Cheap flights from Madrid, Spain to Athens from £56

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 9/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MAD — ATH
12 Oct — 19 Oct1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Madrid Barajas to Athens Eleftherios V. are usually found in February or January, booked 78 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Thursday and return on a Monday

Cheap flight deals from Madrid to Athens

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Madrid (MAD) to Athens (ATH). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 12 September 2025.

Round-trip from

£158

One-way from

£56

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

February

Average price

£218

Good round-trip deal

£169 or less

Good one-way deal

£64 or less
easyJet
  • easyJet
  • 13/2-15/2
  • 2 total stops
  • 27h 20m total
  • Madrid to Athens
Iberia
  • Iberia
  • 9/12
  • Nonstop
  • 3h 35m total
  • Madrid to Athens
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price (£13 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (£5 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in September 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Madrid Barajas to Athens Eleftherios V..
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Madrid Barajas to Athens Eleftherios V..

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Cheapest flights from Madrid to Athens
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Madrid to Athens. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 12 September 2025.

Wed 8/1010:05MAD - ATH
1 stop13h 50mSWISS
Tue 21/1014:00ATH - MAD
1 stop20h 20mSWISS
Deal found 11/9£159
Tue 7/1006:20MAD - ATH
1 stop6h 55mBrussels Airlines
Tue 21/1015:05ATH - MAD
1 stop9h 20mBrussels Airlines
Deal found 11/9£159
Sat 18/1021:05MAD - ATH
1 stop11h 20mMultiple Airlines
Sat 25/1017:55ATH - MAD
2 stops19h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/9£160
Sat 18/1021:05MAD - ATH
1 stop11h 20mRyanair
Sat 25/1020:30ATH - MAD
1 stop15h 00mRyanair
Deal found 11/9£161
Tue 14/1001:20MAD - ATH
Nonstop3h 25mAegean Airlines
Sat 29/1114:35ATH - MAD
Nonstop3h 50mAegean Airlines
Deal found 10/9£164
Fri 28/1119:35MAD - ATH
1 stop16h 20mSWISS
Mon 1/1214:55ATH - MAD
2 stops28h 50mSWISS
Deal found 11/9£165
Fri 21/1119:35MAD - ATH
1 stop16h 20mSWISS
Mon 1/1214:55ATH - MAD
2 stops28h 50mSWISS
Deal found 11/9£166
Tue 11/1119:35MAD - ATH
1 stop28h 00mSWISS
Tue 18/1114:55ATH - MAD
2 stops19h 25mSWISS
Deal found 10/9£167
Sun 28/1210:10MAD - ATH
1 stop15h 00mSWISS
Sat 3/104:45ATH - MAD
1 stop15h 00mSWISS
Deal found 11/9£168
Wed 15/1007:40MAD - ATH
1 stop13h 25mMultiple Airlines
Sun 19/1021:45ATH - MAD
1 stop12h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/9£170
Tue 4/1105:50MAD - ATH
1 stop18h 00mITA Airways
Thu 13/1119:25ATH - MAD
1 stop5h 34mITA Airways
Deal found 11/9£175
Tue 7/1010:05MAD - ATH
1 stop13h 50mSWISS
Tue 21/1006:30ATH - MAD
2 stops13h 15mSWISS
Deal found 11/9£176

