Cheap Flights from Athens International (ATH) to London Heathrow (LHR)

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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Athens International Airport to London Heathrow Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from £113. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Athens International to London Heathrow

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Athens International to London Heathrow flights are currently cheapest in May.

Direct flights from Athens International to London Heathrow

Athens to London: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found£50
Cheapest month to flyMay
Average flight time4 hrs, 5 mins
Most popular airlineAmerican Airlines
Average flights per week145

Finding cheap flights from Athens International to London Heathrow: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Athens International to London Heathrow is £113. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
4 hours and 5 minutes is the average flight time from Athens International to London Heathrow.
American Airlines, British Airways and Aegean Airlines fly direct from Athens International to London Heathrow.
As of April 2026, there are 148 flights per week flying from Athens International to London Heathrow.
The cheapest month to fly from Athens International to London Heathrow is usually May.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Athens International Airport to London Heathrow Airport on Friday, 8 May 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 4 hours and 5 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to London Heathrow but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to London is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Aegean Airlines offers the cheapest flight tickets to London Heathrow.

Flying from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR): what you need to know

  • Around 3 hours 55 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to London Heathrow Airport.

  • The timezone in London is UTC+0, which is two hours behind Athens.

  • Each week, there are 66 Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to London Heathrow Airport flights. If you prefer to get going as soon as possible, pick the 07:25 British Airways flight. If you'd rather make the most of your day before flying, the last flight is at 20:50 with British Airways.

  • Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your ATH to LHR flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.

  • Travelling during a peak month such as July? Public holidays and other popular seasons can result in longer lines at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.

  • Aegean Airlines is your gateway to exploring London (and perhaps some other exciting corners of United Kingdom!). Check out the direct flights from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to London Heathrow Airport offered by this carrier.

  • The airline that tops the list for bookings on this route is Aegean Airlines.

  • The most punctual carrier that offers ATH to LHR flights is British Airways. Its services land as scheduled 72.17% of the time.

  • We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to London Heathrow Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Top stopovers between ATH and LHR include:

    • Ioannis Kapodistrias Airport

    • Guglielmo Marconi Airport

    • Zurich Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)

  • £50 is the lowest price for a one-way Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to London Heathrow Airport flight. A return flight starts at £113. These prices may change based on availability and demand.

  • Score cheap tickets from ATH to LHR by booking one month ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.

  • December is the cheapest month for flights from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to London Heathrow Airport. If you're looking to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares for every month.

  • Spend less time searching for cheap flights from ATH to LHR by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when fares go down.

  • Discover the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to London Heathrow Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by airline, arrival and departure times, and journey duration.

Handy information about Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)

  • Of the flights that depart from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport, 77.19% land on time at their destination.

  • Central Athens to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport is approximately 25 miles. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 35 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.

  • The trip when using public transport takes roughly 1 hour.

  • Need a handy hotel near ATH? If you're catching an early flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to London Heathrow Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your check-in counter:

Arriving at London Heathrow Airport (LHR)

Getting from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to central London

  • From London Heathrow Airport, London is approximately 19 miles away. It takes around 55 minutes to drive to the centre.

  • It takes roughly 1 hour to get there using public transport.

When to fly to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)

  • It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to London Heathrow Airport. July is the most popular month to head to London. If you're after a quieter vibe, go in February.

  • When reserving your flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to London Heathrow Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in London, with the temperature ranging from 11ºC (52ºF) to 26ºC (79ºF).

  • January has average temperatures of between 0ºC (32ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF). Look for cheap tickets from ATH to LHR sometime around then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.

Explore more of United Kingdom

  • Birmingham is just one of the many places in United Kingdom waiting to be discovered once you've seen London. Around 100 miles away to the north-west, its top attractions include Cadbury World, The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre.

  • Bristol is another essential stop in United Kingdom and is around 110 miles west of London. No journey is complete without visiting Clifton Suspension Bridge, Cabot Tower and Brandon Hill Nature Park.

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