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$217+ Cheap flights from New York, NY (NYC) to Athens (ATH)

NYC — ATH
Oct 17 — Oct 241
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from New York to Athens Eleftherios V. are usually found in April or January, booked 28 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Tuesday and return on a Wednesday

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Cheapest flights from New York to Athens

Wed 11/45:30 pm -
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Mon 11/91:55 pm -
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Deal found 9/14$577
Wed 11/258:05 pm -
1 stop33h 55m
Tue 12/12:30 pm -
1 stop14h 55m
Deal found 9/13$603
Thu 11/54:25 pm -
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Thu 11/127:05 am -
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Deal found 9/14$617
Fri 9/181:15 pm -
Nonstop9h 05m
Wed 9/237:55 am -
Nonstop10h 30m
Deal found 9/14$618
Thu 12/104:40 pm -
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Thu 12/176:00 am -
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Deal found 9/14$619
Thu 10/11:30 pm -
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Tue 10/137:55 am -
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Deal found 9/14$620
Thu 12/109:20 pm -
1 stop21h 00m
Thu 12/2411:45 am -
Nonstop11h 11m
Deal found 9/14$621
Thu 11/2610:35 am -
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2 stops19h 01m
Deal found 9/13$621
Fri 9/181:15 pm -
Nonstop9h 05m
Sat 9/266:40 pm -
Nonstop10h 30m
Deal found 9/12$622
Mon 10/128:30 pm -
1 stop21h 25m
Tue 10/206:55 am -
1 stop16h 40m
Deal found 9/14$623
Sat 10/248:30 pm -
1 stop31h 30m
Thu 12/31:00 pm -
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Deal found 9/13$623
Sat 9/1212:15 am -
Nonstop9h 05m
Wed 9/167:55 am -
Nonstop10h 30m
Deal found 9/12$624

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Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$577
(Justfly.com)

One-way from

$217
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

April

Average price

$783

Good round-trip deal

$758 or less

Good one-way deal

$275 or less
Provider with most accurate pricing for New York (NYC)-Athens Eleftherios V. flight deals.
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From New York (NYC) to Athens Eleftherios V.
One-way flight from New York (NYC) to Athens Eleftherios V.
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 13% potential increase in price ($124 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($20 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in September 2026
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New WindsorAthens

SWF New Windsor Stewart - ATH Athens Eleftherios V.

SWFATH

New Windsor Stewart

Sat 9/26

12:39 pm-11:55 am

3 stops40h 16m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-5:00 pm

Nonstop0h 00m

$321

New YorkAthens

JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl - ATH Athens Eleftherios V.

JFKATH

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 11/9

9:05 pm-12:50 am

1 stop20h 45m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-5:00 pm

Nonstop0h 00m

$345

New YorkAthens

JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl - ATH Athens Eleftherios V.

JFKATH

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 11/8

4:40 pm-6:35 pm

1 stop18h 55m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-5:00 pm

Nonstop0h 00m

$345

New YorkAthens

JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl - ATH Athens Eleftherios V.

JFKATH

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 11/19

10:00 pm-3:10 am

1 stop22h 10m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-5:00 pm

Nonstop0h 00m

$384

New YorkAthens

JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl - ATH Athens Eleftherios V.

JFKATH

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 11/14

10:00 pm-3:10 am

1 stop22h 10m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-5:00 pm

Nonstop0h 00m

$384

New YorkAthens

JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl - ATH Athens Eleftherios V.

JFKATH

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 11/13

10:00 pm-3:10 am

1 stop22h 10m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-5:00 pm

Nonstop0h 00m

$384

New YorkAthens

JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl - ATH Athens Eleftherios V.

JFKATH

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 10/22

7:30 pm-8:35 pm

1 stop18h 05m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-5:00 pm

Nonstop0h 00m

$392

New YorkAthens

JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl - ATH Athens Eleftherios V.

JFKATH

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 10/22

5:35 pm-6:35 pm

1 stop18h 00m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-5:00 pm

Nonstop0h 00m

$395

NewarkAthens

EWR Newark - ATH Athens Eleftherios V.

