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Milo Boyd

Best months to visit Greece if you want cheap holidays and great weather

The cheapest time of the year to enjoy Greece holidays is just around the corner.

According to an analysis of flight data, Brits looking to head to the cradle of democracy for an island jaunt or historical tour are best to do so in February, March or April.

Travel experts at Destination2 looked for the cheapest fares from London to Athens, and found that tickets could be bagged for £17.

If you are looking for a really budget trip, then a holiday in Greece during February is your best bet.

During the off season far fewer people visit the country, meaning hotel rooms can be secured for cut price.

Currently there are two person rooms which can be rented for £26 a night in February on the island of Naxos, as well as £26 rooms in a three star hotel on Poros during the same month.

The country can be flown to for just £17 (Getty Images)

For those wanting to experience the Mediterranean, sun drenched vibes of Greece at its best, it might be wise to wait until April to fly out.

The average temperature reaches 20C in April on the mainland, with plenty of days of hitting the mid-20s.

The tourist industry in the country also begins to open up in the spring, meaning there is a much greater array of places to stay to chose from.

While they may be a little more expensive than in the colder winter months, visiting Greece during Easter is a great idea.

The festival is very significant in the country and celebrations start a week before Good Friday.

Church services are held each night, with more and more people attending throughout the week.

The largest turnout is for the Anastasi mass on Holy Saturday, which marks the night of Christ's resurrection.

The weather in the country begins to warm up in March and April (Getty Images/iStockphoto)

If you’re wanting to visit the Greek islands, it’s not recommended to plan a trip during the winter months as the tourism industry essentially shuts down during the winter season.

However, Athens, Thessaloniki, and some of the other Greek metropolises are open for visitors year-round.

Not only will you be able to find some great deals, many of the country's iconic monuments will be relatively empty and much calmer than in the summer.

If you do make it to Greece this year, there are plenty of stunning and ancient monuments to visit.

The Acropolis of Athens is one of the most iconic places in the world and a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

The ancient citadel is home to many of the most famous Ancient Greek monuments, including the Parthenon, the Propylaea, and the Temple of Athena Nike.

The ancient monument is arguably the most famous spot in Greece (Getty Images)

If Athens isn't your cup of tea, then Thessaloniki - the country's vibrant second city - may be.

It has plenty of attractions to explore, such as the Church of Hagia Sophia, the White Tower, and the Arch of Galerius.

A gentler atmosphere still can be found on Santorini, a breathtakingly beautiful island that is one of the most popular tourist destinations in Greece.

There you can enjoy stunning views of the crater of the volcano and take a dip in the hot springs.

You can find out more on destination2.co.uk.

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