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Cheapest return flight
₹ 52,952
Typical prices: ₹ 50,791-₹ 60,335
Gulf Air
Fri 16/3Sat 24/3
MAA - ATH • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flight
₹ 23,914
Typical prices: ₹ 23,681-₹ 53,079
IndiGo
Sun 2/12
MAA - ATH • 1 stop
Direct flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Chennai and Athens. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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January
Cheapest • 52% price drop
September
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl (DEL)
Cheapest • Avg ₹ 42,244 (return)
Doha Hamad Intl (DOH)
Shortest trip • 10h 24m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Chennai to Athens (MAA-ATH)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Chennai to Athens

Tue, 16 Mar - Wed, 24 Mar
Gulf Air Logo
05:35 - 13:45MAA  Chennai-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
11h 40m1 stop Manama Bahrain Intl
Gulf Air Logo
06:15 - 04:45ATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-MAA Chennai
19h 00m1 stop Manama Bahrain Intl
₹ 52,952Gulf Air
Fri, 30 Oct - Mon, 2 Nov
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19:15 - 11:55MAA  Chennai-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
20h 10m1 stop Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl
Multiple Airlines Logo
23:10 - 03:00ATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-MAA Chennai
24h 20m1 stop Sharjah
₹ 54,471Multiple Airlines
Sun, 29 Nov - Mon, 7 Dec
Ethiopian Air Logo
02:10 - 13:35MAA  Chennai-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
14h 55m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
Ethiopian Air Logo
14:20 - 08:10ATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-MAA Chennai
14h 20m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
₹ 54,755Ethiopian Air
Sat, 14 Nov - Sat, 21 Nov
Gulf Air Logo
21:25 - 13:45MAA  Chennai-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
19h 50m1 stop Manama Bahrain Intl
Gulf Air Logo
14:40 - 20:40ATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-MAA Chennai
26h 30m1 stop Manama Bahrain Intl
₹ 55,230Gulf Air
Fri, 25 Dec - Wed, 30 Dec
Gulf Air Logo
21:25 - 13:45MAA  Chennai-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
19h 50m1 stop Manama Bahrain Intl
Gulf Air Logo
06:15 - 04:45ATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-MAA Chennai
19h 00m1 stop Manama Bahrain Intl
₹ 55,514Gulf Air
Sun, 27 Dec - Wed, 30 Dec
Gulf Air Logo
21:25 - 05:30MAA  Chennai-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
11h 35m1 stop Manama Bahrain Intl
Gulf Air Logo
06:15 - 04:45ATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-MAA Chennai
19h 00m1 stop Manama Bahrain Intl
₹ 55,514Gulf Air
Sat, 26 Dec - Wed, 30 Dec
Gulf Air Logo
21:25 - 13:45MAA  Chennai-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
19h 50m1 stop Manama Bahrain Intl
Gulf Air Logo
06:15 - 04:45ATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-MAA Chennai
19h 00m1 stop Manama Bahrain Intl
₹ 57,697Gulf Air
Sun, 29 Nov - Mon, 7 Dec
Multiple Airlines Logo
03:40 - 22:20MAA  Chennai-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
22h 10m1 stop Sharjah
Multiple Airlines Logo
09:30 - 08:45ATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-MAA Chennai
19h 45m3 stops Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Kuwait City Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
₹ 58,646Multiple Airlines
Mon, 30 Nov - Mon, 7 Dec
Multiple Airlines Logo
19:15 - 12:00MAA  Chennai-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
44h 15m2 stops Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl Istanbul
Multiple Airlines Logo
14:00 - 08:20ATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-MAA Chennai
14h 50m1 stop New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl
₹ 59,405Multiple Airlines
Sun, 4 Apr - Sun, 11 Apr
Air Arabia Logo
04:05 - 13:15MAA  Chennai-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
11h 40m1 stop Sharjah
Air Arabia Logo
14:05 - 03:25ATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-MAA Chennai
10h 50m1 stop Sharjah
₹ 60,734Air Arabia
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Chennai to Athens flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines, and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights with more confidence.

How much is a return flight from Chennai to Athens?

Return flights from Chennai to Athens typically range from ₹ 50,791 to ₹ 60,335. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was ₹ 52,952 on Gulf Air.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Chennai to Athens?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Chennai to Athens. It’s 10% cheaper than the average day, while Wednesday is the most expensive, with prices 16% higher.

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Key details for Chennai to Athens flights

Low season

July

Cheapest flight

₹ 23,914
Beat the crowds with an average 91% drop in traveller numbers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 33% increase in traveller numbers.
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When to book flights from Chennai to Athens

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Chennai to Athens based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Chennai to Athens flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking tips.

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Chennai to Athens?

    Only Economy class is available on flights from Chennai to Athens.

  • How long is a flight from Chennai to Athens?

    A direct flight from Chennai to Athens takes 00m, covering 9,937 km.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Chennai to Athens?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Chennai to Athens flight?

    Return flights from Chennai to Athens range from ₹ 50,791 to ₹ 60,335, with an average of ₹ 56,096 over the past 12 months. Anything below ₹ 50,791 counts as a good deal.

  • How are flight prices from Chennai to Athens looking right now?

    One-way fares from Chennai to Athens are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about ₹ 27,605, which is 22% below the typical average for this route.

  • Which car hire options are available at Athens Eleftherios V. Airport (ATH)?

    Athens Eleftherios V. Airport (ATH) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around ₹ 215 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Record go
    • Centauro
    • Europcar
    • SURPRICE CAR RENTAL
    • Alamo

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Chennai to Athens?

    Flights from Chennai to Athens usually depart from Chennai (MAA) and arrive at Athens Eleftherios V. (ATH).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Chennai to Athens pass through?

    One-stop flights from Chennai to Athens most commonly connect through:

    • Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl (AUH) – 29% of one-stop connections
    • Manama Bahrain Intl (BAH) – 29% of one-stop connections
    • Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl (BOM) – 18% of one-stop connections
    • Sharjah (SHJ) – 14% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Chennai to Athens?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 23% on flights from Chennai to Athens. Saturday is the cheapest departure day at ₹ 50,770 return on average, while Wednesday is the most expensive at ₹ 65,384, a difference of ₹ 14,614.

    Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Chennai to Athens?

    Flying via Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 10h 24m, compared to 12h 28m via Sharjah (SHJ) and 12h 32m via Manama Bahrain Intl (BAH).

  • What is the time difference between Chennai and Athens?

    Athens is 2 hours behind Chennai (Eastern European Time vs India Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Athens?

    Some of the most popular sights in Athens are Monastiraki Flea Market, Acropolis, and Syntagma Square. These are among the most viewed places in Athens on KAYAK.

Your guide to booking Chennai to Athens flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Saturday departure and avoid flying on Wednesday. On this route, Saturday flights average ₹ 50,770, about ₹ 14,614 less than Wednesday fares (22% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Chennai to Athens trip for January. Fares historically average ₹ 26,761 return in that month – typically ₹ 45,266 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).

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