Travelling from Athens International Airport (ATH) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW): what you need to know
Around 4 hours is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Athens International Airport to London Gatwick Airport.
London is two hours behind Athens and is in the UTC+0 timezone.
Flights from ATH to LGW start from 00:45 — the first with easyJet. The last departure is at 22:40 with easyJet. Overall, you can choose from 27 weekly Athens International Airport to London Gatwick Airport flights.
Your ATH to LGW flight won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
You can expect bigger queues during popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
A range of airlines operate direct flights from Athens International Airport to London Gatwick Airport, so jetting off to London (and then exploring more of the United Kingdom!) is easy. Popular carriers that fly nonstop include:
The airline that tops the list for bookings on this route is easyJet.
With an impressive 96.43% of services arriving as planned, Aegean Airlines is the most punctual carrier offering ATH to LGW flights.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Athens International Airport to London Gatwick Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Stopovers between ATH and LGW include:
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport
Rome Fiumicino Airport
Zurich Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Athens International Airport (ATH) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Currently, Rs12,737 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Athens International Airport to London Gatwick Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is Rs26,843. Keep in mind that fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from ATH to LGW if you book early. Airlines often offer some terrific early bird deals.
Schedule your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Athens International Airport to London Gatwick Airport. If you're flexible on when you fly, try out the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest airfare across each month.
There's no need to check back in every day to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll send you an update the moment there's a new deal on cheap flights from ATH to LGW.
Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Athens International Airport to London Gatwick Airport.
Handy information about Athens International Airport (ATH)
Of the departures from Athens International Airport, 76% arrive on time at their destination.
Central Athens to Athens International Airport is approximately 32 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 35 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing.
Planning to take public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 40 minutes.
Get your trip off to a relaxed start by staying near ATH. Whether you have an early flight from Athens International Airport to London Gatwick Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Arriving at London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Consider staying in a hotel close to LGW if you're on a late Athens International Airport to London Gatwick Airport flight. Settle into one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Pick up a London Gatwick Airport rental car and discover London and beyond with your own set of wheels. Green Motion, U-Save and Drivalia are well-known companies to choose from here.
Booking your vehicle from London Gatwick Airport around three weeks ahead can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to central London
London Gatwick Airport to the centre of London has a drive time of around 1 hour 5 minutes. It's approximately 48 kilometres away.
Travelling to the centre by public transport takes roughly 45 minutes.
When to fly to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
August is the busiest month for flights from Athens International Airport to London Gatwick Airport. To avoid the crowds, head to London in March.
The warmest month in London is July, with the temperature ranging between 11ºC and 26ºC. Lock in your flights from Athens International Airport to London Gatwick Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
January sees average temperatures of between 0ºC and 9ºC. Look for cheap tickets from ATH to LGW sometime then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of the United Kingdom
London has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of the United Kingdom you should also see. Around 257 kilometres north-west of London, a trip to Manchester will keep your itinerary packed. Start with leading attractions like Manchester United Museum & Stadium Tour, The Homes of Football and Museum of Science and Industry.
If you're looking to explore another well-known destination in the United Kingdom, consider Birmingham, roughly 161 kilometres north-west of London. Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery, Birmingham Hippodrome Theatre and Bournville Experience are key reasons to visit.




