Cheap flights from London to Athens from £45

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 26/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LON — ATH
26 Aug — 2 Sep1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from London to Athens Eleftherios V. are usually found in January or March, booked 63 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Tuesday and return on a Thursday

Cheap flight deals from London to Athens

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from London (LON) to Athens (ATH). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 21 August 2025.

Round-trip from

£88

One-way from

£45

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

January

Average price

£215

Good round-trip deal

£88 or less

Good one-way deal

£40 or less
Ryanair
  • Ryanair
  • 1/10-6/10
  • Nonstop
  • 7h 25m total
  • London to Athens
Ryanair
  • Ryanair
  • 26/8
  • Nonstop
  • 3h 35m total
  • London to Athens
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 25% potential increase in price (£37 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 5% potential price decrease (£5 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in August 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from London (LON) to Athens Eleftherios V..
Price to beat on a one-way flight from London (LON) to Athens Eleftherios V..

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Cheapest flights from London to Athens
Explore the most affordable flight options available from London to Athens. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 21 August 2025.

Wed 1/1014:40STN - ATH
Nonstop3h 35mRyanair
Wed 8/1020:40ATH - STN
Nonstop3h 50mRyanair
Deal found 20/8£88
Sat 4/1007:10LTN - ATH
Nonstop4h 00mWizz Air
Sat 11/1014:00ATH - LTN
Nonstop4h 05mWizz Air
Deal found 20/8£88
Sat 4/1007:10LGW - ATH
Nonstop3h 50mMultiple Airlines
Fri 10/1000:45ATH - LGW
Nonstop4h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 20/8£88
Fri 3/1015:20STN - ATH
Nonstop3h 35mRyanair
Fri 17/1021:20ATH - STN
Nonstop3h 50mRyanair
Deal found 19/8£89
Sun 19/1015:40LTN - ATH
Nonstop3h 35mRyanair
Fri 24/1014:20ATH - LTN
Nonstop3h 55mRyanair
Deal found 19/8£89
Tue 16/907:10LGW - ATH
Nonstop3h 50mMultiple Airlines
Tue 23/923:05ATH - LGW
1 stop11h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 19/8£89
Fri 3/1015:10LTN - ATH
1 stop16h 30mMultiple Airlines
Wed 8/1010:05ATH - LTN
1 stop11h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 19/8£90
Mon 22/907:25LGW - ATH
Nonstop3h 50mMultiple Airlines
Fri 3/1000:45ATH - LGW
Nonstop4h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 20/8£90
Wed 8/1014:40STN - ATH
Nonstop3h 35mRyanair
Tue 28/1006:10ATH - STN
Nonstop3h 55mRyanair
Deal found 19/8£91
Fri 3/1008:10LTN - ATH
Nonstop3h 45mRyanair
Sun 19/1021:40ATH - LTN
Nonstop3h 45mRyanair
Deal found 20/8£91
Mon 29/907:25LGW - ATH
Nonstop3h 50mMultiple Airlines
Fri 3/1000:45ATH - LGW
Nonstop4h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 19/8£91
Sun 5/1014:10STN - ATH
Nonstop3h 35mRyanair
Tue 28/1006:10ATH - STN
Nonstop3h 55mRyanair
Deal found 19/8£91

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Customise your flight search to find flights from London to Athens that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 858,174 searches. Data last updated 21 August 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from London to Athens that are best for you.

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LondonAthens

STN - ATH

STNATH

London Stansted

Wed 1/10

14:40-20:15

Nonstop3h 35m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Mon 6/10

23:00-00:50

Nonstop3h 50m

£88

LondonAthens

LTN - ATH

LTNATH

London Luton

Wed 1/10

06:05-14:35

1 stop6h 30m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Wed 8/10

10:05-19:25

1 stop11h 20m

£88

LondonAthens

LTN - ATH

LTNATH

London Luton

Sat 4/10

07:10-13:10

Nonstop4h 00m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Sat 11/10

14:00-16:05

Nonstop4h 05m

£88

LondonAthens

LTN - ATH

LTNATH

London Luton

Fri 31/10

19:45-09:15

1 stop11h 30m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Wed 5/11

12:40-07:35

2 stops20h 55m

£88

LondonAthens

LTN - ATH

LTNATH

London Luton

Mon 27/10

14:30-20:15

Nonstop3h 45m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Fri 31/10

22:55-01:00

Nonstop4h 05m

£88

LondonAthens

LTN - ATH

LTNATH

London Luton

Sat 11/10

07:10-13:10

Nonstop4h 00m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Wed 15/10

15:10-17:05

Nonstop3h 55m

£88

LondonAthens

LTN - ATH

LTNATH

London Luton

Tue 21/10

07:10-13:10

Nonstop4h 00m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Tue 4/11

15:55-22:45

1 stop8h 50m

£88

LondonAthens

LGW - ATH

LGWATH

London Gatwick

Wed 19/11

09:40-20:55

1 stop9h 15m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Wed 3/12

22:55-00:55

Nonstop4h 00m

£88

LondonAthens

STN - ATH

STNATH

London Stansted

Sat 11/10

06:45-12:20

Nonstop3h 35m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Fri 17/10

21:20-23:10

Nonstop3h 50m

£89

LondonAthens

STN - ATH

STNATH

London Stansted

Wed 21/1

15:35-21:30

Nonstop3h 55m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Sun 25/1

15:50-17:45

Nonstop3h 55m

£89

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Best time to book a flight from London to Athens

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Everything you need to know about your flight from London to Athens

How far ahead should I book a flight from London to Athens?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from London to Athens. Price data was last updated on 8 August 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from London to Athens, you should look to book at least 63 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from London to Athens?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London to Athens (average of £101). Flying from London to Athens in August is currently the most expensive (average of £333). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from LON to ATH?

