Cheap Flights to Greece from the UK

Flights to Greece from the UK take between three and four and a half hours, depending on where you are flying from and which part of Greece you are heading to. Athens and Thessaloniki have direct flights all year, while most island routes, including Crete, Rhodes, Corfu, Kos and Zakynthos, run from spring to October. Direct flights leave from London and most large UK regional airports.

TravelApp UK is a trusted travel agency that can help you compare flights to Greece and, where available, combine them with a hotel and airport transfer. You can spread the cost with instalments, Klarna or Fly Now Pay Later on eligible bookings. Send your dates, departure airport, destination and number of travellers, and the team will come back with suitable options.

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Greek Airports with Direct Flights from the UK

Greece has more than a dozen airports with direct UK flights. The right one depends on whether you want a city break, a beach holiday or island hopping. The main UK airlines to Greece are Jet2, TUI Airways, easyJet, Ryanair and British Airways, with Aegean Airlines, Wizz Air and Sky Express also flying to Athens.

Flight times are approximate and slightly longer from northern England and Scotland. Routes, frequencies and the days flights operate change by season, so confirm the schedule for your dates. Smaller airports such as Skiathos, Kalamata and Samos also have seasonal UK flights.

Year-round flights: Athens has direct flights from London, Manchester, Bristol and Edinburgh through the winter. Thessaloniki has year-round flights from London Gatwick with easyJet and from London Stansted with Ryanair.

Summer flights: Most island routes start in spring and finish in October, with the most flights from June to September. Some routes fly only once or twice a week, so check the schedule before setting your holiday dates.

Outside the season: If there is no direct flight to your island, you can fly to Athens and connect by a domestic flight or ferry.

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Flights to Greece from UK Airports

Flights to Greece from London

London has the widest choice of flights to Greece, from Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton and London City. British Airways flies to Athens all year and to several islands in summer, while easyJet, Ryanair, Jet2 and TUI Airways cover many holiday islands from Gatwick and Stansted. Travellers in the South East can compare flights from London across all five airports.

Flights to Greece from Manchester

Manchester has direct flights to Athens all year with Aegean Airlines, easyJet and Jet2, plus summer flights to Thessaloniki, Santorini and many other islands. Jet2, TUI Airways and easyJet all operate from Manchester, which makes it easy to compare fares and baggage allowances. Travellers in the North can compare flights from Manchester for available routes to Greece.

Flights to Greece from Birmingham

In the Midlands, flights from Birmingham offer direct Jet2 flights to Athens, plus summer Jet2 and TUI Airways flights to Thessaloniki, Santorini and the holiday islands. East Midlands also has seasonal Jet2 flights to several Greek destinations. Route availability varies by season, so check your dates.

Flights to Greece from Bristol

easyJet flies direct from Bristol to Athens, and easyJet, Jet2 and TUI Airways add summer flights to Thessaloniki, Santorini and other islands. This saves travellers in the South West and South Wales a trip to London. Travellers in the South West can compare flights from Bristol when planning their trip.

Flights to Greece from Newcastle

Jet2 and TUI Airways fly direct from Newcastle to a range of Greek destinations in summer, including Thessaloniki and Santorini. There are currently no direct flights from Newcastle to Athens, so travellers can connect or fly from Manchester. Travellers in the North East can compare flights from Newcastle when planning their trip.

Flights to Greece from Edinburgh and Glasgow

easyJet flies direct from Edinburgh to Athens, and Jet2 adds summer flights from Edinburgh to Thessaloniki, Santorini and other islands. Glasgow has summer flights to popular islands, but no direct flights to Athens. Travellers in Scotland can compare flights from Edinburgh and flights from Glasgow when looking for suitable departure options.

These departure-airport pages cover wider flight options from each airport, not only Greece.

Comparing several islands, airports and travel dates takes time. Tell TravelApp UK where you would like to go and when, and the team will line up the options for you.

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Which Part of Greece Should You Fly To?

City breaks: Athens suits a short break built around the Acropolis, museums and food, with year-round flights and a metro link from the airport. Thessaloniki is a good alternative with a waterfront, Byzantine sites and easy access to the beaches of Halkidiki.

