Travelling from Athens International Airport (ATH) to New York John F. Kennedy Airport (JFK): what you need to know
Around 11 hours is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Athens International Airport to New York John F. Kennedy Airport.
New York is seven hours behind Athens and follows the UTC-5 timezone.
Flights from ATH to JFK start from 07:25 — the first with Norse Atlantic Airways. The latest departure is at 19:45 with Norse Atlantic Airways. In total, there are 13 weekly Athens International Airport to New York John F. Kennedy Airport flights.
Your ATH to JFK flight 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 when you're flying internationally.
Travelling during a peak time like August? Major public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer lines at airport checkpoints. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
With direct flights from Athens International Airport to New York John F. Kennedy Airport operated by a number of airlines, getting to New York (and then other parts of the United States) is a breeze. You can travel nonstop with:
Most passengers choose to travel with Delta on this route.
With 68.18% of services arriving as scheduled, Delta is the most punctual carrier offering ATH to JFK flights.
If you want to add a stop to your trip, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Athens International Airport to New York John F. Kennedy Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between ATH and JFK:
London Heathrow Airport
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport
Rome Fiumicino Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Athens International Airport (ATH) to New York John F. Kennedy Airport (JFK)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Athens International Airport to New York John F. Kennedy Airport flight is R 5,097. A return ticket is currently R 7,549. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
To find cheap tickets from ATH to JFK, book in advance. Airlines generally offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first made available.
Schedule your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Athens International Airport to New York John F. Kennedy Airport. If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest price across each month.
Snapping up cheap flights from ATH to JFK is a breeze with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you when a lower fare pops up.
Tailor your flights using filters. Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Athens International Airport to New York John F. Kennedy Airport.
Handy information about Athens International Airport (ATH)
Of the departures from Athens International Airport, 76% land on schedule at their destination.
Central Athens to Athens International Airport is around 32 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 35 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing.
You can expect a journey time of roughly 40 minutes when using public transport.
Get your trip off to a leisurely start by staying near ATH. Whether you have an early flight from Athens International Airport to New York John F. Kennedy Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays are ideal:
Arriving at New York John F. Kennedy Airport (JFK)
If you're getting in on a late Athens International Airport to New York John F. Kennedy Airport flight, few things top the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these options near JFK:
Begin your adventure by picking up a New York John F. Kennedy Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Budget, Dollar or Sixt and explore beyond New York's usual tourist stops.
Booking your vehicle from New York John F. Kennedy Airport around two weeks in advance gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
Getting from New York John F. Kennedy Airport (JFK) to central New York
The address for JFK is JFK Airport.
New York John F. Kennedy Airport to the centre of New York has a drive time of about 45 minutes. It's approximately 24 kilometres away.
It typically takes 50 minutes to get there by public transport.
When to fly to New York John F. Kennedy Airport (JFK)
It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from Athens International Airport to New York John F. Kennedy Airport. July is the busiest month to head to New York. If you prefer a more laid-back vibe, go in March.
When reserving your flight from Athens International Airport to New York John F. Kennedy Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in New York, with temperatures ranging from 18ºC (64ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
January has average temperatures of between -6ºC (21ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF). Look for cheap tickets from ATH to JFK around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of the United States
New York is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of the United States just waiting to be explored. Around 129 kilometres south-west of New York, a visit to Philadelphia will keep you busy. Start with leading sights like Independence Hall, Liberty Bell and Philadelphia Museum of Art.
Around 306 kilometres north-east of New York, Boston is another essential stop in the United States. No visit is complete without checking out Museum of Fine Arts Boston, Freedom Trail and Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum.
