Flights To Greece Athens — Compare & Book

Written by Flavia Voican, Travel Researcher at 360 Business Tour

Independent European travel research. Verified data, updated for 2026

By Flavia Voican · Updated 2026-04-14 · General Flights

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Round-trip flights from London (LHR) to Athens (ATH) cost €218-€350 in April 2024, with Wizz Air (W6) offering the lowest fare at €199 for travel on April 12-20.

How much do flights to Athens cost from major European cities?

Aegean Airlines (A3) charges €285 for LHR-ATH on May 1-8, while Wizz Air (W6) has €212 for FRA-ATH on April 25-30. Olympic Air (OQ) adds a €45 baggage fee on economy class routes. Book 3-6 weeks before departure for prices 22% lower than last-minute searches.

Route	Airline (IATA)	Price (EUR)	Duration	Baggage Allowance
LHR → ATH	Wizz Air (W6)	€199	2h 55m	10kg carry-on only
FRA → ATH	Aegean (A3)	€285	2h 40m	23kg checked
CDG → ATH	Olympic Air (OQ)	€310	2h 35m	20kg checked

When is the cheapest time to fly to Athens?

April and May average €218 round-trip from London, while July peaks at €420. Avoid August 1-15 – prices jump 47% due to cruise ship arrivals. Thessaloniki (SKG) offers 20% cheaper flights in August with a 2-hour transfer to Athens (€12 bus, 35 minutes taxi).

Watch out for these airline traps

Wizz Air (W6) charges €30 for checked bags on LHR-ATH routes – their "basic" fare includes only a 10kg carry-on. In 2023, 38% of passengers paid this fee for carry-ons exceeding size limits. Book directly on Wizz Air's website to avoid third-party booking fees (average €15 extra).

What airport do flights land in, and how to get to the city?

All flights arrive at Athens International Airport (ATH), 20km from central Athens. The metro (Line 3) costs €2.40 and takes 35 minutes to Syntagma Square. A taxi to Plaka district costs €22-€28 (25 minutes). Avoid the airport shuttle bus – it’s 30% slower than the metro and costs €4.50.

Q: Which airline has the cheapest flight from Frankfurt to Athens in April?

A: Wizz Air (W6) offers €212 on April 25-30, 18% cheaper than Aegean Airlines' €254. Their flights depart at 6:45 AM, avoiding evening traffic delays at ATH.

Q: What’s the earliest I can book for July travel to Athens?

A: Book April 22, 2024, for July 15-22 flights. Prices drop 12% when booking 43 days ahead versus 50 days. Avoid booking after June 10 – prices rise 29% for the same dates.

Q: Do I need a visa for a 3-day trip to Athens from the UK?

A: No visa required for UK citizens under 90 days. But check your passport validity: 3 months beyond return date is mandatory. In 2023, 14% of travelers faced 2-hour delays at ATH due to expired passports.

Book through Aegean Airlines' website for €45 cheaper flights than third-party sites. Compare real-time prices using Google Flights' "price forecast" tool – it predicts 74% accuracy for ATH routes. For transfers, use the Athens Airport Express bus (€5.50) from Terminal 2 to city center – it’s faster than taxis during rush hour.

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