How long is the flight from United States to Southeast Europe?

If you’re flying from a popular airport in United States, such as San Francisco or Miami, and flying into Southeast Europe, then you can expect flight times to average 1h 26m and 5h 20m, respectively.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from United States to Southeast Europe?

Norse Atlantic Airways, SWISS, and KLM are the most popular carriers operating from United States to Southeast Europe

How many flights depart from United States to Southeast Europe on average per week?

The number of flights available between United States and Southeast Europe is 271 per week as of May 2026. The most frequent departure day is Sat, with 16% of weekly flights leaving on this day.

What airlines fly to Southeast Europe?

Turkish Airlines, Lufthansa and United Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Southeast Europe from United States according to our data. Turkish Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 30% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Southeast Europe. Keep in mind that there are 34 different airlines that fly to Southeast Europe on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from United States to Southeast Europe?

Prices for flights from United States to Southeast Europe are refreshed on a daily basis.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from United States to Southeast Europe?

As of May 2026, there are 30 operators available to choose from for flights from United States to Southeast Europe.

How old do you have to be to fly from United States to Southeast Europe?

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from United States to Southeast Europe.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Southeast Europe?

The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Southeast Europe may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Southeast Europe. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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7:50 pm - 8:45 am

JFK

TIA

30h 55m

1 stop

9:35 am - 10:55 am

TIA

JFK

31h 20m

1 stop

$608Turkish Airlines

Tue, Sep 8 - Tue, Sep 22

1:25 pm - 5:30 am

JFK

ATH

9h 05mnonstop

7:55 am - 11:25 am

ATH

JFK

10h 30mnonstop

$609Norse Atlantic Airways

Tue, Jul 14 - Thu, Jul 23

6:10 pm - 11:30 am

JFK

TIA

11h 20m

1 stop

6:00 am - 2:15 pm

TIA

JFK

14h 15m

1 stop

$615United Airlines

Sat, Nov 7 - Sat, Nov 21

3:30 pm - 10:10 am

LGA

ATH

11h 40m

1 stop

12:10 pm - 7:37 pm

ATH

LGA

14h 27m

1 stop

$699Lufthansa

Wed, Aug 5 - Tue, Sep 1

5:40 pm - 1:25 pm

LGA

ATH

12h 45m

1 stop

12:10 pm - 7:37 pm

ATH

LGA

14h 27m

1 stop

$700Lufthansa

Wed, Aug 5 - Tue, Sep 1

8:45 am - 10:10 am

LGA

ATH

18h 25m

1 stop

3:25 pm - 9:30 pm

ATH

LGA

13h 05m

1 stop

$707United Airlines

Sun, Aug 9 - Fri, Sep 4

9:45 pm - 12:55 am

EWR

ATH

20h 10m

1 stop

6:55 am - 8:15 pm

ATH

EWR

20h 20m

1 stop

$754SWISS

Tue, Jul 7 - Tue, Sep 22

7:35 pm - 12:55 am

LAX

ATH

19h 20m

1 stop

6:55 am - 4:30 pm

ATH

LAX

19h 35m

1 stop

$812SWISS

Tue, Aug 4 - Tue, Sep 1

3:30 pm - 7:35 am

BOS

ATH

9h 05mnonstop

1:35 pm - 4:35 pm

ATH

BOS

34h 00m

1 stop

$968Delta

Tue, Jul 28 - Mon, Sep 14

6:15 pm - 1:40 pm

IAD

ATH

12h 25m

1 stop

6:00 am - 3:35 pm

ATH

IAD

16h 35m

1 stop

$981Delta

Sat, Jul 18 - Wed, Sep 9

Scandinavian Airlines flights from United States to Southeast Europe

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Scandinavian Airlines

Sep 19

JFK5:10 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

34h 35m

2 stops

ATH10:45 amAthens Eleftherios V.

Sep 25

ATH7:30 pmAthens Eleftherios V.

28h 30m

1 stop

JFK5:00 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

$604

Scandinavian Airlines

Aug 28

JFK6:55 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

18h 30m

2 stops

ATH8:25 pmAthens Eleftherios V.

Oct 1

ATH7:30 pmAthens Eleftherios V.

27h 10m

2 stops

JFK3:40 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

$606

Scandinavian Airlines

Sep 2

JFK6:55 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

16h 45m

1 stop

ATH6:40 pmAthens Eleftherios V.

Sep 15

ATH1:50 pmAthens Eleftherios V.

34h 10m

2 stops

JFK5:00 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

$611

Norse Atlantic Airways flights from United States to Southeast Europe

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Norse Atlantic Airways

May 12

JFK12:30 amNew York John F Kennedy Intl

9h 05m

ATH4:35 pmAthens Eleftherios V.

May 18

ATH6:40 pmAthens Eleftherios V.

10h 30m

JFK10:10 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

$605

Norse Atlantic Airways

Sep 25

JFK1:15 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

9h 05m

ATH5:20 amAthens Eleftherios V.

Oct 1

ATH7:55 amAthens Eleftherios V.

10h 30m

JFK11:25 amNew York John F Kennedy Intl

$607

Norse Atlantic Airways

Aug 15

JFK12:15 amNew York John F Kennedy Intl

9h 05m

ATH4:20 pmAthens Eleftherios V.

Sep 23

ATH7:55 amAthens Eleftherios V.