EWRATH

Newark

Fri 12/25

8:11 pm-6:25 pm

2 stops15h 14m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-5:00 pm

Nonstop0h 00m

$417

New YorkAthens

JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl - ATH Athens Eleftherios V.

JFKATH

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 10/10

7:30 pm-10:15 am

1 stop31h 45m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-5:00 pm

Nonstop0h 00m

$426

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ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
OvagoPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Justfly.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
JustAirTicketPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star
Kiwi.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
BudgetAirPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
BusinessClassPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*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 York-Athens flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on New York-Athens flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from New York-Athens flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on New York-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 York-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 York to Athens

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

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York to Athens (average of $648). Flying from New York to Athens in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,065). 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 NYC to ATH?

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from New York to Athens is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the afternoon tend to be the most expensive. A flight at noon could potentially save you up to 10% on airfare.

Weekly flight availability from New York to Athens

The most flights from NYC to ATH are scheduled on a Monday (16 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Sunday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (11 on average).

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from New York to Athens?

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.
New York to Athens flights typically cost between $600 and $1,021 in November.
The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was $577 on Multiple Airlines (Nov 4-Nov 9).

What’s the top layover airport for flights from New York to Athens?

Istanbul (IST) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 38% of 1-stop itineraries from New York to Athens on Cheapflights.

What’s the cheapest layover airport for flights from New York to Athens?

Barcelona (BCN) is the most affordable 1-stop option, with an average round-trip price of $395.

What’s the fastest layover option from New York to Athens?

Flights via Munich (MUC) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 12h 00m.

Which airport typically offers the quickest layover for flights from New York to Athens?

Flights via Dublin (DUB) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average layover time of 1h 20m.

How often are flights from New York to Athens delayed?

About 21% of weekly flights between New York and Athens have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 198 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for New York to Athens flights?

Historically, flights departing in the early afternoon are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving at night tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Saturday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Sunday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on New York to Athens flights?

Over the last year, American Airlines have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 16% of flights being delayed.

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

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from New York to Athens, you should look to book at least 78 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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

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

The best insider tips for New York to Athens flights

Cheapflights partnered with top experts to bring you the best recommendations for your New York to Athens trip
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Victoria M. Walker

Victoria M. Walker

Expert on Norse Atlantic Airways

Victoria M. Walker is an award-winning travel reporter who writes the “Carrying On” newsletter. Victoria writes about airlines and hotels and fell in love with travel after her first flight in 2014. She was raised in Virginia and is based in Brooklyn, NY. She is interested in finding the best pizza and coffee in every city she visits.

Blane Bachelor

Blane Bachelor

Expert on Emirates

Blane Bachelor is a journalist and editor specializing in travel and aviation who writes regularly for top global outlets. Born and raised in Florida, Blane has worked and lived in four countries, including the Netherlands, where she’s currently based with her family. Her favorite way to get to know a new destination is by running or riding a bike around town – or hearing a spooky ghost story about local history. She will always choose the window seat.

Harriet Baskas

Harriet Baskas

Expert on United Airlines

Harriet is an award-winning journalist who is happiest in an airport or an unusual museum. Her stories about airports, air travel, and the business of travel have appeared on NBC News, CNBC, USA TODAY, The Points Guy and other outlets. She is the creator of the StuckatTheAirport.com blog and the author of nine books. When not out on the road or exploring the latest airport amenities, she’s home in Seattle getting ready for the next adventure.

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Gabriel Leigh

Expert on KLM

Gabriel is a writer and video creator. As senior content producer for Flightradar24 and Monocle’s transport correspondent, he keeps a close eye on aviation in particular. He has also written travel articles for the likes of The New York Times. Born in New York but raised around the world, he now lives in Sweden. He’s been to 75 countries, flying 2.3 million miles on 113 airlines and through 234 airports in the process.

Brandon Schultz

Brandon Schultz

Expert on EWR and ATH

Brandon Schultz is an award-winning food and travel writer based in New York City. His work has appeared in Forbes, AAA, Thrillist, Travel + Leisure, and The Daily Meal, among many others, and he is the author of 6 books, including 3 cookbooks.

