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These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Rhodes to Athens:

• Earliest: departs at 06:00 and lands at 07:01
• Latest: departs at 22:00 and lands at 23:01.

The flight takes about 1h 01m.

Two cabin classes are available on flights from Rhodes to Athens:

• Economy class
• Business Class

A direct flight from Rhodes to Athens takes 1h 01m, covering 251 miles.

No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need another form of identification, such as a driving licence.

Return flights from Rhodes to Athens range from £88 to £131, with an average of £105 over the past 12 months. Anything below £88 counts as a good deal.

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 15% above the £105 route average. Book 20 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

On this route, direct flights are cheaper than stopover options on average. Direct fares average £104 return, compared with £115 via a stopover through Karpathos (AOK).

There is no standard. Checked bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge £10–£72 for the first checked bag in Economy. Premium fares and elite status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

The Airbus A321neo family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Sky Express and Hahn Air Systems. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A320-100/200 variants.

Morning is the busiest departure period on Rhodes to Athens flights, with 43% leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 29%, Evening flights for 14%, and Night flights for 14%.

Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about £83 to £610. That means the highest observed fare was about 7x higher than the lowest one.

One-way fares from Rhodes to Athens are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about £55, which is 17% below the typical average for this route.

Athens Eleftherios V. Airport (ATH) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around £21 for economy cars. Top options include:

• Record go
• Centauro
• Europcar
• SURPRICE CAR RENTAL
• Alamo

Flights from Rhodes to Athens usually depart from Rhodes Diagoras (RHO) and arrive at Athens Eleftherios V. (ATH).

Morning flights have the fewest delays on this route, while afternoon departures tend to have the most.

A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Rhodes to Athens route, 24% of flights were delayed in the past three months, with delays averaging 1h 25m.

Connecting flights from Rhodes to Athens most commonly pass through:

• Karpathos (AOK) – 64% of one-stop connections
• Heraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt. (HER) – 36% of one-stop connections

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 13% on flights from Rhodes to Athens. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at £100 return on average, while Monday is the most expensive at £115, a difference of £15.

KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

2 airlines operate flights between Rhodes and Athens. The airlines offering direct flights on this route include:

• Aegean Airlines
• Sky Express

Flying via Karpathos (AOK) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 5h 34m, compared to 13h 24m via Heraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt. (HER).

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

Among airlines operating Rhodes to Athens flights:

• Aegean Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection

Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

• Sky Express: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class
• Aegean Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class
• Hahn Air Systems: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class

Baggage allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route, and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

There are various airlines that operate flights between these two destinations regularly. The two most common are SKY Express and Aegean Airlines. You will also find many operated by Olympic Air. All of these airlines operate nonstop flights, but it is possible to find on-stop and two-stop flights along the route, as well.

It is easiest and cheapest to book direct flights between these two cities, but there are also various one-stop and two-stop flights you can book from Rhodes to Athens. If you choose a one-stop flight, you will have a layover in Chios (JKH), Thessaloniki (SKG), Varos Limnos (LXS), Karpathos (AOK), or Heraklion (HER). Two-stop flights commonly have stops in Samos (SMI) and Chios.

First, consider using public transport to reach the airport in Rhodes and again to reach your final destination in Athens after your flight. Next, book direct flights, as these burn less fuel because they have fewer takeoffs and landings than one-stop and two-stop flights. Consider flying with Aegean Airlines, one of the most sustainable airlines flying this route. They also offer direct flights on this route. Finally, pack as light as you can, as this reduces the total weight of the plane and leads to less fuel consumption.

US citizens will need their valid passport to board flights from Rhodes to Athens. Unless you plan to stay longer than 90 days, you will not need a visa to fly to or within the country of Greece.