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📏 2,427 km · Medium-haul flight
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Planning a trip from Athens to London? The route covers roughly 2,427 km — a medium-haul flight of a few hours. Airpiv keeps an eye on this route day and night, helping you catch the best fare the moment it drops — no hidden fees, ever. 24 airlines compete on this route, giving you more options to compare. This is one of the more popular routes on Airpiv, with strong demand from travelers.

Route facts

2,427km
Distance
6h 50m
Avg. flight time
3h 49m
Fastest flight
24
Airlines
8%
Nonstop share
Typical connections: 17 nonstop · 148 with 1 stop · 44 with 2+ stops
Flight data last updated: 2026-07-22

Average flight prices

71 €
Average price
→ Stable
Price trend
Indicative average based on 7 recent price checks. Flight data last updated: 2026-08-01

Best time to fly this route

Best booking window21–45 days before departure

For medium-haul routes like Athens → London, booking around 4–8 weeks ahead usually gives the best fares — prices tend to climb in the final 2–3 weeks before departure. Travelling in the shoulder season and midweek (Tuesday/Wednesday) is typically cheaper than peak summer, holidays or weekends. Both nonstop and connecting flights are available on this route — nonstop options are usually worth the price difference for shorter trips. These are general booking patterns, not a guarantee — the best way to know for sure is to compare live prices for your exact dates.

Airport information

ATHAthensLHRLondon

Alternative airports in London

LGWLondon

Airlines flying this route

A3Aegean AirlinesEIAer LingusJUAir SerbiaAAAmerican AirlinesOSAustrianBABritish AirwaysSNBrussels AirlinesMSEgyptAirLYEL ALEWEurowingsGFGulf Air BahrainIBIberiaAZITAKLKLMLOLOT Polish AirlinesLHLufthansaMEMiddle East AirlinesQRQatar AirwaysRJRoyal JordanianSKSASSQSingapore AirlinesLXSWISSTPTAP Air PortugalTKTurkish Airlines

Frequently asked questions

What is the best time to fly from Athens to London?
This medium-haul route is usually cheapest in the shoulder season (April–May, September–October) and on midweek flights; booking 4–8 weeks ahead tends to give the best fares.
How far is it from Athens to London?
The distance is roughly 2,427 km — a medium-haul flight.
How long does the flight from Athens to London take?
The average flight time is 6h 50m. Direct flights are available on this route.
Which airlines fly from Athens to London?
Currently, 24 airlines operate this route, so it's worth comparing them.
Are there direct flights from Athens to London?
Direct flights are available on this route.
Are there other airports near London?
London is also served by LGW, which can be worth comparing for price or convenience.
What is the fastest flight time from Athens to London?
The fastest flights on this route take around 3h 49m — typically the nonstop options.
Do flights from Athens to London fly nonstop?
Both are available: of the connections we've seen on this route, 17 are nonstop and 192 involve at least one stop.

Data & transparency

Flight times, stops and airlines shown here are aggregated from real airline offers through our data providers and refreshed regularly. Learn how we source and verify this data:

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