Price observed over the last 3 months for a round trip.
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The cheapest flights right now
London – Athens
Outbound – Sep 6, 2026
direct
3h 40m Return – Sep 15, 2026
direct
3h 50m $182
2 days ago
London – Athens
Outbound – Sep 6, 2026
direct
3h 40m Return – Sep 15, 2026
direct
3h 55m $181
2 days ago
London – Athens
Outbound – Sep 6, 2026
direct
3h 40m Return – Sep 15, 2026
direct
3h 50m $178
3 days ago
London – Athens
Outbound – Sep 6, 2026
direct
3h 35m Return – Sep 15, 2026
direct
3h 50m $186
2 days ago
* Prices are in USD per passenger, including taxes, for a round trip. Prices are based on searches carried out within the last 72 hours. Please note that availability and ticket prices are subject to change and should not be considered as the final price quoted.
Cheapest flight tickets
$74
Average price of a round trip
$247
Average flight ticket price recorded over the last 3 months for a round trip.
Flight duration
3h38
A flight from London to Athens takes on average 3h38.
Best time
April
According to user searches, the ideal month to go to Athens is April.
Tips for finding a cheap flight from London to Athens
Check out our tips for booking your flight to Athens (Greece) from London (United Kingdom) at the cheapest possible price.
Usually, the cheapest month to pick up a ticket on this route is February, with an average flight ticket price of $54 (calculation over the last two years). The most touristic season corresponds to the months of August, August and May.
For the cheapest flights, it is advisable to buy your ticket at least 6 days before the departure date.
The airline offering the cheapest flight tickets is Ryanair. A ticket from the airline Ryanair to Athens costs on average $88.
The airlines that offer the most flights are Ryanair, Easyjet and Ryanair.
info departure city :
London, United Kingdom
airports :
London City Airport (LCY)
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
London Luton Airport (LTN)
London-Stansted Airport (STN)
local time :
London is a city in the country United Kingdom, the time zone is [[timezone]]. In London, it is currently {fromLocalTime}, the temperature is on average 20°C, with a minimum of 15°C and a maximum of 26°C.
The city of London (LON) has 5 airport(s): London City, London Gatwick, London Heathrow, London Luton and London-Stansted
destination info :
Athens, Greece
airport :
Athens-Elefthérios Venizélos International Airport (ATH)
local time :
Athens is in the country Greece, the time zone is [[timezone]]. In Athens, it is currently {toLocalTime}, the temperature is on average 30°C, with a minimum of 25°C and a maximum of 34°C.
The city of Athens has 1 airport(s): Athens-Elefthérios Venizélos
Useful info about Athens
What is the least touristic period to go to Athens?
If you want to visit Athens during the least touristic period, choose the month of April.
What is the most popular time to travel to Athens?
In Athens, the most popular month is August. It is during this period that the prices offered by airlines are also the highest.
When should I book my flight from London to Athens?
According to our data, it is recommended to book your flight 6 days before your departure. If you book your flight ticket 1 weeks before your departure, you may find a price below average. The cheapest day to book a flight from London to Athens is Wednesday.
What are the arrival and destination airports when traveling between London and Athens?
When you leave, you can leave from London Gatwick, London Heathrow, London Luton or London-Stansted, and you will arrive at Athens-Elefthérios Venizélos.
How to reach London airport from the city centre?
The airport London City is located 16 km, London Gatwick is located 38 km, London Heathrow is located 35 km, London Luton is located 45 km or London-Stansted is located 49 km from the city centre. You can access it by using public transportation, taking a taxi, or renting a car.
Are there other means of transportation to go from London to Athens?
Airplane is the only means of transportation listed on Liligo for this journey.
Are there big differences in weather between London and Athens?
In summer, the average temperature is 27°C in Athens and 18°C in London. The average rainfall in summer is 12 mm in Athens and 64 mm in London. In summer, it is warmer in Athens and it rains less in Athens. In winter, it is colder in Athens and it rains more in London.