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$245+ Cheap flights from the United States to Athens (ATH)

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LAX — ATH
May 4 — May 111
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Cheap flight deals from USA to Athens

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Most accurate provider

AranGrant
3 stars

Most trusted provider

AranGrant
3 stars

Round-trip from

$415
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$245
(Gotogate)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

April

Average price

$648

Good round-trip deal

$630 or less

Good one-way deal

$304 or less
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From USA to Athens Eleftherios V.
One-way flight from USA to Athens Eleftherios V.
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 15% potential increase in price ($158 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($22 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Cheapest flights from USA to Athens
Explore the most affordable flight options available from USA to Athens. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 29, 2025.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/27. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/71:25 pmJFK - ATH
Nonstop9h 05mNorse Atlantic Airways
Wed 5/147:55 amATH - JFK
Nonstop10h 30mNorse Atlantic Airways
Deal found 4/27$415
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/286:45 pmJFK - ATH
1 stop17h 55mScandinavian Airlines
Tue 11/119:10 pmATH - JFK
2 stops25h 45mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 4/28$444
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/712:30 amJFK - ATH
1 stop15h 35mMultiple Airlines
Thu 5/227:55 amATH - JFK
Nonstop10h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/28$480
This Ticket deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 Ticket is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/812:55 pmJFK - ATH
Nonstop9h 05mA.P.G.
Thu 5/227:55 amATH - JFK
Nonstop10h 30mA.P.G.
Deal found 4/28$513
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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.
Tue 11/49:45 amJFK - ATH
1 stop18h 45mAir Canada
Tue 11/181:15 pmATH - JFK
2 stops38h 27mAir Canada
Deal found 4/28$533
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 Justfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/43:50 pmLGA - ATH
1 stop12h 40mAir Canada
Tue 11/181:15 pmATH - LGA
2 stops34h 43mAir Canada
Deal found 4/28$533
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/127:30 pmJFK - ATH
1 stop15h 05mAmerican Airlines
Tue 5/203:55 pmATH - JFK
Nonstop10h 40mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/28$544
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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.
Wed 5/148:05 pmJFK - ATH
1 stop13h 40mBritish Airways
Tue 5/203:55 pmATH - JFK
Nonstop10h 40mBritish Airways
Deal found 4/28$545
This Air Serbia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/27. 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 Serbia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/261:50 pmJFK - ATH
1 stop30h 35mAir Serbia
Tue 9/234:30 amATH - JFK
1 stop14h 20mAir Serbia
Deal found 4/27$549
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/27. 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.
Mon 11/242:32 pmLGA - ATH
2 stops15h 23mUnited Airlines
Wed 12/36:25 amATH - LGA
2 stops15h 18mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/27$552
This SWISS deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 SWISS is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/264:25 pmJFK - ATH
1 stop17h 15mSWISS
Tue 12/25:40 pmATH - JFK
1 stop26h 25mSWISS
Deal found 4/28$555
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 5/132:29 pmLGA - ATH
1 stop13h 41mBritish Airways
Tue 5/2011:05 amATH - LGA
1 stop16h 14mBritish Airways
Deal found 4/28$555

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Customize your flight search to find flights from USA 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 April 29, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from the United States to Athens that are best for you.

