Cheap flights from Manchester to Athens from £46

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 27/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MAN — ATH
16 Apr — 23 Apr1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Manchester to Athens Eleftherios V. are usually found in January or November, booked 42 days in advance, depart on a Sunday or Wednesday and return on a Saturday

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Cheapest flights from Manchester to Athens
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Manchester to Athens. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 17 March 2026.

Thu 16/407:30
MAN
-
ATH
1 stop14h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 23/419:00
ATH
-
MAN
2 stops15h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 12/3£136
Wed 22/416:20
MAN
-
ATH
1 stop14h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 29/416:00
ATH
-
MAN
2 stops8h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 12/3£137
Thu 16/406:05
MAN
-
ATH
Nonstop4h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 21/410:35
ATH
-
MAN
1 stop7h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 15/3£138
Tue 17/318:05
MAN
-
ATH
1 stop14h 05m
Ryanair
Wed 1/416:15
ATH
-
MAN
1 stop8h 25m
Ryanair
Deal found 12/3£139
Mon 30/306:35
MAN
-
ATH
2 stops14h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 2/413:15
ATH
-
MAN
Nonstop4h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 13/3£139
Tue 17/318:05
MAN
-
ATH
1 stop14h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 1/412:55
ATH
-
MAN
Nonstop4h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 12/3£140
Tue 21/417:15
MAN
-
ATH
2 stops14h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 23/417:25
ATH
-
MAN
1 stop6h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 16/3£141
Sun 22/319:10
MAN
-
ATH
1 stop11h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 28/309:45
ATH
-
MAN
1 stop12h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 15/3£142
Wed 13/511:00
MAN
-
ATH
1 stop9h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 20/507:50
ATH
-
MAN
Nonstop4h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 14/3£142
Mon 13/406:35
MAN
-
ATH
Nonstop4h 00m
easyJet
Fri 24/413:55
ATH
-
MAN
Nonstop4h 05m
easyJet
Deal found 16/3£143
Thu 8/1012:00
MAN
-
ATH
1 stop7h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 15/1007:50
ATH
-
MAN
Nonstop4h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 16/3£144
Mon 5/1006:35
MAN
-
ATH
Nonstop4h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 15/1017:00
ATH
-
MAN
1 stop9h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 13/3£145

Find flight deals from Manchester to Athens

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Manchester (MAN) 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 17 March 2026.

Round-trip from

£136

One-way from

£46

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

January

Average price

£182

Good round-trip deal

£214 or less

Good one-way deal

£120 or less
16/4-23/4
  • 16/4-23/4
  • 3 total stops
  • 29h 50m total
  • Manchester to Athens
easyJet
  • easyJet
  • 27/4
  • Nonstop
  • 4h 00m total
  • Manchester to Athens
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 23% potential increase in price (£50 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (£6 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in March 2026
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Manchester to Athens Eleftherios V..
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Price

