Cheap flights from Edinburgh to Athens
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Key info about flying to Athens
Depart from
Edinburgh Airport
Arrive to
Athens International
Flights per week
400
Flight distance
2851 km
Worth visiting
Acropolis of Athens - Peloponnese
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Direct flights from Edinburgh to Athens
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Getting from Athens airport to the city center
Fastest options: Metro Line 3 and taxi. Best value: Express bus services X95 and X96.
Transport Option | Typical Time | Typical Cost | Frequency | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|---|
40-45 min | €9; single ticket; reduced fares available | every 30 min (traffic dependent) | direct to city center | |
50-70 min | €5.50; single ticket | every 15–30 min, 24/7 (traffic dependent) | budget travelers, night arrivals | |
60-90 min | €5.50; single ticket | every 20–40 min, 24/7 (traffic dependent) | ferry connections | |
40-50 min | €9; single ticket to central stations | every 15–30 min (traffic dependent) | connections to northern suburbs | |
35-60 min | €40 – €55; flat rate to city center; night surcharge applies | on-demand 24/7 (traffic dependent) | door-to-door convenience | |
35-60 min | €50 – €80; pre-booked; varies by provider | on-demand (traffic dependent) | groups, comfort seekers |
Notes:
- Prices in EUR; table created in 2025 and subject to change.
- Metro and suburban rail tickets can be purchased at airport stations; validate before boarding.
- Taxis have a flat rate from the airport to central Athens (€40 day, €55 night 00:00–05:00).
- Express buses X95 and X96 operate 24 hours; tickets available from kiosks or onboard.
- We recommend checking official transport websites for your travel planning.
Updated: December 2025
Weather in Athens
Average Weather
| Month | Average monthly max temperature | Average monthly min temperature |
| January | 12°C | 7°C |
| February | 13°C | 7°C |
| March | 16°C | 9°C |
| April | 19°C | 11°C |
| May | 24°C | 16°C |
| June | 29°C | 21°C |
| July | 32°C | 23°C |
| August | 32°C | 23°C |
| September | 28°C | 20°C |
| October | 22°C | 16°C |
| November | 18°C | 12°C |
| December | 14°C | 9°C |
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