Family beach holidays: Crete, Rhodes, Kos, Corfu and Zakynthos have many family resorts, plenty of all-inclusive hotels and frequent summer flights from regional UK airports.

Couples and quieter breaks: Kefalonia, Lefkada (via Preveza) and western Crete around Chania offer a slower pace, scenic coastlines and smaller resorts.

Island hopping: Fly into Athens and take ferries from Piraeus or Rafina, or fly into one island and out of another. Santorini and Mykonos are popular starting points in the Cyclades.

The official Visit Greece website has more on each region. Each island has its own airport, so flying direct to the right one can save hours of ferry travel. If you are not sure where to start, the team can suggest options that match your dates and budget.

Top Places to Visit in Greece

These are seven of the most popular holiday destinations in Greece for UK holidaymakers. Each has direct flights from the UK, at least in summer, and the team can quote flights and hotels together for any of them.

Athens

Athens is the top choice for a Greek city break, with direct flights all year from London Heathrow, Manchester and several other UK airports. The Acropolis and the Parthenon sit above the old town, and the Acropolis Museum is a short walk from the site. Staying in Plaka, Monastiraki or near Syntagma Square puts the main sights within walking distance. Ask TravelApp UK to quote your flights and a central hotel together, so you can see the full cost of your city break before you book.

Santorini

Santorini is popular with couples for its volcanic caldera, clifftop villages and the sunset views from Oia. Fira, the main town, sits on the caldera edge, and the Bronze Age site at Akrotiri is on the south of the island. Direct flights run from spring to October, and ferries connect Santorini with Athens and other Cyclades islands. If you are combining Santorini with another island, TravelApp UK can help you plan flights and hotels around the ferry times.

Mykonos

Mykonos is known for its beach clubs, lively nightlife and the whitewashed lanes of Mykonos Town. The Kato Mili windmills and the waterfront houses of Little Venice are the island's best-known sights. Boats run to the ancient island of Delos, a short trip across the water. Hotels fill early for July and August, so ask the team for a quote well ahead if you have fixed dates.

Corfu

Corfu is a favourite with UK families, with green hills, sandy bays and some of the shortest flights to Greece, at around three hours. The Old Town of Corfu is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, with Venetian fortresses and arcaded streets. The Achilleion Palace, built for Empress Elisabeth of Austria, is a short drive south. Families can ask TravelApp UK for a quote that includes the hold luggage they need, so the price is clear from the start.

Rhodes

Rhodes combines beaches with medieval history. The Medieval City of Rhodes is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, where the Street of the Knights leads to the Palace of the Grand Master. On the east coast, the Acropolis of Lindos overlooks the village and its bay. Summer flights run from many UK airports, including Manchester and London, so the team can compare departure airports and dates for you.

Crete

Crete is Greece's largest island, with beaches, mountains and Minoan history. The Palace of Knossos is just outside Heraklion, and the Samaria Gorge, usually open from spring to autumn, is one of Europe's best-known hikes. Crete has two main airports, Heraklion in the centre and Chania in the west, so choosing the right one can save a long drive. TravelApp UK can compare flights to both airports for your dates.

Zante (Zakynthos)

Zakynthos, often called Zante, is known for its clear water, sea caves and the loggerhead sea turtles that nest on beaches around Laganas Bay. Navagio, or Shipwreck Beach, is the island's most famous view. Landing on the beach has been banned in recent seasons because of rockfall risk, but you can see the cove from the clifftop viewing area, so check the latest rules before booking a boat trip. Most UK flights run from May to October, and popular summer weeks book up early.

Planning a trip to one of these destinations, or more than one? Send your dates and preferred islands to the team. Instalments, Klarna and Fly Now Pay Later are available on eligible bookings.

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Spread the Cost: Instalments, Klarna and Fly Now Pay Later

A Greek holiday for a family in the school summer holidays can be a big cost to pay in one go. TravelApp UK offers several ways to pay for eligible bookings.

• Fly Now Pay Later: Secure your booking with a deposit and pay the balance in agreed instalments before you travel.

