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Explore the ancient city of Athens with a flight from British Airways. With 2x palm luggage included and award winning service.

From £43 each-way from: London , Dec two thousand seventeen

Fly to Athens and see Ancient Greece come to life before your eyes.

From the magnificent Acropolis to Olympic Stadium, there’s a unique blend of old and fresh, and today this cosmopolitan city is a hub of ancient and modern delights. You can learn about the thinkers who pioneered everything from mathematics to philosophy, indulge in fresh Mediterranean dishes, immerse yourself in the culture of the city’s vibrant streets or stay up late and see why it’s famous for its nightlife. Whatever you’re after, Athens offers up the holiday of a lifetime – and you can get there in style with British Airways.

Things to do in Athens

Cheapest flights to Athens

Cheapest each-way flights to Athens

How many passengers? Explanation of ‘youthful adults’.

Travelling for business?

For superior business travel to Athens, choose British Airways. Our fine service and business-friendly features will help you arrive at your appointment in good time:

• Choose from up to four daily flights.
• Fly from Heathrow Airport, just fifteen minutes from London.
• Fine value arm baggage only fares featuring a generous allowance of two bags.
• A very rewarding business loyalty programme, On Business.
• Collect both Avios and On Business points on the same eligible flights.

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Flights to Athens

Everything you need to know about our flights to Athens

Flight duration

Fly to Athens with British Airways and you’ll touch down in Greece in just three and a half hours. Loosen on board after take-off from London Heathrow.

Flying to Athens with British Airways

Fly from London Heathrow to Athens International Airport with us and you’ll love the convenience and convenience of award winning service from the moment you step on board. Sit back, loosen and love the latest in-flight entertainment as our friendly cabin team take care of everything, getting your holiday off to a flying embark.

Arriving in Athens

After touching down in Athens, passengers exit the airport from the arrivals level of the Main Terminal building. Visitors can take the Metro Line Trio, or an OASA Bus to central Athens. Suburban rail and regional busses also service popular destinations further afield. A taxi to central Athens is available from Exit three on the arrivals level – passengers pay a plane fare of €35 during the day and €50 for the evening.

Leaving from London Heathrow

When you fly with British Airways, you can choose a departure date that suits you and you’ll love a safe and comfy journey. Our cabin team will be blessed to help you with anything you need, so you can simply unwind. Choose to fly with mitt baggage only or pick a price that includes a 23kg checked baggage allowance and free seat selection twenty four hours before you fly. You can also buy delicious food from British food favourite M&S, on board all flights from/to London Heathrow and London Gatwick. For your convenience we will only accept payment by credit/debit cards on board, and Executive Club Members can pay with Avios via the British Airways app.

Weather in Athens

The climate in Athens is considered mild, with average temperatures only dipping to 10°C in January. The area sees an average of two hundred sixty days of sunshine a year. Its best months are July and August, with temperatures above 30°C most days.

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