How to find cheap flights from Riyadh Airport (RUH) to Greece
Grab a return flight from Riyadh Airport (RUH) to Greece starting at ج.م. 16,299, the cheapest price currently available.
You'll be travelling from RUH into Athens International in Athens with that fare.
ج.م. 7,614 is the lowest price available for a one-way ticket.
Flexible about where you land? Enter 'Greece' in the 'To' field to compare fares to different cities.
Greece has around 20 international airports, so you can choose from plenty of arrival options.
To compare a wider range of prices, choose 'Add nearby airports' to include all airports close to where you're departing from and heading to.
For lower fares, try to book about four months before travelling. If your trip falls during a busy period, it's worth booking even earlier.
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Best time to fly from Riyadh Airport (RUH) to Greece
February is typically the cheapest month to hop on a flight from Riyadh Airport (RUH) to Greece, with prices starting from ج.م. 16,299.
Tuesdays and Wednesdays are often the most affordable days to fly in general, with prices dipping during midweek when it's quieter.
The busiest months to fly to Greece are July, August and September. July is the most popular month, which can bring higher fares.
If you want a more relaxed trip, February, March and November are the least popular months to fly. March is the quietest month, which can make cheaper tickets easier to find.
Flights from Riyadh Airport (RUH) to Greece: what to expect
From Riyadh Airport (RUH), you can fly nonstop to around two airports across Greece.
Roughly four direct flights operate each week between Riyadh Airport (RUH) and destinations across Greece.
Aegean Airlines and Saudia are the main airlines flying direct from Riyadh Airport (RUH) to Greece.
When it comes to the most popular routes from Riyadh Airport to Greece, Athens sits high on the travel wishlist.
The quickest flight has you in Mykonos in about 4 hours, compared to roughly 4 hours 10 minutes if you're heading for Athens.
The average journey on this route comes in at around 4 hours 10 minutes.
Popular places to visit in Greece
Your Riyadh to Greece flights are taken care of. The next step is deciding what your trip will look like.
Athens
Located in Attica, this city is one of the top destinations for flights departing Riyadh Airport and heading to Greece. Get your sightseeing underway at standout attractions like Acropolis of Athens, Parthenon and Erechtheion.
Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) manages most international flights into Athens.
Ready to lock in your perfect base? Check out the lineup of hotels in Athens.
Heraklion
Heraklion Archaeological Museum, Old Venetian Harbour of Heraklion and Rocca a Mare | Koules are the perfect introduction to the highlights in this Crete city.
Heraklion International Airport (HER) is the city's main airport.
After locking in your airfare, you can begin searching for the right stay among the hotels in Heraklion.
Thessaloniki
Drop by top sights like Holy Cathedral Church of Hagia Sophia, Archaeological Museum of Thessaloniki and Alexander the Great Statue while you're in this corner of Central Macedonia.
Thessaloniki International Makedonia Airport (SKG) is the city's main airport, with routes connecting it to popular destinations across the region and beyond.
Whether you're on a tight budget or ready to splurge, hotels in Thessaloniki offer options for every kind of trip.
Visiting Greece for the first time? Here's what you need to know
Entry rules can vary depending on your passport, length of stay and travel plans, so check before you go. Official embassy sites and airlines will have reliable advice on visas or any other documents you may need.
Euro (EUR) is the main currency. Paying for things is easy, with debit and credit cards accepted in the vast majority of places.
Greece has a population of around 10 million. The capital city is Athens.
This destination operates on one standard time zone of UTC+2.
July is one of the warmest months in Greece, with average high temperatures of up to 30ºC.
Plan your visit around January if you prefer to be there when it's cooler. You'll find lower temperatures of around 5ºC.
September tends to be the wettest time of year, while August is the driest.
Hoping to time your travels with a big occasion? Well-known events worth planning around include the Athens Epidaurus Festival, thessaloniki International Film Festival and Patras Carnival.
Complete your trip with hotels and a car rental
With your cheap flight from Riyadh Airport (RUH) to Greece booked, it's time to plan the rest of your journey. Find the best prices and exclusive rates for hotels in Greece. You can also check out the car rental options in Greece and compare deals from top providers in seconds.