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USA

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New YorkAthens

JFK - ATH

JFKATH

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 5/8

12:55 pm-5:00 am

Nonstop9h 05m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Thu 5/22

7:55 am-11:25 am

Nonstop10h 30m

$416

New YorkAthens

JFK - ATH

JFKATH

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 5/8

12:55 pm-5:00 am

Nonstop9h 05m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Thu 5/15

7:55 am-11:25 am

Nonstop10h 30m

$453

New YorkAthens

JFK - ATH

JFKATH

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 8/20

6:55 pm-6:50 pm

1 stop16h 55m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Tue 9/2

10:00 pm-5:00 pm

2 stops26h 00m

$454

New YorkAthens

JFK - ATH

JFKATH

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 5/8

12:55 pm-5:00 am

Nonstop9h 05m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Thu 5/22

7:55 am-11:25 am

Nonstop10h 30m

$513

New YorkAthens

JFK - ATH

JFKATH

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 5/12

7:30 pm-5:35 pm

1 stop15h 05m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Tue 5/20

3:55 pm-7:35 pm

Nonstop10h 40m

$544

New YorkAthens

JFK - ATH

JFKATH

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 5/14

8:05 pm-4:45 pm

1 stop13h 40m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Tue 5/20

3:55 pm-7:35 pm

Nonstop10h 40m

$545

New YorkAthens

JFK - ATH

JFKATH

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 8/26

1:50 pm-3:25 am

1 stop30h 35m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Thu 10/2

4:30 am-5:25 pm

1 stop19h 55m

$549

New YorkAthens

LGA - ATH

LGAATH

New York LaGuardia

Tue 5/13

2:29 pm-11:10 am

1 stop13h 41m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Tue 5/20

11:05 am-8:19 pm

1 stop16h 14m

$555

Washington, D.C.Athens

IAD - ATH

IADATH

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 10/6

10:05 pm-6:50 pm

1 stop13h 45m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Thu 10/16

11:30 am-7:59 pm

2 stops15h 29m

$597

New YorkAthens

LGA - ATH

LGAATH

New York LaGuardia

Tue 5/13

7:05 am-10:05 am

1 stop20h 00m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Tue 5/20

12:10 pm-6:08 pm

1 stop12h 58m

$603

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

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from USA to Athens (average of $679). Flying from USA to Athens in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,309). 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 US to ATH?

Find hourly flight availability from USA 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 April 29, 2025.

When flying from USA to Athens, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Rainfall in Athens by month

Plan your trip to Athens by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Athens ranges from 0.2 - 2.5 inches per month. December is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 2.5 in. June is typically the driest time to visit Athens when rainfall is around 0.2 in.

Temperature in Athens by month

Plan your trip to Athens by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Athens, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 82.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 50.0 F).

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 April 29, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Aegean Airlines, Delta and Emirates from USA to Athens by reading reviews from past customers. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Crew

8.6

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.1

Boarding

7.8

Food

7.3

Entertainment

6.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2024

SKG - FRA

I am very proud of them. Everything was very nice everything thank you

Crew

8.6

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.1

Boarding

7.8

Food

7.3

Entertainment

6.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2024

SKG - FRA

I am very proud of them. Everything was very nice everything thank you
8.0
Very good

Crew

8.6

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.1

Boarding

7.8

Food

7.3

Entertainment

6.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2024

SKG - FRA

I am very proud of them. Everything was very nice everything thank you

Crew

8.6

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.1

Boarding

7.8

Food

7.3

Entertainment

6.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2024

SKG - FRA

I am very proud of them. Everything was very nice everything thank you

Crew

8.6

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.1

Boarding

7.8

Food

7.3

Entertainment

6.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2024

SKG - FRA

I am very proud of them. Everything was very nice everything thank you

Crew

8.6

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.1

Boarding

7.8

Food

7.3

Entertainment

6.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2024

SKG - FRA

I am very proud of them. Everything was very nice everything thank you

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from USA to Athens. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • Where can a visitor find out more about a business that runs eco-friendly flights between the US and Athens?

    You can learn more about the environmental practices of each airline before making a reservation for a journey from the US to Athens. You can read the corresponding ESG reports (Environmental, Social, and Governance) of each carrier to find out more about the relevance of their initiatives to support long-term environmental sustainability. More crucial information on the steps that the major airlines that operate flights between the US and Athens have made to maintain their stated importance of making environmental commitments can be found in the Environmental Assessment for Service Providers (IEnVA) report by IATA. The sustainability objectives of airlines are periodically evaluated by this IATA research.

  • What are the other, better, more sustainable options for passengers on flights from the United States to Athens?

    It is possible to fly from the US to Athens without causing too much environmental damage if one only brings what is necessary. The amount of pollutants an airplane releases into the atmosphere can be greatly reduced by making it lighter. Additionally, by opting for an economy trip, travelers can lower the total amount of emissions produced by every plane seat.

  • Which airlines operate sustainably on the route between the United States and Athens?

    Consider taking a flight with Vueling, Aeroflot, or Air Transat if you're seeking for an environmentally friendly method to travel from the United States to Athens. By developing technologies that promote lower fuel usage, these airlines are committed to reducing both their noticeably increasing fueling rates and the quantity of emissions they discharge into the environment.

  • What airports serve Athens from the USA?

