Journey information
Overview: London Heathrow Airport to Athens flight
Flights from London Heathrow Airport to Athens depart on average 95 times per day, taking around 4h 12m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at £57 if you book in advance.
There are 8 flights per day. The earliest flight runs at 08:10, the last at 21:15. The fastest flight covers the 2409 km distance in 3h 35m. October is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 2409 km |
Average flight duration 4h 12m |
Cheapest ticket price £57 |
Flights per day 95 |
Direct flights 8 |
Fastest flight 3h 35m |
Cheapest month to travel October |
First flight 08:10 |
Last flight 21:15 |
The cheapest and fastest flights from London Heathrow Airport to Athens
Cheapest price
£129
Average price
£152
Fastest journey
6 h
Average duration
9 h 10 m
Flights per day
3
Distance
2409 km
The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from London Heathrow Airport to Athens is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London Heathrow Airport to Athens will cost around £152 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap flight tickets today for only £129.
Of the 3 flights that leave London Heathrow Airport for Athens every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct flights cover the 2409 km distance in an average of 9 h 10 m but if you time it right, some flights will get you there in just 6 h .
The slowest flights will take 11 h 55 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
London Heathrow Airport to Athens flight times
The table below shows live departures for London Heathrow Airport 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 15:35 London Heathrow Airport | 3h40 | 19:15 Athens | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 18:00 London Heathrow Airport | 3h35 | 21:35 Athens | 0 changesdirect | |
| Thursday 18 December | |||||
![]() | 05:50 London Heathrow Airport | 6h00 | 11:50 Athens | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last flight of the day. | |||||
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Compare prices and tickets London Heathrow Airport to Athens by flight
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FAQs: London Heathrow Airport to Athens flights
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Heathrow Airport 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.

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Important Stations and Airports in London Heathrow Airport and Athens
- Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport for up to 4 hours.
- Shops are located throughout all terminals, including Harrods and World Duty Free.
- Short Stay parking available near each terminal, approximately 6.3€ (£5.30) for 30 minutes.
- Available outside the terminal.
- Assistance.
- Available throughout the airport, including accessible facilities.
- Yes
- Lounges available in all terminals, including British Airways and Plaza Premium lounges.
- Located at each terminal, contact Heathrow Airport Lost Property.
- Bus: 105, 111, 140, 285, 423
- Metro: Piccadilly Line
- Train: Heathrow Express, TfL Rail
- 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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