Cheap flights from Athens to New York from £278

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 5/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ATH — NYC
6 Feb — 13 Feb1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Athens Eleftherios V. to New York are usually found in May or September, booked 55 days in advance, depart on a Sunday or Wednesday and return on a Saturday

Cheap flight deals from Athens to New York

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Athens (ATH) to New York (NYC). 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 7 January 2026.

Round-trip from

£337

One-way from

£278

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

£623

Good round-trip deal

£749 or less
Scandinavian Airlines
  • Scandinavian Airlines
  • 18/4-25/4
  • 2 total stops
  • 67h 00m total
  • Athens to New York
5/2
  • 5/2
  • 1 total stop
  • 15h 30m total
  • Athens to New York
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price (£37 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (£6 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in January 2026
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Athens Eleftherios V. to New York (NYC).

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Cheapest flights from Athens to New York
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Sat 18/411:40ATH - EWR
1 stop32h 35mScandinavian Airlines
Sat 25/417:20EWR - ATH
1 stop34h 25mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 6/1£337
Tue 14/413:50ATH - EWR
1 stop30h 25mScandinavian Airlines
Thu 23/417:45EWR - ATH
1 stop34h 05mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 6/1£350
Thu 16/411:40ATH - EWR
1 stop32h 35mScandinavian Airlines
Fri 1/517:45EWR - ATH
1 stop33h 50mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 5/1£350
Tue 21/413:50ATH - EWR
1 stop30h 25mScandinavian Airlines
Sun 26/417:20EWR - ATH
1 stop34h 25mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 5/1£353
Wed 11/219:30ATH - EWR
1 stop27h 10mScandinavian Airlines
Sun 8/318:40EWR - ATH
1 stop12h 25mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 6/1£354
Mon 2/313:55ATH - EWR
1 stop30h 40mScandinavian Airlines
Mon 16/318:40EWR - ATH
1 stop19h 40mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 6/1£355
Tue 12/513:50ATH - EWR
1 stop30h 25mScandinavian Airlines
Sat 3/1017:20EWR - ATH
1 stop34h 25mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 6/1£357
Sun 1/313:30ATH - EWR
2 stops30h 55mScandinavian Airlines
Sun 8/318:40EWR - ATH
1 stop12h 25mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 5/1£358
Tue 3/221:10ATH - EWR
1 stop23h 25mScandinavian Airlines
Mon 16/218:30EWR - ATH
2 stops18h 50mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 5/1£359
Fri 6/314:10ATH - EWR
2 stops30h 25mScandinavian Airlines
Mon 9/318:40EWR - ATH
1 stop19h 40mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 6/1£360
Wed 15/419:30ATH - EWR
1 stop26h 29mScandinavian Airlines
Fri 1/517:45EWR - ATH
1 stop33h 50mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 5/1£361
Tue 3/321:10ATH - EWR
2 stops23h 15mScandinavian Airlines
Tue 17/318:40EWR - ATH
2 stops18h 00mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 6/1£362

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AthensNewark

ATH - EWR

ATHEWR

Athens Eleftherios V.

Tue 12/5

13:50-13:15

1 stop30h 25m

Newark

Fri 2/10

17:20-10:45

1 stop34h 25m

£357

AthensNewark

ATH - EWR

ATHEWR

Athens Eleftherios V.

Tue 3/3

21:10-13:25

2 stops23h 15m

Newark

Tue 17/3

18:30-18:40

1 stop18h 10m

£357

AthensNewark

ATH - EWR

ATHEWR

Athens Eleftherios V.

Fri 6/3

14:10-13:35

2 stops30h 25m

Newark

Mon 16/3

18:40-20:20

1 stop19h 40m

£360

AthensNewark

ATH - EWR

ATHEWR

Athens Eleftherios V.

Sat 25/4

11:40-13:15

1 stop32h 35m

Newark

Mon 27/4

17:45-18:40

2 stops17h 55m

£364

AthensNewark

ATH - EWR

ATHEWR

Athens Eleftherios V.

Thu 16/4

19:30-13:15

2 stops24h 45m

Newark

Mon 27/4

17:45-18:40

2 stops17h 55m

£370

AthensNewark

ATH - EWR

ATHEWR

Athens Eleftherios V.

Wed 22/4

19:30-13:15

2 stops24h 45m

Newark

Mon 27/4

17:45-18:40

2 stops17h 55m

£370

AthensNewark

ATH - EWR

ATHEWR

Athens Eleftherios V.

