Riyadh to Spata-Artemida (RUH–ATH) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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RUH–ATH is served by 3 airlines with nonstop service. Saudia, Aegean Airlines and Great Barrier Airlines lead the route. The flight covers 1,606 miles in approximately 4h 10m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SV Saudia | 7 | 320, 32N | 4h10-4h30 | – | SkyTeam | – |
| A3 Aegean Airlines | 6 | 321, 32N | 4h05-4h10 | – | Star Alliance | – |
| GF Great Barrier Airlines | 0 | – | – | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Travel Essentials
RUH: +03 · ATH: EEST
When it's 6:00 PM in Riyadh, it's 6:00 PM in Spata-Artemida.
Saudi passport holders need a Schengen visa to enter Greece. Apply at the Greek Embassy in Riyadh or the Consulate in Jeddah through the VFS Global visa center. A short-stay (Type C) visa costs EUR 80 (about SAR 320) for adults and covers up to 90 days within any 180-day period across the Schengen area. Submit the application 15 to 45 days before travel. Processing takes 10 to 15 calendar days.
Required documents: passport valid for at least 3 months beyond departure from the Schengen area with two blank pages, completed application form, two biometric photos, travel medical insurance covering EUR 30,000, flight reservation, hotel booking, bank statements for the last 3 months, and an employment or business letter. Greece is a popular summer destination for Saudi travelers, with Santorini, Mykonos, and Athens topping the list.
Direct flights from Riyadh to Athens run about 4 hours 30 minutes on Saudia. Jeddah to Athens runs about 4 hours. Seasonal charters serve Santorini and Mykonos from Gulf hubs. Greece uses the euro, trading at roughly 3.95 SAR per EUR 1. Card payments work at hotels, restaurants, and shops in tourist areas, but carry cash for tavernas, ferries, and smaller islands. No mandatory vaccinations. Athens metro costs EUR 1.20 per trip. Blue Star Ferries and Hellenic Seaways connect Athens' port of Piraeus to the Cycladic islands (Santorini: 5 to 8 hours by ferry at EUR 40 to EUR 70, or 25 minutes by air on Sky Express at EUR 50 to EUR 120). Island-hopping passes and multi-stop ferry tickets are available through ferriesingreece.com.
Metro Line 3 departs from the basement level of the terminal to central Athens every 30 minutes (€10, 40 min). Express buses X95 (Syntagma), X96 (Piraeus port), and X93 (long-distance bus terminal) run 24 hours a day for €6.20. Taxis queue outside arrivals with fixed rates: €40 to the city centre during the day, €55 at night and on public holidays. Meters still run but the flat rate applies if higher.Rental car desks are in the arrivals area. The airport is 33 km east of Athens via the Attiki Odos motorway (toll). Ferries to the Greek islands depart from Piraeus port; the X96 bus connects the airport to the port directly.
Mediterranean climate. Summers (June–August) are hot and dry at 30–38°C with intense sunshine and very little rain. Flying conditions are excellent. Summer heat can affect tarmac operations. The airport sits on a coastal plain exposed to the Meltemi northerly winds in July–August, which can cause turbulence on approach but rarely close the airport.
Winters (December–February) are mild and rainy at 8–14°C. Snow is rare in Athens but occasional. Thunderstorms in autumn (October–November) can produce sharp delays. ATH has among the most reliable flying conditions of any major European hub.
RUH–ATH Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from RUH to ATH
King Khalid International Airport (RUH) and Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) are connected by nonstop service from Saudia, Aegean Airlines and Great Barrier Airlines. With 13 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
RUH to ATH Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from RUH to ATH is about 4 hours 10 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 1,606 miles (2,585 km). There are approximately 13 weekly flights outbound and 12 return, totaling 25 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Cairo, Queen Alia and Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.