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Cheapest return flight
£273
Typical prices: £243-£356
KLM
Thu 8/11Wed 21/11
ORK - ATH • 2 stops
Direct flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Cork and Athens. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to travel
January
Cheapest • 53% price drop
September
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
London Stansted (STN)
Cheapest • Avg £158 (return)
Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS)
Shortest trip • 7h 29m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Cork to Athens (ORK-ATH)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Cork to Athens

Sun, 8 Nov - Sat, 21 Nov
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15:25 - 16:35ORK  Cork-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
23h 10m2 stops Paris Charles de Gaulle Amsterdam Schiphol
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17:25 - 14:45ATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-ORK Cork
23h 20m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Paris Charles de Gaulle
£273KLM
Sun, 11 Oct - Tue, 13 Oct
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07:10 - 19:50ORK  Cork-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
10h 40m1 stop London Heathrow
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18:30 - 15:10ATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-ORK Cork
22h 40m1 stop London Heathrow
£486British Airways
Sun, 11 Oct - Tue, 13 Oct
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07:10 - 19:50ORK  Cork-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
10h 40m1 stop London Heathrow
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18:30 - 15:10ATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-ORK Cork
22h 40m1 stop London Heathrow
£523British Airways
Mon, 28 Sep - Thu, 1 Oct
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07:10 - 18:30ORK  Cork-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
9h 20m1 stop London Heathrow
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16:20 - 10:45ATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-ORK Cork
20h 25m1 stop London Heathrow
£573British Airways
Mon, 28 Sep - Thu, 1 Oct
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07:10 - 18:30ORK  Cork-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
9h 20m1 stop London Heathrow
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16:20 - 10:45ATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-ORK Cork
20h 25m1 stop London Heathrow
£574British Airways
Fri, 30 Oct - Fri, 6 Nov
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16:05 - 01:30ORK  Cork-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
7h 25m1 stop London Heathrow
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07:35 - 18:50ATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-ORK Cork
13h 15m2 stops London Heathrow Glasgow Intl
£820British Airways
Fri, 30 Oct - Fri, 6 Nov
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16:05 - 01:30ORK  Cork-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
7h 25m1 stop London Heathrow
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07:35 - 18:50ATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-ORK Cork
13h 15m2 stops London Heathrow Glasgow Intl
£821British Airways
Mon, 28 Sep - Thu, 1 Oct
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07:10 - 19:55ORK  Cork-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
10h 45m1 stop London Heathrow
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07:25 - 18:50ATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-ORK Cork
13h 25m2 stops London Heathrow Glasgow Intl
£1,000British Airways
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Cork to Athens flights

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How much is a return flight from Cork to Athens?

Return flights from Cork to Athens start at £273. Prices are typical for this route right now, with typical return fares ranging from £243 to £356. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was £273 on KLM.

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Key details for Cork to Athens flights

Low season

December

Cheapest flight

£273
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 16% lower on average.
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When to book flights from Cork to Athens

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Cork to Athens based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Cork to Athens flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking questions.

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Cork to Athens?

    Flights from Cork to Athens usually depart from Cork (ORK) and arrive at Athens Eleftherios V. (ATH).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Cork to Athens pass through?

    One-stop flights from Cork to Athens most commonly connect through:

    • Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) – 71% of one-stop connections
    • London Heathrow (LHR) – 14% of one-stop connections
    • Zurich (ZRH) – 7% of one-stop connections
    • Frankfurt am Main (FRA) – 4% of one-stop connections

    Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Cork to Athens?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 61% on the Cork to Athens route. Monday is the cheapest departure day at £197 return on average, while Friday is the most expensive at £496, a difference of £298. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • What popular places can I visit in Athens?

    Some of the most popular sights in Athens are Acropolis, Monastiraki, and Syntagma Square. These are among the most viewed places in Athens on KAYAK.

  • How long is a flight from Cork to Athens?

    A direct flight from Cork to Athens takes 0h 00m, covering 1,832 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Cork to Athens?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • Have flight prices from Cork to Athens changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about £273 to £1,000. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Cork to Athens?

    Flying via Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 7h 29m, compared to 8h 10m via London Heathrow (LHR) and 10h 07m via London Stansted (STN).

  • What is the time difference between Cork and Athens?

    Athens is 2 hours ahead of Cork (Eastern European Time vs Irish Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • Which car hire options are available at Athens Eleftherios V. Airport (ATH)?

    Athens Eleftherios V. Airport (ATH) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around £2 for economy cars. Top options include:
    · Centauro
    · Record go
    · Europcar
    · SURPRICE CAR RENTAL
    · Alamo

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Cork to Athens flight?

    Return flights from Cork to Athens range from £243 to £356, with an average of £316 over the past 12 months. Anything below £243 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Cork to Athens flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Monday departure instead of Friday. On this route, Monday flights average £197 – about £298 less than Friday (60% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Cork to Athens trip for January. Fares historically average £150 return in that month – typically £271 less than the most expensive month, which is April (based on the last 12 months).

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