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25 Mar — 1 Apr1
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Flights to Athens in 2025

Find the latest flights to Athens in 2025, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 858,174 searches and data was last updated on 20 March 2025.

Return from

£59

One-way from

£39

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

January

Average price

£99

Good round-trip deal

£69 or less

Good one-way deal

£49 or less
Wizz Air
  • Wizz Air
  • 13/5-21/5
  • Nonstop
  • 7h 55m total
  • London to Athens
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Wizz Air
  • Wizz Air
  • 26/4
  • Nonstop
  • 4h 00m total
  • London to Athens
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 27% potential increase in price (£47 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 5% potential price decrease (£6 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cheapest flights to Athens
Explore the most affordable flight options available to Athens. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on 20 March 2025.

Tue 13/507:10LGW - ATH
Nonstop3h 50mWizz Air
Wed 21/513:55ATH - LGW
Nonstop4h 05mWizz Air
Deal found 19/3£59
Sun 27/407:15LTN - ATH
Nonstop3h 50mWizz Air
Thu 1/514:00ATH - LTN
Nonstop4h 05mWizz Air
Deal found 20/3£59
Mon 12/519:15LTN - ATH
1 stop12h 00mMultiple Airlines
Thu 22/514:00ATH - LTN
Nonstop4h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 20/3£64
Mon 12/517:00STN - ATH
Nonstop3h 35mRyanair
Fri 16/521:20ATH - STN
Nonstop3h 50mRyanair
Deal found 20/3£67
Mon 12/506:35LTN - ATH
Nonstop3h 45mRyanair
Fri 16/514:20ATH - LTN
Nonstop3h 55mRyanair
Deal found 20/3£67
Fri 9/518:25LGW - ATH
Nonstop3h 40mMultiple Airlines
Tue 13/513:55ATH - LGW
Nonstop3h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 19/3£72
Fri 25/418:25LGW - ATH
Nonstop3h 40measyJet
Fri 2/521:00ATH - LGW
Nonstop3h 55measyJet
Deal found 19/3£81
Sun 8/615:10LTN - ATH
Nonstop3h 35measyJet
Thu 12/614:00ATH - LTN
Nonstop4h 00measyJet
Deal found 20/3£89
Sun 23/323:20STN - ATH
1 stop12h 55mMultiple Airlines
Tue 1/414:15ATH - STN
Nonstop3h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 20/3£92
Thu 13/1119:25LHR - ATH
Nonstop3h 35mBritish Airways
Sun 16/1119:55ATH - LHR
Nonstop4h 00mBritish Airways
Deal found 20/3£119
Tue 17/622:15LHR - ATH
Nonstop3h 35mMultiple Airlines
Wed 24/915:40ATH - LHR
1 stop22h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 20/3£122
Tue 17/622:15LHR - ATH
Nonstop3h 35mAegean Airlines
Tue 24/619:20ATH - LHR
Nonstop3h 50mAegean Airlines
Deal found 20/3£126

Cheapflights Fare Finder

Locate flights to Athens that fit your budget, with regularly updated fares and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 858,174 searches and data was last updated on 20 March 2025.
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Route

Depart

Return

Price

LondonAthens

LGW - ATH

LGWATH

London Gatwick

Tue 13/5

07:10-13:00

Nonstop3h 50m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Wed 21/5

13:55-16:00

Nonstop4h 05m

£59

LondonAthens

LTN - ATH

LTNATH

London Luton

Sun 27/4

07:15-13:05

Nonstop3h 50m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Thu 1/5

14:00-16:05

Nonstop4h 05m

£59

LondonAthens

LTN - ATH

LTNATH

London Luton

Mon 12/5

19:15-09:15

1 stop12h 00m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Thu 22/5

14:00-16:05

Nonstop4h 05m

£64

LondonAthens

STN - ATH

STNATH

London Stansted

Mon 12/5

17:00-22:35

Nonstop3h 35m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Fri 16/5

21:20-23:10

Nonstop3h 50m

£67

LondonAthens

LTN - ATH

LTNATH

London Luton

Mon 12/5

06:35-12:20

Nonstop3h 45m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Fri 16/5

14:20-16:15

Nonstop3h 55m

£67

LondonAthens

LGW - ATH

LGWATH

London Gatwick

Fri 9/5

18:25-00:05

Nonstop3h 40m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Tue 13/5

13:55-15:50

Nonstop3h 55m

£72

LondonAthens

LGW - ATH

LGWATH

London Gatwick

Fri 25/4

18:25-00:05

Nonstop3h 40m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Thu 1/5

20:50-22:45

Nonstop3h 55m

£81

LondonAthens

LTN - ATH

LTNATH

London Luton

Sun 8/6

15:10-20:45

Nonstop3h 35m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Thu 12/6

14:00-16:00

Nonstop4h 00m

£89

LondonAthens

STN - ATH

STNATH

London Stansted

Tue 13/5

15:10-22:40

1 stop5h 30m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Thu 22/5

21:50-23:40

Nonstop3h 50m

£92

LondonAthens

LGW - ATH

LGWATH

London Gatwick

Tue 1/4

19:15-09:20

1 stop12h 05m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Thu 3/4

10:05-10:30

1 stop26h 25m

£122

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Best time to book a flight to Athens

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Everything you need to know about your flight to Athens

When is the best time to book a flight to Athens?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from London to Athens. Price data was last updated on 14 March 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight to Athens, you should look to book at least 63 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

How long is the flight to Athens?