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Madrid

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Athens

Route

Depart

Return

Price

MadridAthens

MAD - ATH

MADATH

Madrid Barajas

Sat 29/11

19:35-16:45

1 stop20h 10m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Tue 2/12

14:55-09:20

2 stops19h 25m

£166

MadridAthens

MAD - ATH

MADATH

Madrid Barajas

Sat 29/11

19:35-16:45

1 stop20h 10m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Mon 1/12

14:55-18:45

2 stops28h 50m

£166

MadridAthens

MAD - ATH

MADATH

Madrid Barajas

Wed 15/10

07:40-22:05

1 stop13h 25m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Sun 19/10

21:45-09:30

1 stop12h 45m

£170

MadridAthens

MAD - ATH

MADATH

Madrid Barajas

Thu 27/11

07:25-16:35

2 stops8h 10m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Tue 2/12

12:50-17:50

1 stop6h 00m

£176

MadridAthens

MAD - ATH

MADATH

Madrid Barajas

Sun 18/1

18:35-01:40

1 stop6h 05m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Wed 21/1

14:20-23:35

2 stops10h 15m

£183

MadridAthens

MAD - ATH

MADATH

Madrid Barajas

Tue 4/11

19:35-14:10

2 stops17h 35m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Tue 11/11

07:05-09:20

1 stop27h 15m

£189

MadridAthens

MAD - ATH

MADATH

Madrid Barajas

Tue 4/11

19:35-12:55

1 stop16h 20m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Mon 10/11

17:40-18:45

1 stop26h 05m

£190

MadridAthens

MAD - ATH

MADATH

Madrid Barajas

Thu 6/11

10:10-00:35

1 stop13h 25m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Wed 12/11

06:05-18:45

2 stops13h 40m

£190

MadridAthens

MAD - ATH

MADATH

Madrid Barajas

Mon 3/11

18:20-15:40

1 stop20h 20m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Fri 7/11

04:20-17:30

1 stop14h 10m

£196

MadridAthens

MAD - ATH

MADATH

Madrid Barajas

Fri 14/11

10:10-00:50

2 stops13h 40m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Sun 16/11

07:05-18:45

1 stop12h 40m

£196

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Best time to book a flight from Madrid to Athens

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Madrid to Athens

How far ahead should I book a flight from Madrid to Athens?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Madrid to Athens. Price data was last updated on 29 August 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Madrid to Athens may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 78 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Madrid to Athens?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Madrid to Athens (average of £101). Flying from Madrid to Athens in August is currently the most expensive (average of £329). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from MAD to ATH?

Find hourly flight availability from Madrid to Athens. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 12 September 2025.

When flying from Madrid to Athens, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the afternoon, which can drop the price by up to 22% versus a flight in the morning.

How much does it cost for a return flight from Madrid to Athens?

Reviews of airlines servicing Athens

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Athens. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Athens. Reviews last updated 12 September 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Madrid to Athens, such as Iberia. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Crew

7.6

Overall

7.0

Entertainment

6.6

Comfort

6.7

Food

6.3

Boarding

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Gaby,Aug 2025

BCN - ORD

Our flight kept getting delayed due to the weather and mechanical issues. Then it was canceled and rescheduled until the following day which was also delayed by a couple hours and the returning flight was also delayed so overall, we wasted a lot of time on the airport. Also, when it happened the first day, they did not want to honor a hotel or rideshare service voucher because it was hard to find an uber at 3-4 in the morning and customer service was closed that late in the day.

Crew

7.6

Overall

7.0

Entertainment

6.6

Comfort

6.7

Food

6.3

Boarding

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Gaby,Aug 2025

BCN - ORD

Our flight kept getting delayed due to the weather and mechanical issues. Then it was canceled and rescheduled until the following day which was also delayed by a couple hours and the returning flight was also delayed so overall, we wasted a lot of time on the airport. Also, when it happened the first day, they did not want to honor a hotel or rideshare service voucher because it was hard to find an uber at 3-4 in the morning and customer service was closed that late in the day.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airports do I use to fly from Madrid to Athens?

    Booking a flight from Madrid Barajas (MAD) to Athens Eleftherios V. (ATH) is your only option if you wish to fly from Madrid to Athens. On a typical day, there are 14 flights from Barajas to Eleftherios V., all of which are around 3h 25m for a nonstop flight. You can also purchase a plane ticket from 1 airline when you book a flight from Barajas to Athens.

  • How popular is this Madrid to Athens flight route?

  • How long is the flight from Madrid to Athens?

    Airlines like SWISS and ITA Airways fly from Madrid to Athens in about 16h 20m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 1h 40m. The distance between Madrid and Athens is about 1476 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from Madrid to Athens round-trip?

    According to our current data, Iberia (£154), offers the cheapest pricing from Madrid to Athens. Iberia is priced at 23% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Madrid to Athens one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as £59 on easyJet. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Air Serbia from £66 and Wizz Air from £66 one-way.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Madrid to Athens?

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Madrid to Athens consider choosing American Airlines (84%), Iberia (83%) or Vueling (83%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Madrid to Athens?

    The cheapest flight price from Madrid to Athens is £48. On average you can expect to pay £157. The most popular route, (Madrid Barajas - Athens Eleftherios V.), can usually be booked for £120.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Madrid to Athens that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Madrid to Athens flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Madrid to Athens?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Madrid to Athens.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Madrid to Athens?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Madrid to Athens by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Madrid to Athens?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Madrid to Athens (average of £101). Flying from Madrid to Athens in August is currently the most expensive (average of £329). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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IberiaCheapest£154Average£255FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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