Travelling from London International Airport (YXU) to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH): what you need to know
Athens's timezone is UTC+2, making Athens six hours ahead of London.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Be at the airport with enough time to catch your YXU to ATH flight.
Travelling during a peak month such as August? School holidays and other popular periods can result in longer lines and delays at airport checkpoints. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
How to find the cheapest flights from London International Airport (YXU) to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
£343 is currently the lowest price for a one-way London International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport flight. Return flights start from £535. These fares may change based on demand.
It's often best to book as early as possible if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from YXU to ATH. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
If you're flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll find the cheapest price across every month when searching for a flight from London International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport.
Save time searching for cheap flights from YXU to ATH by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when a new low fare is offered.
Secure the ideal flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from London International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by airline, departure and arrival times, and number of stops.
Handy information about London International Airport (YXU)
When it comes to the on-time performance of London International Airport, data shows 50.41% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
Central London to London International Airport is around 7 miles. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Planning to take public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 55 minutes.
Get your trip off to a stress-free start by staying near YXU. Whether you're boarding an early flight from London International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Arriving at Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
Reserve a hotel near ATH if you're on a late London International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport flight. Choose one of these options and make your arrival easier:
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Booking your ride from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport about three weeks ahead gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
Getting from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) to central Athens
Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport is approximately 25 miles from central Athens. The drive time takes around 35 minutes.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey of roughly 1 hour.
When to fly to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from London International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport. July is the busiest month to head to Athens. If you prefer a more low-key vibe, go in January.
Before locking in your flight from London International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport, consider the type of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Athens, with the temperature ranging from 22ºC (72ºF) to 37ºC (99ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from YXU to ATH in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 4ºC (39ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF) on average.
Explore more of Greece
Thessaloniki is just one of the many places in Greece waiting to be discovered after you've seen Athens. Around 190 miles away to the north, its top attractions include Arch of Galerius, Aristotelous Square and Museum of Byzantine Culture.
Larisa is another must-experience destination in Greece and is around 130 miles north-west of Athens. No trip is complete without seeing Agioi Saranta, Saint George Orthodox Church and Second Ancient Theatre.