On average, a flight from London to Athens takes 4 hours 16 minutes. Flights to Athens from other popular cities in United Kingdom will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

When is the cheapest time to fly to Athens?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from London to Athens. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

Users looking for the lowest fares to Athens should consider flying on Friday evenings, when prices are typically cheapest. Budget-minded travellers will want to avoid Sunday afternoons, when prices are usually at their highest.

Weekly flight availability to Athens

The most flights from London to Athens are scheduled on a Thursday (24 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (7 on average).

What are the most popular airlines that fly to Athens?

The most popular airlines flying from London to Athens are Aegean Airlines, British Airways and Wizz Air.

Aegean Airlines

Aegean Airlines

From £86

British Airways

British Airways

From £156

Wizz Air

Wizz Air

From £64

Ryanair

Ryanair

From £73

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Athens?

The cheapest airlines flying from London to Athens are Wizz Air, easyJet and Wizz Air.

Rainfall in Athens by month

Plan your trip to Athens by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Athens ranges from 5.0 - 64.0 inches per month. December is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 64.0 mm. July is typically the driest time to visit Athens when rainfall is around 5.0 mm.

Temperature in Athens by month

Plan your trip to Athens by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Athens, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 28.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 10.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Athens

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Athens. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Athens. Reviews last updated 20 March 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Jet2, Aegean Airlines and KLM to Athens have to say. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Jet2
8.3
Very Good
160 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.8

Entertainment

6.3

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.3

Reviews

1 / 16
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

GVA - LBA

Good other than the 15-20 min walk to boarding gate from terminal.
Jet2
8.3
Very Good
160 reviews
Jet2
8.3
Very Good
160 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.8

Entertainment

6.3

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.3

Reviews

1 / 16
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

GVA - LBA

Good other than the 15-20 min walk to boarding gate from terminal.
Aegean Airlines
8.1
Very Good
726 reviews
Jet2
8.3
Very Good
160 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.8

Entertainment

6.3

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.3

Reviews

1 / 16
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

GVA - LBA

Good other than the 15-20 min walk to boarding gate from terminal.
KLM
7.8
Good
1,319 reviews
Jet2
8.3
Very Good
160 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.8

Entertainment

6.3

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.3

Reviews

1 / 16
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

GVA - LBA

Good other than the 15-20 min walk to boarding gate from terminal.
Norwegian
7.8
Good
219 reviews
Jet2
8.3
Very Good
160 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.8

Entertainment

6.3

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.3

Reviews

1 / 16
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

GVA - LBA

Good other than the 15-20 min walk to boarding gate from terminal.
LOT
7.6
Good
1,060 reviews
Jet2
8.3
Very Good
160 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.8

Entertainment

6.3

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.3

Reviews

1 / 16
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

GVA - LBA

Good other than the 15-20 min walk to boarding gate from terminal.

FAQs about flying to Athens

Athens airport overview

Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport, otherwise known as Athens International, is a two-terminal airport, gateway to a country rich with history and tourism options. It is located to the east of Athens’ city centre, the perfect destination for travellers who want to discover popular ancient Greek sites such as the Acropolis and Plaka, or for those using the city as a stop-off point before exploring the islands of Greece.

There’s plenty to do at Athens Airport, which offers a range of world-class shopping opportunities as well as a host of local souvenirs and mementos. The airport has won two awards for best airport in Southern Europe and is an important link between Europe and Asia.

Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport is a major hub for Greece’s national carrier Olympic Air as well as Aegean Airlines. With austerity measures being the catchphrase across Greece and much of Europe it’s good to know that there are many low-cost carriers and budget airlines that offer cheap flights to Athens International Airport, including Blue1, easyJet, Fly Hellas, Aer Lingus and IZair.

Athens International Airport is well-connected to central Athens by rail and road networks and is the perfect start to a fun holiday in Greece. This Greek airport has also been awarded two Green Building Awards for energy efficiency and awareness, so travellers wanting to reduce their carbon footprint can sleep easy knowing Athens International Airport is doing its bit.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Athens?

    Most people fly into Athens Eleftherios V. (ATH) if they book a flight to Athens. Eleftherios V. is conveniently located just 12.3 mi from Athens’s city center. On average, Athens Eleftherios V. has 13 flights from London per day from 18 airlines.

  • Can I find cheaper flights to Athens if I am willing to have stopovers?

    Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Athens on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • What is the best airline to fly to Athens?

    Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Wizz Air is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Athens.

  • What is the cheapest airport to fly to in Athens?

    Athens Eleftherios V. is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Athens. One-way flights to Athens Eleftherios V. typically cost £14, while return flights cost around £18.

  • How much is a return flight to Athens?

    A return flight to Athens will typically cost around £148, however they can be found for as little as £24.

  • Where does the fastest flight to Athens depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to Athens, London offers the quickest one-way flight (3 hours 25 minutes).

  • Does Athens Eleftherios V. have car hire?

    Yes. Those touching down at Athens Eleftherios V. can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

  • Are there hotels close to Athens Eleftherios V.?

    Yes. Athens Eleftherios V. has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Sofitel Athens Airport is the closest property to Athens Eleftherios V. (0.0 mi away from Athens Eleftherios V.).

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