$141 Cheap Flights from Riyadh (RUH) to Athens (ATH)

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Cheap Flights from Riyadh to Athens (RUH-ATH)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $141 for one-way flights and $280 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Aegean
Mon, Oct 13 - Tue, Oct 28
RUH
Riyadh
ATH
Athens
$280 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$280
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Aegean flight, departing Mon, Oct 13 from Riyadh to Athens, returning Tue, Oct 28, priced at $280 found 1 day ago
Aegean
Mon, Oct 6 - Sun, Oct 12
RUH
Riyadh
ATH
Athens
$299 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$299
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Aegean flight, departing Mon, Oct 6 from Riyadh to Athens, returning Sun, Oct 12, priced at $299 found 3 days ago
Aegean
Fri, Aug 22 - Fri, Aug 29
RUH
Riyadh
ATH
Athens
$303 Roundtrip, found 5 hours ago
$303
Roundtrip
found 5 hours ago
Select Aegean flight, departing Fri, Aug 22 from Riyadh to Athens, returning Fri, Aug 29, priced at $303 found 5 hours ago
Aegean
Sat, Aug 30 - Thu, Sep 4
RUH
Riyadh
ATH
Athens
$305 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$305
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Aegean flight, departing Sat, Aug 30 from Riyadh to Athens, returning Thu, Sep 4, priced at $305 found 2 days ago
Pegasus Airlines
Wed, Aug 27 - Tue, Sep 2
RUH
Riyadh
ATH
Athens
$330 Roundtrip, just found
$330
Roundtrip
just found
Select Pegasus Airlines flight, departing Wed, Aug 27 from Riyadh to Athens, returning Tue, Sep 2, priced at $330 just found
Royal Jordanian
Fri, Oct 24 - Wed, Oct 29
RUH
Riyadh
ATH
Athens
$340 Roundtrip, found 9 hours ago
$340
Roundtrip
found 9 hours ago
Select Royal Jordanian flight, departing Fri, Oct 24 from Riyadh to Athens, returning Wed, Oct 29, priced at $340 found 9 hours ago
Etihad Airways
Fri, Aug 22 - Sat, Aug 23
RUH
Riyadh
ATH
Athens
$382 Roundtrip, just found
$382
Roundtrip
just found
Select Etihad Airways flight, departing Fri, Aug 22 from Riyadh to Athens, returning Sat, Aug 23, priced at $382 just found
Saudia
Fri, Sep 5 - Mon, Sep 22
RUH
Riyadh
ATH
Athens
$408 Roundtrip, found 4 hours ago
$408
Roundtrip
found 4 hours ago
Select Saudia flight, departing Fri, Sep 5 from Riyadh to Athens, returning Mon, Sep 22, priced at $408 found 4 hours ago
Turkish Airlines
Tue, Oct 21 - Sun, Nov 9
RUH
Riyadh
ATH
Athens
$442 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$442
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select Turkish Airlines flight, departing Tue, Oct 21 from Riyadh to Athens, returning Sun, Nov 9, priced at $442 found 4 days ago
Lufthansa
Wed, Dec 24 - Sat, Dec 27
RUH
Riyadh
ATH
Athens
$445 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$445
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Lufthansa flight, departing Wed, Dec 24 from Riyadh to Athens, returning Sat, Dec 27, priced at $445 found 1 day ago

Find the cheapest month to fly from Riyadh (RUH) to Athens (ATH)

September is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $249 - $485 per traveler.

Graph displaying average flight prices per month

Alternative airports near Athens

Prices were available within the past 7 days. Prices and availability are subject to change.

Select flight to Eleftherios Venizelos ATH. Cheapest and Closest option available. Average driving time to city center is 28 minutes. Flights from $377
ATH
Eleftherios Venizelos
CheapestClosest
Average driving time to city center28 min
Flights from $377
Flights from Riyadh (RUH) to Athens (ATH)
Origin airport
King Khaled Intl.
Destination airport
Eleftherios Venizelos
Airlines serving
Aegean, British Airways, EGYPTAIR, Emirates, Etihad Airways, Gulf Air, ITA Airways, KLM, LOT-Polish Airlines, Lufthansa, Pegasus Airlines, Qatar Airways, Royal Jordanian, Saudia, Turkish Airlines
Roundtrip price
$279
Distance
1606 mi
Average flight time
4 hours 8 mins

Riyadh to Athens Flights

The cheapest times to fly from Riyadh to Athens

On average, Thursday can be the cheapest time to fly, according to data from the Airlines Reporting Corporation (ARC), one of the world's biggest databases for global airline sales. The data reveals that you could save up to 16% by flying on a Thursday—the cheapest day to travel on average—instead of a Sunday—the most expensive. Some of the most affordable flights from Riyadh to Athens are during the month of October. You can find some of the cheapest flights from Riyadh to Athens with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

 

The best time to book a flight from Riyadh to Athens

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from Riyadh to Athens: Tickets reserved on a Sunday cost between 6% and 13% less than those reserved on a Friday, according to ARC data. The data also suggests booking early can also lead to cheaper airfares. You could save 24% by buying your tickets for domestic flights at least a month in advance and 10% by booking international flights 2 months in advance.

 

How to find cheap round-trip tickets from Riyadh to Athens

Being flexible with your dates and using Expedia's Price Drop Protection and Price Tracking features are some of the best ways of finding a cheap ticket from Riyadh to Athens in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $141 one-way. Expedia also offers Price Drop Protection, so if the cost of your airfare goes down after booking, you'll receive a credit for the difference*. This is available for a small fee, and is free to One Key Gold and Platinum tier members.

