Question 1

Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Athens to New York flights?

Accepted Answer

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
• United Airlines: offers free seat selection

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

Question 2

What airlines fly from Athens to New York?

Accepted Answer

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

• Emirates
• Delta
• United Airlines

Question 3

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

Accepted Answer

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).

Question 4

Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Athens to New York flights?

Accepted Answer

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 always check the fare details before booking.

Question 5

Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Athens to New York?

Accepted Answer

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

• Economy Class
• Premium Economy Class
• Business Class

Question 6

How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Athens to New York?

Accepted Answer

On this route, layover flights are cheaper than direct options on average. Layover fares average ₪1,485 round-trip via London Gatwick (LGW), compared to ₪2,641 for direct flights.

Question 7

What is the standard checked bag allowance on flights from Athens to New York?

Accepted Answer

There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge ₪160–₪311 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

Question 8

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

Accepted Answer

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

• Istanbul (IST) - 37% of one-stop connections
• Kastrup Copenhagen (CPH) - 24% of one-stop connections
• Rome Fiumicino (FCO) - 11% of one-stop connections
• London Heathrow (LHR) - 9% of one-stop connections

Question 9

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

Accepted Answer

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 14% on flights from Athens to New York. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at ₪2,475 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at ₪2,845, a difference of ₪370.

KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

Question 10

At what point is a flight from Athens to New York considered delayed?

Accepted Answer

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 three months, with delays averaging 3h 50m.

Question 11

How are flight departures from Athens to New York spread across the day?

Accepted Answer

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

Question 12

What popular places can I visit in New York?

Accepted Answer

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

Question 13

What are the earliest and latest flights from Athens to New York?

Accepted Answer

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

• Earliest: departs at 11:45 and lands at 22:52
• Latest: departs at 17:10 and lands at 04:17.

The flight takes about 11h 07m.

Question 14

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

Accepted Answer

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 12% above the ₪2,591 route average. Book 20 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

Question 15

How long is a flight from Athens to New York?

Accepted Answer

A nonstop flight from Athens to New York takes 11h 07m, covering 12,769 km.

Question 16

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

Accepted Answer

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.

Question 17

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

Accepted Answer

One-way fares from Athens to New York are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about ₪2,553, which is 25% above the typical average for this route.

Question 18

How does on-time performance compare across airlines flying from Athens to New York?

Accepted Answer

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: 89% on time
• Delta: 89% on time
• Norse Atlantic Airways: 85% on time

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

Question 19

What time of day has the fewest delays on flights from Athens to New York?

Accepted Answer

Morning flights have the fewest delays on this route, while evening departures tend to have the most.

Question 20

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

Accepted Answer

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 53m via Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS).

Question 21

What is the time difference between Athens and New York?

Accepted Answer

New York is 6 hours behind Athens (Eastern Time vs Eastern European Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Question 22

What car rental options are available in New York?

Accepted Answer

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 ₪225:

• Ace
• Budget
• Hertz
• Dollar
• Avis

Near New York LaGuardia Airport (LGA) – daily rates from around ₪236:

• Ace
• Budget
• Hertz
• Avis
• Dollar

Near Newark Airport (EWR) – daily rates from around ₪258:

• Ace
• Budget
• Alamo
• Hertz
• Dollar

Question 23

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

Accepted Answer

Round-trip flights from Athens to New York range from ₪2,109 to ₪3,083, with an average of ₪2,591 over the past 12 months. Anything below ₪2,109 counts as a good deal.

Question 24

Which airlines offer Wi-Fi on Athens to New York flights?

Accepted Answer

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

• Delta
• Air France
• KLM
• Virgin Atlantic

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.

Question 25

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

Accepted Answer

Round-trip flights from Athens to New York typically range from ₪2,109 to ₪3,083. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was ₪1,531, on Scandinavian Airlines.

Question 26

What is the cheapest Athens to New York flight route?

Accepted Answer

Athens (ATH) to New York LaGuardia Airport (LGA) is the cheapest Athens to New York route, averaging ₪2,310 round-trip. Other Athens to New York routes average ₪2,579, based on KAYAK data over the past 12 months.

Question 27

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

Accepted Answer

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Athens to New York. It’s 5% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 9% higher.

Question 28

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

Accepted Answer

•September is the cheapest month to fly from Athens to New York at ₪2,201 round-trip.
•December (₪2,920) and August (₪2,783) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 32% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

Question 29

When are flights from Athens to New York the cheapest?

Accepted Answer

Flights from Athens to New York are cheapest 20 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 25% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Question 30

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

Accepted Answer

Scandinavian Airlines (₪1,531) and Delta (₪2,686) are the cheapest airlines to fly round-trip from Athens to New York according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

Question 31

Which airline offers the most direct flights between Athens and New York?

Accepted Answer

Emirates and Delta offer the most frequent direct flights from Athens to New York at 7 flights per week. Based on KAYAK flight data over the last 3 months.

Question 32

What’s the most punctual time of day to fly from Athens to New York?

Accepted Answer

Morning flights have the fewest delays. Evening departures experience delays most often.

Question 33

Which day of the week has the fewest delays on Athens to New York flights?

Accepted Answer

Tuesday has the fewest flight delays on the Athens to New York route, at only 9% of flights delayed. Thursday has the most delays at 16%.

Question 34

Which airline is the most punctual on Athens to New York flights?

Accepted Answer

American Airlines is the most punctual airline on Athens to New York flights. 89% of flights were on time in the past 3 months.

Question 35

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

Accepted Answer

Istanbul (IST) is the most popular layover for the Athens to New York route. 37% of KAYAK users who booked 1-stop round-trips over the past 3 months connected via IST.

Question 36

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

Accepted Answer

Flights via London Gatwick (LGW) offer the most affordable fares, with an average round-trip price of ₪1,485. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

Question 37

Which route with a layover is the fastest from Athens to New York?

Accepted Answer

Munich Franz Josef Strauss (MUC) offers the shortest 1-stop connection from Athens to New York at 12h 18m one-way, 1h 11m longer than the 11h 07m direct flight. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

Question 38

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

Accepted Answer

Munich Franz Josef Strauss (MUC) had the shortest average connection time for Athens to New York layovers at 7h 06m over the past 3 months.

Question 39

How many direct flights run daily between Athens and New York?

Accepted Answer

There are about 2 flights per day from Athens to New York, which is about 14 flights per week, spread evenly across the week.

Question 40

What time of day do most flights depart from Athens to New York?

Accepted Answer

Most direct flights from Athens to New York depart in the morning, accounting for 50% of direct departures. Around 1 flights are scheduled in that window over the next three months.

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