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.
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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.