How to travel from Belgrade to Athens

There are 2 options to travel between Belgrade and Athens including taking a bus and flight.

The cheapest way to travel from Belgrade to Athens is a bus with an average price of $117.

This is compared to other travel options from Belgrade to Athens:

A bus is $508 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Belgrade to Athens costing on average $625.

The fastest way to travel from Belgrade to Athens is by flight with an average journey time of 6h 33m.

Other travel options to Athens take longer:

Bus takes on average 23h 20m.

The distance from Belgrade to Athens is approximately 500 miles (805 km).

The average frequency per day from Belgrade to Athens is:

• Around 41 flights per day.
• Around 1 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Belgrade and Athens as scheduled services by bus and flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Belgrade to Athens:

• Flights mostly depart from Belgrade Nikola Tesla Airport and arrive in Athens International Airport.
• Buses mostly depart from Beograd, Autobuska stanica (Novi Beograd) (Београд, Аутобуска станица (Нови Београд)) and arrive in Athens, Lagoumitzi / Ilia Iliou (Αθήνα, Λαγουμιτζή / Ηλία Ηλιού).

If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Belgrade to Athens, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:

• Travel with Air Serbia, Aegean Airlines, Swiss, Air Baltic, Austrian Airlines, Lufthansa, Turkish Airlines, Lufthansa Cityline, Indigo Airlines, Brussels Airlines, Qatar Airways, tarom, Norwegian Air Shuttle, Malta MedAir, Bulgaria Air, Helvetic Airways, Lot Polish Airlines, ITA to go to Athens by flight.
• Travel with Infobus, Siamos Tours, FlixBus to go to Athens by bus.

Yes, there are direct services available from Belgrade to Athens with the following travel companies:

• 4 direct flights per day with Air Serbia, Aegean Airlines.
• 1 direct buses per day with Infobus, Siamos Tours.

Omio customers who travel from Belgrade to Athens often also extend their vacation to go to Santorini (Island), Mykonos, Thessaloniki, Istanbul, Rome. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Athens and these popular destinations at a great price.

Most travelers need at least three days in Athens to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.

In Athens, you can enjoy panoramic views from Mount Lycabettus, explore the vibrant Monastiraki Flea Market for antiques and souvenirs, and visit the Panathenaic Stadium, the only marble stadium in the world. Take a peaceful stroll through the National Garden of Athens or experience a traditional Greek performance at the Odeon of Herodes Atticus. Don't miss the Acropolis of Athens with its iconic Parthenon, the insightful Acropolis Museum, the historic Ancient Agora, and the extensive collections at the National Archaeological Museum. Wander through Plaka's narrow streets filled with neoclassical architecture and vibrant local shops and cafes.

Three to four days are ideal to explore Athens, allowing time to visit major attractions like the Acropolis, the Parthenon, and the Ancient Agora, while also enjoying local cuisine and culture.