Question 1

How long does it take to fly from RUH to Athens International Airport?

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With Aegean Airlines, a direct flight takes approximately 4 hours. Grab a seat on the 2:50AM flight from RUH and reach Athens International Airport at 6:50AM. Snag a fabulous deal on this and other routes when you book your ticket with Expedia.

Question 2

Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from RUH to ATH last minute?

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When it's time to book your flights, it's better to be prepared. While it may be possible to pick up a deal on a King Khaled Intl. Airport (RUH) to AIA Airport flight at the last minute, prices usually don't get cheaper as the departure date nears. Based on flight pricing and demand studies in 2022, we have found that the sweet spot to book a domestic flight is between 28 – 35 days ahead. For international flights it's between three and four months.

Question 3

What airline has the least delays from RUH to ATH?

Accepted Answer

With an on-time performance rate of 76%, Aegean Airlines is the carrier that's most likely to fly you from Riyadh Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos Airport (ATH) without any hiccups. Flight delays aren't just frustrating — they can also result in a missed connection or even ruin your entire vacation. You can keep updated about delays by reviewing your flight status through the free Expedia App well before you get to the airport. If you're already there and the delay is lengthy, head to your airline's customer service desk to work out your next move.

Question 4

What airports do you fly into for Athens from Riyadh?

Accepted Answer

Catch a flight from Riyadh to Athens and arrive at Eleftherios Venizelos Airport (ATH). The terminal is around 19 kilometers east of central Athens. Kick-start your urban getaway by going to Votsalakia Beach and Marina Zeas, just two of Athens's unmissable attractions.

Question 5

What are the most popular departure times for flights from King Khaled Intl. Airport (RUH) to ATH?

Accepted Answer

For Aegean Airlines flights setting off from RUH to AIA Airport, the peak period is between 2:00 AM - 3:00 AM. If you'd like to avoid any holdups, fly in the morning. This way you can dodge the heavy air traffic that builds up in the afternoon.

Question 6

Can I change the date of my flight from RUH to Athens International Airport?

Accepted Answer

It's a piece of cake to make amendments to your King Khaled Intl. Airport (RUH) to ATH journey yourself. Access your details via the Expedia Trips portal and choose "change flight." Browse around for new flights and lock in the one that better suits your plans. You'll see an estimate of the extra charges, if applicable. Alternatively, visit our Customer Service portal to connect with our Virtual Agent and quickly get answers to all your questions.

Origin airport	King Khaled Intl.
Destination airport	Eleftherios Venizelos
Airlines serving	Air Arabia, EGYPTAIR, Emirates, Etihad Airways, Gulf Air, ITA Airways, IndiGo, Pegasus Airlines, Qatar Airways, Royal Jordanian, Turkish Airlines
Roundtrip price	AED1,833
Distance	2569 km
Average flight time	5 hours 15 mins

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