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Cheap flights from New York to Athens from £196

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 20/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
NYC — ATH
20 Jan — 27 Jan1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from New York to Athens Eleftherios V. are usually found in April or October, booked 45 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Friday and return on a Sunday

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Cheapest flights from New York to Athens
Explore the most affordable flight options available from New York to Athens. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 21 December 2025.

Tue 30/1217:25JFK - ATH
Nonstop9h 30mKLM
Mon 12/117:25ATH - JFK
1 stop26h 55mKLM
Deal found 19/12£361
Sun 28/1217:00EWR - ATH
1 stop12h 00mUnited Airlines
Tue 6/107:05ATH - EWR
1 stop13h 50mUnited Airlines
Deal found 19/12£379
Wed 31/1217:00EWR - ATH
1 stop12h 00mUnited Airlines
Tue 6/107:05ATH - EWR
1 stop13h 50mUnited Airlines
Deal found 19/12£380
Mon 29/1221:00JFK - ATH
1 stop32h 55mUnited Airlines
Tue 6/106:35ATH - JFK
1 stop16h 05mUnited Airlines
Deal found 19/12£380
Tue 30/1221:44EWR - ATH
2 stops31h 16mUnited Airlines
Tue 3/207:05ATH - EWR
1 stop35h 55mUnited Airlines
Deal found 18/12£381
Tue 30/1210:15EWR - ATH
2 stops18h 45mUnited Airlines
Tue 6/107:05ATH - EWR
1 stop13h 50mUnited Airlines
Deal found 19/12£382
Wed 31/1221:00JFK - ATH
1 stop12h 40mSWISS
Thu 8/110:40ATH - JFK
1 stop35h 00mSWISS
Deal found 20/12£383
Sun 28/1221:00JFK - ATH
1 stop32h 55mUnited Airlines
Wed 7/106:15ATH - JFK
1 stop14h 35mUnited Airlines
Deal found 19/12£386
Mon 29/1221:00JFK - ATH
1 stop32h 55mUnited Airlines
Mon 5/112:50ATH - JFK
1 stop33h 50mUnited Airlines
Deal found 19/12£389
Sun 28/1217:00EWR - ATH
1 stop12h 00mUnited Airlines
Wed 7/119:00ATH - EWR
1 stop24h 30mUnited Airlines
Deal found 19/12£395
Wed 31/1217:00EWR - ATH
1 stop12h 00mUnited Airlines
Wed 7/119:00ATH - EWR
1 stop24h 30mUnited Airlines
Deal found 19/12£395
Wed 31/1221:00JFK - ATH
2 stops21h 40mUnited Airlines
Tue 6/106:35ATH - JFK
1 stop16h 05mUnited Airlines
Deal found 19/12£398

Find flight deals from New York to Athens

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from New York (NYC) 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 21 December 2025.

Round-trip from

£317

One-way from

£196

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

April

Average price

£668
Norse Atlantic Airways
  • Norse Atlantic Airways
  • 10/5-19/5
  • Nonstop
  • 19h 35m total
  • New York to Athens
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  • 20/3
  • 1 total stop
  • 30h 10m total
  • New York to Athens
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 15% potential increase in price (£77 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (£14 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Customise your flight search to find flights from New York 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 858,174 searches. Data last updated 21 December 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from New York to Athens that are best for you.

