Athens from London, Oct 23–25: $971 for two, all in
The verdict
Our verdict
Worth it, if
- $37 per person below the highest fare we saw for these dates
- ANDIE Kallithea Filaretou, rated 9.2 by 18 guests
- Highs 70–74°F, little rain expected
The catch: Not nonstop: a stop on the way, 9h 5m in all.
Worth it if you want to walk, eat and see things; skip it if you want to switch off.
Round-trip flights on FR from London to Athens cost $395 per person for Oct 23–25, 2026 when we checked, $37 below the highest fare we saw for these dates. Three places to stay start at $77 a night for the 2-night stay. The total, before you go: $943 for two, flights and ANDIE Kallithea Filaretou with taxes and fees. Prices move; every link below shows the live price.
The total, before you go
$971 for two · 2 nights · flights, hotel, taxes, fees & the resort fee
| For two | |
|---|---|
| Flights for two, round trip | $789 |
| ANDIE Kallithea Filaretou, 2 nights, two guests, taxes in | $154 |
| Resort fee, collected at the desk | $28 |
| The total, before you go | $971 |
| A checked bag each, round trip (not in the total) | about $160 |
$37 per person below the highest fare we saw for these dates.
Not in it: seat picks on basic fares and a checked bag (about $40 each way per bag on Ryanair, $160 for two round trip); the resort fee is counted above. Prices are what we found at the time shown; the booking site’s checkout is the binding one.
The flight
$395 per person, round trip
$789 for two, taxes and fees included · Ryanair · 1 stop · 9h 5m
Out Fri, Oct 23, 8:45 AM – Fri, Oct 23, 2:20 PM · back Sun, Oct 25, 6:05 PM – Sun, Oct 25, 9:35 PM
| Airline | Per person | Stops | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ryanair | $395 | 1 stop | 9h 5m |
| easyJet | $412 | 1 stop | 9h 15m |
| Ryanair | $395 | 1 stop | 11h 40m |
Prices checked Oct 16, 2026, 2:09 AM GMT+1. Prices change; the binding price is the one on the booking site.
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Why Athens
Why we picked it: Athens is the best value we priced for the weekend: $395 round trip.
The Acropolis above a gritty, lively capital with great food and rooftop bars, and the gateway to every Greek island.
Weather in Athens, Oct 23–25
Highs 70–74°F, little rain expected
| Day | High | Low | Rain chance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fri, Oct 23 | 74 °F | 57 °F | 19% |
| Sat, Oct 24 | 72 °F | 57 °F | 17% |
| Sun, Oct 25 | 70 °F | 60 °F | 13% |
Where to stay in Athens
ANDIE Kallithea Filaretou
$154 for 2 nights, two guests · $77 a night
See roomsAnthem Suites & Spa
$326 for 2 nights, two guests · $163 a night
See roomsAncient Agora Plaka
$310 for 2 nights, two guests · $155 a night
See roomsAll hotels in Athens for these dates
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Where in Athens
- Plaka / Monastiraki: The old quarter under the Acropolis, markets and rooftop views.
- Koukaki: Local cafés a few minutes' walk from the Acropolis Museum.
- Syntagma / Kolonaki: Grand hotels, shopping and the metro to the airport.
- Psyrri: Street art, mezze bars and nightlife.
- Athens Riviera (Glyfada / Vouliagmeni): Beaches and seaside hotels 30 minutes from the centre.
What to do in Athens
Signature experiences
- Climb the Acropolis early and visit the Acropolis Museum
- Watch the sunset from Lycabettus Hill
- Mezze and ouzo in Psyrri
- See the Changing of the Guard at Syntagma
- Day trip to Cape Sounion's Temple of Poseidon
- Swim at Vouliagmeni on the Athens Riviera
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Getting there and around
| Airports in London | Heathrow (LHR), Gatwick (LGW), Stansted (STN), Luton (LTN), London City (LCY) |
|---|---|
| Airports in Athens | Athens Eleftherios Venizelos (ATH) |
| Flight time | 9h 5m (1 stop) |
| Distance | 1,486 miles each way |
| Time difference | +2 hours |
What 2 nights in Athens costs
| Estimate | |
|---|---|
| Flights for two | $790 |
| Hotel, 2 nights (ANDIE Kallithea Filaretou) | $154 |
| Food, getting around and tickets, 2 days for two | $360 |
| Total for two | $1,304 |
Flights and hotel are the prices we found; spending is a planning estimate for a mid-range destination, per person per day times two.
Price history: London to Athens
| Per person | |
|---|---|
| This trip | $395 per person |
| Lowest in the last 30 days | $327 (Oct 16, 2026) |
| Price checks | 4 |
Good to know
- Passport: passport needed: travelers from the United Kingdom need a valid passport for Athens; check the expiry rule of the country before you book.
- Currency: euro (EUR).
Questions readers ask
How much does 2 nights in Athens from London cost?
About $1,304 for two: $790 in flights, $154 for the hotel and $360 for food, getting around and tickets.
What is the weather like in Athens Oct 23–25?
Highs 70–74°F, little rain expected
Do I need a passport for Athens?
Yes. Passport needed: travelers from the United Kingdom need a valid passport for Athens; check the expiry rule of the country before you book.
How long is the flight from London to Athens?
9h 5m with 1 stop on FR, on the fare we found.
Is $395 a good price for London to Athens?
We have 4 price checks on this route so far, not enough to call a price typical; the route page lists every fare we found and the history builds with each check.
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