airways, Eurowings, Lufthansa Cityline, Icelandair, Brussels Airlines, Qatar Airways, Avion Express Malta, Air Baltic, Helvetic Airways, Egypt Air, British Airways, Edelweiss Air, CitizenPlane, Transavia France, Smartwings, Bulgaria Air, TAP Portugal to go to Athens by flight.
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Athens by coach.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Berlin to Athens:
  • 2 direct flights per day with Aegean Airlines, Malta Air, Ryanair, CitizenPlane.
Omio customers who travel from Berlin to Athens often also extend their vacation to go to Santorini (Island), Mykonos, Thessaloniki, Istanbul, Rome. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Athens and these popular destinations at a great price.
To get from Berlin to Athens, you can choose from several travel options including coach and flight.
In Athens, you can enjoy panoramic views of the city from Mount Lycabettus, explore the vibrant Monastiraki Flea Market for antiques and souvenirs, and visit the Panathenaic Stadium, the world's only stadium made entirely of marble. Take a peaceful stroll through the National Garden of Athens, experience a traditional Greek performance at the ancient Odeon of Herodes Atticus, and explore the Acropolis of Athens with its iconic Parthenon. Learn about ancient Greek civilisation at the Acropolis Museum, discover the historic Ancient Agora of Athens, and visit the National Archaeological Museum. Don't miss the charming Plaka neighbourhood with its neoclassical architecture and vibrant local shops.
A visit of 3 to 4 days in Athens is typically sufficient to explore major attractions like the Acropolis, the Parthenon, the Plaka district, and the National Archaeological Museum, while also allowing some time to enjoy local cuisine and culture.

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