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

• Earliest: departs at 06:05 and lands at 10:06
• Latest: departs at 23:55 and lands at 03:56.

The flight takes about 4h 01m.

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

• Economy class
• Business Class

A direct flight from Athens to London takes 4h 01m, 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.

Return flights from Athens to London range from £101 to £226, with an average of £155 over the past 12 months. Anything below £101 counts as a good deal.

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 26% above the £155 route average. Book 8 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

On this route, stopover flights are cheaper than direct options on average. Stopover fares average £84 return via Tirana Rinas (TIA), compared with £155 for direct.

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

• British Airways: 87% on time
• Aegean Airlines: 86% on time
• Sky Express: 83% on time

On average, flights on this route are punctual 79% of the time.

There is no standard. Checked bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge £14–£75 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 Athens to London flights, with 45% leaving in that window. Morning departures account for 37%, Evening flights for 18%, and Night flights for 0%.

One-way fares from Athens to London are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about £79, which is 40% below the typical average for this route.

Since London is served by multiple airports, car hire options and rates can vary depending on which one you fly into.
Near London Heathrow Airport (LHR) – daily rates from around £5:

• GREEN MOTION
• DRIVALIA
• Europcar
• Alamo
• Hertz

Near London Gatwick Airport (LGW) – daily rates from around £6:

• GREEN MOTION
• DRIVALIA
• U-Save
• Europcar
• Alamo

Near London City Airport (LCY) – daily rates from around £8:

• GREEN MOTION
• Budget
• Hertz
• Avis
• Sixt

Near London Stansted Airport (STN) – daily rates from around £7:

• GREEN MOTION
• DRIVALIA
• Europcar
• Alamo
• U-Save

Near London Luton Airport (LTN) – daily rates from around £8:

• GREEN MOTION
• DRIVALIA
• Alamo
• Europcar
• U-Save

Flights from Athens to London usually depart from Athens Eleftherios V. (ATH) and may arrive at 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).

Morning flights have the fewest delays on this route, while night 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 Athens to London route, 21% of flights were delayed in the past three months, with delays averaging 1h 48m.

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

• Zurich (ZRH) – 29% of one-stop connections
• Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) – 17% of one-stop connections
• Munich Franz Josef Strauss (MUC) – 10% of one-stop connections
• Belgrade Nikola Tesla (BEG) – 7% of one-stop connections

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 25% on flights from Athens to London. Friday is the cheapest departure day at £138 return on average, while Monday is the most expensive at £183, a difference of £45.

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

6 airlines operate flights between Athens and London. The airlines offering direct flights on this route include:

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

Flying via Munich Franz Josef Strauss (MUC) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 5h 44m, compared to 6h 06m via Zurich (ZRH) and 7h 13m via Istanbul (IST).

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

Some of the most popular sights in London are Hyde Park, Tower Bridge, and Royal Albert Hall. These are among the most viewed places in London on KAYAK.

Among airlines operating Athens to London flights:

• Aegean Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
• easyJet: offers free seat selection
• Ryanair: offers free seat selection
• British Airways: offers free seat selection
• Sky Express: 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

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

Yes, there are two hotels within the environs of London Stansted Airport: Hampton by Hilton London Stansted Airport is connected to the Main Terminal Building via covered walkway, as is Radisson Blu Hotel London Stansted Airport, so you need not worry about shuttle service or time spent commuting to your accommodations.

National Express operates two coach lines, the A1 to London Victoria Station and the A2 to London Paddington Station, while the Green Line 757 coach terminates at London Victoria Station. You can also take the pay shuttle to Luton Airport Parkway Rail Station for connections to Central London or take a taxi or car hire to complete your journey.

Moneycorp has currency exchange offices located throughout the airport, including in the International Arrivals lounge and the Baggage Reclaim Hall, for the convenience of passengers arriving on flights from Athens to London. There is also an International Currency Exchange (ICE) office in the Baggage Reclaim Hall, so you can choose which rates you prefer.

London Heathrow carries a who’s who of luxury brands and premium outlets. Visitors can browse Gucci and Bulgari as well as British stalwart Ted Baker and the world-famous Harrods or choose one of the world-class spirits from World of Whiskey. Otherwise, World Duty Free offers a fine selection of perfumes, cosmetics, tobacco and confectionery.

Lufthansa offers some of the most affordable flights from a major airlines and has flights to London Heathrow, London Gatwick (LGW), and London City Airport (LCY). These flights all have a single stopover at either Munich Airport (MUC) or Frankfurt Airport (FRA).

The baggage policy differs depending on the airline. If you're using a low-cost airline like Ryanair or Wizz Air, you'll have to pay for carry-on and checked bags. Major airlines like Lufthansa, British Airways, and Etihad include one carry-on bag and one checked bag in their prices. You can always pay for more baggage during the booking process.

Many stopover flights with Ryanair and Wizz Air are self-transfer. These are cheaper flights and are good if you don't have checked-in luggage. Collecting and checking in at each stop takes time and if you miss your connecting flight, you'll have to pay for new flights and accommodation. Make sure your stopover time accounts for delays.

Co2-reduced flights are now an option and a good way to help the planet while travelling. Aegean Airlines offers one of the best options with a single stopover at Frankfurt Airport (FRA) and a 64% reduction in emissions. Lufthansa also offers the same route that reduces emissions by 64%.