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$451+ Cheap flights from New Orleans (MSY) to Athens (ATH)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 3/17. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MSY — ATH
Nov 19 — Nov 261
Wed 11/19
Wed 11/26
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from New Orleans Louis Armstrong to Athens Eleftherios V. are usually found in November or January, booked 56 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Wednesday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from New Orleans to Athens

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from New Orleans (MSY) to Athens (ATH). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated October 20, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$476
(lastminute.com)

One-way from

$451
(Cheapflightsfares)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$1,101
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Cheapest flights from New Orleans to Athens
Explore the most affordable flight options available from New Orleans to Athens. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on October 20, 2025.

This lastminute.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/18. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure lastminute.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/16:05 pmMSY - ATH
2 stops38h 35mMultiple Airlines
Tue 12/166:25 amATH - MSY
2 stops23h 56mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/18$476
This Tripair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/18. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Tripair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/111:29 amMSY - ATH
1 stop14h 41mVirgin Atlantic
Tue 12/1612:50 pmATH - MSY
1 stop29h 53mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 10/18$480
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/18. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/177:59 pmMSY - ATH
1 stop30h 36mDelta
Fri 11/2812:50 pmATH - MSY
1 stop29h 44mDelta
Deal found 10/18$489
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/18. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/1911:29 amMSY - ATH
2 stops18h 06mDelta
Fri 11/2812:50 pmATH - MSY
1 stop29h 44mDelta
Deal found 10/18$493
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/18. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/1811:22 amMSY - ATH
1 stop14h 43mUnited Airlines
Tue 11/256:35 amATH - MSY
2 stops21h 03mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/18$494
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/18. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/1911:29 amMSY - ATH
1 stop15h 06mVirgin Atlantic
Thu 11/2712:50 pmATH - MSY
1 stop29h 44mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 10/18$495
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/18. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/177:30 amMSY - ATH
2 stops19h 05mDelta
Wed 11/261:45 pmATH - MSY
2 stops32h 30mDelta
Deal found 10/18$496
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/18. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/177:00 amMSY - ATH
2 stops20h 10mAir Canada
Tue 11/256:25 amATH - MSY
2 stops42h 52mAir Canada
Deal found 10/18$499
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/18. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/1911:29 amMSY - ATH
2 stops18h 06mDelta
Wed 11/261:45 pmATH - MSY
2 stops32h 30mDelta
Deal found 10/18$500
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/196:05 amMSY - ATH
2 stops21h 30mAir Canada
Thu 11/277:05 amATH - MSY
2 stops42h 12mAir Canada
Deal found 10/20$501
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/18. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/187:55 pmMSY - ATH
1 stop33h 25mBritish Airways
Mon 11/248:10 pmATH - MSY
1 stop29h 45mBritish Airways
Deal found 10/18$502
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/19. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/196:05 amMSY - ATH
2 stops21h 30mUnited Airlines
Thu 11/276:35 amATH - MSY
2 stops21h 30mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/19$503

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Customize your flight search to find flights from New Orleans to Athens that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated October 20, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from New Orleans to Athens that are best for you.

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New OrleansAthens

MSY - ATH

MSYATH

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 11/18

9:12 am-10:35 am

2 stops17h 23m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Fri 11/28

12:50 pm-10:34 am

1 stop29h 44m

$489

New OrleansAthens

MSY - ATH

MSYATH

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 11/17

7:59 pm-10:35 am

1 stop30h 36m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Thu 11/27

12:50 pm-10:25 am

1 stop29h 35m

$489

New OrleansAthens

MSY - ATH

MSYATH

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 11/18

7:55 pm-1:20 pm

1 stop33h 25m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Mon 11/24

8:10 pm-5:55 pm

1 stop29h 45m

$502

New OrleansAthens

MSY - ATH

MSYATH

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Wed 11/19

6:05 am-11:35 am

2 stops21h 30m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Thu 11/27

6:35 am-8:05 pm

2 stops21h 30m

$503

New OrleansAthens

MSY - ATH

MSYATH

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sun 11/16

5:15 am-10:05 am

2 stops20h 50m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Tue 11/25

6:25 am-5:45 pm

2 stops19h 20m

$506

New OrleansAthens

MSY - ATH

MSYATH

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Wed 11/19

10:54 am-3:05 pm

2 stops20h 11m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Thu 11/27

7:30 am-5:55 pm

1 stop18h 25m

$506

New OrleansAthens

MSY - ATH

MSYATH

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Wed 11/19

11:29 am-1:35 pm

2 stops18h 06m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Thu 11/27

12:50 pm-10:34 am

1 stop29h 44m

$507

New OrleansAthens

MSY - ATH

MSYATH

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 12/2

2:29 pm-1:40 am

2 stops27h 11m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Tue 12/9

6:25 am-6:49 pm

2 stops20h 24m

$507

New OrleansAthens

MSY - ATH

MSYATH

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 3/17

8:55 pm-1:20 am

1 stop21h 25m

$451

New OrleansAthens

MSY - ATH

MSYATH

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 3/17

4:06 pm-1:40 am

2 stops26h 34m

$454

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Compare providers for flights from New Orleans to Athens

