Journey information
Overview: London to Athens flight
Flights from London to Athens depart on average 150 times per day, taking around 4h 26m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at $38 (€31) if you book in advance.
There are 12 flights per day. The earliest flight runs at 00:20, the last at 23:30. The fastest flight covers the 1485 miles (2391 km) distance in 3h 35m. October is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 1485 miles (2391 km) |
Average flight duration 4h 26m |
Cheapest ticket price $38 (€31) |
Flights per day 150 |
Direct flights 12 |
Fastest flight 3h 35m |
Cheapest month to travel October |
First flight 00:20 |
Last flight 23:30 |
The cheapest and fastest flights from London to Athens
Cheapest price
$121
Average price
$892
Fastest journey
3 h 35 m
Average duration
3 h 36 m
Flights per day
85
Distance
2391 km
The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from London to Athens is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London to Athens will cost around $892 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $121.
Of the 85 flights that leave London for Athens onSun, Nov 30, 12 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Nov 30 the direct flights cover the 2391 km distance in an average of 3 h 36 m but if you time it right, some flights will get you there in just 3 h 35 m .
On Sun, Nov 30 the longest flights will take 3 h 40 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from London to Athens among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from €31. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 4h 26m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of €31, and a bus costs an average of €254.
Distance: 1485 miles (2391 km)
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€104 Average price Cheapest | €296 Average price |
7h 26m Average total duration Fastest 4h 26m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 66h 35m Average total duration 66h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
London to Athens flight times
The table below shows live departures for London to Athens flights for today, Saturday, November 29. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
QR5942+ QR203 | 1:50 PM London Heathrow Airport | 19h20 | 9:10 AM Athens International Airport | 1 transfer | |
SK532 · SK1833 | 1:55 PM London Heathrow Airport | 18h40 | 8:35 AM Athens International Airport | 1 transfer | |
QR4 · QR203 | 2:15 PM London Heathrow Airport | 18h55 | 9:10 AM Athens International Airport | 1 transfer | |
OS336 · OS805 | 2:50 PM London Heathrow Airport | 7h30 | 10:20 PM Athens International Airport | 1 transfer | |
QR9780+ QR156 · QR207 | 2:50 PM London Gatwick Airport | 49h10 | 4:00 PM Athens International Airport | 2 transfers | |
QR9780+ QR156 · QR203 | 2:50 PM London Gatwick Airport | 42h20 | 9:10 AM Athens International Airport | 2 transfers | |
FR 9284 | 2:55 PM London Stansted Airport | 3h55 | 6:50 PM Athens International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
QR8 · QR203 | 2:55 PM London Heathrow Airport | 18h15 | 9:10 AM Athens International Airport | 1 transfer | |
LH909 · LH1284 | 3:30 PM London Heathrow Airport | 6h55 | 10:25 PM Athens International Airport | 1 transfer | |
U28183 | 3:30 PM London Gatwick Airport | 3h40 | 7:10 PM Athens International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
QR110 · QR203 | 3:30 PM London Heathrow Airport | 17h40 | 9:10 AM Athens International Airport | 1 transfer | |
QR110 · QR207 | 3:30 PM London Heathrow Airport | 24h30 | 4:00 PM Athens International Airport | 1 transfer | |
SK806 · SK8422 | 3:35 PM London Heathrow Airport | 23h30 | 3:05 PM Athens International Airport | 1 transfer | |
PC1166 · PC1191 | 3:40 PM London Stansted Airport | 14h50 | 6:30 AM Athens International Airport | 1 transfer | |
QR108 · QR207 | 4:00 PM London Heathrow Airport | 24h00 | 4:00 PM Athens International Airport | 1 transfer | |
