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Acropolis Museum
World-class museum for Acropolis finds, with superb archaic sculptures and Parthenon marbles displayed in a striking modern building.
Flights from Trieste to Athens depart on average 12 times per day, taking around 3h 5m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at $105 (€85) but you can travel from only $105 (€84) by bus.
The earliest flight runs at 00:40, the last at 22:00. The fastest flight covers the 735 miles (1184 km) distance in 4h 30m. January is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 735 miles (1184 km) |
Average flight duration 3h 5m |
Cheapest ticket price $105 (€85) |
Flights per day 12 |
Fastest flight 4h 30m |
First flight 12:40 AM |
Last flight 10:00 PM |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Best time to book 91 days |
Cheapest price
$188
Average price
$331
Fastest journey
4 h 30 m
Average duration
5 h 27 m
Flights per day
12
Distance
1184 km
The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from Trieste to Athens is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Trieste to Athens will cost around $331 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $188.
It's difficult to get from Trieste to Athens without transferring at least once.
AZ1356 · AZ716
AZ1358 · AZ722
AZ1358 · AZ718
AZ1364 · AZ722
AZ1356 · AZ718
AZ1364 · AZ722
AZ1356 · AZ716
LH9571+
LH1284
LH9573+
LH1280
AZ1358 · AZ718Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Trieste to Athens among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $105. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 5m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $105, and a flight costs an average of $105.
Distance: 735 miles (1184 km)
Most popular Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$178 Average price | $137 Average price Cheapest | $537 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 5m Average total duration Fastest 3h 5m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 39h 22m Average total duration 38h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 17h 6m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Trieste to Athens:
A bus is $41 (€33) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Trieste to Athens costing on average $178 (€143).
Other travel options to Athens take longer:
Bus takes on average 38h 52m.
The table below shows live departures for Trieste to Athens flights for tomorrow, Friday, August 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
LH9573+ LH1280 | 6:10 AM Trieste Friuli Venezia Giulia Airport | 6h15 | 1:25 PM Athens International Airport | 1 transfer | |
LH9573+ LH5921 | 6:10 AM Trieste Friuli Venezia Giulia Airport | 7h45 | 2:55 PM Athens International Airport | 1 transfer | |
LH9573+ LH10+ LH5935 | 6:10 AM Trieste Friuli Venezia Giulia Airport | 7h55 | 3:05 PM Athens International Airport | 2 transfers | |
AZ1356 · AZ716 | 6:35 AM Trieste Friuli Venezia Giulia Airport | 4h50 | 12:25 PM Athens International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AZ1356 · AZ718 | 6:35 AM Trieste Friuli Venezia Giulia Airport | 11h00 | 6:35 PM Athens International Airport | 1 transfer | |
LH5169 · LH5097+ LH1752 | 6:35 AM Trieste Friuli Venezia Giulia Airport | 7h20 | 2:55 PM Athens International Airport | 2 transfers | |
AZ1358 · AZ722 | 11:15 AM Trieste Friuli Venezia Giulia Airport | 12h30 | 12:45 AM Athens International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AZ1358 · AZ718 | 11:15 AM Trieste Friuli Venezia Giulia Airport | 6h20 | 6:35 PM Athens International Airport | 1 transfer | |
LH9571+ LH1284 | 2:40 PM Trieste Friuli Venezia Giulia Airport | 5h20 | 9:00 PM Athens International Airport | 1 transfer | |
LH9571+ LH116 · LH1756 | 2:40 PM Trieste Friuli Venezia Giulia Airport | 7h25 | 11:05 PM Athens International Airport | 2 transfers | |
LH9571+ LH5914 | 2:40 PM Trieste Friuli Venezia Giulia Airport | 6h55 | 10:35 PM Athens International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AZ1364 · AZ722 | 7:15 PM Trieste Friuli Venezia Giulia Airport | 4h30 | 12:45 AM Athens International Airport | 1 transfer | |
This is the last flight of the day. | |||||
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Moderate for Europe; hotels in peak season rise, but dining and transit stay fairly reasonable for tourists.
Service is often included or modest. Round up or leave 5-10% at restaurants, round taxi fares up, and leave small change at cafes.
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Most Trieste to Athens flights use the Trieste Friuli Venezia Giulia Airport to Athens International Airport airport pair. Use this guide to compare Trieste and Athens airports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like airport facilities and services.
Trieste Friuli Venezia Giulia Airport is 1 km from Trieste city centre. Public transport options include:
Trieste Friuli Venezia Giulia Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, Lounge, and Lost and Found Office.
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport. ATMs are located in the main terminal.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Trieste Friuli Venezia Giulia Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Trieste Friuli Venezia Giulia Airport: Elevators, ramps.
Athens International Airport is 4 km from Athens city centre. Public transport options include:
Athens International Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, Lounge, and Lost and Found Office.
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport for 45 minutes. ATMs are located throughout the airport, including arrivals and departures areas.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Athens International Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Athens International Airport: Elevators, ramps.
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