1 airline flies nonstop from Washington, D.C. to Athens.
Checking today’s fares with the airlines.
| Airline | From | To |
|---|---|---|
| United AirlinesSeasonal | IAD Washington Dulles International Airport | ATH Athens International Airport Eleftherios Venizelos |
Nonstop service as of October 2026. Airlines change schedules seasonally.
12 miles (20 km) from the city centre. 34 million passengers in 2025
| How | Route | Time | Cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| Metro | Metro Line 3 (blue) from the airport to Syntagma | about 40m | €9 one way |
| Bus | Airport Express bus from the airport to Syntagma and the city | – | €5.50 one way |
| Train | Proastiakos suburban railway to Athens Central Station and Piraeus | – | €9 (same airport ticket as the metro) |
US citizens need a valid passport, but no visa, for stays of up to 90 days in any 180-day period in the Schengen Area.
Athens is 7 hours ahead of Washington, D.C.. Athens uses the euro (EUR).
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Nonstop flight times vary by airline and season; flights with a connection take longer.
As of October 2026, United Airlines flies this route nonstop, some of them seasonally.
About 5,128 miles (8,253 km), measured between the city centres.
Athens is 7 hours ahead of Washington, D.C..
US citizens need a valid passport, but no visa, for stays of up to 90 days in any 180-day period in the Schengen Area.
Metro Line 3 (blue) from the airport to Syntagma, about 40 minutes, €9 one way.
Information checked in October 2026. Schedules, fares and entry rules change, so confirm with the airline or the official source before you travel.