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Cheap Flights from New York Newark to Athens International

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Flight deals from New York Newark to Athens International

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from New York Newark to Athens International? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Athens.R 4,188 per passenger.Departing Wed, 1 Oct.One-way flight with French Bee.Outbound indirect flight with French Bee, departs from New York Newark on Wed, 1 Oct, arriving in Athens International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 4,188, select.
Athens.R 4,211 per passenger.Departing Thu, 11 Sep.One-way flight with French Bee.Outbound indirect flight with French Bee, departs from New York Newark on Thu, 11 Sep, arriving in Athens International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 4,211, select.
Athens.R 4,607 per passenger.Departing Sat, 15 Nov.One-way flight with French Bee.Outbound indirect flight with French Bee, departs from New York Newark on Sat, 15 Nov, arriving in Athens International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 4,607, select.
Athens.R 4,682 per passenger.Departing Mon, 8 Dec.One-way flight with French Bee.Outbound indirect flight with French Bee, departs from New York Newark on Mon, 8 Dec, arriving in Athens International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 4,682, select.
Athens.R 5,035 per passenger.Departing Mon, 5 May.One-way flight with French Bee.Outbound indirect flight with French Bee, departs from New York Newark on Mon, 5 May, arriving in Athens International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,035, select.
Athens.R 5,574 per passenger.Departing Mon, 18 Aug.One-way flight with TAP Air Portugal.Outbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from New York Newark on Mon, 18 Aug, arriving in Athens International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,574, select.
Athens.R 5,689 per passenger.Departing Mon, 28 Apr.One-way flight with French Bee.Outbound indirect flight with French Bee, departs from New York Newark on Mon, 28 Apr, arriving in Athens International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,689, select.
Athens.R 5,736 per passenger.Departing Mon, 12 Jan.One-way flight with French Bee.Outbound indirect flight with French Bee, departs from New York Newark on Mon, 12 Jan, arriving in Athens International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,736, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from New York Newark to Athens International

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like New York Newark to Athens International flights are currently cheapest in October.
Apr
from R 5,689
May
from R 5,035
Jun
from R 6,314
Jul
from R 5,867
Aug
from R 5,574
Sep
from R 4,211
Oct
from R 4,188
Nov
from R 4,607
Dec
from R 4,682
Jan
from R 5,736
Feb
from R 6,160
Mar
from R 8,280

Direct flights from New York Newark to Athens International

New York Newark to Athens International: Alternative routes

Compare routes from New York Newark to Athens below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Athens International.

New York to Athens: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 4,188
Cheapest month to flyOctober
Average flight time9 hrs, 32 mins
Most popular airlineAir Canada
Average flights per week45

Finding cheap flights from New York Newark to Athens International: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from New York Newark to Athens International is R 9,820. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
9 hours and 32 minutes is the average flight time from New York Newark to Athens International.
Air Canada, United and Lufthansa fly direct from New York Newark to Athens International.
As of April 2025, there are 45 flights per week flying from New York Newark to Athens International.
The cheapest month to fly from New York Newark to Athens International is usually April 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from New York Newark Airport to Athens International Airport on Wednesday, 12 November 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 9 hours and 32 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Athens International but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Athens is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, United offers the cheapest flight tickets to Athens International.

Flying from Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH): what you need to know

  • Around 9 hours 20 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Newark Liberty International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport.

  • Athens is six hours ahead of New York and follows the UTC+2 timezone.

  • Flights from EWR to ATH start at 15:45 — the first with United Airlines. The last departure is at 23:55 with Emirates. Overall, you can take your pick of 17 weekly Newark Liberty International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport flights.

  • Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your EWR to ATH flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.

  • You can expect longer queues during popular months such as April. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.

  • Emirates has direct flights from Newark Liberty International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to discover the sights in Athens — and maybe even more of Greece if your schedule allows.

  • The airline with the highest number of bookings on this route is Emirates.

  • The most punctual carrier offering EWR to ATH flights is Emirates. Its services land without delay 78.33% of the time.

  • If you want to explore another city along the way, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Newark Liberty International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport. These are the top stopovers between EWR and ATH:

    • Franz Josef Strauss Airport

    • Naples International Airport

    • Amsterdam Airport Schiphol

How to find the cheapest flights from Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)

  • R 4,188 is the lowest price for a one-way Newark Liberty International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport flight. A return flight starts from R 9,820. These prices may change based on demand and availability.

  • Book one month before travelling. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from EWR to ATH.

  • The cheapest month for flights from Newark Liberty International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport is December. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have flexible travel dates.

  • Save time searching for cheap flights from EWR to ATH by creating a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification on the app when a lower fare pops up.

  • Tailor your flights with filters. Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Newark Liberty International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport.

Handy information about Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)

  • You'll find EWR at Building 1, Conrad Road.

  • When it comes to the on-time performance of Newark Liberty International Airport, data shows 73.3% of flights complete their journey on time.

  • Newark Liberty International Airport is around 24 kilometres from central New York. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.

  • Expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour 10 minutes on public transport.

  • Get your journey off to a leisurely start by staying near EWR. Whether you have an early flight from Newark Liberty International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are ideal:

Arriving at Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)

  • The last thing you want is a long trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a Newark Liberty International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near ATH instead:

  • Pick up an Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport rental car and discover Athens and beyond with your own wheels. Centauro, Green Motion and Surprice are top providers you can book with here.

  • Reserving your ride from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport about three weeks in advance gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.

Getting from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) to central Athens

  • Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport is approximately 40 kilometres from the centre of Athens. The drive time takes about 35 minutes.

  • It'll take around 1 hour if you're travelling by public transport.

When to fly to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)

  • The quietest month for a flight from Newark Liberty International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport is January, while July is the busiest. Pick the best time to visit Athens based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.

  • The warmest month in Athens is July, with the temperature ranging between 22ºC (72ºF) and 37ºC (99ºF). Lock in your flights from Newark Liberty International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.

  • Search for cheap tickets from EWR to ATH in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 4ºC (39ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF) on average.

Explore more of Greece

  • Athens has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of Greece waiting to be explored. About 306 kilometres north of Athens, a visit to Thessaloniki will keep you on the go. Start with leading sights like Arch of Galerius, Aristotelous Square and Museum of Byzantine Culture.

  • Larisa is another favourite destination in Greece and is around 209 kilometres north-west of Athens. No trip is complete without seeing Agioi Saranta, Saint George Orthodox Church and Second Ancient Theatre.

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