Cheap flights from Montpellier to Athens

August is named as the cheapest month here, but that does not mean every date in August is low. Prices also follow school holidays, Christmas and the destination's summer, so compare the monthly calendar rather than assuming one season. Weekday departures can differ from weekend ones, and September is not among the months with dated fares on this page.

The route mixes low-cost carriers with full-service ones: Transavia France, Volotea, Easyjet and Norwegian International sit at the low-cost end, while Air France, KLM Royal Dutch Airlines, KLM Cityhopper, HOP!, Cityjet and Aer Lingus are full-service names. Direct flights are available, and some itineraries connect instead of flying nonstop. Low-cost tickets may leave baggage, seat choice and changes out of the base fare, while full-service tickets usually include more, so compare the fare rules as well as the price. Check which carrier is named as operating your flight, because the selling and operating carriers can differ.

Eleftherios Venizelos is a large airport for a capital city, so allow time for walking, queues and baggage reclaim before you head into Athens. Trains, buses and taxis connect it with the centre, and the right choice depends on your arrival time and luggage. If you land late, check the last departures before you rely on public transport. Keep your arrival documents handy, because checks can add time even on a short hop from France.

Currency

EUR (€)

Power sockets

Type C, F · 230 V

Language

Greek

Emergency number

112, 100, 166

Driving side

right

Calling code

+30

Internet domain

.gr, .ελ

EU / Schengen

EU member, Schengen area

Population of Athens

643 k (2021)

Time zone

UTC+02 (Europe/Athens)

Country facts: Wikidata

• Check passport or national ID validity and entry rules for Greece before you book.
• Confirm that your ticket uses Montpellier Mediterranee and Athens Eleftherios Venizelos.
• Compare baggage rules, because low-cost fares may not include checked bags or seat selection.
• If your itinerary connects on separate tickets, allow transfer time and recheck bags yourself.
• Check August against school holidays and your own dates, since it is named the cheapest month.
• Make sure your return uses the same airports and rules as the outbound flight.