Fri 6/2

14:10-13:25

2 stops30h 15m

Newark

Wed 11/2

17:40-18:40

2 stops18h 00m

£372

AthensNewark

ATH - EWR

ATHEWR

Athens Eleftherios V.

Wed 4/2

19:30-13:25

2 stops24h 55m

Newark

Wed 11/2

17:40-18:40

2 stops18h 00m

£372

AthensNewark

ATH - EWR

ATHEWR

Athens Eleftherios V.

Tue 3/2

21:10-13:25

2 stops23h 15m

Newark

Sun 15/2

17:40-18:40

2 stops18h 00m

£373

AthensNewark

ATH - EWR

ATHEWR

Athens Eleftherios V.

Wed 11/2

14:10-15:40

1 stop32h 30m

Newark

Wed 11/3

18:30-18:40

1 stop18h 10m

£373

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Best time to book a flight from Athens to New York

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Athens to New York. Price data was last updated on 2 January 2026.

The best time to book flights from Athens to New York is 55 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Athens to New York (average of £248). Flying from Athens to New York in January is currently the most expensive (average of £465). 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 ATH to NYC?

Find hourly flight availability from Athens to New York. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 7 January 2026.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Athens to New York is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are at midday tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the evening could potentially save you up to 59% on airfare.

Weekly flight availability from Athens to New York

Explore weekly flight availability from Athens to New York. 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 7 January 2026.

The most flights from ATH to NYC are scheduled on a Monday (2 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (2 on average).

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

Share of one-stop return flights from Athens to New York chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same stopover each way.

London (LHR) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 50% of one-stop itineraries from Athens to New York on Cheapflights.

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

Average return fare for one-stop flights from Athens to New York, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same stopover each way.

Copenhagen (CPH) is the most affordable one-stop option, with an average return flight price of £333.

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

Shortest average travel time for one-stop one-way flights from Athens to New York, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via London (LHR) have the shortest average one-way travel time for one-stop routes: 14h 00m.

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

Average stopover duration for one-stop one-way flights from Athens to New York, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via London (LHR) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average stopover time of 1h 53m.

How often are flights from Athens to New York delayed?

About 12% of weekly flights between Athens and New York have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 220 minutes.

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

Historically, flights departing in the morning 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 Thursday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

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

Over the past year, Delta have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 9% of flights being delayed.

Reviews of airlines servicing New York

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to New York. 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 New York. Reviews last updated 7 January 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Scandinavian Airlines and Norse Atlantic Airways from Athens to New York have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Boarding

7.6

Overall

7.3

Comfort

7.3

Food

6.7

Crew

8.0

Entertainment

6.7

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Dec 2025

SFO - CPH

Flight was changed causing 5 hour layover in Copenhagen And no accommodations were made to account for this at the lounge or anything like that

Boarding

7.6

Overall

7.3

Comfort

7.3

Food

6.7

Crew

8.0

Entertainment

6.7

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Dec 2025

SFO - CPH

Flight was changed causing 5 hour layover in Copenhagen And no accommodations were made to account for this at the lounge or anything like that
Norse Atlantic Airways
7.1
Good

Boarding

7.6

Overall

7.3

Comfort

7.3

Food

6.7

Crew

8.0

Entertainment

6.7

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Dec 2025

SFO - CPH

Flight was changed causing 5 hour layover in Copenhagen And no accommodations were made to account for this at the lounge or anything like that

Related info for your journey

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

    For a flight from Athens to New York, you will be flying from Eleftherios V.. Athens Eleftherios V. (ATH) is just 12.3 mi from the center of the city. Eleftherios V. is the only Athens airport and it handles 2 outbound flights to New York per day. 0 airlines have flights to New York from Athens Eleftherios V. on a regular basis.

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

    Airlines like Scandinavian Airlines, KLM, and Delta fly from Athens to New York in about 15h 13m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 15h 12m. The distance from Athens to New York is about 4924 mi. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

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

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Athens to New York consider choosing KLM (71%), Air France (71%) or Delta (71%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Athens to New York?

    On average you can expect to pay £877 for a flight from Athens to New York. The cheapest flight overall is £287 while the most popular route, (Athens Eleftherios V. - Newark) is currently priced at £998.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Athens to New York (average of £248). Flying from Athens to New York in January is currently the most expensive (average of £465). 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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