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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from London Stansted Airport to Athens International Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $145. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Athens.$134 per passenger.Departing Sun, 27 Sep, returning Sat, 17 Oct.Return flight with Ryanair.Outbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from London Stansted on Sun, 27 Sep, arriving in Athens International.Inbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from Athens International on Sat, 17 Oct, arriving in London Stansted.Price includes taxes and charges.From $134, select.

Athens.$145 per passenger.Departing Sun, 11 Oct, returning Sat, 17 Oct.Return flight with Ryanair.Outbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from London Stansted on Sun, 11 Oct, arriving in Athens International.Inbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from Athens International on Sat, 17 Oct, arriving in London Stansted.Price includes taxes and charges.From $145, select.

Athens.$145 per passenger.Departing Sat, 3 Oct, returning Thu, 12 Nov.Return flight with Ryanair.Outbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from London Stansted on Sat, 3 Oct, arriving in Athens International.Inbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from Athens International on Thu, 12 Nov, arriving in London Stansted.Price includes taxes and charges.From $145, select.

Athens.$150 per passenger.Departing Mon, 16 Nov, returning Mon, 7 Dec.Return flight with Ryanair.Outbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from London Stansted on Mon, 16 Nov, arriving in Athens International.Inbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from Athens International on Mon, 7 Dec, arriving in London Stansted.Price includes taxes and charges.From $150, select.

Athens.$156 per passenger.Departing Sat, 3 Oct, returning Mon, 7 Dec.Return flight with Ryanair.Outbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from London Stansted on Sat, 3 Oct, arriving in Athens International.Inbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from Athens International on Mon, 7 Dec, arriving in London Stansted.Price includes taxes and charges.From $156, select.

Athens.$156 per passenger.Departing Tue, 3 Nov, returning Thu, 12 Nov.Return flight with Ryanair.Outbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from London Stansted on Tue, 3 Nov, arriving in Athens International.Inbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from Athens International on Thu, 12 Nov, arriving in London Stansted.Price includes taxes and charges.From $156, select.

Athens.$167 per passenger.Departing Fri, 4 Dec, returning Mon, 7 Dec.Return flight with Ryanair.Outbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from London Stansted on Fri, 4 Dec, arriving in Athens International.Inbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from Athens International on Mon, 7 Dec, arriving in London Stansted.Price includes taxes and charges.From $167, select.

Athens.$167 per passenger.Departing Sun, 27 Sep, returning Tue, 10 Nov.Return flight with Ryanair and Wizz Air Malta.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from London Stansted on Sun, 27 Sep, arriving in Athens International.Inbound indirect flight with Wizz Air Malta, departs from Athens International on Tue, 10 Nov, arriving in London Stansted.Price includes taxes and charges.From $167, select.

Athens.$170 per passenger.Departing Wed, 30 Sep, returning Thu, 12 Nov.Return flight with Ryanair.Outbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from London Stansted on Wed, 30 Sep, arriving in Athens International.Inbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from Athens International on Thu, 12 Nov, arriving in London Stansted.Price includes taxes and charges.From $170, select.

Athens.$216 per passenger.Departing Sun, 27 Sep, returning Wed, 30 Sep.Return flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from London Stansted on Sun, 27 Sep, arriving in Athens International.Inbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Athens International on Wed, 30 Sep, arriving in London Stansted.Price includes taxes and charges.From $216, select.

Athens.$229 per passenger.Departing Tue, 2 Feb, returning Wed, 10 Feb.Return flight with Ryanair.Outbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from London Stansted on Tue, 2 Feb, arriving in Athens International.Inbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from Athens International on Wed, 10 Feb, arriving in London Stansted.Price includes taxes and charges.From $229, select.

Athens.$234 per passenger.Departing Wed, 3 Mar, returning Wed, 10 Mar.Return flight with Ryanair.Outbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from London Stansted on Wed, 3 Mar, arriving in Athens International.Inbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from Athens International on Wed, 10 Mar, arriving in London Stansted.Price includes taxes and charges.From $234, select.

Athens.$236 per passenger.Departing Wed, 24 Feb, returning Wed, 3 Mar.Return flight with Ryanair.Outbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from London Stansted on Wed, 24 Feb, arriving in Athens International.Inbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from Athens International on Wed, 3 Mar, arriving in London Stansted.Price includes taxes and charges.From $236, select.

Athens.$241 per passenger.Departing Wed, 18 Nov, returning Thu, 21 Jan.Return flight with Ryanair.Outbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from London Stansted on Wed, 18 Nov, arriving in Athens International.Inbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from Athens International on Thu, 21 Jan, arriving in London Stansted.Price includes taxes and charges.From $241, select.

Athens.$244 per passenger.Departing Wed, 27 Jan, returning Tue, 2 Feb.Return flight with Ryanair.Outbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from London Stansted on Wed, 27 Jan, arriving in Athens International.Inbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from Athens International on Tue, 2 Feb, arriving in London Stansted.Price includes taxes and charges.From $244, select.

