Question 1

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Athens?

Accepted Answer

The cheapest time of day to fly to Athens is in the morning when flights can be purchased for as low as $491. Flights to Athens are more costly in the evening, with an average ticket price of $1,003. Departure times in the evening fall within the peak daily travel times, which is why tickets can be more expensive.

Question 2

How have New York to Athens flight prices changed over time?

Accepted Answer

As of December 2025, prices for New York to Athens flights are approximately 10% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

Question 3

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

Accepted Answer

Generally, flights departing in the early afternoon tend to experience fewer delays. Flights in the morning have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

Question 4

What cabin class options are available on New York to Athens Eleftherios V. flights?

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There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on New York to Athens Eleftherios V. flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

Question 5

How often are flights from New York to Athens delayed?

Accepted Answer

Historically, on average around 23% of flights between New York and Athens have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 179 minutes.

Question 6

What airlines fly to Athens?

Accepted Answer

United Airlines, Norse Atlantic Airways and Emirates are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Athens from New York according to our data. United Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 31% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Athens. Keep in mind that there are 26 different airlines that fly to Athens on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

Question 7

How far in advance should I book a flight to Athens?

Accepted Answer

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Athens from New York when booking week ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Athens for around $729 when searching week out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Athens from New York for as low as $694 on momondo.

Question 8

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Athens?

Accepted Answer

The cheapest day to depart on your flight to Athens is on a Monday when prices can be found for as low as $828. This is often the case because there is less demand to fly during this day of the week. If your travel schedule is flexible, try to avoid departing on a Friday because tickets tend to average around $966. These prices are subject to change though, so be sure to set up a Price Alert for flights to Athens.

Question 9

What is the cheapest airline that flies from New York to Athens Eleftherios V.?

Accepted Answer

Norse Atlantic Airways, LEVEL, and Air Serbia are the most popular carriers operating from New York to Athens Eleftherios V.

Question 10

How long does it take to fly to Athens?

Accepted Answer

If you’re flying from a popular airport in New York, such as Newark or New York, and flying into Athens, then you can expect flight times to average 9h 10m and 10h 22m, respectively.

Question 11

What is the cheapest month to fly to Athens?

Accepted Answer

The cheapest month to fly to Athens from New York is in October. Flight prices, which tend to average around $538, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you are unable to visit Athens during the month of October, then departing from New York during the month April is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around $539.

Question 12

How many flights depart from New York to Athens on average per week?

Accepted Answer

As of December 2025, there are 42 flights per week flying from New York to Athens. The most common day of the week flights depart is Mon, with 14% of flights taking off on this day.

Question 13

Can stopping save me money on New York to Athens flights?

Accepted Answer

No. A direct flight is the cheapest option for a flight between New York to Athens.

Question 14

Which layover airport has the shortest travel time from New York to Athens?

Accepted Answer

Flights connecting via Montreal (YUL) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 11h 32m.

Question 15

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

Accepted Answer

According to our data, Delta have had the least number of delays on this route over the last 12 months; with about 20% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

Question 16

What is the cheapest New York to Athens Eleftherios V. flight route?

Accepted Answer

Fly from New York John F Kennedy Intl to Athens Eleftherios V. for the best New York - Athens Eleftherios V. flight prices

Question 17

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

Accepted Answer

Saturday is statistically the day of the week which experiences the fewest number of delays on this flight route. Thursday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

Question 18

Which layover airport offers the lowest fares from New York to Athens?

Accepted Answer

Flights via Atlanta (ATL) offer the lowest average round-trip price of $395.

Question 19

Which airport is the most popular layover for flights between New York and Athens?

Accepted Answer

Istanbul (IST) was the most common stop: 23% of momondo users choosing 1-stop flights on this route connected there.

Question 20

How many flights depart from New York to Athens on average per day?

Accepted Answer

As of December 2025, there are 6 flights per day flying from New York to Athens. The most common time of day flights depart is 5:00PM, with 66% of flights taking off in the afternoon.

Question 21

Which layover airport has the shortest connection time from New York to Athens?

Accepted Answer

Warsaw (WAW) has the shortest average layover time for this route: 1h 08m.

Question 22

When did momondo last update prices for flights from New York to Athens Eleftherios V. Airport?

Accepted Answer

Prices for flights from New York to Athens Eleftherios V. Airport were last updated today.

Question 23

How many operators does momondo search for flights from New York to Athens Eleftherios V. Airport?

Accepted Answer

As of December 2025, there are 26 operators available to choose from for flights from New York to Athens Eleftherios V. Airport.

Question 24

How old do you have to be to fly from New York to Athens Eleftherios V. Airport?

Accepted Answer

Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from New York to Athens Eleftherios V. Airport.

Question 25

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Athens Eleftherios V. Airport?

Accepted Answer

The required travel and health documents for your Athens Eleftherios V. Airport trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Athens Eleftherios V. Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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