Cheapest return flight

ManchesterAthens

MAN - ATH

MANATH

Manchester

Fri 17/4

07:05-13:05

Nonstop4h 00m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Sun 19/4

22:15-09:40

1 stop13h 25m

£158

ManchesterAthens

MAN - ATH

MANATH

Manchester

Sat 16/5

10:35-23:40

2 stops11h 05m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Wed 20/5

13:35-22:50

2 stops11h 15m

£240
Fastest return journey

ManchesterAthens

MAN - ATH

MANATH

Manchester

Sat 16/5

10:40-16:25

Nonstop3h 45m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Mon 25/5

07:50-09:50

Nonstop4h 00m

£265

ManchesterAthens

MAN - ATH

MANATH

Manchester

Sat 16/5

10:40-16:25

Nonstop3h 45m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Wed 20/5

12:55-15:00

Nonstop4h 05m

£276

ManchesterAthens

MAN - ATH

MANATH

Manchester

Sun 9/8

09:35-19:40

1 stop8h 05m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Thu 20/8

11:40-20:30

1 stop10h 50m

£282

ManchesterAthens

MAN - ATH

MANATH

Manchester

Mon 24/8

06:35-12:35

Nonstop4h 00m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Sun 30/8

12:00-14:05

Nonstop4h 05m

£312

ManchesterAthens

MAN - ATH

MANATH

Manchester

Mon 24/8

09:35-18:40

1 stop7h 05m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Sun 30/8

19:30-08:55

1 stop15h 25m

£315

ManchesterAthens

MAN - ATH

MANATH

Manchester

Tue 28/4

20:05-13:10

1 stop15h 05m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Wed 29/4

19:00-07:55

1 stop14h 55m

£324

ManchesterAthens

MAN - ATH

MANATH

Manchester

Fri 5/6

11:10-00:45

2 stops11h 35m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Wed 10/6

13:20-21:50

2 stops10h 30m

£367

ManchesterAthens

MAN - ATH

MANATH

Manchester

Sat 1/8

07:45-13:45

Nonstop4h 00m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Mon 17/8

13:25-15:30

Nonstop4h 05m

£369

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Best time to book a flight from Manchester to Athens

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Manchester to Athens. Price data was last updated on 13 March 2026.

Booking 42 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Manchester to Athens. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Manchester to Athens (average of £56). Flying from Manchester to Athens in August is currently the most expensive (average of £149). 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 MAN to ATH?

Find hourly flight availability from Manchester 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 17 March 2026.

When flying from Manchester to Athens, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

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 17 March 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Jet2,Aegean Airlines, andScandinavian Airlines from Manchester to Athens. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.2

Entertainment

6.2

Overall

8.2

Comfort

7.7

Reviews

1 / 18
10.0
Excellent

Irene,Feb 2026

ALC - EMA

I always fly with Jet 2...I have never had a bad flight with them. From arriving at the airport, to the checking in has been trouble free. My last flight I booked my seat, I dont normally if im travelling on my own, the plane was full so im pleased I did. The flight was smooth on take off and landing.
8.2
Very Good

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.2

Entertainment

6.2

Overall

8.2

Comfort

7.7

Reviews

1 / 18
10.0
Excellent

Irene,Feb 2026

ALC - EMA

I always fly with Jet 2...I have never had a bad flight with them. From arriving at the airport, to the checking in has been trouble free. My last flight I booked my seat, I dont normally if im travelling on my own, the plane was full so im pleased I did. The flight was smooth on take off and landing.

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.2

Entertainment

6.2

Overall

8.2

Comfort

7.7

Reviews

1 / 18
10.0
Excellent

Irene,Feb 2026

ALC - EMA

I always fly with Jet 2...I have never had a bad flight with them. From arriving at the airport, to the checking in has been trouble free. My last flight I booked my seat, I dont normally if im travelling on my own, the plane was full so im pleased I did. The flight was smooth on take off and landing.

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.2

Entertainment

6.2

Overall

8.2

Comfort

7.7

Reviews

1 / 18
10.0
Excellent

Irene,Feb 2026

ALC - EMA

I always fly with Jet 2...I have never had a bad flight with them. From arriving at the airport, to the checking in has been trouble free. My last flight I booked my seat, I dont normally if im travelling on my own, the plane was full so im pleased I did. The flight was smooth on take off and landing.

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.2

Entertainment

6.2

Overall

8.2

Comfort

7.7

Reviews

1 / 18
10.0
Excellent

Irene,Feb 2026

ALC - EMA

I always fly with Jet 2...I have never had a bad flight with them. From arriving at the airport, to the checking in has been trouble free. My last flight I booked my seat, I dont normally if im travelling on my own, the plane was full so im pleased I did. The flight was smooth on take off and landing.

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.2

Entertainment

6.2

Overall

8.2

Comfort

7.7

Reviews

1 / 18
10.0
Excellent

Irene,Feb 2026

ALC - EMA

I always fly with Jet 2...I have never had a bad flight with them. From arriving at the airport, to the checking in has been trouble free. My last flight I booked my seat, I dont normally if im travelling on my own, the plane was full so im pleased I did. The flight was smooth on take off and landing.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Manchester to Athens. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What airports serve Athens from Manchester?