Athens.$245 per passenger.Departing Mon, 14 Dec, returning Sat, 9 Jan.Return flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from London Stansted on Mon, 14 Dec, arriving in Athens International.Inbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Athens International on Sat, 9 Jan, arriving in London Stansted.Price includes taxes and charges.From $245, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from London Stansted to Athens International

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like London Stansted to Athens International flights are currently cheapest in October.

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Cheapest flight found	$134
Cheapest month to fly	September
Average flight time	3 hrs, 37 mins
Most popular airline	Ryanair
Average flights per week	9

Finding cheap flights from London Stansted to Athens International: Frequently asked questions

How much are return flights from London Stansted to Athens International?

The best price we found for a return flight from London Stansted to Athens International is $134. 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.

How long does it take to fly from London Stansted to Athens International?

3 hours and 37 minutes is the average flight time from London Stansted to Athens International.

Which airlines fly direct from London Stansted to Athens International?

Ryanair and Jet2 fly direct from London Stansted to Athens International.

How many flights are there a week from London Stansted to Athens International?

As of September 2026, there are 9 flights per week flying from London Stansted to Athens International.

When is the cheapest time to fly from London Stansted to Athens International?

The cheapest month to fly from London Stansted to Athens International is usually September.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from London Stansted Airport to Athens International Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from London Stansted Airport to Athens International Airport on Sunday, 27 September 2026.

Can I get a direct flight from London Stansted Airport to Athens International Airport?

Yes – the average flight time is 3 hours and 37 minutes.

How can I find the best flight deal to Athens International?

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 Athens International 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.

When is the best time to book flights to Athens?

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Athens is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly from London Stansted Airport to Athens International with?

Currently, Ryanair offers the cheapest flight tickets to Athens International.

Travelling from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Athens International Airport (ATH): what you need to know

Jump on a direct flight from London Stansted Airport to Athens International Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 3 hours 45 minutes.
Athens's timezone is UTC+2, making Athens two hours ahead of London.
Flights from STN to ATH start from 06:45 — the earliest with Ryanair. The last departure is at 18:25 with Ryanair. Overall, there are ten weekly London Stansted Airport to Athens International Airport flights.
Give yourself enough time to make your STN to ATH flight. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like August, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights when you fly during peak periods in general.
Jetting into Athens (and then exploring more of Greece!) is a breeze with Ryanair. This popular carrier offers direct flights from London Stansted Airport to Athens International Airport.
The majority of passengers choose to fly with Ryanair on this route.
With an impressive 86.02% of services arriving as planned, Ryanair is the most punctual carrier for STN to ATH flights.
If you'd like to explore another city along the way, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from London Stansted Airport to Athens International Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between STN and ATH:
- Cologne Airport
- Luxembourg Airport
- Crete Chania Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Athens International Airport (ATH)

The cheapest price we've found for a one-way London Stansted Airport to Athens International Airport flight is $41. A round-trip fare right now is $134. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
Get cheap tickets from STN to ATH by booking eight months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for picking up a bargain.
January is the cheapest month for flights from London Stansted Airport to Athens International Airport. If you want to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares for each month.
Picking up cheap flights from STN to ATH is a cinch with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch as soon as a lower fare pops up.
Tailor your flights with filters. Select your ideal arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from London Stansted Airport to Athens International Airport.

Handy information about London Stansted Airport (STN)

London Stansted Airport maintains a strong on-time record, reducing the likelihood of delays. Departures from STN land on schedule 80% of the time.
Central London to London Stansted Airport is approximately 56 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 1 hour 5 minutes to get there if you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving.
The journey when using public transport takes roughly 45 minutes.
Need a handy hotel near STN? If you're boarding an early flight from London Stansted Airport to Athens International Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your check-in counter:

Arriving at Athens International Airport (ATH)

The last thing you need is a long trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late London Stansted Airport to Athens International Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near ATH instead:
Travel at your own speed with a Athens International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Centauro, Green Motion or Surprice and chase adventure across Athens and beyond.
For the best deal, book your vehicle from Athens International Airport around three weeks before you travel.

Getting from Athens International Airport (ATH) to central Athens

From Athens International Airport, Athens is approximately 32 kilometres away. It takes around 35 minutes to reach the centre by car.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 40 minutes.

When to fly to Athens International Airport (ATH)

August is the most popular month for flights from London Stansted Airport to Athens International Airport. To skip the crowds, go to Athens in March.
Lock in your flight from London Stansted Airport to Athens International Airport for July if you'd like to visit Athens during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 22ºC and 37ºC.
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from STN to ATH in January. Temperatures average between 4ºC and 14ºC then.

Explore more of Greece

You've done Athens, now it's time to explore other corners of Greece. Travel about 306 kilometres north to Thessaloniki to check off its leading sights. From Church of Agia Sofia to Archaeological Museum of Thessaloniki and Alexander the Great Statue, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Around 209 kilometres north-west of Athens, Larisa is another essential stop in Greece. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Larissa Ancient Ruins, Municipal Art Gallery of Larissa and The Church Of St. George.