Which airports can I use when flying from New Orleans to Athens?

Flights from New Orleans to Athens usually depart from New Orleans Louis Armstrong (MSY) and arrive at Athens Eleftherios V. (ATH).

What cabin classes can I book on flights from New Orleans to Athens?

Three cabin classes are available on flights from New Orleans to Athens: • Economy Class • Premium Economy Class • Business Class

Which airports do connecting flights from New Orleans to Athens pass through?

One-stop flights from New Orleans to Athens most commonly connect through: • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 47% of one-stop connections • London Heathrow (LHR) - 18% of one-stop connections • Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD) - 9% of one-stop connections • Newark (EWR) - 8% of one-stop connections

Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from New Orleans to Athens?

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 24% on flights from New Orleans to Athens. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at $1,117 round-trip on average, while Tuesday is the most expensive at $1,461, a difference of $344. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

What popular places can I visit in Athens?

Some of the most popular sights in Athens are Acropolis, Syntagma Square and Parthenon. These are among the most viewed places in Athens on KAYAK.

How expensive are last-minute New Orleans to Athens flights?

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) are 14% below the route average of $1,217. Booking late can sometimes save you money, but inventory is limited.

How long is a flight from New Orleans to Athens?

A nonstop flight from New Orleans to Athens takes 00m, covering 6,106 miles.

Do I need a passport to fly from New Orleans to Athens?

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.

How are flight prices from New Orleans to Athens looking right now?

One-way fares from New Orleans to Athens are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $3,251, which is 383% above the typical average for this route.

How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from New Orleans to Athens?

Flying via Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 14h 26m, compared with 15h 10m via Newark (EWR) and 15h 47m via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL).

What is the time difference between New Orleans and Athens?

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

What car rental options are available at Athens Eleftherios V. Airport (ATH)?

Athens Eleftherios V. Airport (ATH) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $28 for economy cars. Top options include: • Record go • Centauro • Europcar • SURPRICE CAR RENTAL • Alamo

How much should I expect to pay for a New Orleans to Athens flight?

Round-trip flights from New Orleans to Athens range from $990 to $1,466, with an average of $1,217 over the past 12 months. Anything below $990 counts as a good deal.

How much is a round-trip flight from New Orleans to Athens?

Round-trip flights from New Orleans to Athens typically range from $990 to $1,466. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $759, on United Airlines.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from New Orleans to Athens?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Thursday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from New Orleans to Athens. It’s 9% cheaper than the average day, while Tuesday is the most expensive, with prices 20% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from New Orleans to Athens?

•January is the cheapest month to fly from New Orleans to Athens at $603 round-trip. •June ($1,554) and May ($1,342) are the most expensive months. •The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 157% on average. This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from New Orleans to Athens the cheapest?

Flights from New Orleans to Athens are cheapest 5 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 12% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Which airline is the cheapest to fly from New Orleans to Athens?

United Airlines ($759) and British Airways ($823) are the cheapest airlines to fly round-trip from New Orleans to Athens according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

What’s the most popular layover airport when flying from New Orleans to Athens?

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) is the most popular layover for the New Orleans to Athens route. 47% of KAYAK users who booked 1-stop round-trips over the past 3 months connected via ATL.

What is the cheapest layover airport when flying from New Orleans to Athens?

Flights via London Heathrow (LHR) offer the most affordable fares, with an average round-trip price of $1,048. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

When flying from New Orleans to Athens which airport offers the shortest layover?

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD) had the shortest average connection time for New Orleans to Athens layovers at 7h 35m over the past 3 months.

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Recent round-trip flight deals from New Orleans to Athens

Sun, Feb 21 - Thu, Mar 4

8:00 am - 12:05 pmMSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.

20h 05m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Munich Franz Josef Strauss

1:00 pm - 9:15 pmATH Athens Eleftherios V.-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong

40h 15m2 stops Toronto Pearson Intl Houston George Bush Intcntl

$759United Airlines

Sun, Feb 21 - Thu, Mar 4

11:21 am - 7:15 pmMSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.

23h 54m2 stops Miami London Heathrow

7:55 am - 5:50 pmATH Athens Eleftherios V.-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong

17h 55m1 stop London Heathrow

$823British Airways

Mon, Nov 30 - Tue, Dec 15

7:55 pm - 11:20 pmMSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.

