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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best round-trip flight from Barcelona to Athens International? Find the lowest prices on one-way and round-trip tickets right here.
Athens.C$116 per passenger.Departing Sun, Nov 16, returning Mon, Dec 1.Round-trip flight with Vueling Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Vueling Airlines departing from Barcelona on Sun, Nov 16, arriving in Athens International.Inbound direct flight with Vueling Airlines departing from Athens International on Mon, Dec 1, arriving in Barcelona.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$116, select.
Athens.C$124 per passenger.Departing Sun, Nov 16, returning Fri, Nov 21.Round-trip flight with Vueling Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Vueling Airlines departing from Barcelona on Sun, Nov 16, arriving in Athens International.Inbound direct flight with Vueling Airlines departing from Athens International on Fri, Nov 21, arriving in Barcelona.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$124, select.
Athens.C$127 per passenger.Departing Mon, Dec 1, returning Wed, Dec 17.Round-trip flight with Vueling Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Vueling Airlines departing from Barcelona on Mon, Dec 1, arriving in Athens International.Inbound direct flight with Vueling Airlines departing from Athens International on Wed, Dec 17, arriving in Barcelona.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$127, select.
Athens.C$136 per passenger.Departing Sat, Jan 3, returning Sat, Feb 28.Round-trip flight with Vueling Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Vueling Airlines departing from Barcelona on Sat, Jan 3, arriving in Athens International.Inbound direct flight with Vueling Airlines departing from Athens International on Sat, Feb 28, arriving in Barcelona.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$136, select.
Athens.C$138 per passenger.Departing Thu, Jan 1, returning Thu, Jan 8.Round-trip flight with Vueling Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Vueling Airlines departing from Barcelona on Thu, Jan 1, arriving in Athens International.Inbound direct flight with Vueling Airlines departing from Athens International on Thu, Jan 8, arriving in Barcelona.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$138, select.
Athens.C$138 per passenger.Departing Thu, Feb 26, returning Sat, Mar 14.Round-trip flight with Vueling Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Vueling Airlines departing from Barcelona on Thu, Feb 26, arriving in Athens International.Inbound direct flight with Vueling Airlines departing from Athens International on Sat, Mar 14, arriving in Barcelona.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$138, select.
Athens.C$138 per passenger.Departing Sun, Feb 1, returning Sat, Feb 7.Round-trip flight with Vueling Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Vueling Airlines departing from Barcelona on Sun, Feb 1, arriving in Athens International.Inbound direct flight with Vueling Airlines departing from Athens International on Sat, Feb 7, arriving in Barcelona.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$138, select.
Athens.C$138 per passenger.Departing Thu, Mar 5, returning Sat, Mar 14.Round-trip flight with Vueling Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Vueling Airlines departing from Barcelona on Thu, Mar 5, arriving in Athens International.Inbound direct flight with Vueling Airlines departing from Athens International on Sat, Mar 14, arriving in Barcelona.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$138, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Barcelona to Athens International

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Barcelona to Athens International flights are currently cheapest in November.
May
from C$237
Jun
from C$182
Jul
from C$201
Aug
from C$241
Sep
from C$167
Oct
from C$167
Nov
from C$124
Dec
from C$127
Jan
from C$138
Feb
from C$138
Mar
from C$138
Apr
from C$310

Direct flights from Barcelona to Athens International

Barcelona to Athens International: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Barcelona to Athens below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Athens International.

Barcelona to Athens: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundC$116
Cheapest month to flyNovember
Average flight time2 hrs, 55 mins
Most popular airlineIberia
Average flights per week79

Finding cheap flights from Barcelona to Athens International: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a round-trip flight from Barcelona to Athens International is C$116. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
2 hours and 55 minutes is the average flight time from Barcelona to Athens International.
Iberia, Vueling Airlines and Aegean Airlines fly direct from Barcelona to Athens International.
There are 79 flights per week flying from Barcelona to Athens International, as of May 2025.
The cheapest month to fly from Barcelona to Athens International is usually May 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Barcelona Airport to Athens International Airport on Sunday, November 16, 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours and 55 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Athens International but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar, and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Athens is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Vueling Airlines offers the cheapest flight tickets to Athens International.

Travelling from Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH): what you need to know

  • Around 2 hours 55 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport.

  • Athens is one hour ahead of Barcelona and is in the UTC+2 timezone.

  • Flights from BCN to ATH start from 01:50 — the earliest with Aegean Airlines. The last departure is at 23:05 with Vueling. Overall, there are 61 weekly Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport flights.

  • Leave enough time to catch your BCN to ATH flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • You'll likely experience longer queues during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures will give you ample time for security and boarding.

  • Aegean Airlines has direct flights from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to discover the sights in Athens — and maybe even more of Greece if your schedule allows.

  • Aegean Airlines tops the list for bookings on this route.

  • With a dependable 86.32% of services arriving as scheduled, Vueling has the best on-time performance for BCN to ATH flights.

  • If you'd like to add a stop to your trip, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between BCN and ATH:

    • Naples International Airport

    • Thessaloniki International Airport

    • Marseille Provence Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)

  • The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport flight is C$48. A return ticket is currently C$116. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.

  • To get your hands on cheap tickets from BCN to ATH, book ahead. Airlines typically offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first released.

  • The cheapest month for flights from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport is November. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have a flexible schedule.

  • Finding cheap flights from BCN to ATH is easy with Price Alerts. Simply set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch when fares go down.

  • Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport.

Handy information about Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)

  • 79.12% of flights taking off from Barcelona-El Prat Airport reach their destination on schedule.

  • Barcelona-El Prat Airport is around 18 kilometres from central Barcelona. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.

  • Expect a journey time of roughly 35 minutes on public transport.

  • Get your trip off to a hassle-free start by staying near BCN. Whether you're taking an early flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays have you covered:

Arriving at Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)

  • If you're arriving on a late Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport flight, few things top the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed not long after at one of these options near ATH:

  • Grab an Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport rental car and discover Athens and beyond with your own wheels. Centauro, Green Motion and Surprice are popular providers you can book with here.

  • Lock in the lowest price by reserving your vehicle from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport about three weeks before your travel date.

Getting from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) to central Athens

  • Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport is roughly 40 kilometres from the centre of Athens. The drive time takes about 35 minutes.

  • If you're taking public transport, expect a journey of around 1 hour.

When to fly to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)

  • The quietest month for a flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport is January, while July is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to visit Athens based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.

  • Before locking in your flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport, think about the type of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Athens, with temperatures ranging from 22ºC (72ºF) to 37ºC (99ºF).

  • Look for cheap tickets from BCN to ATH in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 4ºC (39ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF) on average.

Explore more of Greece

  • You've done Athens, now it's time to explore other corners of Greece. Journey about 306 kilometres north to Thessaloniki to tick off its leading sights. From Arch of Galerius to Aristotelous Square and Museum of Byzantine Culture, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.

  • Larisa is another favourite destination in Greece and is around 209 kilometres north-west of Athens. No journey is complete without a visit to Agioi Saranta, Saint George Orthodox Church and Second Ancient Theatre.

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