10h 30m

JFK11:25 amNew York John F Kennedy Intl

$608

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Tue 9/8

7:50 pm-8:45 am

1 stop30h 55m

Tirana Rinas

Tue 9/22

9:35 am-10:55 am

1 stop31h 20m

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JFKATH

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 7/14

1:25 pm-5:30 am

Nonstop9h 05m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Thu 7/23

7:55 am-11:25 am

Nonstop10h 30m

$609

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JFK - TIA

JFKTIA

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 11/7

6:10 pm-11:30 am

1 stop11h 20m

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Sat 11/21

6:00 am-2:15 pm

1 stop14h 15m

$615

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LGA - ATH

LGAATH

New York LaGuardia

Wed 8/5

3:30 pm-10:10 am

1 stop11h 40m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Tue 9/1

12:10 pm-7:37 pm

1 stop14h 27m

$699

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LGA - ATH

LGAATH

New York LaGuardia

Wed 8/5

5:40 pm-1:25 pm

1 stop12h 45m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Tue 9/1

12:10 pm-7:37 pm

1 stop14h 27m

$700

New YorkAthens

LGA - ATH

LGAATH

New York LaGuardia

Sun 8/9

8:45 am-10:10 am

1 stop18h 25m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Fri 9/4

3:25 pm-9:30 pm

1 stop13h 05m

$707

NewarkAthens

EWR - ATH

EWRATH

Newark

Tue 7/7

9:45 pm-12:55 am

1 stop20h 10m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Tue 9/22

6:55 am-8:15 pm

1 stop20h 20m

$754

Los AngelesAthens

LAX - ATH

LAXATH

Los Angeles

Tue 8/4

7:35 pm-12:55 am

1 stop19h 20m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Tue 9/1

6:55 am-4:30 pm

1 stop19h 35m

$812

BostonAthens

BOS - ATH

BOSATH

Boston Logan Intl

Tue 7/28

3:30 pm-7:35 am

Nonstop9h 05m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Mon 9/14

1:35 pm-4:35 pm

1 stop34h 00m

$968

Washington, D.C.Athens

IAD - ATH

IADATH

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 7/18

6:15 pm-1:40 pm

1 stop12h 25m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Wed 9/9

6:00 am-3:35 pm

1 stop16h 35m

$981

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Southeast Europe?

The month of February is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Southeast Europe from United States, with most prices found around $614. If you aren’t able to travel during the month of February, then book flights to Southeast Europe from United States during January instead. Flights to Southeast Europe in January, while not as cheap as those in February, still average around $633.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Southeast Europe?

On average, the least expensive day to fly to Southeast Europe from United States is on a Tuesday. momondo users have found tickets for Tuesday departures for as low as $595. However, this price may fluctuate depending on the airline, the season, and holidays. When flying out on a Sunday, the most expensive travel day of the week, you can expect to see flight prices from United States to Southeast Europe for around $715.

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

Our most recent data shows that the best time of day to fly to Southeast Europe is in the evening. Flights from United States to Southeast Europe during this time can be as low as $617. In contrast, the most expensive time of day to depart to Southeast Europe is at noon when prices are around $838.

What is the cheapest United States to Southeast Europe flight route?

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

How far in advance should I book a flight to Southeast Europe?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Southeast Europe from United States when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Southeast Europe for around $708 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Southeast Europe from United States for as low as $707 on momondo.

Can stopping save me money on United States to Southeast Europe flights?

No. A direct flight is the cheapest option for a flight between United States to Southeast Europe.

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Fastest flight time	3h 25m
Direct flights	Every day
Airports in Southeast Europe	82 airports

The fastest flight from United States to Southeast Europe takes 3h 25m

Direct flights go from United States to Southeast Europe every day.

There are 82 airports in Southeast Europe. From United States there are direct flights to Athens Eleftherios V. (ATH).

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Frequently asked questions about flying from the United States to Southeast Europe

When did momondo last update prices for flights from United States to Southeast Europe?
Prices for flights from United States to Southeast Europe are refreshed on a daily basis.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from United States to Southeast Europe?
As of May 2026, there are 30 operators available to choose from for flights from United States to Southeast Europe.
How old do you have to be to fly from United States to Southeast Europe?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from United States to Southeast Europe.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Southeast Europe?
The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Southeast Europe may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Southeast Europe. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.
What is the most popular plane model from United States to Southeast Europe?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular plane model on flight routes from United States to Southeast Europe is Airbus A320-100/200 (13.24% of total bookings). The next most popular plane models are Airbus A321neo (11.80%), Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner (10.36%), and Airbus A320neo (8.86%).

Best airlines flying from United States to Southeast Europe

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Frontier	PriceFrom $56	Free Cancellation	Rating 5.6 2,951 reviews	Search Frontier flights
A.P.G.	PriceFrom $284	Free Cancellation	Rating 0.0	Search A.P.G. flights
Air Serbia	PriceFrom $357	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.2 222 reviews	Search Air Serbia flights
Iberia	PriceFrom $367	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.0 3,215 reviews	Search Iberia flights
Aer Lingus	PriceFrom $374	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 1,551 reviews	Search Aer Lingus flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $375	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 11,664 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
LOT	PriceFrom $381	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.5 1,189 reviews	Search LOT flights
KLM	PriceFrom $386	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 1,514 reviews	Search KLM flights
HiSky	PriceFrom $399	Free Cancellation	Rating 0.0	Search HiSky flights
Air Canada	PriceFrom $404	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 11,017 reviews	Search Air Canada flights

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Can I find flights from United States to Southeast Europe with flexible booking policies on momondo?

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