Which airports can I use when flying from Wellington to Athens?

Flights from Wellington to Athens usually depart from Wellington (WLG) and arrive at Athens Eleftherios V. (ATH).

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

Two cabin classes are available on flights from Wellington to Athens: • Economy class • Business Class

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

On the Wellington to Athens route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 33%. Saturday is the cheapest day at $2,206 return on average, while Tuesday is the most expensive at $3,285 – a $1,079 difference. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

Do I need a passport to fly from Wellington 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.

Have flight prices from Wellington to Athens changed much recently?

Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return prices on this route varied from about $2,861 to $4,229. That means the highest observed fare was about 47% higher than the lowest one.

How are flight prices from Wellington to Athens looking right now?

One-way fares from Wellington to Athens are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $1,439, which is 9% above the typical average for this route.

What is the time difference between Wellington and Athens?

Athens is 9 hours behind Wellington (Eastern European Time vs New Zealand Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

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

Athens Eleftherios V. Airport (ATH) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around $4 for economy cars. Top options include: · Centauro · Record go · Europcar · SURPRICE CAR RENTAL · Alamo

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

Return flights from Wellington to Athens range from $2,347 to $3,292, with an average of $2,738 over the past 12 months. Anything below $2,347 counts as a good deal.

What is the cheapest airline to fly from Wellington to Athens?

Etihad Airways ($2,902) offered the cheapest return ticket from Wellington to Athens in the last 5 days.

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Mon, 19 Oct - Mon, 26 Oct

06:00 - 12:25WLG Wellington-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.

40h 25m2 stops Melbourne Doha Hamad Intl

13:20 - 11:05ATH Athens Eleftherios V.-WLG Wellington

58h 45m3 stops Doha Hamad Intl Melbourne Christchurch

$2,861Multiple Airlines

Mon, 19 Oct - Mon, 26 Oct

08:55 - 07:00WLG Wellington-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.

32h 05m3 stops Auckland Intl Melbourne Doha Hamad Intl

13:20 - 07:05ATH Athens Eleftherios V.-WLG Wellington

54h 45m3 stops Doha Hamad Intl Melbourne Christchurch

$2,884Multiple Airlines

Sat, 24 Oct - Sat, 31 Oct

15:55 - 12:50WLG Wellington-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.

30h 55m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

06:40 - 14:45ATH Athens Eleftherios V.-WLG Wellington

45h 05m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Melbourne

$2,902Etihad Airways

Wed, 21 Oct - Wed, 28 Oct

06:00 - 18:30WLG Wellington-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.

46h 30m2 stops Melbourne Doha Hamad Intl

13:20 - 07:05ATH Athens Eleftherios V.-WLG Wellington

30h 45m3 stops Doha Hamad Intl Adelaide Auckland Intl

$2,923Multiple Airlines

Mon, 19 Oct - Mon, 9 Nov

15:55 - 12:35WLG Wellington-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.

30h 40m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

13:10 - 00:05ATH Athens Eleftherios V.-WLG Wellington

47h 55m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Sydney Kingsford Smith

$2,930Etihad Airways

Fri, 16 Oct - Sun, 8 Nov

06:05 - 12:25WLG Wellington-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.

40h 20m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Doha Hamad Intl

12:55 - 23:50ATH Athens Eleftherios V.-WLG Wellington

47h 55m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Sydney Kingsford Smith

$2,940Multiple Airlines

Wed, 7 Oct - Wed, 14 Oct

06:00 - 12:35WLG Wellington-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.

40h 35m2 stops Melbourne Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

07:20 - 00:10ATH Athens Eleftherios V.-WLG Wellington

54h 50m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Sydney Kingsford Smith

$2,942Multiple Airlines

Tue, 13 Oct - Wed, 11 Nov

06:00 - 06:15WLG Wellington-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.

34h 15m2 stops Melbourne Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

13:10 - 00:05ATH Athens Eleftherios V.-WLG Wellington

47h 55m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Sydney Kingsford Smith

$2,943Etihad Airways

Fri, 16 Oct - Sun, 8 Nov

06:00 - 18:30WLG Wellington-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.

46h 30m2 stops Melbourne Doha Hamad Intl

12:55 - 07:05ATH Athens Eleftherios V.-WLG Wellington

31h 10m3 stops Doha Hamad Intl Adelaide Auckland Intl

$2,959Multiple Airlines

Mon, 19 Oct - Fri, 6 Nov

15:55 - 12:35WLG Wellington-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.

30h 40m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

13:10 - 00:05ATH Athens Eleftherios V.-WLG Wellington

47h 55m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Sydney Kingsford Smith

$2,972Etihad Airways

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

Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Wellington to Athens and is 20% cheaper than the average day. Tuesday is the most expensive day with flight prices 19% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Wellington to Athens?

March is the cheapest month to fly from Wellington to Athens at $2,245 return.
October ($4,111) and December ($3,954) are the most expensive months.
The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 83% on average.

This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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Low season	January
High season	August
Cheapest flight	$1,251

Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 37% increase in price.

Most popular time to fly and prices are also 10% lower on average.

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When to book flights from Wellington to Athens

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Which airports can I use when flying from Wellington to Athens?
Flights from Wellington to Athens usually depart from Wellington (WLG) and arrive at Athens Eleftherios V. (ATH).
Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Wellington to Athens?
Two cabin classes are available on flights from Wellington to Athens:

• Economy class
• Business Class
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Wellington to Athens?
On the Wellington to Athens route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 33%. Saturday is the cheapest day at $2,206 return on average, while Tuesday is the most expensive at $3,285 – a $1,079 difference. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.
Do I need a passport to fly from Wellington 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.
Have flight prices from Wellington to Athens changed much recently?
Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return prices on this route varied from about $2,861 to $4,229. That means the highest observed fare was about 47% higher than the lowest one.
How are flight prices from Wellington to Athens looking right now?
One-way fares from Wellington to Athens are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $1,439, which is 9% above the typical average for this route.
What is the time difference between Wellington and Athens?
Athens is 9 hours behind Wellington (Eastern European Time vs New Zealand Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.
Which car hire options are available at Athens Eleftherios V. Airport (ATH)?
Athens Eleftherios V. Airport (ATH) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around $4 for economy cars. Top options include:
· Centauro
· Record go
· Europcar
· SURPRICE CAR RENTAL
· Alamo
How much should I expect to pay for a Wellington to Athens flight?
Return flights from Wellington to Athens range from $2,347 to $3,292, with an average of $2,738 over the past 12 months. Anything below $2,347 counts as a good deal.

If your dates are flexible, aim for a Saturday departure instead of Tuesday. On this route, Saturday flights average $2,206 – about $1,079 less than Tuesday (33% savings) based on the last 12 months.
If you can choose when to travel, plan your Wellington to Athens trip for March. Fares historically average $2,245 return in that month – typically $1,866 less than the most expensive month, which is October (based on the last 12 months).

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