 

Expedia's Price Tracking feature means you can stay on top of airfares without manually checking every day. It sends you automated price alerts for cheap Riyadh to Athens flights and uses historical data to indicate when the best time to book is. Download Expedia's free app to activate this handy tool in a few easy taps.

 

You could also save big by booking one of Expedia's vacation packages. Bundling together your Riyadh to Athens airfare with your accommodations and car rental is often cheaper than booking everything separately. There’s also One Key, Expedia's generous rewards program. Join for free and you could earn One Key cash on most bookings to save on future adventures.

 

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Disclaimer: ARC The statistics are based on average round-trip ticket prices between January and August 2023. The percentages you see are averages.

 

Frequently asked questions

How much does a flight from King Khaled Intl. Airport (RUH) to Eleftherios Venizelos Airport (ATH) cost?
Grab cheap return fares starting from $358 from King Khaled Intl. Airport (RUH) to Eleftherios Venizelos Airport (ATH). This information is based on the cheapest price found on Expedia for this return journey departing within the next three months. This airfare is for a Aegean flight leaving RUH on August 4 2025 and touching down at ATH. The price was last updated on July 23 2025 and has not changed since.
What is the cheapest month to fly from RUH to ATH?
The cheapest flights from RUH to ATH are usually during off-peak season, when demand is lower. To save money, avoid flying during public holidays, school breaks and major local events.
Which airlines fly direct from King Khaled Intl. Airport (RUH) to Eleftherios Venizelos Airport (ATH)?
You can fly nonstop from King Khaled Intl. Airport (RUH) to Eleftherios Venizelos Airport (ATH) on an Aegean Airlines flight.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from RUH to ATH?
Book a flight from RUH to ATH with Aegean. This airline currently offers the cheapest one-way fare for this route, starting at $147. This fare is based on the lowest price found on Expedia departing within the next three months. The flight takes off from RUH on August 25 2025. Prices were last updated on July 23 2025 and have not changed since.
How many flights per day from King Khaled Intl. Airport (RUH) to Eleftherios Venizelos Airport (ATH)?
On average, King Khaled Intl. Airport (RUH) offers 3 nonstop flights to Eleftherios Venizelos Airport (ATH) per week. If you're looking for more choice, take advantage of Expedia's filters to look for flights with one or two stops. Fit in a quick visit to another location or simply break up your trip.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from King Khaled Intl. Airport (RUH) to Eleftherios Venizelos Airport (ATH)?
Flights between RUH and ATH tend to be busiest at 4 AM. If you want a quieter experience and possibly cheaper tickets, look for a time when demand is lower.
What day of the week has the most flights from RUH to ATH?
Depart on a Friday if you're searching for the largest selection of flights from King Khaled Intl. Airport (RUH) to Eleftherios Venizelos Airport (ATH).
What is the earliest flight from King Khaled Intl. Airport (RUH) to Eleftherios Venizelos Airport (ATH)?
Catch the earliest flight at around 4:45AM UTC+3, departing from King Khaled Intl. Airport (RUH). You'll be flying for roughly 4h 30m, arriving at Eleftherios Venizelos Airport (ATH) at approximately 8:15AM UTC+2.
How long does it take to fly from King Khaled Intl. Airport (RUH) to Eleftherios Venizelos Airport (ATH)?
The average flight duration from RUH to ATH is 4 hours and 28 minutes, covering a total distance of 1,600 mi.
What airline has the least delays from RUH to ATH?
With 100% of flights usually arriving on time, Saudia has the best on-time performance for nonstop flights from King Khaled Intl. Airport (RUH) to Eleftherios Venizelos Airport (ATH). To keep track of your flight status and get notifications if anything changes, simply head to the Expedia App.
What is the best time to fly from King Khaled Intl. Airport (RUH) to Eleftherios Venizelos Airport (ATH)?
To reach Eleftherios Venizelos Airport (ATH) on time, choose a flight that leaves King Khaled Intl. Airport (RUH) before 3 PM. The chance of cancellations is 22% higher, on average, for departures after this hour.**Most reliable time of the day and month to travel recommendation is based on January through August 2024 flight status data sourced from OAG's global flight data platform.
What airports do you fly into for Athens from King Khaled Intl. Airport (RUH)?
Eleftherios Venizelos Airport (ATH) is the only airport in Athens with direct flights from King Khaled Intl. Airport (RUH). Browse your options and discover cheap fares on Expedia.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from King Khaled Intl. Airport (RUH) to Eleftherios Venizelos Airport (ATH) last-minute?
Last-minute fares from RUH to ATH are generally more expensive. To lock in the best prices, start looking for flights early. That being said, if your travel plans are flexible, you may land a cheap ticket right before your journey.
Is it cheaper to book a RUH to ATH flight and hotel package?
Securing a RUH to ATH flight and hotel package is typically cheaper than booking separately. With Expedia, you can enjoy the ease of organizing your travels in one place. Choose from our wide range of hotels and then add activities, car rentals and flights to your booking. Bundle it all together, and you could save hundreds of dollars.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from King Khaled Intl. Airport (RUH) to Eleftherios Venizelos Airport (ATH)?
In most instances, you're able to reschedule or cancel your RUH to ATH flight. However, additional fees may apply, especially if you booked more than 24 hours ago. Check your itinerary for the airline's policies and fees on flight changes, or if you need more details, go to our Customer Service portal.

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