ATH
Athens
Greece
2,393 km
1,487 miles
LGW
London
United Kingdom
Distance
2,393 km
1,487 mi / 1,292 nm
Est. Flight Time
4h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
-2h
Europe/Athens
Heading
316°
northwest

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Airport Comparison

ATH LGW
Airport Name Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport London Gatwick Airport
IATA Code ATH LGW
ICAO Code LGAV EGKK
City Athens London
Country Greece United Kingdom
Timezone Europe/Athens Europe/London
Elevation 308 ft 202 ft
Coordinates 37.940000, 23.940000 51.150000, -0.190000

Athens (ATH) to London (LGW) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) in Athens, Greece to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) in London, United Kingdom is 2,393 kilometers (1,487 miles / 1,292 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying northwest at a heading of 316°.

This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.

This is an international route connecting Greece with United Kingdom. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 01:53 in Athens, it's 23:53 in London.

The return flight from London (LGW) to Athens (ATH) follows a heading of 118° (east southeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) and London Gatwick Airport (LGW) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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