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These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Athens to New York:

• Earliest: departs at 7:35 am and lands at 6:33 pm
• Latest: departs at 6:40 pm and lands at 5:38 am.

The flight takes about 10h 58m.

Three cabin classes are available on flights from Athens to New York:

• Economy Class
• Premium Economy Class
• Business Class

A nonstop flight from Athens to New York takes 10h 58m, covering 4,930 miles.

Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

Round-trip flights from Athens to New York range from $653 to $959, with an average of $799 over the past 12 months. Anything below $653 counts as a good deal.

Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 15% above the route average of $799. Book 20 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $477 round-trip via London Gatwick (LGW), compared to $820 for nonstop.

American Airlines is slightly above the route average for timely arrivals, while Delta has a lower on-time arrival rate. On-time arrival rates on Athens to New York flights are:

• American Airlines: 90% on time
• Delta: 89% on time
• Norse Atlantic Airways: 82% on time

Overall, flights on this route are on time 88% of the time on average.

There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $51–$100 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

Morning is the busiest departure period on Athens to New York flights, with 50% of flights leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 25%, evening flights for 25%, and night flights for 0%.

Four airlines offer in-flight Wi-Fi on Athens to New York flights:

• Delta
• Virgin Atlantic
• Air France
• American Airlines

Pricing varies by airline and fare class. Some plans are included with the ticket or loyalty program; others are paid add-ons priced by flight length.

One-way fares from Athens to New York are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $520, which is 20% below the typical average for this route.

Since New York is served by multiple airports, car rental options and rates can vary depending on which one you fly into.
Near New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport (JFK) — daily rates from around $21:

• Ace
• Budget
• Hertz
• Dollar
• Avis

Near New York LaGuardia Airport (LGA) — daily rates from around $16:

• Ace
• Budget
• Hertz
• Dollar
• Avis

Near Newark Airport (EWR) — daily rates from around $28:

• Ace
• Budget
• Alamo
• Dollar
• Hertz

Flights from Athens to New York usually depart from Athens Eleftherios V. (ATH) and may arrive at several airports in New York area, including Newark (EWR), New York John F Kennedy Intl (JFK) and New York LaGuardia (LGA).

Morning flights have the fewest delays on this route. Delays tend to pile up throughout the day as one late flight pushes the next, so earlier departures are usually more reliable.

A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Athens to New York route, 12% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 4 hours 9 minutes.

One-stop flights from Athens to New York most commonly connect through:

• Istanbul (IST) - 36% of one-stop connections
• Kastrup Copenhagen (CPH) - 26% of one-stop connections
• London Heathrow (LHR) - 12% of one-stop connections
• Rome Fiumicino (FCO) - 8% of one-stop connections

Istanbul (IST) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 10% on the Athens to New York route. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $765 round-trip on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at $844, a difference of $79. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

4 airlines operate flights between Athens and New York. The airlines offering nonstop flights on this route include:

• Delta
• Emirates
• United Airlines
• Norse Atlantic Airways

Flying via Munich Franz Josef Strauss (MUC) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 12h 18m, compared with 12h 47m via Dublin (DUB) and 12h 48m via Vienna Intl (VIE).

New York is 7 hours behind Athens (Eastern Time vs Eastern European Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Some of the most popular sights in New York are Times Square, New York City Center and Madison Square Garden. These are among the most viewed places in New York on KAYAK.

Among airlines operating Athens to New York flights:

• Norse Atlantic Airways: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
• Emirates: offers free seat selection
• Aegean Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
• Delta: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
• Virgin Atlantic: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection

Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

• Norse Atlantic Airways: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
• Emirates: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
• Aegean Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class

Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route and airline, so travelers should check the fare details before booking.

Athens Airport offers a variety of services to cater to people with disabilities and impairments. The airport provides ground services for passengers with reduced mobility, dedicated parking, restroom facilities and waiting areas for passengers with disabilities, and special visual and audio notifications for patients with visual or hearing impairments in the case of emergencies.

Athens Airport offers both long-term and short-term parking solutions to passengers. The short-term parking lot is located at the arrivals level, while the long-term parking lot is located across Attiki Odos Road. The airport also offers valet parking, electric vehicle charging, motorcycle parking, and online parking booking.

You can use public transportation to get from any of the three airports in New York City to Manhattan. The easiest transit from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Manhattan will require you to take a combination of the AirTrain and subway as there is no direct train from the airport to Manhattan. The easiest way to get from LaGuardia International Airport to Manhattan via public transit is using a combination of the Subway and bus. Finally, the easiest way to get from Newark Liberty International Airport to Manhattan is using the New Jersey Transit bus.

If you’re looking to relax or work before your flight while at the airport, take advantage of the several lounge options available at Athens International Airport. Lounges at the airport are categorized according to either Schengen or Non-Schengen passengers. Schengen lounges are located at Area A of the departures, while non-Schengen lounges are located at Area B.