QR108 · QR203 | 4:00 PM London Heathrow Airport | 17h10 | 9:10 AM Athens International Airport | 1 transfer | |
BA638 | 4:15 PM London Heathrow Airport | 3h40 | 7:55 PM Athens International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
LH911 · LH1284 | 4:30 PM London Heathrow Airport | 5h55 | 10:25 PM Athens International Airport | 1 transfer | |
A3603 | 4:35 PM London Heathrow Airport | 3h45 | 8:20 PM Athens International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
LH2477 · LH1756 | 4:40 PM London Heathrow Airport | 7h00 | 11:40 PM Athens International Airport | 1 transfer | |
SK506 · SK2777 | 5:00 PM London Heathrow Airport | 23h40 | 4:40 PM Athens International Airport | 1 transfer | |
SK506 · SK8420 | 5:00 PM London Heathrow Airport | 21h15 | 2:15 PM Athens International Airport | 1 transfer | |
SK506 · SK777 | 5:00 PM London Heathrow Airport | 17h40 | 10:40 AM Athens International Airport | 1 transfer | |
LX325 · LX1842 | 5:10 PM London Heathrow Airport | 5h30 | 10:40 PM Athens International Airport | 1 transfer | |
PC1178 · PC1191 | 5:25 PM London Stansted Airport | 13h05 | 6:30 AM Athens International Airport | 1 transfer | |
SK528 · SK1833 | 5:30 PM London Heathrow Airport | 15h05 | 8:35 AM Athens International Airport | 1 transfer | |
LH4197+ LH1756 | 5:50 PM London Heathrow Airport | 5h50 | 11:40 PM Athens International Airport | 1 transfer | |
LO280+ LO5603 | 6:20 PM London Heathrow Airport | 18h45 | 1:05 PM Athens International Airport | 1 transfer | |
LO280 · LO601 | 6:20 PM London Heathrow Airport | 16h30 | 10:50 AM Athens International Airport | 1 transfer | |
QR12 · QR203 | 6:55 PM London Heathrow Airport | 14h15 | 9:10 AM Athens International Airport | 1 transfer | |
QR12 · QR207 | 6:55 PM London Heathrow Airport | 21h05 | 4:00 PM Athens International Airport | 1 transfer | |
QR9711+ QR207 | 7:20 PM London Heathrow Airport | 20h40 | 4:00 PM Athens International Airport | 1 transfer | |
QR9711+ QR203 | 7:20 PM London Heathrow Airport | 13h50 | 9:10 AM Athens International Airport | 1 transfer | |
VY7839 · VY8100 | 7:35 PM London Gatwick Airport | 13h45 | 9:20 AM Athens International Airport | 1 transfer | |
TP1369 · TP7410 | 7:55 PM London Heathrow Airport | 20h00 | 3:55 PM Athens International Airport | 1 transfer | |
QR106 · QR207 | 8:10 PM London Heathrow Airport | 19h50 | 4:00 PM Athens International Airport | 1 transfer | |
QR106 · QR203 | 8:10 PM London Heathrow Airport | 13h00 | 9:10 AM Athens International Airport | 1 transfer | |
VY7829 · VY8100 | 9:05 PM London Gatwick Airport | 12h15 | 9:20 AM Athens International Airport | 1 transfer | |
6E02+ 6E4274 · 6E4191 | 9:30 PM London Heathrow Airport | 39h25 | 12:55 PM Athens International Airport | 2 transfers | |
6E02+ 6E4274 · 6E4193 | 9:30 PM London Heathrow Airport | 45h20 | 6:50 PM Athens International Airport | 2 transfers | |
6E02 · 6E17+ 6E4193 | 9:30 PM London Heathrow Airport | 45h20 | 6:50 PM Athens International Airport | 2 transfers | |
QR16 · QR207 | 9:30 PM London Heathrow Airport | 18h30 | 4:00 PM Athens International Airport | 1 transfer | |
6E02 · 6E17+ 6E4191 | 9:30 PM London Heathrow Airport | 39h25 | 12:55 PM Athens International Airport | 2 transfers | |
A3609 | 10:15 PM London Heathrow Airport | 3h35 | 1:50 AM Athens International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
PC1174 · PC1191 | 11:20 PM London Stansted Airport | 7h10 | 6:30 AM Athens International Airport | 1 transfer | |
PC1174 · PC1193 | 11:20 PM London Stansted Airport | 15h40 | 3:00 PM Athens International Airport | 1 transfer | |
| Sunday, November 30 | |||||
LX345+ LX4320 | 6:00 AM London Heathrow Airport | 6h50 | 12:50 PM Athens International Airport | 1 transfer | |
TP1363 · TP7410 | 6:00 AM London Heathrow Airport | 9h55 | 3:55 PM Athens International Airport | 1 transfer | |
U26405 | 6:25 AM London Gatwick Airport | 3h40 | 10:05 AM Athens International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
