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

• Earliest: departs at 05:15 and lands at 08:57
• Latest: departs at 22:15 and lands at 01:57.

The flight takes about 3h 42m.

Only Economy class is available on flights from London to Athens.

A direct flight from London to Athens takes 3h 42m, covering 3,872 km.

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.

Return flights from London to Athens range from $296 to $649, with an average of $445 over the past 12 months. Anything below $296 counts as a good deal.

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within 2 weeks of departure) run 8% above the route average of $445. Book 6 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

On this route, stopover flights are cheaper than direct options on average. Stopover fares average $212 return via Tirana Rinas (TIA), compared with $447 for direct.

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: 86% on time
• British Airways: 82% on time
• Jet2: 80% on time

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

There is no standard. Checked bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $33–$175 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% 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 $137, which is 49% below the typical average for this route.

Athens Eleftherios V. Airport (ATH) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around $4 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. Delays tend to pile up throughout the day as one late flight pushes the next, so earlier departures are usually more reliable.

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 1 hour 52 minutes.

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

Zurich (ZRH) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 15% on the London to Athens route. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at $438 return on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at $510, a difference of $72. 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 direct 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 of 6h 10m, compared to 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.

Among airlines operating London to Athens flights:

• easyJet: offers free seat selection
• Ryanair: offers free seat selection
• Aegean Airlines: offers extra legroom; 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:

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

Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route, and airline, so travellers should 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.