    You can catch flights to Athens from Manchester Airport with ease. There are many direct and indirect flights that fly between these two cities on a weekly basis. One benefit of taking a flight from Manchester Airport is that lots of budget airlines fly from this airport, so there is a high likelihood that you will find a great value fare. You can reach Manchester Airport efficiently from the city centre for about £3, with trains running from Manchester Piccadilly station regularly and taking about 20min. At Athens International Airport, you can also continue your journey easily. A bus costs about €6 (£5) and takes around 55min, while a taxi costs approximately €38 (£32.50) and takes about 25min, both of which can be caught from outside the front of the terminal building. There is also a metro, which leaves every half an hour and costs about €10 (£8.50), taking about 50min.

  • Which airlines fly directly from Manchester to Athens?

    There are two airlines that offer cheap flights from Manchester to Athens. You can get great value fares from both easyJet, which has several direct flights per week, or Aegean Airlines, which also operates on multiple days of the week. These flights take just under 4h to arrive at their destination, so you’ll be enjoying the Greek sun in no time at all. Should you need to fly on a day when there are no direct flights, you could always opt for an indirect flight too. Airlines such as Air France operate this route on days when there are no direct flights, transferring at Charles de Gaulle in Paris. Alternatively, you could choose an indirect flight with KLM, which stops in Amsterdam, on another day when there are no direct routes. Whilst it’s not normally cheaper to fly this route indirectly, the fares are still good value.

  • What are the stopover options between Manchester and Athens?

    Even though there are many direct flights between Manchester Airport and Athens Airport, there are also lots of indirect routes too. Whilst it is rarely cheaper to fly indirect, you might find the times more convenient for travel. Some of the more commons places where airlines stop for a transfer are Milan Bergamo Airport, which is one of the cheaper indirect routes, and Paris Charles de Gaulle, which tends to be one of the quicker indirect routes. Other potential stopovers, should you not fly direct, include Amsterdam Airport and Munich Airport. Stopover durations range in time, but the shortest tend to be about 45min in Paris, whilst the longer times can exceed 10h. It might, on occasion be cheaper to go for a two stop journey, but this tends to take longer than any one stop flight.

  • Do I need a passport or visa to fly from Manchester to Athens?

    British citizens do not need a visa to enter Greece for under 90 days, but they do require a valid passport that has at least six months remaining on it.

  • How popular is this Manchester to Athens flight route?

  • How long is the flight from Manchester to Athens?

    Departing from Manchester to Athens will take you 3h 45m. There are 1637 mi between Manchester and Athens. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Manchester to Athens round-trip?

    According to our current data, easyJet (£79), KLM (£93), and Ryanair (£99) offers the cheapest pricing from Manchester to Athens. These flights start at 63% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Jet2. According to our data, you can fly for as low as £34. Users have also found prices from £50 and £58 on easyJet and Ryanair, respectively.

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

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Manchester to Athens consider choosing easyJet (82%), Aegean Airlines (79%) or Jet2 (60%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Manchester to Athens?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for £91. While the most popular route (Manchester - Athens Eleftherios V.) can be booked for £102 on average, our data indicates £420 when flying from Manchester to Athens.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Manchester 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 Manchester to Athens?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Manchester to Athens (average of £56). Flying from Manchester to Athens in August is currently the most expensive (average of £149). 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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Top 10 airlines flying from Manchester to Athens

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Manchester to Athens. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 858,174 searches. Data last updated 17 March 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
easyJetCheapest£79Average£211FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time86%
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KLMCheapest£93Average£237FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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RyanairCheapest£99Average£162FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Jet2Cheapest£102Average£284FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Scandinavian AirlinesCheapest£106Average£234FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Aegean AirlinesCheapest£112Average£262FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time87%
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Brussels AirlinesCheapest£168Average£218FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Air FranceCheapest£168Average£264FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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SWISSCheapest£182Average£238FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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LufthansaCheapest£192Average£284FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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