Flying from New York to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH): What you need to know
When organising your flight from New York to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH), there's a good range of airports to start your journey from. John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK), Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) and LaGuardia Airport (LGA) are New York's main terminals.
9 hours 35 minutes is the average duration of a direct New York to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport flight.
Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport is located in Athens. The city operates on the UTC+2 timezone and is six hours ahead of New York.
With 14 direct flights a week between the two airports, John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) is the busiest route. Norse Atlantic Airways operates the earliest flight at 1:15am. If you're eager to make the most of your day before taking off, the last flight from JFK to ATH is with Delta Air Lines at 8:35pm.
Your flight from New York to ATH won't wait if you're running late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
Longer lines at check-in and security are likely if you're travelling during high season, so allow some extra wiggle room. The recommendation for peak times? Get there up to four hours early for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
Airports in New York
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
Go straight to your destination from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK). Nonstop flights from New York to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) can be booked from here.
Leading carriers that operate direct flights from New York to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport leaving from JFK include:
Most travellers prefer to fly with Delta Air Lines between JFK and ATH.
Delta Air Lines is the most punctual carrier operating on this route, with 65.22% of its services arriving as planned.
Think about adding a stopover to find cheap flights from New York to ATH. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK). Pause your trip (and maybe pocket some savings) with a stop at one of these airports:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Located around 48 kilometres from central New York, JFK can be reached in about 50 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport is roughly 1 hour 20 minutes.
Want a stress-free start to your journey? Stay near John F. Kennedy International Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from New York to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport or aren't a fan of being rushed, these hotels have you covered:
When it comes to John F. Kennedy International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 74.1% of flights arrive within the scheduled time frame.
You'll find JFK at JFK Airport.
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Thinking of flying out of Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)? Direct New York to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) flight tickets are available from here.
Get on your direct flight from New York to ATH with Emirates. This is one of the leading airlines flying this route out of EWR.
Emirates is the top choice for passengers flying from EWR to ATH.
Flights between Newark Liberty International Airport and Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport are more likely to arrive as scheduled with Emirates than with any other carrier.
Tick a new place off your list or just take a moment to reset with a stopover. If you'd like to split up your flight from New York to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport, check out these options when leaving from Newark Liberty International Airport:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
Naples International Airport (NAP)
EWR is around 24 kilometres from central New York. It'll take 30 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 1 hour 10 minutes.
Flying off with the first light? Think about staying at one of these hotels near Newark Liberty International Airport the day before your New York to ATH flight:
Newark Liberty International Airport has an on-time performance rate of 73.3%. This figure sheds light on how often flights departing from this airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
You'll find EWR at Building 1, Conrad Road.
LaGuardia Airport (LGA)
Book a flight ticket from New York to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) out of LaGuardia Airport (LGA) with one or more stops. Popular stopovers between LGA and ATH include:
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL)
The journey time to LGA from central New York is around 1 hour by public transport. If you're in a car, it'll take you roughly 25 minutes to cover the 18 kilometres or so.
Wake up, take it easy and still make your New York to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport flight without having to rush. These hotels near LaGuardia Airport make departure day a breeze if you're flying out first thing:
LGA has an on-time performance rating of 80.0%. This means the majority of its flights arrive at their destination as expected and your travel plans stay on track.
You'll find LaGuardia Airport at Hangar 7 Centre.
About Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from New York to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport. Book one of these accommodation options near ATH instead:
Grab an Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport rental car and explore Athens and beyond with your own wheels. Centauro, Green Motion and Surprice are top providers to choose from here.
For the lowest price, book your vehicle around three weeks in advance of your New York to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport flight.
Getting from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) to central Athens
From Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport, central Athens is around 40 kilometres away. It takes about 35 minutes to get to the city centre by car.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour.
How to find the cheapest flights from New York to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
Currently, ج.م. 7,213 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from New York to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is ج.م. 15,124. Keep in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
To snag cheap flights from New York to ATH, book your ticket four months ahead of your planned departure.
The best month for landing cheap New York to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport tickets is September. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare prices, then select the dates that offer the biggest savings.
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The best time to fly from New York to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
February is the quietest month for flights from New York to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH), while August is the busiest. Work out the best time to go to Athens based on whether you want a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Book a New York to ATH flight ticket departing in July if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Athens to range from 22ºC to 37ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from New York to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 4ºC and 14ºC.
More about Athens
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Athens right here. Explore these options once you've booked your flight from New York to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport:
There are so many things to discover in this city, it can be difficult to know where to start. Acropolis of Athens, The Parthenon and Erechtheion are top attractions which should feature on any well-planned Athens itinerary.
Explore more of Greece
Larisa is just one of the many cities in Greece waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Athens. Around 225 kilometres away to the north-west, its best attractions include Ancient Theatre A, War Memorial and Larissa Ancient Ruins.
Around 306 kilometres north of Athens, Kalamaria is another essential stop in Greece. Experience major highlights starting with Thetidos Park, Nautical Club of Thessaloniki and Kalamaria Marina Recreational Park.
