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December 1 - December 13

Cheapest

Best

LTN - Athens

$292

$57

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November 26 - December 13

Cheapest

LTN - Athens

$167

$57

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November 28 - December 13

Cheapest

LTN - Athens

$170

$57

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November 21 - December 13

Cheapest

LTN - Athens

$160

$57

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November 15 - December 13

Cheapest

Earliest

LTN - Athens

$157

$57

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November 17 - December 13

Cheapest

LTN - Athens

$157

$57

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November 26 - December 10

LTN - Athens

$170

$58

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December 1 - December 10

Best

LTN - Athens

$303

$58

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November 21 - December 10

LTN - Athens

$162

$58

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November 17 - December 10

LTN - Athens

$157

$58

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Insights for flights from London to Athens

Flights from London to Athens cover a distance of 2427 km, classifying this as a medium-haul route. This means you can expect a journey that is longer than a short hop but typically shorter than intercontinental travel. When searching for cheap flights from London to Athens, you'll find that new deals appear almost daily, indicating a dynamic market for this route.

Fares for this route typically range from $142–$424, with a median of $248. Right now, current fares are significantly above the typical level, suggesting higher prices compared to the historical median. Only 7% of recent fares were classified as a good price, indicating that finding exceptional value may require careful timing and flexibility.

If you're looking for the cheapest time to fly from London to Athens, the data shows that January is the most affordable month, with a median fare of $91. Following closely, February offers a median of $116, and April presents a median of $131. These months represent the best opportunities for securing lower prices on this route.

For flights from London to Athens, 47.1% of itineraries are non-stop, meaning a meaningful share are non-stop, while the rest connect once. When connections are involved, the typical number of stopovers is 1. This mix of direct and connecting options provides flexibility for travelers based on their preferences for speed versus potential cost savings.

A typical journey from London to Athens takes approximately 7h 55m, including connections. This duration accounts for both direct flights and those with a single stopover, reflecting the overall travel time you can expect for this medium-haul route. Planning for this travel time is essential, especially if you are considering itineraries with connections.

How much is a round trip from London to Athens

Regular price: $193 - $332

Prices for flights from London to Athens are currently below the regular range.

Regular prices for this route typically range from $193 to $332. The current lowest deal is $57 with Wizz Air UK, for travel from December 1 to December 13.

now $57

Low $193

High $332

The cheapest time to fly from London to Athens

The cheapest month to fly from London to Athens is January, with a median price of $91. The most expensive month is July, with a median price of $477. Prices are generally lower from January to November.

January

Cheapest

Flights from $91

July

Most Expensive

Flights from $477

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Direct flights from London to Athens

Wizz Air UK

Last-minute flights going from London to Athens

Wed, Jun 17

⌛ Last-Minute

STN - Athens

London (STN) - Athens (ATH)

Jet2.com

$418

$161

One-way

Thu, Jun 18

⌛ Last-Minute

STN - Athens

London (STN) - Athens (ATH)

Ryanair

$379

$191

One-way

Thu, Jun 18

⌛ Last-Minute

STN - Athens

London (STN) - Athens (ATH)

Jet2.com

$408

$224

One-way

Thu, Jun 18

⌛ Last-Minute

STN - Athens

London (STN) - Athens (ATH)

Jet2.com

$484

$255

One-way

Thu, Jun 18

⌛ Last-Minute

STN - Athens

London (STN) - Athens (ATH)

Jet2.com

$489

$266

One-way

Mon, Jun 22

⌛ Last-Minute

LTN - Athens

London (LTN) - Athens (ATH)

Wizz Air UK

$396

$113

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from London to Athens

3 nights

Dec 1 - Dec 4

$435 → $110

75%

6 nights

Dec 1 - Dec 7

$429 → $105

76%

2 nights

Dec 5 - Dec 7

$428 → $110

74%

2 nights

Jun 22 - Jun 24

$396 → $113

71%

Popular Airports to fly from London to Athens

London - Athens route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares from London to Athens are above the typical level, with 7% good prices.

📅 Best time to fly

January is historically the cheapest month to fly

Historically, January is the cheapest month to fly, with a median price of $91.

⏱️ Flight duration

The typical flight duration is 7h 55m

Flights from London to Athens typically take 7h 55m, covering 2427 km.

✈️ Airlines & availability

47.1% of deals are for direct flights

47.1% of deals are for direct flights. Deals are frequent, with over 1 per day.

🏆 Airline highlight

Wizz Air UK offers direct flights

Wizz Air UK offers direct flights from London to Athens, with 1 direct deal found.

🎯 Booking tip

Consider flying in January for better prices

To find better prices, consider flying in January, February, or April for this route.

London main airports to depart from

Luton (LTN)

Cheapest

London Luton Airport offers a budget-friendly option for flights from London to Athens.

📍 ~45 km from city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~$57

Gatwick (LGW)

London Gatwick Airport provides a convenient departure point for your trip to Athens.

📍 ~40 km from city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~$112

Heathrow (LHR)

London Heathrow Airport is a major hub for flights from London to Athens.

📍 ~25 km from city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~$165

London City (LCY)

London City Airport is located close to the city center for your flight to Athens.

📍 ~10 km from city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~$244

London Southend (SEN)

London Southend Airport is an alternative departure airport for your journey to Athens.

📍 ~60 km from city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~$219

London Stansted (STN)

London Stansted Airport is another option for flights from London to Athens.

📍 ~50 km from city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~$100

Athens main airports to arrive at

Athens International (ATH)

Cheapest

Athens International Airport is the primary gateway for flights from London to Athens.

📍 ~20 km from Athens city center (reachable by metro, suburban rail, bus, taxi, car rental).

💸 Flights from ~$57

Airports nearby Athens used as alternative

Kalamata International (KLX)

Kalamata International is a practical mainland alternative with reliable road access via the A7 highway.

📍 ~135 km from Athens (reachable by car, approximately 2.5 to 3 hours drive)

💸 Flights from ~$107

Nea Anchialos National (VOL)

Nea Anchialos National is a mainland option accessible by car or bus from Athens.

📍 ~170 km from Athens (reachable by car or bus)

💸 Flights from ~$224

Mykonos Island National (JMK)

Cheapest

Mykonos Island National is a major international hub with extensive European connections during peak season.

📍 ~165 km from Athens (requires a ferry or domestic flight to reach)

💸 Flights from ~$46

Santorini (Thira) National (JTR)

Santorini (Thira) National is a busy airport with diverse international routes, a strong alternative for long-haul connectivity.

📍 ~200 km from Athens (requires sea or air transfer)

💸 Flights from ~$111

Araxos (GPA)

Araxos is a mainland airport serving the Peloponnese region, reachable by road from Athens.

📍 ~190 km from Athens (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$215

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Athens

Athens, Greece

69% AI deal score

$795

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Athens

Historically, the optimal booking window for flights from London to Athens is typically between 14 and 27 days prior to departure. During this period, the average price observed was $245. Booking within 0-6 days of departure generally results in higher average prices, around $391. For bookings made 60 or more days out, the average price was $308, indicating that waiting until the 14-27 day window can offer better value.

Based on historical data from the trailing 90 days, a good price for a flight from London to Athens is considered to be around $142 or less. The median price for this route across the trailing quarter was $248. Prices can vary, with 75% of fares being $424 or less. Aiming for a fare at or below $142 would typically secure a cost-effective flight.

Historically, January, February, and April have offered the cheapest flights from London to Athens. January typically sees a median price of $91, while February's median is $116. April also presents a relatively low median of $131. These months are generally more affordable compared to the annual median price of $248 for this route.

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