Cheap Flights to Athens from the UK

Direct flights to Athens from the UK take around three and a half to four hours and land at Athens International Airport (ATH), around 20 km east of the city centre. Eight UK airports have direct flights, with the widest choice from London and Manchester, and most routes run all year. From the airport, the metro takes you to Syntagma Square in central Athens in around 40 minutes, and the ferry ports at Piraeus and Rafina are within easy reach for onward trips to the Greek islands.

TravelApp UK is a travel agency that can help you compare flights to Athens and, where available, combine them with a hotel and airport transfer. Deposit and flexible payment options may be available on eligible bookings. Send your dates, departure airport and number of travellers, and the team will come back with suitable options.

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UK Departure Airports to Athens (ATH)

Direct flights to Athens are operated by British Airways, Aegean Airlines, easyJet, Jet2, Ryanair, Wizz Air and Sky Express. Unlike many Greek holiday destinations, Athens has direct flights all year, so it works for winter city breaks as well as summer trips.

Flight times are approximate. Routes, frequencies and the days flights operate can change by season, so confirm the schedule for your dates. There are currently no direct flights to Athens from Glasgow, Newcastle or Northern Ireland. Travellers there can compare connecting flights or fly from a nearby airport.

Most London routes, plus Manchester, Bristol and Edinburgh, operate through the winter as well as in summer, often with more flights a week from spring to autumn. Before you book, check that your chosen route flies on your exact dates.

Flights to Athens from London

London has the most direct flights to Athens, from Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted and Luton. British Airways and Aegean Airlines fly from Heathrow, while low-cost options include Wizz Air from Luton and Ryanair from Stansted. Travellers in the South East can compare flights from London across the four airports with Athens routes.

Flights to Athens from Manchester

Manchester has three airlines flying direct to Athens: Aegean Airlines, easyJet and Jet2. Having a full-service airline alongside low-cost options lets you compare baggage allowances and fares side by side. Travellers in the North can compare flights from Manchester for available routes to Athens. The flight takes just under four hours.

Flights to Athens from Birmingham

In the Midlands, flights from Birmingham offer a direct option with Jet2, subject to route availability on your dates. The flight takes around 3 hours 45 minutes. If Birmingham does not suit your dates, Manchester and the London airports have more frequent services.

Flights to Athens from Bristol

easyJet flies direct from Bristol to Athens, which saves travellers in the South West and South Wales a trip to London. With one airline on the route, popular dates can fill up earlier. Travellers in the South West can compare flights from Bristol when planning their trip.

Flights to Athens from Edinburgh

easyJet flies direct from Edinburgh to Athens, and it is currently the only direct route from Scotland. The flight takes around 4 hours 15 minutes. Travellers in Scotland can compare flights from Edinburgh when looking for suitable departure options.

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

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Getting from Athens Airport to the City and Ports

Athens International Airport has a railway station next to the terminal, served by metro line 3 and the suburban railway. Express buses run around the clock, and taxis wait outside arrivals. Many travellers spend a few days in Athens before taking a ferry to the islands, so the ports of Piraeus and Rafina are included below.

Journey times are approximate and depend on traffic and the time of day.

Metro: Metro line 3 runs from the airport to Syntagma Square and Monastiraki in central Athens, roughly every 30 minutes from early morning until late evening. It avoids road traffic, which makes it a reliable choice at busy times.

Express buses: The X95 to Syntagma and the X96 to Piraeus run 24 hours a day. They cost less than the metro but take longer, especially in traffic.

Taxis: Licensed taxis charge a fixed fare between the airport and the city centre, with a higher rate overnight. The Athens tourism guide to airport transport lists current metro, bus and taxi fares.

Private transfers: A pre-booked transfer takes you straight to your hotel or ferry terminal. This can be useful for families, late arrivals or connecting to an early ferry.

If you would like a transfer arranged, ask for available transfer options to be priced alongside your flight or holiday quote.

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Why Book Flights to Athens 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 hotel are often added later, either at checkout or in separate bookings. For a city break with a suitcase each, the price you first saw can rise noticeably.

Want a quote with hold luggage and a hotel included from the start? Send the team your dates and where you would like to stay.

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Island connections: If you plan to continue to the islands, allow plenty of time between your flight and ferry. Booking your flight and ferry separately means a delay can leave you rearranging your onward travel yourself.

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 Athens stay.

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How to Find Cheap Flights to Athens

Consider a shoulder-season trip. Athens is busiest from June to August. Spring and autumn are popular for sightseeing in milder weather, and winter city breaks can offer more choice of flights.

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 more than one London airport. With four London airports flying to Athens, a different airport may offer a better departure time or fare. Include the cost of getting to the airport and parking.

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 before comparing totals. The best budget airlines for UK travellers can work out differently once seats and bags are added, while British Airways and Aegean Airlines fares may include more.

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 Athens with TravelApp UK

With seven airlines and eight UK airports flying direct to Athens, the right flight depends on where you live, when you can travel, how much luggage you need and your plans after landing. A late arrival is easy if you are staying in central Athens, but less convenient if you need to catch an early ferry from Piraeus the next morning.

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

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

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

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

• Stay: Where you are staying in Athens, and whether you plan to continue to the islands.

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.

Deposit and payment terms vary by booking. The TravelApp booking conditions explain how deposits, payments and cancellations work. 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 Athens Flights

Send the team your departure airport, travel dates, number of travellers, baggage needs and accommodation plans. They will quote flights, transfers and hotel options together, with ATOL protection on eligible bookings and deposit terms 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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