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from New Orleans to Athens in October.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
OvagoPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*2 stars
CheapfaremartPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on New Orleans-Athens flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on New Orleans-Athens flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from New Orleans-Athens flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on New Orleans-Athens flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for New Orleans-Athens flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from New Orleans to Athens

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Athens from New Orleans with our price prediction graph.
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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from New Orleans to Athens

How far ahead should I book a flight from New Orleans to Athens?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from New Orleans to Athens. Price data was last updated on October 17, 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from New Orleans to Athens may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 55 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from New Orleans to Athens?

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Orleans to Athens (average of $603). Flying from New Orleans to Athens in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,027). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from MSY to ATH?

Find hourly flight availability from New Orleans to Athens. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated October 20, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from New Orleans to Athens in the afternoon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 21% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the morning.

What is the cheapest day to fly from New Orleans to Athens?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from New Orleans to Athens. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their New Orleans to Athens flight should consider departing on Monday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Reviews of airlines servicing Athens

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Athens. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Athens. Reviews last updated October 20, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Delta, United Airlines, and American Airlines from New Orleans to Athens. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.9
Good
7,978 reviews

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Matthew,Oct 2025

GSP - ATL

This is always a full flight since it is the connecting route to primary destinations through Atlanta. That said, the crew handles the full load well. Not much more to say, it is a short flight with no in-flight services due to the length.
Delta
7.9
Good
7,978 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
7,978 reviews

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Matthew,Oct 2025

GSP - ATL

This is always a full flight since it is the connecting route to primary destinations through Atlanta. That said, the crew handles the full load well. Not much more to say, it is a short flight with no in-flight services due to the length.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,993 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
7,978 reviews

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Matthew,Oct 2025

GSP - ATL

This is always a full flight since it is the connecting route to primary destinations through Atlanta. That said, the crew handles the full load well. Not much more to say, it is a short flight with no in-flight services due to the length.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,026 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
7,978 reviews

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Matthew,Oct 2025

GSP - ATL

This is always a full flight since it is the connecting route to primary destinations through Atlanta. That said, the crew handles the full load well. Not much more to say, it is a short flight with no in-flight services due to the length.
Lufthansa
6.8
Okay
7,503 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
7,978 reviews

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Matthew,Oct 2025

GSP - ATL

This is always a full flight since it is the connecting route to primary destinations through Atlanta. That said, the crew handles the full load well. Not much more to say, it is a short flight with no in-flight services due to the length.
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,461 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
7,978 reviews

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Matthew,Oct 2025

GSP - ATL

This is always a full flight since it is the connecting route to primary destinations through Atlanta. That said, the crew handles the full load well. Not much more to say, it is a short flight with no in-flight services due to the length.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from New Orleans to Athens. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How long is the flight from New Orleans to Athens?

    Departing from New Orleans to Athens will take you 20h. The distance between New Orleans and Athens is about 6106 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from New Orleans to Athens round-trip?

    Currently priced at $616, Air Canada will fly you from New Orleans to Athens and back. In addition to Air Canada, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from British Airways and American Airlines - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $630 and $662, respectively. You may be able to fly from New Orleans to Athens for 47% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • Can I find deals for flights from New Orleans to Athens that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on New Orleans to Athens flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from New Orleans to Athens?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from New Orleans to Athens.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from New Orleans to Athens?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from New Orleans to Athens by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from New Orleans to Athens?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Orleans to Athens (average of $603). Flying from New Orleans to Athens in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,027). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 10 airlines flying from New Orleans to Athens

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from New Orleans to Athens. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated October 20, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air CanadaCheapest$616Average$1,287FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
British AirwaysCheapest$630Average$1,118FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
American AirlinesCheapest$662Average$1,227FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$681Average$1,319FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$755Average$1,286FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
LufthansaCheapest$771Average$1,262FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
Scandinavian AirlinesCheapest$784Average$1,004FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Virgin AtlanticCheapest$802Average$1,506FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
KLMCheapest$875Average$1,349FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Air FranceCheapest$1,037Average$1,485FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%

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