LH921+ LH5921 | 6:30 AM London Heathrow Airport | 6h35 | 1:05 PM Athens International Airport | 1 transfer | |
A31607 · A31632 | 6:30 AM London Heathrow Airport | 8h05 | 2:35 PM Athens International Airport | 1 transfer | |
A31607+ A3831 | 6:30 AM London Heathrow Airport | 6h35 | 1:05 PM Athens International Airport | 1 transfer | |
SK802 · SK8422 | 6:40 AM London Heathrow Airport | 8h25 | 3:05 PM Athens International Airport | 1 transfer | |
QR9787+ QR156 · QR207 | 7:10 AM London Gatwick Airport | 32h50 | 4:00 PM Athens International Airport | 2 transfers | |
QR9787+ QR156 · QR203 | 7:10 AM London Gatwick Airport | 26h00 | 9:10 AM Athens International Airport | 2 transfers | |
A31521 · A31632 | 7:30 AM London Heathrow Airport | 7h05 | 2:35 PM Athens International Airport | 1 transfer | |
LH923 · LH1282 | 7:30 AM London Heathrow Airport | 7h05 | 2:35 PM Athens International Airport | 1 transfer | |
LH923+ LH5921 | 7:30 AM London Heathrow Airport | 5h35 | 1:05 PM Athens International Airport | 1 transfer | |
A31521+ A3831 | 7:30 AM London Heathrow Airport | 5h35 | 1:05 PM Athens International Airport | 1 transfer | |
QR6 · QR203 | 8:05 AM London Heathrow Airport | 25h05 | 9:10 AM Athens International Airport | 1 transfer | |
TP1351 · TP7401 | 8:15 AM London Heathrow Airport | 14h50 | 11:05 PM Athens International Airport | 1 transfer | |
LH925 · LH1282 | 8:30 AM London Heathrow Airport | 6h05 | 2:35 PM Athens International Airport | 1 transfer | |
QR10 · QR203 | 8:35 AM London Heathrow Airport | 24h35 | 9:10 AM Athens International Airport | 1 transfer | |
QR112 · QR203 | 8:40 AM London Heathrow Airport | 24h30 | 9:10 AM Athens International Airport | 1 transfer | |
QR330 · QR203 | 8:40 AM London Gatwick Airport | 24h30 | 9:10 AM Athens International Airport | 1 transfer | |
QR330 · QR207 | 8:40 AM London Gatwick Airport | 31h20 | 4:00 PM Athens International Airport | 1 transfer | |
LX353+ LX4336 | 9:00 AM London Heathrow Airport | 9h40 | 6:40 PM Athens International Airport | 1 transfer | |
LX317 · LX1838 | 9:00 AM London Heathrow Airport | 5h45 | 2:45 PM Athens International Airport | 1 transfer | |
VY7831 · VY8102 | 9:50 AM London Gatwick Airport | 9h25 | 7:15 PM Athens International Airport | 1 transfer | |
BA634 | 10:05 AM London Heathrow Airport | 3h45 | 1:50 PM Athens International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
SK502 · SK2777 | 10:20 AM London Heathrow Airport | 6h20 | 4:40 PM Athens International Airport | 1 transfer | |
SK502 · SK777 | 10:20 AM London Heathrow Airport | 25h00 | 11:20 AM Athens International Airport | 1 transfer | |
SK502 · SK8420 | 10:20 AM London Heathrow Airport | 27h55 | 2:15 PM Athens International Airport | 1 transfer | |
TP1335 · TP7401 | 10:40 AM London Gatwick Airport | 12h25 | 11:05 PM Athens International Airport | 1 transfer | |
A3601 | 12:15 PM London Heathrow Airport | 3h35 | 3:50 PM Athens International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
TP1367 · TP7401 | 12:25 PM London Heathrow Airport | 10h40 | 11:05 PM Athens International Airport | 1 transfer | |
BA636 | 1:05 PM London Heathrow Airport | 3h45 | 4:50 PM Athens International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
VY7835 · VY8102 | 1:10 PM London Gatwick Airport | 6h05 | 7:15 PM Athens International Airport | 1 transfer | |
LX457+ LX4322 | 1:20 PM London City Airport | 7h30 | 8:50 PM Athens International Airport | 1 transfer | |
LH907+ LH5914 | 1:30 PM London Heathrow Airport | 7h20 | 8:50 PM Athens International Airport | 1 transfer | |
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FAQs: London to Athens Flight
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London to Athens by flight. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest flight, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Athens, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Flights from London to Athens generally leave from London Gatwick Airport and arrive in Athens International Airport.
