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Cheap flights from the United Kingdom to Athens

LHR — ATH
16 Apr — 23 Apr1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Find flight deals from United Kingdom to Athens

Keep the following information in mind while searching for United Kingdom to Athens flight deals. Data was last updated 17 March 2026.

Round-trip from

£72

One-way from

£42

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

January

Average price

£145

Good round-trip deal

£91 or less

Good one-way deal

£48 or less
Ryanair
  • Ryanair
  • 9/5-14/5
  • Nonstop
  • 7h 35m total
  • United Kingdom to Athens
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Ryanair
  • Ryanair
  • 26/4
  • 1 total stop
  • 24h 30m total
  • United Kingdom to Athens
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 21% potential increase in price (£32 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease (£5 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in March 2026
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Price to beat on a round-trip flight from United Kingdom to Athens Eleftherios V..
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Price to beat on a one-way flight from United Kingdom to Athens Eleftherios V..
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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from the United Kingdom to Athens

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

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from United Kingdom to Athens (average of £29). Flying from United Kingdom to Athens in July is currently the most expensive (average of £86). 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 GB to ATH?

Find hourly flight availability from United Kingdom 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 17 March 2026.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from United Kingdom to Athens at midday. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 27% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the morning.

What is the cheapest day to fly from United Kingdom to Athens?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from United Kingdom to Athens. Price data was last updated on 14 March 2026.

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

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 17 March 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from the United Kingdom to Athens, such as Aegean Airlines,Ryanair, andeasyJet. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Aegean Airlines
8.1
Very Good
857 reviews
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Entertainment

6.9

Boarding

7.8

Food

7.4

Overall

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

mandy,Dec 2025

ATH - RIX

You get what you pay for! No food or entertainment but seats were comfortable
Aegean Airlines
8.1
Very Good
857 reviews
Aegean Airlines
8.1
Very Good
857 reviews
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Entertainment

6.9

Boarding

7.8

Food

7.4

Overall

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

mandy,Dec 2025

ATH - RIX

You get what you pay for! No food or entertainment but seats were comfortable
Ryanair
6.9
Okay
5,296 reviews
Aegean Airlines
8.1
Very Good
857 reviews
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Entertainment

6.9

Boarding

7.8

Food

7.4

Overall

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

mandy,Dec 2025

ATH - RIX

You get what you pay for! No food or entertainment but seats were comfortable
easyJet
6.9
Okay
1,887 reviews
Aegean Airlines
8.1
Very Good
857 reviews
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Entertainment

6.9

Boarding

7.8

Food

7.4

Overall

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

mandy,Dec 2025

ATH - RIX

You get what you pay for! No food or entertainment but seats were comfortable
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,799 reviews
Aegean Airlines
8.1
Very Good
857 reviews
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Entertainment

6.9

Boarding

7.8

Food

7.4

Overall

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

mandy,Dec 2025

ATH - RIX

You get what you pay for! No food or entertainment but seats were comfortable
Wizz Air
6.2
Okay
164 reviews
Aegean Airlines
8.1
Very Good
857 reviews
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Entertainment

6.9

Boarding

7.8

Food

7.4

Overall

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

mandy,Dec 2025

ATH - RIX

You get what you pay for! No food or entertainment but seats were comfortable

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from United Kingdom to Athens. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

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

    Most people fly into Athens Eleftherios V. (ATH) if they book a flight to Athens from United Kingdom. Eleftherios V. is conveniently located just 12.3 mi from Athens’s city center.

  • How long is the flight from United Kingdom to Athens?

    Ryanair, Wizz Air, and easyJet can get you from United Kingdom to Athens in just under 3h 40m. Your travel time will be generally consistent. The distance between United Kingdom and Athens is about 1517 mi. Most flights are nonstop.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Ryanair, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at £25. Jet2 flights start at £26 while deals on Wizz Air start at £27 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from United Kingdom to Athens?

    The most popular route from United Kingdom to Athens is London Heathrow - Athens Eleftherios V.. You may also consider London Gatwick - Athens Eleftherios V. or London Stansted - Athens Eleftherios V..

  • What are the most reliable airlines from United Kingdom to Athens?

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from United Kingdom to Athens consider choosing Air Canada (96%), Singapore Airlines (95%) or Aegean Airlines (94%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from United Kingdom to Athens?

    While on average a flight from United Kingdom to Athens is generally £516, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is £86. When looking at the most popular route, (London Heathrow - Athens Eleftherios V.), you can expect to pay £131 for that flight.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from United Kingdom to Athens?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from United Kingdom 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 United Kingdom to Athens?

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from United Kingdom to Athens (average of £29). Flying from United Kingdom to Athens in July is currently the most expensive (average of £86). 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.

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Top 10 airlines flying from United Kingdom to Athens

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from United Kingdom to Athens. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 858,174 searches. Data last updated 17 March 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
RyanairCheapest£29Average£163FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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easyJetCheapest£36Average£200FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time86%
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Wizz AirCheapest£42Average£144FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Aegean AirlinesCheapest£50Average£231FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time87%
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Air SerbiaCheapest£67Average£118FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Sky ExpressCheapest£82Average£219FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Jet2Cheapest£85Average£265FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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KLMCheapest£93Average£279FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Scandinavian AirlinesCheapest£97Average£222FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Air FranceCheapest£106Average£251FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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