• Instalment plans: Spread the cost of your flights or holiday over a payment schedule agreed with the team.

• Klarna: Pay with Klarna where it is available for your booking, and split the cost into smaller payments.

Payment options depend on the fare, the airline's ticketing rules, the type of booking and how far ahead you travel. Klarna is subject to its own eligibility checks, and missed payments can affect your ability to use Klarna and your credit score. If an instalment is missed, your booking may be cancelled, so make sure the payment dates suit your budget.

The team will confirm the deposit, payment dates and total cost before you book, and the TravelApp booking conditions explain how deposits, payments and cancellations work.

Ask about payment options for your trip.

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Why Book Flights to Greece with TravelApp UK

Flight comparison websites are useful for checking fares, but they usually show a flight-only price. Checked baggage, seat selection and the transfer to your resort are often added later, either at checkout or in separate bookings. For a week in Greece with a suitcase each, the price you first saw can rise noticeably.

Seasonal schedule changes: Airlines sometimes change or cancel seasonal island flights. If you booked your flight and hotel separately, a flight change can leave you dealing with the airline and the hotel on your own. With a package, one organiser is responsible for the whole holiday and must help when part of it changes.

ATOL protection: ATOL protection applies to qualifying package holidays and flight-inclusive bookings. It does not cover every standalone flight or hotel. The Civil Aviation Authority explains what ATOL covers. Ask the team whether your booking is ATOL protected before you pay.

Packages: To combine flights, a hotel and transfers, browse holiday packages from the UK or ask the team to price a flight and hotel together for your chosen island or city.

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How to Find Cheap Flights to Greece

Travel at the start or end of the season. July and August are the busiest and usually the most expensive months. May, June, September and early October often give more choice of flights, with warm weather and fewer crowds.

Avoid the school holiday peak. Fares usually rise over the summer holidays, Easter and half term. If you are not tied to school dates, comparing other weeks may give you more options.

Compare islands as well as airports. If you are flexible about where you stay, comparing two or three islands can reveal better flight times or fares. Crete, Rhodes and Corfu usually have the most flights.

Price the full trip. Low-cost fares often include only a small under-seat bag. Check the hand luggage rules for UK airlines, then add hold luggage and your transfer before comparing totals. The best budget airlines for UK travellers can work out differently once seats and bags are added.

Consider winter city breaks. Athens and Thessaloniki have year-round flights, and winter can be a quieter time to visit.

Check late availability. Outside school holidays, last-minute flight deals can appear, although they are less reliable in peak summer.

Planning around half term or the summer holidays? Contact Us and the team can check availability across several dates.

Find Cheap Flights to Greece with TravelApp UK

With so many islands and UK airports to choose from, the right flight depends on where you live, when you can travel, how much luggage you need and where in Greece you are going. A late arrival may be fine for a short transfer, but not for a long drive across Crete.

To get help comparing the options, send the team your travel details, including:

• Departure airport: Your nearest airport, plus any others you would consider.

• Destination: The island or city you have in mind, or the type of holiday you want if you are undecided.

• Dates: Your preferred dates and how flexible they are.

• Baggage: How many cabin and hold bags each traveller needs.

• Payment: Whether you would like to pay in instalments, with Klarna or with Fly Now Pay Later.

The team will come back with available flights for your dates. Where it suits your trip, they can also suggest hotel and transfer options. What each quote includes, such as hold luggage or transfers, depends on the fare and the options you choose, so check the details before you confirm. TravelApp UK is an ATOL holder, and eligible flight bookings receive an ATOL Certificate.

For a quick question before you send an enquiry, you can also get in touch with the team by phone or email.

Request Your TravelApp UK Quote for Greece Flights

Send the team your departure airport, destination, travel dates, number of travellers and baggage needs. They will quote flights, transfers and hotel options together, with ATOL protection on eligible bookings and instalment, Klarna or Fly Now Pay Later options where available. Fares and seat availability change, so a quote reflects the prices on the day it is issued.

Prefer to talk it through? Call +44 20 3137 0990 or email info@travelapp.co.uk.

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