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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Athens International Airport to London? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from £44. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

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

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Athens to London: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found£18
Cheapest month to flyMay
Average flight time4 hrs, 1 min
Most popular airlineAmerican Airlines
Average flights per week217

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

There are 6 airports in London: London City, London Heathrow, London Gatwick, London Luton, London Stansted, and London Southend.
The best price we found for a return flight from Athens International to London is £44. 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 is the average flight time from Athens International to London.
American Airlines, British Airways and Aegean Airlines fly direct from Athens International to London.
As of April 2026, there are 217 flights per week flying from Athens International to London.
The cheapest month to fly from Athens International to London is usually May.
If you're flying from Athens International Airport, the cheapest airport near London is London Luton – which is 27.7 miles away from the centre of London. We've found flights into this airport from £44.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Athens International Airport to London on Wednesday, 20 May 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 4 hours.
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 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.
In April, the average temperature is usually around 9°C. August is typically the warmest month in London, when it usually averages around 22°C. You can expect the least rain in March. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging 1°C. The rainiest month is October.
Currently, Wizz Air UK offers the cheapest flight tickets to London.

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

  • Expect to be travelling for 3 hours 40 minutes. That's the average journey time for a direct flight from Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to London.

  • Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport is located in Athens. Based in the UTC+0 timezone, London is two hours behind Athens.

  • Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR) is the most popular route, with 59 weekly departures to pick from. If you prefer starting your day later, the last flight from ATH to LHR is with British Airways at 20:50. Opt for the first departure with British Airways at 05:25 if you want to get on your way earlier.

  • To avoid missing your ATH to London flight, allow plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.

  • You'll likely experience bigger queues during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.

  • Book a direct Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to London ticket and reach your destination sooner. ATH has nonstop flights to these London airports:

    • London Heathrow Airport (LHR)

    • London Gatwick Airport (LGW)

    • London Stansted Airport (STN)

  • These are some of the popular carriers offering direct flights from Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to London:

  • We make it easy to book plane tickets from ATH to London with a stopover. To see all your options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Top stopovers include:

    • Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)

    • Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)

    • Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport (FCO)

  • ATH is about 19 kms (12 miles) from central Athens. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're using public transport, expect the travel time to be around 40 minutes.

  • Want a leisurely start to your journey? Stay near ATH. Whether you're catching an early flight from Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to London or don't want departure day to feel hectic, these hotels put convenience first:

  • When it comes to Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport's on-time performance, 76% of flights complete their journey on time.

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

  • £18 is currently the best price for a one-way Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to London flight. Return plane tickets start from £44. These prices may change depending on availability and demand.

  • To pick up cheap flights from ATH to London, book your journey seven months ahead of your departure date.

  • Organise your trip for December. That's the best month for landing an awesome deal on Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to London tickets. If you have flexibility with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to access the lowest price across every month.

  • There's no need to check back constantly to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll update you the moment there's an updated deal for cheap flights from ATH to London.

  • Tailor your trip with filters. Pick your arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to London.

Airports in London

London Heathrow Airport (LHR)

  • The distance from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to central London is roughly 24 kms (15 miles). It takes about 45 minutes to reach the centre driving.

  • Getting there by public transport takes around 25 minutes.

  • If you're arriving on a late flight from Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to London, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these accommodation options near LHR:

  • Booking your vehicle from London Heathrow Airport about one week in advance of your flight from ATH to London can help you get the best possible rate.

London Gatwick Airport (LGW)

  • London Gatwick Airport (LGW) is around 48 kms (30 miles) from the centre of London. After your flight from Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to London, it'll take you around 1 hour 5 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a ride-share or taxi.

  • You can expect the journey to take roughly 1 hour 20 minutes on public transport.

  • There are some great places to rest your head close to LGW. Settle in and get cosy after your ATH to London flight at one of these well-located options:

  • Get the pick of the lot. Reserving your ride from LGW three weeks ahead of time often means more savings and a wider range of vehicles.

London Stansted Airport (STN)

  • Make your way to the city centre after your flight from Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to London has touched down. Central London is around 56 kms (35 miles) from London Stansted Airport (STN) and takes roughly 1 hour 5 minutes to reach by car.

  • If you use public transport, the journey will take you around 45 minutes.

  • Enjoy a more relaxed start to your trip by checking in to a hotel near STN after your ATH to London flight. Unwind after a day of travel or simply give yourself time to find your footing in a new city at:

  • Around four weeks ahead of your flight from Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to London is the ideal time to book your vehicle from STN. You're likely to snag a better deal or score some early bird savings.

Best time to go to London

  • July is the most popular month for flights from Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to London. To avoid the crowds, visit London in January.

  • Lock in a Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to London plane ticket with a departure in July to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 11ºC to 26ºC.

  • January has average temperatures of between 0ºC and 9ºC. Search for a cheap ticket from ATH to London around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.

More about London

  • Once you've booked your flight from Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to London, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these options your base for exploring London:

  • Westminster Abbey and The British Museum are just the start of the major attractions to add to your London itinerary. Keep the momentum going by heading to Big Ben.

Explore more of the United Kingdom

  • You've done London, now it's time to discover more of the United Kingdom. Journey about 257 kms (160 miles) northwest to Manchester to tick off its leading attractions. From Manchester United Museum & Stadium Tour to The Homes of Football and Museum of Science and Industry, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.

  • Around 161 kms (100 miles) northwest of London, Birmingham is another favourite stop in the United Kingdom. Experience major highlights starting with Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery, Birmingham Hippodrome Theatre and Bournville Experience.

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