HEW
Athens
Greece
2,417 km
1,502 miles
LHR
London
United Kingdom
Distance
2,417 km
1,502 mi / 1,305 nm
Est. Flight Time
4h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
-2h
Europe/Athens
Heading
316°
northwest

Airport Comparison

HEW LHR
Airport Name Athen Helenikon Airport London Heathrow Airport
IATA Code HEW LHR
ICAO Code LGAT EGLL
City Athens London
Country Greece United Kingdom
Timezone Europe/Athens Europe/London
Elevation 69 ft 83 ft
Coordinates 37.890000, 23.730000 51.470000, -0.460000

Athens (HEW) to London (LHR) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Athen Helenikon Airport (HEW) in Athens, Greece to London Heathrow Airport (LHR) in London, United Kingdom is 2,417 kilometers (1,502 miles / 1,305 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 20:42 in Athens, it's 18:42 in London.

The return flight from London (LHR) to Athens (HEW) follows a heading of 119° (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 Athen Helenikon Airport (HEW) and London Heathrow Airport (LHR) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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