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We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like London Heathrow to Santorini (Thira) flights are currently cheapest in May.

Direct flights from London Heathrow to Santorini (Thira)

London Heathrow to Santorini (Thira): Alternative routes

Compare routes from London Heathrow to Santorini (Thira) below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Santorini (Thira).

London to Santorini (Thira): Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$337
Cheapest month to flyMay
Average flight time3 hrs, 53 mins
Most popular airlineBritish Airways
Average flights per week15

Finding cheap flights from London Heathrow to Santorini (Thira): Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from London Heathrow to Santorini (Thira) is $337. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
3 hours and 53 minutes is the average flight time from London Heathrow to Santorini (Thira).
British Airways and American Airlines fly direct from London Heathrow to Santorini (Thira).
As of December 2025, there are 15 flights per week flying from London Heathrow to Santorini (Thira).
The cheapest month to fly from London Heathrow to Santorini (Thira) is usually May.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from London Heathrow Airport to Santorini (Thira) Airport on Tuesday, 19 May 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 3 hours and 53 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Santorini (Thira) but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Santorini (Thira) is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, SWISS and British Airways offer the cheapest flight tickets to Santorini (Thira).

Travelling from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Santorini International Airport (JTR): what you need to know

  • Hop on a direct flight from London Heathrow Airport to Santorini International Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 4 hours.

  • The timezone in Santorini (Thira) is UTC+2, which is two hours ahead of London.

  • Flights from LHR to JTR start from 08:00 — the earliest with British Airways. The latest departure is at 10:30 with British Airways. Overall, you can choose from five weekly London Heathrow Airport to Santorini International Airport flights.

  • Give yourself enough time to catch your LHR to JTR flight. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • Travelling during a peak time such as July? Public holidays and other popular periods can result in longer lines at security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.

  • Flying into Santorini (Thira) (and then exploring more of Greece!) is a cinch with British Airways. This popular airline has direct flights from London Heathrow Airport to Santorini International Airport.

  • British Airways is the airline most travellers choose for this route.

  • If you want to explore another city along the way, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from London Heathrow Airport to Santorini International Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between LHR and JTR:

    • Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport

    • Vienna International Airport

    • Brussels Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Santorini International Airport (JTR)

  • Currently, $219 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way London Heathrow Airport to Santorini International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $337. Keep in mind that fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.

  • Score cheap tickets from LHR to JTR by booking 11 months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.

  • Plan your trip for October. That's the cheapest month for flights from London Heathrow Airport to Santorini International Airport. If your travel dates are flexible, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfare across every month.

  • Save time searching for cheap flights from LHR to JTR by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when a lower fare pops up.

  • Select your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from London Heathrow Airport to Santorini International Airport.

Handy information about London Heathrow Airport (LHR)

  • 68.18% of flights leaving from London Heathrow Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.

  • Central London to London Heathrow Airport is around 31 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 55 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.

  • Expect a trip time of about 1 hour on public transport.

  • Searching for a convenient hotel close to LHR? If you're catching an early flight from London Heathrow Airport to Santorini International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from check-in:

Arriving at Santorini International Airport (JTR)

  • The last thing you need is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a London Heathrow Airport to Santorini International Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near JTR instead:

  • Get your adventure underway by picking up a Santorini International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Goldcar, CarQ or Centauro and explore beyond Santorini (Thira)'s usual tourist stops.

  • Secure the lowest price by reserving your ride from Santorini International Airport about three weeks before your departure date.

Getting from Santorini International Airport (JTR) to central Santorini (Thira)

  • Santorini International Airport is roughly 5 kilometres from the centre of Santorini (Thira). The drive time takes around 10 minutes.

When to fly to Santorini International Airport (JTR)

  • The quietest month for a flight from London Heathrow Airport to Santorini International Airport is February, while July is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to go to Santorini (Thira) based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.

  • Lock in your flight from London Heathrow Airport to Santorini International Airport for August if you'd like to explore Santorini (Thira) during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 23ºC and 27ºC.

  • If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from LHR to JTR in January. Temperatures average between 10ºC and 16ºC then.

Explore more of Greece

  • Santorini (Thira) has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of Greece waiting to be discovered. Around 225 kilometres north-west of Santorini (Thira), a trip to Athens will keep you on the move. Start with popular sights like Museum of the Centre for the Acropolis Studies, Acropolis of Athens and The Parthenon.

  • Larisa is another well-known destination in Greece and is around 451 kilometres north-west of Santorini (Thira). No trip is complete without a visit to Agioi Saranta, Saint George Orthodox Church and Second Ancient Theatre.

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