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Cheapest return flight
£621
Typical prices: £671-£1,127
Turkish Airlines
Fri 13/4Sat 12/5
IAD - ATH • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flight
£408
Typical prices: £402-£746
Turkish Airlines
Mon 29/10
IAD - ATH • 1 stop
Direct flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport and Athens. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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United Airlines
Most punctual • 66% on-time
Afternoon
Best time • Fewest delays
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When to book
26 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 26 weeks in advance save around 29% compared to booking last minute.
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February
Cheapest • 50% price drop
June
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL)
Cheapest • Avg £454 (return)
Vienna Intl (VIE)
Shortest trip • 12h 47m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Washington, D.C. to Athens (IAD-ATH)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Washington, D.C. to Athens

Tue, 13 Apr - Wed, 12 May
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13:15 - 14:50IAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
18h 35m1 stop Istanbul
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22:00 - 19:50ATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
28h 50m1 stop Istanbul
£621Turkish Airlines
Sun, 18 Apr - Wed, 21 Apr
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20:20 - 10:45IAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
31h 25m2 stops Kastrup Copenhagen Stockholm Arlanda
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11:35 - 16:50ATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
36h 15m2 stops Stockholm Arlanda Kastrup Copenhagen
£622Scandinavian Airlines
Sun, 29 Nov - Sat, 5 Dec
Multiple Airlines Logo
20:50 - 00:25IAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
20h 35m1 stop Dublin
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04:10 - 20:35ATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
23h 25m1 stop Lisbon Humberto Delgado
£623Multiple Airlines
Tue, 10 Nov - Tue, 17 Nov
Turkish Airlines Logo
21:20 - 21:00IAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
16h 40m1 stop Istanbul
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21:50 - 11:45ATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
20h 55m1 stop Istanbul
£626Turkish Airlines
Wed, 24 Feb - Wed, 21 Apr
Scandinavian Airlines Logo
20:30 - 18:40IAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
15h 10m1 stop Kastrup Copenhagen
Scandinavian Airlines Logo
11:35 - 16:50ATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
36h 15m2 stops Stockholm Arlanda Kastrup Copenhagen
£629Scandinavian Airlines
Sun, 1 Nov - Wed, 24 Feb
Turkish Airlines Logo
22:20 - 10:45IAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
29h 25m1 stop Istanbul
Turkish Airlines Logo
11:35 - 11:45ATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
31h 10m1 stop Istanbul
£629Turkish Airlines
Fri, 9 Apr - Wed, 14 Apr
Scandinavian Airlines Logo
20:20 - 20:25IAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
17h 05m2 stops Kastrup Copenhagen Stockholm Arlanda
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11:35 - 16:50ATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
36h 15m2 stops Stockholm Arlanda Kastrup Copenhagen
£634Scandinavian Airlines
Tue, 3 Nov - Wed, 18 Nov
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17:25 - 03:10IAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
26h 45m1 stop Lisbon Humberto Delgado
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04:10 - 15:15ATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
18h 05m1 stop Lisbon Humberto Delgado
£635TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Thu, 3 Dec - Thu, 27 May
Turkish Airlines Logo
13:30 - 12:15IAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
15h 45m1 stop Istanbul
Turkish Airlines Logo
03:55 - 19:50ATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
22h 55m1 stop Istanbul
£637Turkish Airlines
Sun, 18 Apr - Mon, 26 Apr
Scandinavian Airlines Logo
20:20 - 10:45IAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
31h 25m2 stops Kastrup Copenhagen Stockholm Arlanda
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14:00 - 17:00ATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
34h 00m1 stop Kastrup Copenhagen
£639Scandinavian Airlines
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Athens flights

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How much is a return flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Athens?

Return flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Athens typically range from £671 to £1,127. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was £621 on Turkish Airlines.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Athens?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Sunday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Athens. It’s 8% cheaper than the average day, while Thursday is the most expensive, with prices 7% higher.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Athens?

•February is the cheapest month to fly from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Athens at £458 return.
•June (£1,064) and May (£1,059) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 132% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Athens the cheapest?

Flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Athens are cheapest 26 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 29% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Expert advice for your flight from Washington, D.C. to Athens

 
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John Walton

John Walton

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Independent aviation journalist John Walton took his first flight at eight weeks old and hasn’t stopped travelling since. A world-renowned expert in airlines and the passenger experience, he writes in depth on aviation, is a resident expert on travel in Japan and France, and offers a uniquely queer perspective on travelling the world.

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Stefanie Waldek

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Stefanie Waldek is a freelance space, travel, and design writer based in Saratoga Springs, NY. Her words have appeared in Space.com, Travel + Leisure, Condé Nast Traveler, Architectural Digest, and House Beautiful, among other publications. An expert in aviation and expedition cruising, Stefanie is frequently up in the air or out at sea, likely en route to Antarctica or the Arctic.

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Key details for Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Athens flights

Low season

December

Cheapest flight

£408
Beat the crowds with an average 75% drop in traveller numbers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 95% increase in traveller numbers.
One-way flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Athens

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Your Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Athens flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking tips.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Athens?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Athens:

    • Earliest: departs at 17:15 and lands at 03:00
    • Latest: departs at 17:15 and lands at 03:00.

    The flight takes about 9h 45m.

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Athens?

    Only Economy class is available on flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Athens.

  • How long is a flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Athens?

    A direct flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Athens takes 9h 45m, covering 5,152 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport 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.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Athens flight?

    Return flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Athens range from £671 to £1,127, with an average of £917 over the past 12 months. Anything below £671 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Athens flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 3% above the £917 route average. Book 26 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How much can I save by having a stopover when flying from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Athens?

    On this route, stopover flights are cheaper than direct options on average. Stopover fares average £454 return via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL), compared with £1,126 for direct.

  • How does on-time performance compare across airlines flying from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Athens?

    United Airlines is the only airline operating Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Athens flights. 66% of its flights are on time.

  • What is the standard checked bag allowance on flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Athens?

    There is no standard. Checked bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge £56–£75 for the first checked bag in Economy. Premium fares and elite status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Athens?

    The Boeing 777 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by United Airlines and Lufthansa. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner variants.

  • How are flight prices from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Athens looking right now?

    One-way fares from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Athens are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about £2,297, which is 287% above the typical average for this route.

  • 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:

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

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Athens?

    Flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Athens usually depart from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD) and arrive at Athens Eleftherios V. (ATH).

  • What time of day has the fewest delays on flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Athens?

    Afternoon flights have the fewest delays on this route.

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed on the route from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Athens?

    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 Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Athens route, 34% of flights were delayed in the past three months, with delays averaging 3h 03m.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Athens pass through?

    One-stop flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Athens most commonly connect through:

    • Istanbul (IST) – 45% of one-stop connections
    • Rome Fiumicino (FCO) – 19% of one-stop connections
    • Kastrup Copenhagen (CPH) – 18% of one-stop connections
    • Lisbon Humberto Delgado (LIS) – 5% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Athens?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 15% on flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Athens. Sunday is the cheapest departure day at £848 return on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at £989, a difference of £142.

    Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • Which airlines fly from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Athens?

    Only United Airlines operates flights between Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport and Athens.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Athens?

    Flying via Vienna Intl (VIE) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 12h 47m, compared to 13h 14m via Munich Franz Josef Strauss (MUC) and 13h 55m via Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG).

  • What is the time difference between Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport and Athens?

    Athens is 7 hours ahead of Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport (Eastern European Time vs Eastern Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Athens?

    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.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Athens flights?

    Among airlines operating Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Athens flights:

    • United Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
    • Lufthansa: offers free seat selection
    • Brussels Airlines: offers free seat selection

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

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Athens flights?

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

    • United Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class
    • Lufthansa: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class
    • Brussels Airlines: 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.

Your guide to booking Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport 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 Sunday departure and avoid flying on Thursday. On this route, Sunday flights average £848, about £142 less than Thursday fares (14% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 26 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 29% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Athens trip for February. Fares historically average £458 return in that month – typically £607 less than the most expensive month, which is June (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport (ATL) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest stopover option averages £454 return on this route – about £673 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).

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