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London to Athens flight compensation

If your flight from London to Athens was delayed, cancelled or caused you to miss a connection, you may be entitled to compensation. FlightClaimly helps you check your case and handle the claim process.

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Quick facts

Route
London → Athens
Origin airport
London Stansted Airport (STN)
Destination airport
Athens International Airport (ATH)
Countries
United Kingdom → Greece

About London to Athens

Flights from London to Athens connect London Stansted Airport in United Kingdom with Athens International Airport in Greece. Depending on the airline, route, delay length and reason for the disruption, passengers may be protected by EU261 or UK261 when flights are delayed, cancelled or disrupted.

How much compensation can you receive?

The amount of compensation depends on the flight distance and the length of the delay at arrival. Eligible passengers may receive between €250 and €600.

Up to 1,500 km
€250
Short-haul flights
1,500–3,500 km
€400
Medium-haul flights
Over 3,500 km
€600
Long-haul flights

Passenger rights under EU261

Passengers flying from London Stansted Airport to Athens International Airport may have the right to compensation when the flight arrives at least three hours late, is cancelled at short notice, or causes a missed connection, as long as the disruption was within the airline's control.

When are you entitled to compensation?

To qualify for compensation, the flight disruption must normally be within the airline's control. Delays caused by technical issues, operational problems or crew shortages may qualify, while extraordinary circumstances such as severe weather, airport restrictions or air traffic control decisions may not.

London to Athens compensation statistics

The statistics below provide an overview of passenger compensation rules and help explain when compensation may apply.

STN → ATH
Route

London Stansted Airport to Athens International Airport.

€600
Maximum compensation

Per passenger when the route and disruption qualify under EU261 or UK261.

3h+
Delay threshold

Compensation normally requires an arrival delay of at least three hours.

What happens after you submit your claim?

After you submit your claim, FlightClaimly reviews your information, prepares the claim and follows up with the airline throughout the process.

  1. 1

    Submit your claim

    You check your flight, add your passenger details and upload the documents needed to start the case.

  2. 2

    FlightClaimly reviews the case

    We review the information and prepare the claim before contacting the airline.

  3. 3

    The airline responds

    The airline reviews the claim and may approve, reject or request additional information.

  4. 4

    You receive your payout

    If the claim is successful, FlightClaimly helps complete the payout process.

How the claim process works

  1. 1Check your flight details and tell us what happened.
  2. 2Confirm whether the disruption may qualify under EU261 or UK261.
  3. 3Add your passenger details and booking reference.
  4. 4Sign the authority form so FlightClaimly can handle the claim.
  5. 5Upload your supporting documents.
  6. 6FlightClaimly submits the claim and follows up with the airline.

Common London to Athens disruption types

  • ✓ Flight delayed more than 3 hours
  • ✓ Flight cancelled
  • ✓ Missed connection
  • ✓ Denied boarding
  • ✓ Technical problems
  • ✓ Operational disruption
  • ✓ Crew shortage
  • ✓ Strike
  • ✓ Bad weather

Frequently asked questions

Can I claim compensation for a delayed flight from London to Athens?

You may be entitled to compensation if your flight from London Stansted Airport to Athens International Airport arrived at least three hours late and the disruption was within the airline's control. Eligibility depends on the operating airline, the reason for the delay and whether EU261 or UK261 applies.

How much compensation can I receive for the London to Athens route?

Eligible passengers may receive between €250 and €600. The final amount depends primarily on the flight distance, the arrival delay and the rules that apply to the journey.

Does EU261 apply to flights from United Kingdom to Greece?

EU261 may apply depending on where the flight departed, where it arrived and which airline operated the flight. FlightClaimly checks the route and operating airline when assessing your case.

Can I claim if my London to Athens flight was cancelled?

You may have a claim if the airline cancelled the flight at short notice and the cancellation was not caused by extraordinary circumstances. The alternative transport and notice provided by the airline can also affect eligibility.

What documents do I need for a London to Athens compensation claim?

You should normally keep your booking confirmation, flight details, passenger information and any messages received from the airline about the disruption. Additional documents may be requested while the claim is reviewed.

Airports on this route

Airport
Athens International Airport
Airport
London Stansted Airport

Airlines operating this route

Airline
easyJet
Airline
Ryanair

Countries connected by this route

Country
United Kingdom
Country
Greece

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Marseille Provence Airport (MRS) to Athens International Airport (ATH)

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Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP) to London Stansted Airport (STN)

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Nice Côte d'Azur Airport (NCE) to Athens International Airport (ATH)

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Palma de Mallorca Airport (PMI) to Athens International Airport (ATH)

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London Stansted Airport (STN) to Malaga Airport (AGP)

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London Stansted Airport (STN) to Mytilene International Airport (MJT)

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London Stansted Airport (STN) to Santorini Airport (JTR)

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Malaga Airport (AGP) to London Stansted Airport (STN)

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London Stansted Airport (STN) to Manchester Airport (MAN)

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Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Stansted Airport (STN)

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Düsseldorf Airport (DUS) to Athens International Airport (ATH)

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Alicante Airport (ALC) to London Stansted Airport (STN)

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Budapest Ferenc Liszt Airport (BUD) to London Stansted Airport (STN)

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Hamburg Airport (HAM) to London Stansted Airport (STN)

Larnaca → London

Larnaca International Airport (LCA) to London Stansted Airport (STN)

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London Stansted Airport (STN) to Alicante Airport (ALC)

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London Stansted Airport (STN) to Budapest Ferenc Liszt Airport (BUD)

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London Stansted Airport (STN) to Hamburg Airport (HAM)

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London Stansted Airport (STN) to Larnaca International Airport (LCA)

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London Stansted Airport (STN) to Malta International Airport (MLA)

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London Stansted Airport (STN) to Palma de Mallorca Airport (PMI)

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London Stansted Airport (STN) to Porto Airport (OPO)

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London Stansted Airport (STN) to Riga International Airport (RIX)

Luqa → London

Malta International Airport (MLA) to London Stansted Airport (STN)

Palma → London

Palma de Mallorca Airport (PMI) to London Stansted Airport (STN)

Porto → London

Porto Airport (OPO) to London Stansted Airport (STN)

Riga → London

Riga International Airport (RIX) to London Stansted Airport (STN)

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Sofia Airport (SOF) to London Stansted Airport (STN)

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Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to London Stansted Airport (STN)

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Geneva Airport (GVA) to London Stansted Airport (STN)

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London Stansted Airport (STN) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)

London → Geneva

London Stansted Airport (STN) to Geneva Airport (GVA)

London → Lyon

London Stansted Airport (STN) to Lyon-Saint Exupéry Airport (LYS)

London → Marseille

London Stansted Airport (STN) to Marseille Provence Airport (MRS)

London → Nice

London Stansted Airport (STN) to Nice Côte d'Azur Airport (NCE)

London → Prague

London Stansted Airport (STN) to Václav Havel Airport Prague (PRG)

Lyon → London

Lyon-Saint Exupéry Airport (LYS) to London Stansted Airport (STN)

Marseille → London

Marseille Provence Airport (MRS) to London Stansted Airport (STN)

Nice → London

Nice Côte d'Azur Airport (NCE) to London Stansted Airport (STN)

Prague → London

Václav Havel Airport Prague (PRG) to London Stansted Airport (STN)

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