Cheap Flights from Athens International to London Heathrow

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      Flight deals from Athens International to London Heathrow

      Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Athens International Airport to London Heathrow Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from R 3,384. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

      Find the cheapest month to fly from Athens International to London Heathrow

      We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Athens International to London Heathrow flights are currently cheapest in January.

      Direct flights from Athens International to London Heathrow

      Athens to London: Flight information

      The things to know before you go.
      Cheapest flight foundR 1,202
      Cheapest month to flyJanuary
      Average flight time4 hrs, 5 mins
      Most popular airlineAmerican Airlines
      Average flights per week167

      Finding cheap flights from Athens International to London Heathrow: Frequently asked questions

      The best price we found for a return flight from Athens International to London Heathrow is R 2,663. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
      4 hours and 5 minutes is the average flight time from Athens International to London Heathrow.
      American Airlines, British Airways and Aegean Airlines fly direct from Athens International to London Heathrow.
      As of July 2026, there are 174 flights per week flying from Athens International to London Heathrow.
      The cheapest month to fly from Athens International to London Heathrow is usually January.
      After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Athens International Airport to London Heathrow Airport on Wednesday, 27 January 2027.
      Yes – the average flight time is 4 hours and 5 minutes.
      We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to London Heathrow but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

      We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to London is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

      Currently, Aegean Airlines offers the cheapest flight tickets to London Heathrow.

      Travelling from Athens International Airport (ATH) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR): what you need to know

      • The average time for a direct flight from Athens International Airport to London Heathrow Airport is 4 hours.

      • The timezone in London is UTC+0, which is two hours behind Athens.

      • Flights from ATH to LHR start at 05:25 — the earliest with British Airways. The latest departure is at 20:50 with British Airways. In total, you can choose from 59 weekly Athens International Airport to London Heathrow Airport flights.

      • For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to catch your ATH to LHR flight.

      • You'll likely experience longer lines in popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.

      • Getting to London (and then exploring more of the United Kingdom!) is a cinch with British Airways. This popular carrier offers direct flights from Athens International Airport to London Heathrow Airport.

      • The airline with the highest passenger demand on this route is British Airways.

      • With a reliable 80.7% of services arriving as scheduled, British Airways has the best on-time performance for ATH to LHR flights.

      • If you'd like to include a stop along the way, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Athens International Airport to London Heathrow Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between ATH and LHR:

        • Zurich Airport

        • Bologna International Airport

        • Split Airport

      How to find the cheapest flights from Athens International Airport (ATH) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)

      • R 1,202 is the best price for a one-way Athens International Airport to London Heathrow Airport flight. Return flights start at R 2,663. These fares may change depending on demand and availability.

      • Book seven months before you travel. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from ATH to LHR.

      • The cheapest month for flights from Athens International Airport to London Heathrow Airport is December. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have flexible dates.

      • Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from ATH to LHR by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when a lower fare becomes available.

      • Discover the ideal flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Athens International Airport to London Heathrow Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by airline, arrival and departure times, and number of stops.

      Handy information about Athens International Airport (ATH)

      • Of the flights that depart from Athens International Airport, 76% arrive on time at their destination.

      • Athens International Airport is around 32 kilometres from central Athens. If you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving from the centre, it'll take 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.

      • Planning to take public transport? Expect a journey time of around 40 minutes.

      • Taking an early flight from Athens International Airport to London Heathrow Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels near ATH:

      Arriving at London Heathrow Airport (LHR)

      Getting from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to central London

      • London Heathrow Airport is roughly 24 kilometres from central London. The drive time takes about 45 minutes.

      • It typically takes 25 minutes to get there by public transport.

      When to fly to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)

      • It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from Athens International Airport to London Heathrow Airport. July is the most popular month to visit London. If you'd like a quieter vibe, go in March.

      • Lock in your flight from Athens International Airport to London Heathrow Airport for July if you want to go to London during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 11ºC (52ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF).

      • January has average temperatures of between 0ºC (32ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF). Look for cheap tickets from ATH to LHR sometime around then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.

      Explore more of the United Kingdom

      • Manchester is just one of the many cities in the United Kingdom waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of London. Around 257 kilometres away to the north-west, its best attractions include Manchester United Museum & Stadium Tour, The Homes of Football and Museum of Science and Industry.

      • If you're eager to discover another corner of the United Kingdom, consider Birmingham, roughly 161 kilometres north-west of London. Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery, Birmingham Hippodrome Theatre and Bournville Experience are among the biggest draws.

      Prices shown on this page are estimated lowest prices only. Found in the last 12 days.