Cheap flights from New York (NYC) to Athens (ATH)

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From New York to Athens

What airport do you fly into for flights to Athens from New York?

Located just 12.3 mi from the city center, Athens Eleftherios V. is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Athens from New York. Booking flights from New York to Eleftherios V. (ATH) should be relatively easy as there are 15 daily inbound flights from New York from 30 different airlines.

Which airlines flying from New York to Athens Eleftherios V. have flexible cancellations due to COVID-19?

Emirates, Norwegian, and Delta are some of the carriers that may have flexible cancellation policies. You can use our site to filter for other airlines that may also have this kind of flexibility.

Can I find flights from New York to Athens for under $400 on Cheapflights?

Yes, there are multiple flights from New York to Athens for under $400. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Multiple Airlines for just $388, but on average you can expect to pay $419.

Are there nonstop flights from New York to Athens for under $500 on Cheapflights?

Cheapflights has at least 20 direct flights from New York to Athens under $500. A good price for a nonstop flight from New York to Athens is less than $525.

Are there last-minute flights available from New York to Athens for under $700?

There are currently 20+ open flights from New York to Athens within the next 7 days for less than $700.

What are the most popular routes from New York to Athens?

The most popular flight routes from New York to Athens are New York John F Kennedy Intl - Athens Eleftherios V., Newark - Athens Eleftherios V. and New York LaGuardia - Athens Eleftherios V..

What are the cheapest flights from New York to Athens?

Looking for the cheapest flight from New York to Athens? While on average our users pay $2,656, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $235. The most popular route (New York John F Kennedy Intl - Athens Eleftherios V.), is priced around $419.

What are the most popular airlines that fly from New York to Athens?

Hi Fly, Endeavor Airlines and Aegean Airlines are the most popular airlines when flying from New York to Athens.

What are the most reliable airlines from New York to Athens?

The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from New York to Athens are KLM (88%), Air France (88%) and Delta (88%).

What airports serve Athens from New York?

Various popular airports serve airlines flying to Athens from New York, including John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK), LaGuardia Airport (LGA), and Newark (EWR). These airports are among the busiest air passenger gateways serving their surrounding cities, and they have ample terminals. This journey will end in Athens at Eleftherios Venizelos, the busiest and largest airport in Greece. While the Athens international airport is a large one, it's not far from central Athens, whereby you can take about a 40min voyage on the Metro Line 3 or a 90min journey via rail on the Kiato Suburban Service.

Which airlines fly directly from New York to Athens?

Nonstop flights to Athens from New York are not available at this time. On this voyage, you might have to change planes once or twice at the layover locations. Common routes affiliated with flights from John F. Kennedy include one or two stops at Moscow Sheremetyevo, Istanbul, Frankfurt am Main, or Munich Franz Josef Strauss before arrival at Athens. Aeroflot often operates journeys with stops at Moscow, Turkish Airlines runs on trips that stop at Istanbul, while Lufthansa operates voyages with layovers at Frankfurt and Munich. When journeying from LaGuardia Airport, you're likely to make two stops: at Boston Logan International and Amsterdam Schiphol. The airline company that often serves this route is Delta. Your Athens trip from New York can also begin at Newark aboard Lufthansa or United Airlines, and frequent routes along this course involve one or two stops at Munich Franz Josef Strauss, Amsterdam Schiphol, or Frankfurt am Main.

What are the layover options between New York and Athens?

As nonstop flights on this trip aren't available, you have multiple layover airport options. Common layover locations include Moscow Sheremetyevo, Istanbul, and Frankfurt am Main if you journey from John F. Kennedy. Boston Logan International and Amsterdam Schiphol are layover airports for routes running from LaGuardia, and Munich Franz Josef Strauss is a frequent layover stop for flights from Newark. Stops can also occur at Warsaw Frederic Chopin, Paris Charles de Gaulle, or Washington Dulles International. Generally, layovers contribute to about 3-5h of the trip time, and the more stops, the longer the journey will be. However, a voyage with more stops is normally cheaper than those with fewer layovers.

Do I need a passport or visa to fly from New York to Athens?

If you're looking to travel to Athens from the USA, keep in mind that a passport is required to enter Greece. You should also confirm that your passport is valid for at least six months beyond the date of your departing flight and that it has at least two blank pages for stamps. Being part of the Schengen Agreement, Greece lets American citizens enter and tour its territories or conduct business without a visa. However, you can only stay in Athens for a maximum of 90 days.