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Price

New YorkAthens

JFK - ATH

JFKATH

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 2/5

13:55-06:00

Nonstop9h 05m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Wed 6/5

07:55-11:25

Nonstop10h 30m

£322

NewarkAthens

EWR - ATH

EWRATH

Newark

Mon 23/2

17:40-20:20

1 stop19h 40m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Thu 26/2

19:30-15:40

1 stop27h 10m

£334

NewarkAthens

EWR - ATH

EWRATH

Newark

Wed 21/1

17:30-13:20

1 stop12h 50m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Tue 27/1

19:30-13:25

2 stops24h 55m

£337

New YorkAthens

JFK - ATH

JFKATH

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 16/3

18:05-09:35

Nonstop9h 30m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Tue 24/3

11:50-16:55

Nonstop11h 05m

£339

New YorkAthens

JFK - ATH

JFKATH

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 16/3

18:05-09:35

Nonstop9h 30m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Wed 25/3

11:50-16:55

Nonstop11h 05m

£339

NewarkAthens

EWR - ATH

EWRATH

Newark

Sat 24/1

17:30-12:40

1 stop12h 10m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Wed 28/1

19:30-13:35

2 stops25h 05m

£339

NewarkAthens

EWR - ATH

EWRATH

Newark

Tue 20/1

17:30-13:20

1 stop12h 50m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Mon 20/4

19:30-14:59

1 stop26h 29m

£342

NewarkAthens

EWR - ATH

EWRATH

Newark

Thu 12/3

18:30-13:20

1 stop12h 50m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Mon 16/3

13:55-14:35

1 stop30h 40m

£342

NewarkAthens

EWR - ATH

EWRATH

Newark

Sun 15/3

17:15-09:05

Nonstop9h 50m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Tue 24/3

13:10-22:00

1 stop14h 50m

£344

NewarkAthens

EWR - ATH

EWRATH

Newark

Sun 11/1

17:30-13:20

1 stop12h 50m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Fri 16/1

14:10-13:35

2 stops30h 25m

£354

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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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from New York to Athens. Price data was last updated on 12 December 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from New York to Athens may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 45 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 York to Athens?

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York to Athens (average of £235). Flying from New York to Athens in June is currently the most expensive (average of £429). 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?

Find hourly flight availability from New York 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 21 December 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from New York to Athens at midday. Doing so could potentially save you 40% on the flight price compared to flying in the evening, which is usually more expensive.

Weekly flight availability from New York to Athens

Explore weekly flight availability from New York to Athens. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated 21 December 2025.

The most flights from NYC to ATH are scheduled on a Monday (6 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (6 on average).

How much does it cost for a return flight from New York to Athens?

How often are flights from New York to Athens delayed?

About 23% of weekly flights between New York and Athens have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 179 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 in the morning 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 Thursday 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 past year, Delta have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 20% of flights being delayed.

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 21 December 2025.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Norse Atlantic Airways from New York to Athens to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Norse Atlantic Airways
7.1
Good
Check prices

Boarding

7.4

Crew

7.6

Comfort

6.9

Overall

7.1

Entertainment

6.7

Food

5.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2024

JFK - ATH

Food & entertainment could be better. Rest of services better than average, and much better at that if pricing is taken into account.
Norse Atlantic Airways
7.1
Good
Norse Atlantic Airways
7.1
Good
Check prices

Boarding

7.4

Crew

7.6

Comfort

6.9

Overall

7.1

Entertainment

6.7

Food

5.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2024

JFK - ATH

Food & entertainment could be better. Rest of services better than average, and much better at that if pricing is taken into account.

Related info for your journey

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

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

    If you book a flight to Athens from New York, you will be flying to Eleftherios V., which is the city’s only airport. Athens Eleftherios V. (ATH) is located 12.3 mi from the center of Athens. There are 6 flights from New York to Eleftherios V. per day from 0 different airlines.

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

    A quick flight from New York to Athens can take about 9h 05m. Norse Atlantic Airways provides one of the quickest options available for as low as £322. Airlines will cover a distance of 4926 mi. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    When deciding which route to take from New York to Athens consider New York John F Kennedy Intl - Athens Eleftherios V., Newark - Athens Eleftherios V. or New York LaGuardia - Athens Eleftherios V. as they are the most popular.

  • 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 (72%), Air France (72%) and Delta (72%).

  • 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 holiday 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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York to Athens (average of £235). Flying from New York to Athens in June is currently the most expensive (average of £429). 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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