    If you wish to travel to Athens from the USA, you can begin your journey from various popular airports. Some of the airports that serve this route include Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR), San Francisco International Airport (SFO), and John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK). The three airports are among the major and busiest airports serving the cities surrounding them. Your journey will end at Athens International Airport Eleftherios Venizelos (ATH), the largest international air passenger gateway to Greece. The airport lies approximately 12 miles from central Athens, and you can get to the city center in approximately 40min on the Metro Line 3 train.

  • Which airlines fly directly from the USA to Athens?

    Unfortunately, there are no direct flights to Athens from the USA at this time. This journey requires you to make between one and three plane changes en route. If you depart from Newark, you might stop at Frankfurt Am Main or Munich Franz Josef Strauss, and airlines serving this route include Lufthansa and United Airlines. Another common route is from John F. Kennedy International, with layovers at Moscow Sheremetyevo, Istanbul, Frankfurt am Main or Cairo. Aeroloft serves routes stopping at Moscow, Turkish Airlines will make layovers at Istanbul, Lufthansa runs journeys with layovers at Frankfurt, and Egypt Air operates voyages with stops at Cairo. If you’re traveling from San Francisco, you might have one layover at Frankfurt am Main if you board Lufthansa or United Airlines or a stop at Amsterdam Schiphol aboard KLM.

  • What are the layover options between the USA and Athens?

    Common locations for layovers include Frankfurt am Main and Munich Franz Josef Strauss if you journey from Newark. A trip from John F. Kennedy will have you make plane changes at Moscow Sheremetyevo, Istanbul, Frankfurt am Main, or Cairo. Traveling from San Francisco to your Athens destination will also have some stops along the way in Frankfurt am Main or Amsterdam Schiphol. Other layovers can occur at Zurich, Lisbon Humberto Delgado, or Milan Malpensa. Layovers generally add a significant time to your overall journey time, approximately 3h for a stop, 5h for two layovers, and 20h for three layovers. However, a journey with more layovers is usually cheaper. One such route departs from Newark, changes planes in Zurich, Lisbon, and Milan, and finally touches down in Athens.

  • Do I need a passport or visa to fly from the USA to Athens?

    If you’re an American citizen and looking to fly to Athens from the USA, you ought to have your passport handy. The recommended passport validity period for travel to Greece is a minimum of six months after your planned departure, and your passport should have at least two blank pages for entry and exit stamps. You do not require a visa to gain entry into Greece from the USA, provided your trip doesn’t extend more than 90 days.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Athens from United States?

    Located just 12.3 mi from the city center, Athens Eleftherios V. (ATH) is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Athens from United States.

  • How popular is this USA to Athens flight route?

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

    $245 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Norse Atlantic Airways. You may also be able to find cheap deals on A.P.G. and Air Serbia, with prices starting from $294 and $308, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from USA to Athens?

  • What are the cheapest flights from USA to Athens?

    The cheapest flight price from USA to Athens is $244. On average you can expect to pay $844. The most popular route, (Newark - Athens Eleftherios V.), can usually be booked for $416.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from USA to Athens?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from USA 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 USA to Athens?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from USA to Athens (average of $679). Flying from USA to Athens in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,309). 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 USA to Athens

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from USA 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 April 29, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
LEVELCheapest$361Average$643FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Aegean AirlinesCheapest$362Average$975FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time87%
VuelingCheapest$462Average$964FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time88%
Air FranceCheapest$467Average$1,248FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
A.P.G.Cheapest$480Average$1,001FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SWISSCheapest$529Average$1,035FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
IberiaCheapest$542Average$1,204FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
PLAYCheapest$542Average$703FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
LOTCheapest$543Average$756FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
American AirlinesCheapest$551Average$1,165FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

Helpful tips for your next trip to Athens

Get useful tips and recommendations to enhance your travel experience on your next trip to Athens. Learn about must-visit attractions, local customs, transportation options, weather conditions, and other valuable tips to make your trip more enjoyable and hassle-free.
  • Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) is a good option for flights from the United States to Athens since it places a major emphasis on ecologically friendly operations. This airport is putting into place procedures to restrict single-use plastics.
  • If you want to travel as ecologically friendly as possible from the United States to Athens, think about flying into Athens International Airport (ATH). ATH has started introducing solar energy technology to conserve more water.
  • Buses or other types of public transit emit significantly less carbon dioxide than the vast majority of privately driven cars on the road. Consider taking public transit to get from ATH to certain other locations in Athens if you wish to travel sustainably.

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