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

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

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

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

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

One-stop flights from Athens to Chennai most commonly connect through: • Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) – 33% of one-stop connections • Dubai Intl (DXB) – 22% of one-stop connections • Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl (AUH) – 11% of one-stop connections • Manama Bahrain Intl (BAH) – 11% of one-stop connections

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

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 45% on flights from Athens to Chennai. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at ₹ 51,131 return on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at ₹ 91,312, a difference of ₹ 40,181. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

How long is a flight from Athens to Chennai?

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

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

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 Athens to Chennai changed much recently?

Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about ₹ 43,514 to ₹ 143,300. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x higher than the lowest one.

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

One-way fares from Athens to Chennai are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about ₹ 37,601, which is 21% above the typical average for this route.

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

Flying via Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl (AUH) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 10h 26m, compared to 10h 59m via Manama Bahrain Intl (BAH) and 11h 07m via Doha Hamad Intl (DOH).

What is the time difference between Athens and Chennai?

Chennai is 3 hours ahead of Athens (India Time vs Eastern European Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

How much is a return flight from Athens to Chennai?

Return flights from Athens to Chennai typically range from ₹ 52,464 to ₹ 67,281. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was ₹ 43,514 on IndiGo.

Which airline is the cheapest to fly from Athens to Chennai?

IndiGo (₹ 43,514) and Gulf Air (₹ 52,083) are the cheapest airlines to fly return from Athens to Chennai according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

What is the most popular stopover airport when flying from Athens to Chennai?

Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) is the most popular stopover for the Athens to Chennai route. 33% of KAYAK users who booked 1-stop return journeys over the past 3 months connected via DOH.

What is the cheapest stopover airport when flying from Athens to Chennai?

Flights via Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl (BOM) offer the most affordable fares, with an average return price of ₹ 48,524. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

When flying from Athens to Chennai, which airport offers the shortest stopover?

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl (AUH) had the shortest average connection time for Athens to Chennai stopovers at 5h 54m over the past 3 months.

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₹ 32,088

Typical prices: ₹ 23,993-₹ 34,392

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September

Cheapest • 7% price drop

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Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl (BOM)

Cheapest • Avg ₹ 48,524 (return)

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Shortest trip • 10h 26m (one-way)

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Wed, 18 Nov - Wed, 16 Dec

14:00 - 06:15ATH Athens Eleftherios V.-MAA Chennai

12h 45m1 stop Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

09:45 - 11:55MAA Chennai-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.

29h 40m1 stop Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

₹ 43,514IndiGo

Sat, 21 Nov - Sat, 28 Nov

14:00 - 23:05ATH Athens Eleftherios V.-MAA Chennai

29h 35m1 stop New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

05:45 - 11:55MAA Chennai-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.

33h 40m1 stop New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

₹ 47,417IndiGo

Sat, 21 Nov - Sat, 28 Nov

14:00 - 13:30ATH Athens Eleftherios V.-MAA Chennai

20h 00m1 stop New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

09:00 - 11:55MAA Chennai-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.

30h 25m1 stop New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

₹ 50,084IndiGo

Sat, 14 Nov - Sat, 21 Nov

14:00 - 19:05ATH Athens Eleftherios V.-MAA Chennai

25h 35m1 stop New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

16:30 - 11:55MAA Chennai-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.

22h 55m1 stop New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

₹ 51,512IndiGo

Thu, 26 Nov - Tue, 15 Dec

06:15 - 04:45ATH Athens Eleftherios V.-MAA Chennai

19h 00m1 stop Manama Bahrain Intl

05:35 - 13:45MAA Chennai-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.

11h 40m1 stop Manama Bahrain Intl

₹ 52,083Gulf Air

Wed, 18 Nov - Wed, 16 Dec

14:00 - 06:15ATH Athens Eleftherios V.-MAA Chennai

12h 45m1 stop Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

13:40 - 22:30MAA Chennai-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.

36h 20m2 stops Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl Istanbul

₹ 52,178Multiple Airlines

Thu, 26 Nov - Tue, 15 Dec

14:00 - 15:50ATH Athens Eleftherios V.-MAA Chennai

22h 20m1 stop New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

23:45 - 11:55MAA Chennai-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.

15h 40m1 stop New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

₹ 54,178IndiGo

Mon, 1 Feb - Sat, 10 Apr

06:15 - 04:45ATH Athens Eleftherios V.-MAA Chennai

19h 00m1 stop Manama Bahrain Intl

21:35 - 14:10MAA Chennai-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.

19h 05m1 stop Manama Bahrain Intl

₹ 55,130Gulf Air

Sat, 14 Nov - Sat, 21 Nov

09:00 - 11:55ATH Athens Eleftherios V.-MAA Chennai

23h 25m2 stops Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

14:15 - 11:55MAA Chennai-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.

25h 10m1 stop New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

₹ 58,843Multiple Airlines

Wed, 18 Nov - Wed, 16 Dec

14:00 - 20:55ATH Athens Eleftherios V.-MAA Chennai

27h 25m1 stop Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

13:55 - 05:30MAA Chennai-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.

19h 05m3 stops Coimbatore Peelamedu Bengaluru Intl Manama Bahrain Intl

₹ 59,034Multiple Airlines

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How much is a return flight from Athens to Chennai? This analysis is based on the cheapest return price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from Athens to Chennai departing in November.

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High season	August
Cheapest flight	₹ 32,088

The most popular month to fly with an average 11% increase in travellers.

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Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Athens to Chennai?
Only Economy class is available on flights from Athens to Chennai.
How long is a flight from Athens to Chennai?
A direct flight from Athens to Chennai takes 00m, covering 9,937 km.
Do I need a passport to fly from Athens to Chennai?
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 Athens to Chennai changed much recently?
Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about ₹ 43,514 to ₹ 143,300. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x higher than the lowest one.
How are flight prices from Athens to Chennai looking right now?
One-way fares from Athens to Chennai are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about ₹ 37,601, which is 21% above the typical average for this route.
Which airports can I use when flying from Athens to Chennai?
Flights from Athens to Chennai usually depart from Athens Eleftherios V. (ATH) and arrive at Chennai (MAA).
Which airports do connecting flights from Athens to Chennai pass through?
One-stop flights from Athens to Chennai most commonly connect through:

• Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) – 33% of one-stop connections
• Dubai Intl (DXB) – 22% of one-stop connections
• Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl (AUH) – 11% of one-stop connections
• Manama Bahrain Intl (BAH) – 11% of one-stop connections
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Athens to Chennai?
Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 45% on flights from Athens to Chennai. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at ₹ 51,131 return on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at ₹ 91,312, a difference of ₹ 40,181.

KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.
How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Athens to Chennai?
Flying via Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl (AUH) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 10h 26m, compared to 10h 59m via Manama Bahrain Intl (BAH) and 11h 07m via Doha Hamad Intl (DOH).
What is the time difference between Athens and Chennai?
Chennai is 3 hours ahead of Athens (India Time vs Eastern European Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

If your dates are flexible, aim for a Tuesday departure and avoid flying on Sunday. On this route, Tuesday flights average ₹ 51,131, which is about ₹ 40,181 less than Sunday fares (44% savings) based on the last 12 months.
If you can choose when to travel, plan your Athens to Chennai trip for September. Fares historically average ₹ 51,131 return in that month – typically ₹ 56,177 less than the most expensive month, which is May (based on the last 12 months).
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