How to get to Athens from Madrid

There are 2 options to travel between Madrid and Athens including taking a flight and coach.

The cheapest way to travel from Madrid to Athens is a flight with an average price of £508.

The fastest way to travel from Madrid to Athens is by flight with an average journey time of 8h 35m.

The Madrid to Athens distance is approximately 2369 km.

The average frequency per day from Madrid to Athens is:

• Around 93 flights per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Madrid to Athens:

• Flights mostly depart from Madrid Barajas Airport and arrive in Athens International Airport.
• Coaches mostly depart from Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses and arrive in Athens, Lagoumitzi / Ilia Iliou (Αθήνα, Λαγουμιτζή / Ηλία Ηλιού).

If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Madrid to Athens, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:

• Travel with Lufthansa Cityline, Indigo Airlines, Brussels Airlines, Qatar Airways, tarom, Norwegian Air Shuttle, Air Baltic, Helvetic Airways, Lot Polish Airlines, Egypt Air, British Airways, Edelweiss Air, Iberia, CitizenPlane, Pegasus, Air Europa, Swiss, Lufthansa City Airlines, KLM, Air France, Lufthansa, Air Serbia, Vueling, Malta MedAir, Smartwings, Royal Air Maroc, Bulgaria Air, Turkish Airlines, ITA, TAP Portugal, Aegean Airlines, Royal Jordanian to go to Athens by flight.

Yes, there is a direct route available from Madrid to Athens:

• 4 direct flights per day with Iberia, CitizenPlane, Aegean Airlines.

Omio customers who travel from Madrid 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 Madrid to Athens, you can choose from several travel options including flight and coach.

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.