Travelling from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) to London City Airport (LCY): what you need to know
The timezone in London is UTC+0, which is two hours behind Athens.
To ensure you get on your ATH to LCY flight, allow plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Flying during a peak time like July? School holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer queues at airport checkpoints. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to London City Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or visit a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between ATH and LCY:
Luxembourg Airport
Thessaloniki International Airport
Zurich Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) to London City Airport (LCY)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to London City Airport flight is R 1,815. A return fare right now is R 3,798. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from ATH to LCY if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some great early bird rates.
Getting cheap flights from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to London City Airport is easy if you can be flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the best prices throughout the month and snap up a great deal.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from ATH to LCY by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when a new discounted fare appears.
Tailor your flights with filters. Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to London City Airport.
Handy information about Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
Of the departures from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport, 77.19% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport is about 40 kilometres from central Athens. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
You can expect a trip time of about 1 hour on public transport.
Booked an early flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to London City Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these hotels near ATH:
Arriving at London City Airport (LCY)
Reserve a hotel close to LCY if you're taking a late Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to London City Airport flight. Pick one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a London City Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Green Motion, Europcar or Keddy By Europcar to explore London and beyond.
To get the best deal, reserve your vehicle from London City Airport about one week before your trip.
Getting from London City Airport (LCY) to central London
From London City Airport, London is approximately 11 kilometres away. It takes around 30 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It takes around 35 minutes to get there using public transport.
When to fly to London City Airport (LCY)
February is the busiest month for flights from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to London City Airport. To skip the crowds, visit London in February.
The warmest month in London is July, with the temperature ranging between 11ºC (52ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF). Book your flights from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to London City Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from ATH to LCY in January. Temperatures average between 0ºC (32ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF) then.
Explore more of United Kingdom
London has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of United Kingdom just waiting to be discovered. About 161 kilometres north-west of London, a trip to Birmingham will keep you busy. Check out popular attractions like Cadbury World, The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre.
If you're looking to explore another well-known destination in United Kingdom, head for Bristol, roughly 177 kilometres west of London. Clifton Suspension Bridge, Cabot Tower and Brandon Hill Nature Park are highlights.
