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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Athens International Airport to Seoul? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from RM2,514. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Athens International to Seoul

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Athens International to Seoul flights are currently cheapest in June.

Direct flights from Athens International to Seoul

Alternative Athens International to Seoul routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Athens International to Seoul? You could fly into the following airports instead.

Athens to Seoul: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundRM1,400
Cheapest month to flyJune
Average flight time10 hrs, 13 mins
Most popular airlineKorean Air
Average flights per week1

Finding cheap flights from Athens International to Seoul: Frequently asked questions

There are 2 airports in Seoul: Gimpo International and Incheon International.
The best price we found for a return flight from Athens International to Seoul is RM2,469. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
10 hours and 13 minutes is the average flight time from Athens International to Seoul.
Korean Air flies direct from Athens International to Seoul.
As of April 2026, there is one flight per week flying from Athens International to Seoul.
The cheapest month to fly from Athens International to Seoul is usually August.
If you're flying from Athens International Airport, the cheapest airport near Seoul is Incheon International – which is 47.8 km away from the centre of Seoul. We've found flights into this airport from RM2,469.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Athens International Airport to Seoul on Saturday, 8 August 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 10 hours and 13 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Seoul but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Seoul is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In April, the average temperature is usually around 10°C. August is typically the warmest month in Seoul, when it usually averages around 28°C. You can expect the least rain in January. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging -8°C. The rainiest month is July.
Currently, Etihad Airways offers the cheapest flight tickets to Seoul.

Travelling from Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) to Seoul: what you need to know

  • The timezone in Seoul is UTC+9. The city is seven hours ahead of Athens, where Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport is located.

  • Give yourself plenty of time to make your ATH to Seoul flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • Flying during a peak month like July? Major public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer queues at security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.

  • We make it easy to book plane tickets from ATH to Seoul with a stopover. To see the options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Some popular stopovers include:

    • Istanbul Airport (IST)

    • Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)

    • Munich Franz Joseph Strauss Airport (MUC)

  • The journey from central Athens to ATH takes about 40 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a taxi, you'll cover the 19 kilometres in 35 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.

  • Booked an early flight from Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Seoul? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays close to ATH:

  • 76% of flights departing from Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport reach their destination on time.

How to find the cheapest flights from Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) to Seoul

  • RM1,400 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Seoul flight. A round-trip plane ticket right now is RM2,469. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares could change.

  • Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to land cheap flights from ATH to Seoul if you book in advance. Airlines often have some excellent early bird rates.

  • The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Seoul throughout the entire month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your dates are flexible.

  • Snapping up a cheap flight from ATH to Seoul is a breeze with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic notifications and we'll get in touch when a deal gets even better.

  • Tailor your flights with filters. Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Seoul.

Airports in Seoul

Seoul Incheon International Airport (ICN)

  • Seoul Incheon International Airport (ICN) to central Seoul takes about 1 hour 5 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 48 kilometres away.

  • If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 50 minutes.

  • If you're arriving on a late flight from Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Seoul, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these accommodation options near ICN:

  • To secure the lowest price, book your ride from Seoul Incheon International Airport about four weeks in advance of your flight from ATH to Seoul.

Seoul Gimpo International Airport (GMP)

  • The centre of Seoul is located around 16 kilometres from Seoul Gimpo International Airport (GMP). Once your flight from Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Seoul has landed and you've made your way out of the airport, the drive should be around 30 minutes.

  • The journey will take about 35 minutes on public transport.

  • You'll find some great places to call home for the night near GMP. Settle in and get cosy after your ATH to Seoul flight at one of these well-located options:

  • Call dibs on the best options. Securing your ride from GMP one week in advance often means lower prices and a bigger choice of vehicles.

Best time to go to Seoul

  • January is the busiest month for flights from Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Seoul. To avoid the crowds, head to Seoul in December.

  • Book a Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Seoul plane ticket with a departure in August if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 19ºC (66ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).

  • If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from ATH to Seoul in January when temperatures average between -12ºC (10ºF) and 4ºC (39ºF).

More about Seoul

  • When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best stays in Seoul right here. Browse these options after locking in your flight from Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Seoul:

  • All great holidays should include a little sightseeing. Bukchon Hanok Village, Gyeongbokgung Palace and N Seoul Tower are attractions you won't want to skip in Seoul.

Explore more of South Korea

  • Busan is just one of the many places in South Korea waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Seoul. Around 322 kilometres away to the southeast, well-known attractions include Gamcheon Culture Village, Haeundae Beach and Beautiful View Busan - Diamond Bridge.

  • If there's time to check out another corner of South Korea, head for Daegu, roughly 241 kilometres southeast of Seoul. Alive Aquarium Daegu, Nature Park and Seonsa Historical Park are key highlights.

Prices shown on this page are estimated lowest prices only. Found in the last 45 days.