Cheap flights from Manchester to Athens from £42

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 21/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MAN — ATH
4 Jan — 11 Jan1
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 Wednesday or Sunday and return on a Monday

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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 5 December 2025.

Thu 11/1209:00MAN - ATH
Nonstop3h 55mMultiple Airlines
Sat 13/1221:20ATH - MAN
Nonstop4h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/12£89
Thu 11/1217:50MAN - ATH
1 stop13h 15mRyanair
Sat 13/1221:55ATH - MAN
1 stop12h 40mRyanair
Deal found 2/12£99
Sat 13/1219:30MAN - ATH
1 stop12h 35mMultiple Airlines
Tue 16/1221:45ATH - MAN
1 stop11h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/12£100
Sun 7/1207:45MAN - ATH
Nonstop3h 50measyJet
Wed 10/1213:35ATH - MAN
Nonstop4h 15measyJet
Deal found 2/12£103
Thu 4/1209:00MAN - ATH
Nonstop3h 55mMultiple Airlines
Sun 7/1218:45ATH - MAN
1 stop15h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/12£109
Mon 8/1207:50MAN - ATH
Nonstop3h 50measyJet
Thu 11/1213:40ATH - MAN
Nonstop4h 15measyJet
Deal found 2/12£113
Sun 7/1207:45MAN - ATH
Nonstop3h 50mMultiple Airlines
Sun 14/1219:45ATH - MAN
Nonstop4h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/12£116

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 5 December 2025.

Round-trip from

£86

One-way from

£42

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

January

Average price

£227

Good round-trip deal

£128 or less

Good one-way deal

£86 or less
Jet2
  • Jet2
  • 9/2-12/2
  • Nonstop
  • 7h 55m total
  • Manchester to Athens
easyJet
  • easyJet
  • 21/1
  • Nonstop
  • 3h 50m total
  • Manchester to Athens
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 22% potential increase in price (£45 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 December 2025
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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Manchester to Athens that are best for you.

Fly from

Manchester

Fly to

Athens

Route

Depart

Return

Price

ManchesterAthens

MAN - ATH

MANATH

Manchester

Mon 26/1

07:50-13:40

Nonstop3h 50m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Wed 4/2

13:35-15:50

Nonstop4h 15m

£88

ManchesterAthens

MAN - ATH

MANATH

Manchester

Sun 22/2

07:45-13:35

Nonstop3h 50m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Thu 26/2

13:40-15:55

Nonstop4h 15m

£105

ManchesterAthens

MAN - ATH

MANATH

Manchester

Fri 6/2

19:50-11:10

1 stop13h 20m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Sun 8/2

14:15-16:30

Nonstop4h 15m

£105

ManchesterAthens

MAN - ATH

MANATH

Manchester

Tue 24/3

17:15-11:05

1 stop15h 50m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Fri 27/3

14:00-16:15

Nonstop4h 15m

£106

ManchesterAthens

MAN - ATH

MANATH

Manchester

Fri 6/2

19:50-11:10

1 stop13h 20m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Fri 13/2

10:55-19:10

1 stop10h 15m

£106

ManchesterAthens

MAN - ATH

MANATH

Manchester

Thu 8/1

16:15-09:05

1 stop14h 50m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Sun 25/1

10:55-09:15

2 stops24h 20m

£112

ManchesterAthens

MAN - ATH

MANATH

Manchester

Thu 5/2

17:00-10:55

1 stop15h 55m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Sun 8/2

14:15-16:30

Nonstop4h 15m

£116

ManchesterAthens

MAN - ATH

MANATH

Manchester

Mon 12/1

07:50-13:40

Nonstop3h 50m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Sun 25/1

14:15-16:30

Nonstop4h 15m

£120

ManchesterAthens

MAN - ATH

MANATH

Manchester

Thu 8/1

13:05-10:05

1 stop19h 00m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Sun 25/1

14:15-16:30

Nonstop4h 15m

£121

ManchesterAthens

MAN - ATH

MANATH

Manchester

Sun 19/4

05:20-11:20

Nonstop4h 00m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Sun 26/4

12:00-14:05

Nonstop4h 05m

£140

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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 28 November 2025.

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 £58). Flying from Manchester to Athens in August is currently the most expensive (average of £151). 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 5 December 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Manchester to Athens in the evening. By choosing this option you can save up to 47% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at midday.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Manchester to Athens?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Manchester to Athens. Price data was last updated on 29 November 2025.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Manchester to Athens flight should consider departing on Sunday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

How much does it cost for a return flight from Manchester 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 5 December 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Jet2, Aegean Airlines, andKLM 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.

Overall

8.3

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.8

Comfort

7.7

Entertainment

6.2

Reviews

1 / 17
8.0
Excellent

Gary,Nov 2025

EMA - AYT

Quick on time boarding and flight left the runway bang on 8am, excellent.
8.3
Very Good

Overall

8.3

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.8

Comfort

7.7

Entertainment

6.2

Reviews

1 / 17
8.0
Excellent

Gary,Nov 2025

EMA - AYT

Quick on time boarding and flight left the runway bang on 8am, excellent.

Overall

8.3

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.8

Comfort

7.7

Entertainment

6.2

Reviews

1 / 17
8.0
Excellent

Gary,Nov 2025

EMA - AYT

Quick on time boarding and flight left the runway bang on 8am, excellent.

Overall

8.3

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.8

Comfort

7.7

Entertainment

6.2

Reviews

1 / 17
8.0
Excellent

Gary,Nov 2025

EMA - AYT

Quick on time boarding and flight left the runway bang on 8am, excellent.

Overall

8.3

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.8

Comfort

7.7

Entertainment

6.2

Reviews

1 / 17
8.0
Excellent

Gary,Nov 2025

EMA - AYT

Quick on time boarding and flight left the runway bang on 8am, excellent.

Overall

8.3

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.8

Comfort

7.7

Entertainment

6.2

Reviews

1 / 17
8.0
Excellent

Gary,Nov 2025

EMA - AYT

Quick on time boarding and flight left the runway bang on 8am, excellent.

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.

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

    Booking a flight from Manchester (MAN) to Athens Eleftherios V. (ATH) is your only option if you wish to fly from Manchester to Athens. On a typical day, there is 1 flight from Manchester to Eleftherios V., all of which are around 3h 50m for a nonstop flight. You can also purchase a plane ticket from 11 airlines when you book a flight from Manchester to Athens.

  • 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 50m. There are 1637 mi between Manchester and Athens. Most flights are nonstop.

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

    According to our current data, easyJet (£75), Aegean Airlines (£88), and KLM (£93) offers the cheapest pricing from Manchester to Athens. These flights start at 64% 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 £51 and £65 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 Jet2 (64%), easyJet (53%) or Aegean Airlines (30%) 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 £34. While the most popular route (Manchester - Athens Eleftherios V.) can be booked for £85 on average, our data indicates £176 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 £58). Flying from Manchester to Athens in August is currently the most expensive (average of £151). 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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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
easyJetCheapest£82Average£219FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time86%
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Aegean AirlinesCheapest£108Average£257FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time87%
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RyanairCheapest£116Average£162FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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KLMCheapest£118Average£213FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Jet2Cheapest£133Average£295FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Scandinavian AirlinesCheapest£139Average£214FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Brussels AirlinesCheapest£162Average£206FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Air FranceCheapest£167Average£257FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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SWISSCheapest£167Average£219FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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LufthansaCheapest£172Average£270FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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