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

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Birmingham to Athens International: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Birmingham to Athens below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Athens International.

Birmingham to Athens: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found114 €
Cheapest month to flyNovember
Average flight time3 hrs, 50 mins
Most popular airlineJet2
Average flights per week2

Finding cheap flights from Birmingham to Athens International: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Birmingham to Athens International is 114 €. 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 50 minutes is the average flight time from Birmingham to Athens International.
Jet2 flies direct from Birmingham to Athens International.
As of September 2025, there are 2 flights per week flying from Birmingham to Athens International.
The cheapest month to fly from Birmingham to Athens International is usually November.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Birmingham Airport to Athens International Airport on Monday, 17 November 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 3 hours and 50 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 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.
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.
Currently, Wizz Air Malta and Jet2 offer the cheapest flight tickets to Athens International.

Flying from Birmingham International Airport (BHX) to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH): what you need to know

  • The average length of a direct flight from Birmingham International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport is 3 hours 50 minutes.

  • Athens is two hours ahead of Birmingham and is in the UTC+2 timezone.

  • For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to board your BHX to ATH flight.

  • During popular months such as June, it's best to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights when you fly during peak periods in general.

  • Jet2 offers direct flights from Birmingham International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to see the sights in Athens — and maybe even more of Greece if you have time.

  • The airline with the highest booking volume on this route is Jet2.

  • If you'd like to explore another city along the way, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Birmingham International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport. These are the top stopovers between BHX and ATH:

    • Ioannis Kapodistrias Airport

    • Charles de Gaulle Airport

    • Franz Josef Strauss Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Birmingham International Airport (BHX) to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)

  • The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Birmingham International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport flight is 38 €. A return ticket is currently 114 €. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.

  • Book five months before flying. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from BHX to ATH.

  • The cheapest month for flights from Birmingham International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport is April. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have a flexible schedule.

  • You don't need to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment there's a better deal on cheap flights from BHX to ATH.

  • Discover the right flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Birmingham International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by airline, departure and arrival times, and journey duration.

Handy information about Birmingham International Airport (BHX)

  • 65.48% of flights leaving from Birmingham International Airport make it to their destination on time.

  • To get to Birmingham International Airport from central Birmingham, it takes about 25 minutes if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 24 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.

  • Expect a trip time of around 50 minutes when using public transport.

  • Have an early flight from Birmingham International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays near BHX:

Arriving at Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)

  • The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Birmingham International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near ATH instead:

  • Pick up an Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport rental car and explore Athens and beyond with your own wheels. Centauro, Green Motion and Surprice are popular outlets you can book with here.

  • Reserving your ride from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport about three weeks ahead can help you get the best possible rate.

Getting from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) to central Athens

  • Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to the centre of Athens has a drive time of around 35 minutes. It's approximately 40 kilometres away.

  • It takes roughly 1 hour to get there by public transport.

When to fly to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)

  • It's time to work out your dates for your flight from Birmingham International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport. July is the busiest month to head to Athens. If you prefer a more laid-back vibe, go in January.

  • The warmest month in Athens is July, with temperatures ranging between 22ºC (72ºF) and 37ºC (99ºF). Book your flights from Birmingham International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.

  • January sees average temperatures of between 4ºC (39ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF). Look for cheap tickets from BHX to ATH sometime around then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.

Explore more of Greece

  • Athens is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of Greece just waiting to be explored. About 306 kilometres north of Athens, a trip to Thessaloniki will keep you busy. Start with popular sights like Arch of Galerius, Aristotelous Square and Museum of Byzantine Culture.

  • Around 209 kilometres north-west of Athens, Larisa is another essential stop in Greece. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Agioi Saranta, Saint George Orthodox Church and Second Ancient Theatre.

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