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These are the earliest and latest flight times available from London to Athens:

• Earliest: departs at 5:15 am and lands at 8:57 am
• Latest: departs at 10:15 pm and lands at 1:57 am.

The flight takes about 3h 42m.

Three cabin classes are available on flights from London to Athens:

• Economy Class
• Premium Economy Class
• Business Class

A nonstop flight from London to Athens takes 3h 42m, covering 1,495 miles.

Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

Round-trip flights from London to Athens range from $170 to $372, with an average of $255 over the past 12 months. Anything below $170 counts as a good deal.

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 8% above the $255 route average. Book 6 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $121 round-trip via Tirana Rinas (TIA), compared to $256 for nonstop.

Aegean Airlines is slightly above the route average for timely arrivals, while British Airways has a lower on-time arrival rate. On-time arrival rates on London to Athens flights are:

• Aegean Airlines: 85% on time
• British Airways: 83% on time
• Wizz Air: 80% on time

Overall, flights on this route are punctual 80% of the time on average.

There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $19–$100 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

Afternoon is the busiest departure period on London to Athens flights, with 42% of flights leaving in that window. Morning departures account for 34%, evening flights for 16%, and night flights for 8%.

One-way fares from London to Athens are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $76, which is 50% below the typical average for this route.

Athens Eleftherios V. Airport (ATH) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $2 for economy cars. Top options include:

• Centauro
• Record go
• Europcar
• SURPRICE CAR RENTAL
• Alamo

Flights from London to Athens may depart from several airports in London area, including London City (LCY), London Gatwick (LGW), London Heathrow (LHR), London Luton (LTN), London Southend (SEN) and London Stansted (STN). Flights usually arrive at Athens Eleftherios V. (ATH).

Night flights have the fewest delays on this route, while evening departures tend to have the most.

A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the London to Athens route, 20% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 1h 53m.

One-stop flights from London to Athens most commonly connect through:

• Zurich (ZRH) - 23% of one-stop connections
• Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) - 13% of one-stop connections
• Munich Franz Josef Strauss (MUC) - 12% of one-stop connections
• Warsaw Frederic Chopin (WAW) - 11% of one-stop connections

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 15% on flights from London to Athens. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at $251 round-trip on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at $292, a difference of $41.

KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

7 airlines operate flights between London and Athens. The airlines offering nonstop flights on this route include:

• British Airways
• Aegean Airlines
• easyJet
• Ryanair
• Sky Express
• Wizz Air

Flying via Munich Franz Josef Strauss (MUC) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 6h 10m, compared with 6h 16m via Frankfurt am Main (FRA) and 6h 43m via Zurich (ZRH).

Athens is 2 hours ahead of London (Eastern European Time vs British Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Some of the most popular sights in Athens are Acropolis, Syntagma Square and Parthenon. These are among the most viewed places in Athens on KAYAK.

Among airlines operating London to Athens flights:

• Aegean Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
• easyJet: offers free seat selection
• Ryanair: offers free seat selection
• Sky Express: offers free seat selection
• Wizz Air: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection

Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

• Aegean Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
• easyJet: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
• Ryanair: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class

Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

To transfer into the city from the Athens Airport you can take Metro Line 3 which departs from the airport every half an hour, the journey will take about 40 minutes. If you are looking for the cheapest option, take a train from the Airport station to Athens Central Railway Station. There are of course taxis available outside of the airport for those who wish to avoid public transport.

Yes, you can access free Wi-Fi at the Athens International Airport but in 45-minute blocks, after reaching the limit of 45 minutes it is necessary to log in again. Those who are bothered by the interruptions in the internet connections have the option of purchasing Premium Wi-Fi.

There is a 5-star hotel located a few steps from the Main Terminal building called Sofitel Airport Hotel. You will also find some other accommodation options near the airport, such as Peri’s Hotel or Holiday Inn Athens Airport with free shuttle service.

When having the option of choosing the origin airport take into consideration your location. Heathrow Airport is much closer to central London so getting there will be quicker and less expensive than getting to Stansted Airport. On the other hand, Stansted Airport is mostly served by low-cost airlines so you are able to save more on the flight from London to Athens and if you are transferring from the eastern side of London then picking Stansted Airport might be more beneficial.