19h 25m1 stop London Heathrow

7:40 am - 5:50 pmATH Athens Eleftherios V.-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong

18h 10m1 stop London Heathrow

$829British Airways

Tue, Feb 2 - Fri, Feb 5

12:39 pm - 12:55 pmMSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.

40h 16m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Zurich

6:40 am - 7:18 pmATH Athens Eleftherios V.-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong

20h 38m2 stops Munich Franz Josef Strauss Chicago O'Hare Intl

$836United Airlines

Mon, Nov 30 - Tue, Dec 15

7:46 am - 1:40 pmMSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.

21h 54m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Paris Charles de Gaulle

6:10 am - 7:10 pmATH Athens Eleftherios V.-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong

21h 00m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol New York John F Kennedy Intl

$850Delta

Wed, Apr 21 - Mon, May 3

8:00 am - 11:10 amMSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.

19h 10m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Toronto Pearson Intl

3:30 pm - 6:54 pmATH Athens Eleftherios V.-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong

35h 24m2 stops Brussels Bruxelles-National Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

$926Multiple Airlines

Wed, Apr 28 - Sat, May 8

1:05 pm - 1:10 pmMSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.

40h 05m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Kastrup Copenhagen

9:05 pm - 8:42 pmATH Athens Eleftherios V.-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong

31h 37m2 stops Kastrup Copenhagen Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$940Scandinavian Airlines

Mon, Nov 9 - Mon, Nov 16

5:30 am - 9:35 amMSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.

20h 05m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson New York John F Kennedy Intl

1:45 pm - 3:54 pmATH Athens Eleftherios V.-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong

34h 09m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$993Delta

Sat, Dec 12 - Sat, Dec 19

11:30 am - 11:00 amMSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.

39h 30m2 stops Toronto Pearson Intl Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl

5:20 pm - 5:52 pmATH Athens Eleftherios V.-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong

32h 32m2 stops Frankfurt am Main Houston George Bush Intcntl

$1,027Lufthansa

Thu, Mar 25 - Sat, Apr 3

2:07 pm - 5:25 pmMSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.

20h 18m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Frankfurt am Main

6:00 am - 10:21 pmATH Athens Eleftherios V.-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong

24h 21m2 stops Munich Franz Josef Strauss Chicago O'Hare Intl

$1,032Lufthansa

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Tue, Nov 3 - Sun, Nov 15

11:35 am - 10:05 amMSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.

14h 30m1 stop Newark

1:00 pm - 9:43 pmATH Athens Eleftherios V.-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong

40h 43m3 stops Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl New York LaGuardia Houston George Bush Intcntl

$1,015United Airlines

Tue, Nov 3 - Sun, Nov 15

12:33 pm - 10:05 amMSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.

13h 32m1 stop Newark

1:00 pm - 11:52 pmATH Athens Eleftherios V.-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong

42h 52m2 stops Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl

$1,015United Airlines

Tue, Nov 3 - Sun, Nov 15

12:44 pm - 12:05 pmMSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.

15h 21m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Munich Franz Josef Strauss

1:00 pm - 11:52 pmATH Athens Eleftherios V.-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong

42h 52m2 stops Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl

$1,017United Airlines

Tue, Nov 3 - Sun, Nov 15

12:33 pm - 10:05 amMSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.

13h 32m1 stop Newark

12:25 pm - 11:59 pmATH Athens Eleftherios V.-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong

19h 34m1 stop Newark

$1,035United Airlines

Tue, Nov 3 - Sun, Nov 15

11:30 am - 4:50 pmMSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.

21h 20m2 stops Toronto Pearson Intl Zurich

6:40 am - 11:59 pmATH Athens Eleftherios V.-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong

25h 19m3 stops Munich Franz Josef Strauss Toronto Pearson Intl Newark

$1,154Air Canada

Tue, Nov 3 - Sun, Nov 15

11:30 am - 4:50 pmMSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.

21h 20m2 stops Toronto Pearson Intl Zurich

6:40 am - 11:59 pmATH Athens Eleftherios V.-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong

25h 19m3 stops Munich Franz Josef Strauss Toronto Pearson Intl Newark

$1,164Air Canada

Tue, Nov 3 - Sun, Nov 15

11:35 am - 3:10 pmMSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.

