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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from London Heathrow Airport to Santorini (Thira) Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from R 3,931. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Find the cheapest month to fly from London Heathrow to Santorini (Thira)

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like London Heathrow to Santorini (Thira) flights are currently cheapest in September.

Direct flights from London Heathrow to Santorini (Thira)

London Heathrow to Santorini (Thira): Alternative routes

Compare routes from London Heathrow to Santorini (Thira) below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Santorini (Thira).

London to Santorini (Thira): Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 1,754
Cheapest month to flySeptember
Average flight time3 hrs, 56 mins
Most popular airlineBritish Airways
Average flights per week14

Finding cheap flights from London Heathrow to Santorini (Thira): Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from London Heathrow to Santorini (Thira) is R 3,919. 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.
3 hours and 56 minutes is the average flight time from London Heathrow to Santorini (Thira).
British Airways and American Airlines fly direct from London Heathrow to Santorini (Thira).
As of July 2026, there are 14 flights per week flying from London Heathrow to Santorini (Thira).
The cheapest month to fly from London Heathrow to Santorini (Thira) is usually August.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from London Heathrow Airport to Santorini (Thira) Airport on Friday, 28 August 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 3 hours and 56 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 Santorini (Thira) 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 Santorini (Thira) is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Currently, Lufthansa and British Airways offer the cheapest flight tickets to Santorini (Thira).

Flying from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Santorini (Thira) Airport (JTR): what you need to know

  • Around 3 hours 55 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from London Heathrow Airport to Santorini (Thira) Airport.

  • Santorini (Thira)'s timezone is UTC+2, making Santorini (Thira) two hours ahead of London.

  • Flights from LHR to JTR start at 07:55 — the earliest with British Airways. The latest departure is at 11:30 with British Airways. Overall, there are five weekly London Heathrow Airport to Santorini (Thira) Airport flights.

  • Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Get to the airport on time to catch your LHR to JTR flight.

  • During popular months such as July, it's a good idea to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're travelling during a peak period in general.

  • British Airways is your gateway to discovering Santorini (Thira) (and perhaps some other exciting parts of Greece!). Check out the direct flights from London Heathrow Airport to Santorini (Thira) Airport offered by this popular airline.

  • British Airways is the airline most travellers choose for this route.

  • Among carriers operating LHR to JTR flights, British Airways is the most consistent for on-time landings.

  • Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from London Heathrow Airport to Santorini (Thira) Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between LHR and JTR:

    • Munich Airport

    • Athens International Airport

    • Vienna Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Santorini (Thira) Airport (JTR)

  • The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way London Heathrow Airport to Santorini (Thira) Airport flight is R 1,754. A round-trip ticket right now is R 3,919. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.

  • Get cheap tickets from LHR to JTR by booking five months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.

  • The cheapest month for flights from London Heathrow Airport to Santorini (Thira) Airport is October. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have flexible dates.

  • Getting your hands on cheap flights from LHR to JTR is easy with Price Alerts. Simply set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch as soon as a lower fare pops up.

  • Tailor your flights with filters. Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from London Heathrow Airport to Santorini (Thira) Airport.

Handy information about London Heathrow Airport (LHR)

  • When it comes to London Heathrow Airport's on-time performance, 78% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.

  • Central London to London Heathrow Airport is around 24 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 45 minutes to get there if you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving.

  • Taking public transport? Expect a journey time of around 25 minutes.

  • Searching for a handy hotel close to LHR? If you're boarding an early flight from London Heathrow Airport to Santorini (Thira) Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:

Arriving at Santorini (Thira) Airport (JTR)

  • If you're getting in on a late London Heathrow Airport to Santorini (Thira) Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing shortly after at one of these hotels near JTR:

  • Begin your adventure by picking up a Santorini (Thira) Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Goldcar, CarQ or Centauro to explore Santorini (Thira) and beyond.

  • Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your vehicle from Santorini (Thira) Airport around three weeks before your travel date.

When to fly to Santorini (Thira) Airport (JTR)

  • The quietest month for a flight from London Heathrow Airport to Santorini (Thira) Airport is March, while August is the most popular. Pick the best time to go to Santorini (Thira) based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.

  • Book your flight from London Heathrow Airport to Santorini (Thira) Airport for August if you'd like to go to Santorini (Thira) during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 23ºC (73ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF).

  • Search for cheap tickets from LHR to JTR in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 10ºC (50ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF) on average.

Explore more of Greece

  • Athens is just one of the many places in Greece waiting to be explored after you've seen Santorini (Thira). Around 225 kilometres away to the north-west, its best attractions include Acropolis of Athens, The Parthenon and Erechtheion.

  • Larisa is another sought-after destination in Greece and is around 451 kilometres north-west of Santorini (Thira). No trip is complete without a visit to Larissa Ancient Ruins, Municipal Art Gallery of Larissa and The Church Of St. George.

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