London Gatwick Airport is 46.6 km away from London city centre and Athens International Airport is 37.2 km from Athens city centre.
- Athens Epidaurus Festival, a celebration of ancient Greek drama held in the historic Epidaurus Theatre
- Athens Marathon, an annual marathon that traces the route from Marathon to Athens
- Athens International Film Festival, showcasing international films and promoting new filmmakers
- Acropolis Rally, a prestigious rally event attracting motorsport enthusiasts from around the world.
- Greek Independence Day, national pride and parades celebrating freedom on March 25
- Easter, significant religious observances and traditional festivities in April
- Ochi Day, commemorating Greece's refusal to surrender during WWII with parades and events on October 28.
Typically, passengers are allowed one carry-on bag and one personal item (for example a purse, laptop bag, or backpack). Personal items must fit under the seat in front of you.
Budget Airlines (like Ryanair or Wizz Air) have stricter size and weight limits, often requiring fees for larger carry-ons. Full-Service Airlines have more lenient policies, sometimes including more spacious dimensions or higher weight limits depending on your ticket class.
popular airports
Popular airports from London to Athens
- Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport for 90 minutes.
- Shops are located in both terminals, including Harrods and World Duty Free.
- Short stay parking available at both terminals, approximately 6€ (£5) for 30 minutes.
- Available outside the terminal.
- Assistance.
- Available throughout the airport, including accessible facilities.
- Yes
- Lounges available in both terminals, including No1 Lounge and Club Aspire.
- Located in the South Terminal, inquiries can be made online or in person.
- Train: Gatwick Express, Southern, Thameslink
- Bus: National Express, Metrobus
- Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport.
- Shops in the terminal, including WHSmith and Aelia Duty-Free.
- Short-term and long-term parking available, starting at approximately 4.2€ (£3.50) per hour.
- Available outside the terminal.
- Elevators, ramps.
- Available throughout the airport.
- Lounge available, including the First Class Lounge.
- Located in the terminal, contact information desk.
- DLR
- Bus 473
- Bus 474
- Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport for up to 4 hours.
- Shops are located throughout all terminals, including Harrods and World Duty Free.
- Short Stay parking available near each terminal, approximately 6.3€ (£5.30) for 30 minutes.
- Available outside the terminal.
- Assistance.
- Available throughout the airport, including accessible facilities.
- Yes
- Lounges available in all terminals, including British Airways and Plaza Premium lounges.
- Located at each terminal, contact Heathrow Airport Lost Property.
- Bus: 105, 111, 140, 285, 423
- Metro: Piccadilly Line
- Train: Heathrow Express, TfL Rail
- Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport.
- Shops available, including WHSmith and Aelia Duty Free.
- Short-term and long-term parking available, starting at approximately 9.6€ (£8) for the first hour.
- Available outside the terminal.
- Assistance.
- Available throughout the airport.
- Yes
- Aspire Lounge available, access for a fee.
- Located in the terminal, contact information desk.
- Bus: A1, A2, 757
- Train: Thameslink, East Midlands Railway
- Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport for 4 hours.
- Shops are located in the departure lounge, including WHSmith and Boots.
- Short-stay parking located near the terminal, approximately 9.6€ (£8) for the first hour.
- Available outside the terminal.
- Ramps, toilets.
- Available throughout the airport, including accessible facilities.
- Yes
- Lounges like the Escape Lounge offer amenities such as food, drinks, and showers.
- Located in the terminal, with services provided by Excess Baggage Company.
- Bus: National Express, Airport Bus Express
- Train: Stansted Express
- Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport for 45 minutes.
- Shops are available in the main terminal, including duty-free shops and brands like Hellenic Duty Free and Korres.
- Parking available with options including short-term and long-term parking. Short-term parking located at P1 and P2, approximately 3.8€ per hour.
- Available outside the terminal.
- Elevators, ramps.
- Available throughout the airport.
- Yes
- Lounges available, including the Aegean Business Lounge and Skyserv Lounge, offering amenities like food, drinks, and showers.
- Located at the arrivals level, near Exit 3.
- Bus: X93, X95, X96, X97
- Metro: Line 3
- Suburban Railway: Proastiakos
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