19h 35m3 stops Newark Lisbon Humberto Delgado Barcelona-El Prat

8:35 am - 9:17 amATH Athens Eleftherios V.-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong

32h 42m3 stops Rome Fiumicino Lisbon Humberto Delgado New York John F Kennedy Intl

$4,311TAP AIR PORTUGAL

Tue, Nov 3 - Sun, Nov 15

6:32 pm - 1:00 amMSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.

46h 28m3 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Hong Kong Intl London Heathrow

7:05 am - 9:35 pmATH Athens Eleftherios V.-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong

46h 30m3 stops Zurich Hong Kong Intl Dallas/Fort Worth

$13,957Multiple Airlines

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How much is a round-trip flight from New Orleans to Athens? This analysis is based on the cheapest round-trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from New Orleans to Athens departing in february.
What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from New Orleans to Athens?: Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Thursday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from New Orleans to Athens. It’s 9% cheaper than the average day, while Tuesday is the most expensive, with prices 20% higher.
What’s the cheapest month to fly from New Orleans to Athens? KAYAK internal proprietary data takes all prices for each month over the last 12 months for round-trip flights from New Orleans to Athens, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers and then takes the median of all values for each month.: •January is the cheapest month to fly from New Orleans to Athens at $603 round-trip.
•June ($1,554) and May ($1,342) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 157% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.
When are flights from New Orleans to Athens the cheapest?: Flights from New Orleans to Athens are cheapest 5 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 12% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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What cabin classes can I book on flights from New Orleans to Athens?
Three cabin classes are available on flights from New Orleans to Athens:

• Economy Class
• Premium Economy Class
• Business Class
How long is a flight from New Orleans to Athens?
A nonstop flight from New Orleans to Athens takes 00m, covering 6,106 miles.
Do I need a passport to fly from New Orleans to Athens?
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.
How much should I expect to pay for a New Orleans to Athens flight?
Round-trip flights from New Orleans to Athens range from $990 to $1,466, with an average of $1,217 over the past 12 months. Anything below $990 counts as a good deal.
How expensive are last-minute New Orleans to Athens flights?
Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) are 14% below the route average of $1,217. Booking late can sometimes save you money, but inventory is limited.
How are flight prices from New Orleans to Athens looking right now?
One-way fares from New Orleans to Athens are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $3,251, which is 383% above the typical average for this route.
What car rental options are available at Athens Eleftherios V. Airport (ATH)?
Athens Eleftherios V. Airport (ATH) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $28 for economy cars. Top options include:

• Record go
• Centauro
• Europcar
• SURPRICE CAR RENTAL
• Alamo
Which airports can I use when flying from New Orleans to Athens?
Flights from New Orleans to Athens usually depart from New Orleans Louis Armstrong (MSY) and arrive at Athens Eleftherios V. (ATH).
Which airports do connecting flights from New Orleans to Athens pass through?
One-stop flights from New Orleans to Athens most commonly connect through:

• Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 47% of one-stop connections
• London Heathrow (LHR) - 18% of one-stop connections
• Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD) - 9% of one-stop connections
• Newark (EWR) - 8% of one-stop connections
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from New Orleans to Athens?
Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 24% on flights from New Orleans to Athens. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at $1,117 round-trip on average, while Tuesday is the most expensive at $1,461, a difference of $344.

KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.
How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from New Orleans to Athens?
Flying via Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 14h 26m, compared with 15h 10m via Newark (EWR) and 15h 47m via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL).
What is the time difference between New Orleans and Athens?
Athens is 7 hours ahead of New Orleans (Eastern European Time vs Central Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.
What popular places can I visit in Athens?
Some of the most popular sights in Athens are Acropolis, Syntagma Square and Parthenon. These are among the most viewed places in Athens on KAYAK.

If your dates are flexible, aim for a Thursday departure and avoid flying on Tuesday. On this route, Thursday flights average $1,117, about $344 less than Tuesday fares (24% savings) based on the last 12 months.
For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 5 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 12% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
If you can choose when to travel, plan your New Orleans to Athens trip for January. Fares historically average $603 round-trip in that month - typically $951 less than the most expensive month, which is June (based on the last 12 months).

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