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Cheap flights from New York to Athens from £228

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 22/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
NYC — ATH
14 Jun — 21 Jun1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from New York to Athens Eleftherios V. are usually found in October or November, booked 42 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Saturday and return on a Wednesday

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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 15 May 2026.

Mon 31/818:55
JFK
-
ATH
1 stop16h 45m
Scandinavian Airlines
Wed 9/919:30
ATH
-
JFK
2 stops27h 10m
Scandinavian Airlines
Deal found 11/5£464
Mon 31/818:55
JFK
-
ATH
1 stop16h 45m
Scandinavian Airlines
Fri 11/911:35
ATH
-
JFK
2 stops35h 05m
Scandinavian Airlines
Deal found 11/5£465
Thu 17/919:30
JFK
-
ATH
1 stop18h 05m
Air Serbia
Sat 19/916:30
ATH
-
JFK
1 stop32h 00m
Air Serbia
Deal found 11/5£467
Sun 19/700:10
JFK
-
ATH
Nonstop9h 05m
Norse Atlantic Airways
Tue 15/907:35
ATH
-
JFK
Nonstop10h 30m
Norse Atlantic Airways
Deal found 11/5£469
Sat 5/919:30
JFK
-
ATH
1 stop12h 20m
Air Serbia
Sun 13/921:20
ATH
-
JFK
1 stop21h 35m
Air Serbia
Deal found 11/5£472
Sun 27/919:30
JFK
-
ATH
1 stop13h 15m
Air Serbia
Fri 9/1021:20
ATH
-
JFK
1 stop27h 10m
Air Serbia
Deal found 11/5£473
Tue 7/713:25
JFK
-
ATH
Nonstop9h 05m
Norse Atlantic Airways
Wed 15/707:55
ATH
-
JFK
Nonstop10h 30m
Norse Atlantic Airways
Deal found 12/5£474
Mon 24/817:10
JFK
-
ATH
1 stop12h 50m
Scandinavian Airlines
Sat 29/821:15
ATH
-
JFK
2 stops25h 25m
Scandinavian Airlines
Deal found 12/5£475
Tue 18/818:55
JFK
-
ATH
1 stop16h 45m
Scandinavian Airlines
Tue 25/819:30
ATH
-
JFK
2 stops27h 10m
Scandinavian Airlines
Deal found 11/5£476
Tue 14/713:25
JFK
-
ATH
Nonstop9h 05m
Norse Atlantic Airways
Tue 28/707:35
ATH
-
JFK
Nonstop10h 30m
Norse Atlantic Airways
Deal found 12/5£479
Wed 10/613:25
JFK
-
ATH
Nonstop9h 05m
Norse Atlantic Airways
Thu 18/607:55
ATH
-
JFK
Nonstop10h 30m
Norse Atlantic Airways
Deal found 12/5£480
Tue 25/818:55
JFK
-
ATH
2 stops32h 50m
Scandinavian Airlines
Fri 4/919:30
ATH
-
JFK
2 stops27h 10m
Scandinavian Airlines
Deal found 13/5£481

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 15 May 2026.

Round-trip from

£464

One-way from

£228

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

October

Average price

£568

Good one-way deal

£411 or less
Scandinavian Airlines
  • Scandinavian Airlines
  • 31/8-9/9
  • 3 total stops
  • 43h 55m total
  • New York to Athens
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Norse Atlantic Airways
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  • 22/7
  • Nonstop
  • 9h 05m total
  • New York to Athens
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JFK - ATH

JFKATH

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 14/9

13:50-15:45

1 stop18h 55m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Fri 18/9

15:35-17:30

1 stop32h 55m

£487

New YorkAthens

JFK - ATH

JFKATH

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 14/9

17:10-13:00

1 stop12h 50m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Fri 18/9

19:30-15:40

2 stops27h 10m

£515

New YorkAthens

JFK - ATH

JFKATH

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 16/10

19:30-15:45

1 stop13h 15m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Thu 29/10

04:30-12:40

1 stop14h 10m

£538

New YorkAthens

JFK - ATH

JFKATH

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 16/10

19:30-15:45

1 stop13h 15m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Wed 28/10

15:50-12:40

1 stop26h 50m

£538
Fastest return journey

New YorkAthens

JFK - ATH

JFKATH

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 14/8

13:15-05:20

Nonstop9h 05m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Thu 27/8

07:55-11:25

Nonstop10h 30m

£542

New YorkAthens

LGA - ATH

LGAATH

New York LaGuardia

Tue 1/9

15:30-10:10

1 stop11h 40m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Tue 8/9

12:10-19:36

1 stop14h 26m

£542

New YorkAthens

JFK - ATH

JFKATH

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 19/10

17:10-13:00

1 stop12h 50m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Sun 1/11

19:30-15:45

1 stop27h 15m

£559

New YorkAthens

JFK - ATH

JFKATH

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 15/10

14:00-18:40

2 stops21h 40m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Mon 2/11

19:30-22:15

2 stops33h 45m

£567

New YorkAthens

JFK - ATH

JFKATH

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 18/10

18:55-18:40

1 stop16h 45m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Sun 1/11

19:30-15:45

1 stop27h 15m

£572

New YorkAthens

JFK - ATH

JFKATH

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 2/9

13:25-05:30

Nonstop9h 05m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Sun 13/9

18:40-22:10

Nonstop10h 30m

£593

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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?

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 41 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, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York to Athens (average of £396). Flying from New York to Athens in June is currently the most expensive (average of £740). 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 15 May 2026.

It’s typically best to fly out from New York to Athens in the morning. Doing so could potentially save you 33% 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 15 May 2026.

The most flights from NYC to ATH are scheduled on a Wednesday (16 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (14 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 22% of weekly flights between New York and Athens have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 185 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?

Friday 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 19% of flights being delayed.

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 14 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. Air Serbia provides one of the quickest options available for as low as £542. 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 Newark - Athens Eleftherios V., New York John F Kennedy Intl - 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 (93%), Air France (93%) and Delta (93%).

  • 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, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York to Athens (average of £396). Flying from New York to Athens in June is currently the most expensive (average of £740). 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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