Find hourly flight availability from London to Athens. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 21 August 2025.

Unlike in the evening, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 30% on flights from London to Athens by exploring options for tickets at midday.

What is the cheapest day to fly from London to Athens?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from London to Athens. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their London to Athens flight should consider departing on Tuesday at midday when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from London to Athens

Explore weekly flight availability from London to Athens. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated 21 August 2025.

The most flights from LON to ATH are scheduled on a Wednesday (29 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (4 on average).

How much does it cost for a return flight from London to Athens?

What’s the top stopover airport for flights from London to Athens?

Share of one-stop return flights from London to Athens chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same stopover each way.

Zurich (ZRH) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 17% of one-stop itineraries from London to Athens on Cheapflights.

What’s the cheapest stopover airport for flights from London to Athens?

Average return fare for one-stop flights from London to Athens, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same stopover each way.

Budapest (BUD) is the most affordable one-stop option, with an average return flight price of £109.

What’s the fastest stopover option from London to Athens?

Shortest average travel time for one-stop one-way flights from London to Athens, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via Munich (MUC) have the shortest average one-way travel time for one-stop routes: 4h 55m.

Which airport typically offers the quickest stopover for flights from London to Athens?

Average stopover duration for one-stop one-way flights from London to Athens, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via Munich (MUC) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average stopover time of 0h 40m.

Reviews of airlines servicing Athens

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Athens. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Athens. Reviews last updated 21 August 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from London to Athens, such as Aegean Airlines, easyJet, andRyanair. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Food

7.4

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2024

SKG - FRA

I am very proud of them. Everything was very nice everything thank you

Food

7.4

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2024

SKG - FRA

I am very proud of them. Everything was very nice everything thank you

Food

7.4

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2024

SKG - FRA

I am very proud of them. Everything was very nice everything thank you

Food

7.4

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2024

SKG - FRA

I am very proud of them. Everything was very nice everything thank you

Food

7.4

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2024

SKG - FRA

I am very proud of them. Everything was very nice everything thank you

Food

7.4

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2024

SKG - FRA

I am very proud of them. Everything was very nice everything thank you

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Athens from London?

    If you book a flight to Athens from London, you will be flying to Eleftherios V., which is the city’s only airport. Athens Eleftherios V. (ATH) is located 12.3 mi from the center of Athens. There are 16 flights from London to Eleftherios V. per day from 19 different airlines.

  • How long is the flight from London to Athens?

    Airlines like Ryanair, Wizz Air, and British Airways fly from London to Athens in about 3h 35m. The time it takes to get you to your destination is usually consistent. The distance between London and Athens is about 1495 mi. Most flights are nonstop.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from London to Athens round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from London to Athens is Wizz Air. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as £24 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Ryanair and Wizz Air, starting at £32 and £46 round-trip. Wizz Air is 83% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from London to Athens one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for Ryanair. According to our data, you can fly for as low as £45. Users have also found prices from £45 and £45 on Jet2 and easyJet, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from London to Athens?

  • What are the most reliable airlines from London to Athens?

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from London to Athens are Air Canada (75%), Aegean Airlines (73%) and LATAM Airlines (71%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from London to Athens?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from London to Athens? While on average our users pay £553, our data indicates the cheapest price to be £83. The most popular route (London Heathrow - Athens Eleftherios V.), is priced around £127.

  • Can I find deals for flights from London to Athens that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on London to Athens flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from London to Athens?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from London to Athens.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from London to Athens?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from London to Athens by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from London to Athens?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London to Athens (average of £101). Flying from London to Athens in August is currently the most expensive (average of £333). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

  • What are the most eco-friendly airlines from London to Athens?

    Ryanair and Wizz Air UK are among Europe’s leading eco-friendly airlines that operate flights to Athens from London. Ryanair contributes to sustainable travel through investment in modern planes and engine technology. Moreover, the company allows travellers to reduce their carbon footprint by contributing voluntarily to their sustainable travel programs. Wizz Air prioritises the reduction of carbon emissions by flying more direct planes to Athens from London. The company also operates a young fleet which consumes less fuel when compared to older planes. This low-cost air carrier purchases new aircraft after ten or twelve years. Wizz Air partners with other aviation companies to promote a carbon offsetting program. Additionally, the company allows air passengers to pay extra dollars to fund green projects.

  • How to fly more sustainably from London to Athens?

    As airlines continue to find more ways to reduce carbon emissions, air passengers have also realised the need for sustainable travel. One way to reduce your carbon footprint, if you already have plans to travel to Athens from London, is to pack light. An aeroplane that flies lighter spends less fuel than those which carry extra weight. You can also journey more sustainably from London to Athens by selecting a more efficient airline. The latest aircraft models are more fuel-efficient than older models. Each latest version of the aeroplane lowers fuel consumption by about 15%. Additionally, you can help reduce carbon emissions when you fly from London to Athens by taking a more direct flight. Reliable research indicates that flights consume almost 25% of their total fuel and also produce the most harmful greenhouse gases during takeoff.

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Top 10 airlines flying from London to Athens

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Wizz AirCheapest£24Average£85FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
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RyanairCheapest£32Average£140FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Wizz AirCheapest£46Average£162FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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easyJetCheapest£51Average£176FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time86%
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Aegean AirlinesCheapest£53Average£183FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time87%
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Pegasus AirlinesCheapest£56Average£237FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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Sky ExpressCheapest£57Average£187FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Air SerbiaCheapest£80Average£173FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Jet2Cheapest£97Average£245FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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LOTCheapest£110Average£221FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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