Journey information
Overview: Birmingham to Athens flight
Flights from Birmingham to Athens depart on average 50 times per day, taking around 4h 28m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at £65 if you book in advance.
The earliest flight runs at 00:05, the last at 22:55. The fastest flight covers the 2550 km distance in 3h 50m. November is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 2550 km |
Average flight duration 4h 28m |
Cheapest ticket price £65 |
Flights per day 50 |
Fastest flight 3h 50m |
Cheapest month to travel November |
First flight 00:05 |
Last flight 22:55 |
The cheapest and fastest flights from Birmingham to Athens
Cheapest price
£38
Average price
£38
Fastest journey
3 h 50 m
Average duration
3 h 50 m
Flights per day
1
Distance
2550 km
The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from Birmingham to Athens is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Birmingham to Athens will cost around £38 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap flight tickets today for only £38.
Of the 1 flights that leave Birmingham for Athens every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct flights cover the 2550 km distance in an average of 3 h 50 m but if you time it right, some flights will get you there in just 3 h 50 m .
The slowest flights will take 3 h 50 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.


Live departures
Birmingham to Athens flight times
The table below shows live departures for Birmingham to Athens flights for today, Wednesday 17 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 16:50 Birmingham | 15h55 | 08:45 Athens | 0 changesdirect | |
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Flights from Birmingham to Athens
There are several options when it comes to airline operators and departure times from Birmingham to Athens. Flights departing from Birmingham International Airport to arrive at Athens International Airport commence in the early morning, with the quickest journey times averaging 5h30m.
Which airlines fly from Birmingham to Athens
Travellers have plenty of choice in the range of available flights to Athens from Birmingham, with several popular airline operators providing a regular schedule of journeys. The bulk of these daily services is operated by Lufthansa, while other journeys are handled by Turkish Airlines, Vueling, KLM, SWISS and FlyBE.
How long is the flight from Birmingham to Athens?
Travellers planning to fly from Birmingham to the Greek capital should bear in mind that journey times can vary considerably depending on the choice of airline and the time of day of departure. All flights from Birmingham International Airport to Athens also require at least a single stop and change, which factors further into the overall journey time. The quickest time available for this route is about 5h30m, although other services can take up to twice as long as this.
How many flights are there from Birmingham to Athens?
Each day, there are approximately twenty flights from Birmingham to Athens. Outward journeys commence from early morning and continue on throughout the day, with a frequency of one flight every hour during peak times.
FAQs: Birmingham to Athens flights
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Birmingham to Athens by flight. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest flight, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Athens, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Flights from Birmingham to Athens generally leave from Birmingham International Airport and arrive in Athens International Airport.
Birmingham International Airport is 25.8 km away from Birmingham city centre and Athens International Airport is 33.3 km from Athens city centre.
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Important Stations and Airports in Birmingham and Athens
- Free Wi-Fi for up to 4 hours.
- Shops located in terminals, includes WHSmith and World Duty Free.
- Short and long-term parking available, approximately 5.4€ (£4.50) per hour.
- Available outside the terminal.
- Ramps, assistance.
- Available throughout the airport.
- Yes
- Aspire Lounge available for a fee.
- Located in the terminal, contact information Located on the airport website.
- Bus: X1, X12, 97A
- Train: Birmingham International Station
- Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport for 45 minutes.
- Shops are available in the main terminal, including duty-free shops and brands like Hellenic Duty Free and Korres.
- Parking available with options including short-term and long-term parking. Short-term parking located at P1 and P2, approximately 3.8€ per hour.
- Available outside the terminal.
- Elevators, ramps.
- Available throughout the airport.
- Yes
- Lounges available, including the Aegean Business Lounge and Skyserv Lounge, offering amenities like food, drinks, and showers.
- Located at the arrivals level, near Exit 3.
- Bus: X93, X95, X96, X97
- Metro: Line 3
- Suburban Railway: Proastiakos
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