Flights London to Athens

How long is the London to Athens flight?

Average flight duration is 3 hours and 40 minutes, and this route is covered by direct flights. The distance covered is just shy of 1,500 miles.

Is there a time change from London to Athens?

Athens is two hours ahead of London.

How early should I arrive at the airport?

Arrive two hours before departure. Allow extra time during holidays and the peak season.

Most important things to pack in my suitcase to travel to Athens?

In the summer, pack a wide brim hat. In the winter and spring, a light rain jacket or umbrella are must-haves.

The route follows a flight path through northern France, the Alps, and then parallel to the Adriatic Sea. Airline names include:

• British Airways
• Lufthansa
• Swiss
• Ryanair
• Wizzair
• EasyJet
• Aegean
• Cobalt

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• April/May: this is the best time to go weatherwise, as daytime temperatures stay at a pleasant 20-25° C.
• October/November: daytime temperatures can drop below 20° C, but there's still plenty of sunshine to enjoy. November is also the cheapest time to go.
• July/August: the hottest time of the year, but perfect if you're interested in world-class events like the Epidaurus Festival.

Useful information about London Heathrow

How to get to the airport:

• Underground: Piccadilly Line / Average price: £;6 / Average journey time: 50 minutes.
• Train: Heathrow Express. Average price: £;27 / Average journey time: 15 minutes.
• Bus: London Bus numbers 105, 111, 140, 285, A10, U3, X26, N9, and coaches to Victoria station / Average price: £;1.50 to £;8 / Average journey time: 1h 30m.
• Taxi: Average price: £;40 / Average journey time: 40 minutes.

Free WiFi offered through the Heathrow Wi-Fi network. Most bars and restaurants are open 24/7, while other shops usually open from 6am to 10pm. Smoking is not allowed anywhere in the terminal building.

Useful information about London Gatwick

How to get to the airport:

• Train: Gatwick Express. Average price: £;27 / Average journey time: 30 minutes.
• Bus: EasyBus, Megabus, and National Express coaches to Victoria station / Average price: £;2 to £;8 / Average journey time: 1h 30m.
• Taxi: Average price: £;60 /Average journey time: 1h 15m.

Free WiFi offered for 90 minutes through Gatwick Free Wi-Fi. Most bars and restaurants are open 24/7, while other shops usually open from 4am to 9pm. Smoking is not allowed anywhere in the terminal building.

Useful information about London Luton

How to get to the airport:

• Train: Thameslink trains. Average price: £;15 / Average journey time: 40 minutes, plus 10 minutes for shuttle transfer from the airport to Luton railway station.
• Bus: National Express to Victoria and Paddington / Greenline (line 757) and Megabus to Victoria station / Average price: £;10 / Average journey time: 1h 30m.
• Taxi: Average price: £;50/ Average journey time: 1h 20m.

Free WiFi offered for 4 hours through Luton Airport Wi-Fi. Several restaurants open 24/7, while other shops usually open from 5am to 9pm. Smoking is not allowed anywhere in the terminal building.

Useful information about London Stansted

How to get to the airport:

• Train: Stansted Express. Average price: £;17 / Average journey time: 50 minutes.
• Bus: National Express to Victoria / Average price: £;8 / Average journey time: 1h 45m.
• Taxi: Average price: £;60/ Average journey time: 1h 30m.

Free WiFi offered for 4 hours through the stanstedairport platform. At least four eateries open 24/7, while other shops usually open from 4am to 10pm. Smoking is not allowed anywhere in the terminal building.

Useful information about Athens airport

Getting to the city centre from Athens airport:

• Underground: Line 3 / Average ticket price: €10 / Average journey time: 50 minutes.
• Bus: Athens Airport bus X95 / Average price: €6 / Average journey time: 1h 15m.
• Taxi: Average price: €40 / Average journey time: 30 minutes.

The airport serves international and domestic flights, so most restaurants are open 24/7. Banking, post office, and pharmacy services available between 8am and 6pm. There are two smoking rooms in the departures area. Free WiFi is available through ATH Free Wi-Fi.

• Visit the Acropolis and Plaka.
• Enjoy the panoramic views from Likavitos Hill.
• Bargain hunt at Monastiraki Flea Market.