How to find cheap flights from London to Greece
The cheapest return flight from London to Greece is currently ج.م. 3,046.
You'll be travelling from London into Athens International in Athens with that fare.
For one-way travel, the lowest price right now is ج.م. 1,144.
Want to let the lowest fares decide your next stop? Select 'Greece' in the 'To' field to discover the cheapest deals by city.
With around 20 international airports, Greece has plenty of arrival options.
To compare more prices, select 'Add nearby airports' to include all airports close to where you're departing from and heading to.
The sooner you book, the better. Fares tend to rise as your trip date gets closer, not the other way around.
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Best time to fly from London to Greece
October is typically the cheapest month to catch a flight from London to Greece.
In general, taking a midweek flight is a smart way to save. Tuesdays and Wednesdays often mean lower fares.
July, August and September mark the height of the travel season in Greece, with August the most popular of the three. Visit then for a livelier experience and plenty to keep you busy.
Alternatively, skip the peak season rush by checking out flights in January, February and March. Out of these low season months, March is the quietest.
Flights from London to Greece: what to expect
You can pick from London Heathrow Airport (LHR), London Gatwick Airport (LGW) or London Stansted Airport (STN) when planning your departure from London.
Around 15 airports throughout Greece can be reached on a nonstop flight from London.
Roughly 326 direct flights link London with cities across Greece every week.
The top airlines flying this route are:
The most popular routes from London to Greece include Athens, Heraklion and Corfu.
Just want to arrive sooner? Corfu has the shortest flight time at around 3 hours 10 minutes. Rhodes has the longest at roughly 4 hours.
Across all routes, the average journey takes around 3 hours 45 minutes.
Popular places to visit in Greece
Athens
Located in Attica, this city is a top destination for London to Greece flights. Acropolis of Athens, Parthenon and Erechtheion are essential stops for first-time visitors.
Athens International Airport (ATH) handles the majority of international flights into Athens.
Check out the selection of hotels in Athens and pair your trip with a stay that fits your budget and style.
Heraklion
Knossos Palace, Heraklion Archaeological Museum and Old Venetian Harbour of Heraklion are some of the first things you'll want to make time for in this Crete city.
Crete Heraklion Airport (HER) is the city's main airport.
Browse hotels in Heraklion and lock in a stay that fits your plans.
Thessaloniki
Swing by top sights like Holy Cathedral Church of Hagia Sophia, Archaeological Museum of Thessaloniki and Alexander the Great Statue while you're in this part of Central Macedonia.
You can reach the city through its main airport, Thessaloniki Airport (SKG).
Find a deal on where you'll stay by exploring the list of hotels in Thessaloniki.
Visiting Greece for the first time? Here's what you need to know
Entry rules can vary depending on your passport, length of stay and travel plans, so check well in advance. Official embassy sites and airlines will have the most up-to-date advice on visas or any other documents you may need.
The euro (EUR) is the main currency. Paying for things is easy, with debit and credit cards accepted almost everywhere.
Greece has a population of about 10 million. The capital city is Athens.
Time is consistent across this destination, with just one standard time zone operating on UTC+2.
The weather can affect everything from what you wear to how much you see, so travel when the forecast suits your plans. July is Greece's warmest month.
Plan your visit around January if you prefer cooler conditions.
January tends to be the wettest time of year, while July is the driest.
Well-known events on the local calendar include the Athens Epidaurus Festival, the Thessaloniki International Film Festival and Patras Carnival. Time your London to Greece flight around moments like these to experience something beyond the everyday.
Complete your trip with hotels and a car rental
A cheap flight from London to Greece gets you there. What comes next is planning the stay. Discover competitive prices and exclusive rates for hotels in Greece. Want to travel on your own schedule? Also browse the range of car rental options in Greece.