Question 1

How long is the flight from London Gatwick to Athens?

Accepted Answer

A direct flight from London Gatwick to Athens typically takes around 3 hours 40 minutes. If you choose a connecting flight, you should allow more time. Typical one-stop journeys take around 21 hours. For the quickest journey, a direct flight is usually the most comfortable choice.

Question 2

Are there direct flights from London Gatwick to Athens?

Accepted Answer

Yes, there are direct flights from London Gatwick to Athens, with an average of around 3 flights per day, operated by, among others, easyJet, Sky Express and Wizz Air UK. If you want to travel without a stopover, it is worth filtering specifically for direct flights when searching.

Question 3

Which airlines fly from London Gatwick to Athens?

Accepted Answer

Direct flights from London Gatwick to Athens are operated by, among others, easyJet, Sky Express and Wizz Air UK. There are also connecting flights with one stop, for example with Norwegian (via Oslo). If a short travel time matters to you, a direct flight is usually the most convenient option. Connecting flights often give you more choice of departure times and airlines.

Question 4

On which days are there direct flights from London Gatwick to Athens?

Accepted Answer

Direct flights from London Gatwick to Athens operate daily. The schedule may vary by season, so it is worth comparing several travel dates. If your preferred day has no direct service, nearby departure days or short connecting flights may be a good alternative.

Question 5

How many flights are there per day from London Gatwick to Athens?

Accepted Answer

On the route from London Gatwick to Athens there are on average around 3 flights per day. The number of services can vary by day of the week and season. If you are flexible with your dates, it is worth comparing several departure days.

Question 6

How many flights per week are there from London Gatwick to Athens?

Accepted Answer

On the route from London Gatwick to Athens there are around 21 flights per week. The number of services can vary depending on the season and day of the week. If you have flexibility, it is worth looking at several departure days to find the best option.

Question 7

When does the first flight from London Gatwick to Athens depart?

Accepted Answer

The earliest direct flight from London Gatwick to Athens usually departs at 05:20. The exact departure time may vary by day of the week and airline. Early flights are particularly useful if you want to make the most of your arrival day in Athens.

Question 8

When does the last flight from London Gatwick to Athens depart?

Accepted Answer

The last direct flight from London Gatwick to Athens usually departs at 16:10. Late flights can be convenient if you want to travel after work or in the evening. Do check whether it is a direct flight, as a connecting service could push the arrival time significantly later.

Question 9

Which airline is most commonly chosen for flights from London Gatwick to Athens?

Accepted Answer

For flights from London Gatwick to Athens, offers from Sky Express, easyJet and Hahn Air Systems are chosen most frequently. This reflects which airlines have been particularly popular with users on this route over the past year. Whether an airline suits you also depends on price, flight times, baggage and possible stopovers.

Question 10

In which months do idealo users most frequently search for flights from London Gatwick to Athens?

Accepted Answer

Flights from London Gatwick to Athens are most frequently searched for travel in August, February and March. If you are planning to fly in one of these months, it may be worth comparing offers early. Outside the most popular months, you may find more choice or cheaper connections.

Question 11

Which departure days are most popular for flights from London Gatwick to Athens?

Accepted Answer

For flights from London Gatwick to Athens, departures on Wednesday, Thursday and Friday are particularly in demand. Demand can be higher on popular travel days, so it is worth checking alternative departure days. You may find more suitable flight times or cheaper offers.

Question 12

How long is the typical stay on trips from London Gatwick to Athens?

Accepted Answer

For trips from London Gatwick to Athens, stays of 3, 12 and 14 days are most commonly searched. These trip lengths are particularly popular with idealo users on this route.

Question 13

Which airports near London Gatwick are frequently used for flights to Athens?

Accepted Answer

As well as London Gatwick airport, users also frequently search for flights from Bristol, London Heathrow and London Luton to Athens. Alternative departure airports can offer more choice of flight times, airlines or prices. Do also check how accessible each airport is for you.

	Outbound	Return	Airlines	Baggage	Price
London Gatwick Athens	Outbound 28/08/26 1 Stopover (TIA) W95701, W45213 24h 45min	Return 13/09/26 1 Stopover (IST) GQ0670, W95730 29h 00min	Wizz Air UK, Wizz Air Malta	?	£184
Best option London Gatwick Athens	Outbound 28/08/26 direct U28185 03h 40min	Return 13/09/26 direct U28186 03h 50min	easyJet		£234
London Gatwick Athens Please note: transfer for connecting flight	Outbound 05/09/26 1 Stopover (TIA) W95703, W45213 14h 35min	Return 20/09/26 1 Stopover (IST) A30990, W95730 16h 10min	Wizz Air UK, Wizz Air Malta		£188 found yesterday
London Gatwick Athens	Outbound 05/09/26 1 Stopover (ZRH) LX0431, LX1842 13h 30min	Return 20/09/26 1 Stopover (ZRH) LX1843, LX0430 27h 30min	Swiss International Air Lines		£326 found yesterday
London Gatwick Athens	Outbound 05/09/26 1 Stopover (BCN) VY7833, VY8104 11h 59min	Return 20/09/26 1 Stopover (BCN) VY8105, VY7832 10h 00min	Vueling Airlines		£196 found yesterday
London Gatwick Athens	Outbound 05/09/26 direct U28187 03h 40min	Return 20/09/26 1 Stopover (BCN) VY8105, VY7832 10h 00min	easyJet		£202 found yesterday
London Gatwick Athens	Outbound 28/08/26 direct U28185 03h 40min	Return 13/09/26 direct U28186 03h 50min	easyJet	?	£243
London Gatwick Athens	Outbound 05/09/26 direct U28187 03h 40min	Return 20/09/26 1 Stopover (BCN) VY8105, VY7832 10h 00min	easyJet	?	£251 found yesterday
London Gatwick Athens	Outbound 28/08/26 direct GQ0701 03h 35min	Return 13/09/26 direct GQ0700 04h 05min	Sky Express		£308
London Gatwick Athens	Outbound 28/08/26 direct GQ0701 03h 35min	Return 13/09/26 direct GQ0700 04h 05min	Sky Express		£340

Outbound and return from	183,27 £
Flight duration	min. 03:35 / max. 03:40
Return flight duration	min. 03:50/ max. 03:55
Distance	2396 km
Flights per week	11
Departure airport	Airport London Gatwick (LGW)
Arrival airport	Airport Athens (ATH)
Destination country	Flights to Greece
City-Code - Arrival airport	London - Athens
Departure airport - Destination country	London Gatwick - Greece

Flight Routes from London Gatwick to Athens

Our cheapest offers for flights from London Gatwick to Athens

London Gatwick

Athens

Tips and tricks to help you find cheap flights from London Gatwick to Athens

Useful information about the flight from London Gatwick to Athens

Athens - A classic destination for all ages

Best time for Athens visit

Useful tips for travellers

Local information for visitors to Athens

Important flight information

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Flight information: London Gatwick - Athens

Alternative routes to Greece

Alternative flights to Athens

Popular destinations for onward travel

Flight destinations with a similar price