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Chris is a consumer travel reporter covering aviation, trending travel news, hotels, and loyalty programs—all for leading global publications like Travel + Leisure, The Washington Post, AFAR, and more. In addition to writing, Chris is a video host for Travel + Leisure, giving consumers an inside look at the latest in air travel.

Reviews of airlines servicing Athens

Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from New York to Athens, such as Emirates,Delta, andUnited Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SFO - DXB

Business class was too crowded. Flight attendants were too busy, and not attentive. Orders were not delivered and delayed in delivered. Always lines to us restrooms.

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SFO - DXB

Business class was too crowded. Flight attendants were too busy, and not attentive. Orders were not delivered and delayed in delivered. Always lines to us restrooms.

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SFO - DXB

Business class was too crowded. Flight attendants were too busy, and not attentive. Orders were not delivered and delayed in delivered. Always lines to us restrooms.

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SFO - DXB

Business class was too crowded. Flight attendants were too busy, and not attentive. Orders were not delivered and delayed in delivered. Always lines to us restrooms.

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SFO - DXB

Business class was too crowded. Flight attendants were too busy, and not attentive. Orders were not delivered and delayed in delivered. Always lines to us restrooms.

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SFO - DXB

Business class was too crowded. Flight attendants were too busy, and not attentive. Orders were not delivered and delayed in delivered. Always lines to us restrooms.

Related info for your journey

  • 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.

  • 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 14 daily inbound flights from New York from 27 different airlines.

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

    A quick flight from New York to Athens can take about 12h 35m. Delta provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $645. The distance between New York and Athens is about 4924 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    Currently priced at $252, Norse Atlantic Airways will fly you from New York to Athens and back. In addition to Norse Atlantic Airways, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Virgin Atlantic and A.P.G. - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $280 and $284, respectively. Norse Atlantic Airways is 68% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from New York to Athens one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $149 on Norse Atlantic Airways. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include A.P.G. from $217 and Hahn Air from $230 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes 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 American Airlines (91%), Alaska Airlines (91%) and Finnair (91%).

  • 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 $1,205, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $197. The most popular route (Newark - Athens Eleftherios V.), is priced around $533.

  • Where are the most common layover locations when flying from New York to Athens?

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a layover in Istanbul?

    Most Istanbul visitors opt to spend their time experiencing Taksim Square, Laleli Camii, and Sultan Ahmet Camii. Taksim Square, Laleli Camii, and Sultan Ahmet Camii can be visited by traveling about 20.8 mi, 21.5 mi, and 22.3 mi respectively from Istanbul. Those on a layover in Istanbul in need of a rental car can book one at Istanbul for about $46.

  • What are some popular points of interest to see during a layover in Munich?

    If you're on a layover in Munich and looking for things to do, consider visiting Theresienwiese, Marienplatz, or Altes Rathaus. Theresienwiese, Marienplatz and Altes Rathaus are located about 18.8 mi, 17.8 mi, and 17.8 mi, respectively from Munich Franz Josef Strauss if you are interested in checking them out. Those on a layover in Munich in need of a rental car can book one at Munich Franz Josef Strauss for about $39.

  • What are points of interest worth seeing during a layover in London?

    Most London visitors opt to spend their time at Hyde Park, Buckingham Palace, and Trafalgar Square. Those on a layover in London interested in visiting Hyde Park, Buckingham Palace, or Trafalgar Square can do so by traveling 12.5 mi, 13.7 mi, and 14.3 mi, respectively from London Heathrow. Those landing in London looking to spend some time exploring during their layover can rent a car for about $34 per day.

  • Where are the least popular layover locations for New York to Athens flights?

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from New York 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 York to Athens?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York to Athens (average of $648). Flying from New York to Athens in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,065). 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 York to Athens

AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
A.P.G.Cheapest$284Average$666FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
IberiaCheapest$302Average$1,050FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Aer LingusCheapest$334Average$688FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Air CanadaCheapest$366Average$767FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
SWISSCheapest$384Average$556FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
Scandinavian AirlinesCheapest$416Average$603FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
ITA AirwaysCheapest$427Average$564FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
LufthansaCheapest$431Average$728FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
Austrian AirlinesCheapest$475Average$996FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
LOTCheapest$499Average$625FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%

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