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September 18 - October 13

Cheapest

MSY - Athens

$834

$749

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September 26 - October 13

MSY - Athens

$862

$751

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September 19 - October 13

MSY - Athens

$840

$751

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October 3 - October 13

MSY - Athens

$1,043

$773

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October 14 - October 16

Best

MSY - Athens

$1,125

$785

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September 18 - October 16

MSY - Athens

$834

$795

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September 26 - October 16

MSY - Athens

$861

$797

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September 19 - October 16

MSY - Athens

$840

$797

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September 9 - September 23

Earliest

MSY - Athens

$820

$816

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October 7 - October 11

MSY - Athens

$1,114

$821

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Insights for flights from New Orleans to Athens

Most itineraries for cheap flights from New Orleans to Athens connect at least once, with 0% of recent fares being non-stop. When connections are necessary, the typical number of stopovers is 3.

Right now, fares to Athens from New Orleans are typically $763–$1340, with a median of $972. Current fares are significantly above the typical level, and only 5% of recent fares were classified as a good price. New deals appear almost daily, offering frequent opportunities to find better prices.

If you are looking for the cheapest time to fly from New Orleans to Athens, December stands out with a median fare of $596. Other cost-effective months include July, where the median fare is $693, and April, with a median fare of $712.

A typical journey from New Orleans to Athens, including connections, takes approximately 34h 24m. This long-haul route covers a substantial distance of 9834 km.

How much is a round trip from New Orleans to Athens

Regular price: $703 - $1,743

Prices for flights from New Orleans to Athens are currently within the regular range.

The regular price range for this route is between $703 and $1743. The current lowest deal is $749 with Frontier Airlines, valid for travel from Sep 18-Oct 13.

now $749

Low $703

High $1,743

The cheapest time to fly from New Orleans to Athens

The cheapest month to fly from MSY to ATH is December, with a median price of $596. The most expensive month is June, with a median price of $1646. Prices are generally lower from January to December.

December

Cheapest

Flights from $596

June

Most Expensive

Flights from $1,646

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Direct flights from New Orleans to Athens

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Last-minute flights going from New Orleans to Athens

Fri, Jul 3

⌛ Last-Minute

MSY - Athens

New Orleans (MSY) - Athens (ATH)

Breeze Airways

$1,096

$1,104

One-way

Sat, Jul 4

⌛ Last-Minute

MSY - Athens

New Orleans (MSY) - Athens (ATH)

Breeze Airways

$1,077

$960

One-way

Sat, Jul 4

⌛ Last-Minute

MSY - Athens

New Orleans (MSY) - Athens (ATH)

Breeze Airways

$1,096

$1,037

One-way

Sun, Jul 5

⌛ Last-Minute

MSY - Athens

New Orleans (MSY) - Athens (ATH)

Frontier Airlines

$1,092

$991

One-way

Tue, Jul 7

⌛ Last-Minute

MSY - Athens

New Orleans (MSY) - Athens (ATH)

Frontier Airlines

$1,076

$1,058

One-way

Wed, Jul 8

⌛ Last-Minute

MSY - Athens

New Orleans (MSY) - Athens (ATH)

British Airways

$1,073

$1,064

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from New Orleans to Athens

11 nights

Dec 11 - Dec 22

$1,239 → $895

28%

2 nights

Oct 14 - Oct 16

$1,125 → $785

30%

7 nights

Dec 9 - Dec 16

$1,209 → $878

27%

7 nights

Dec 14 - Dec 21

$1,223 → $916

25%

Popular Airports to fly from New Orleans to Athens

New Orleans - Athens route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares for New Orleans to Athens are above the typical level, with a median price of $972.

📅 Best time to fly

December is historically cheapest at $596

Historically, December is the cheapest month to fly from New Orleans to Athens, with a median price of $596.

⏱️ Flight duration

Flights are typically 34h 24m with 3+ stops

Flights from New Orleans to Athens typically take 34h 24m, usually with 3 or more stopovers.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Deals are frequent, with over 1 per day

Deals for this route are frequent, with over 1 deal per day historically available.

🏆 Airline highlight

Frontier Airlines offers a recent deal at $749

A recent deal from Frontier Airlines was found for $749, departing September 18 and returning October 13.

🎯 Booking tip

Only 5% of recent fares are considered good deals

Only 5% of recent fares for this route are considered good deals, so act fast when you see one.

New Orleans main airports to depart from

Louis Armstrong New Orleans International (MSY)

Cheapest

Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport is a good option for flights from New Orleans to Athens.

📍 ~20 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$749

Athens main airports to arrive at

Athens International (ATH)

Cheapest

Athens International Airport is the primary gateway for flights arriving from New Orleans.

📍 ~25 km from Athens city center (reachable by car, bus, metro, rail)

💸 Flights from ~$747

Airports nearby Athens used as alternative

Kalamata International (KLX)

Kalamata International is a useful mainland alternative with reliable road access via the A7 highway.

📍 ~135 km from Athens (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$991

Nea Anchialos National (VOL)

Nea Anchialos National is a mainland option accessible by car or bus from Athens.

📍 ~200 km from Athens (reachable by car or bus)

💸 Flights from ~$1258

Mykonos Island National (JMK)

Mykonos Island National is a major international hub with extensive European connections during peak season.

📍 ~170 km from Athens (requires ferry or domestic flight)

💸 Flights from ~$884

Santorini (Thira) National (JTR)

Cheapest

Santorini (Thira) National is a busy airport with diverse international routes, offering strong long-haul connectivity.

📍 ~230 km from Athens (requires sea or air transfer)

💸 Flights from ~$847

Araxos (GPA)

Araxos is a mainland airport serving the Peloponnese region, reachable by road from Athens.

📍 ~200 km from Athens (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$1032

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Athens

Athens, Greece

69% AI deal score

$6,990

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Athens

To find more affordable flights, consider being flexible with your travel dates and times. Comparing prices across different airlines and booking platforms can often reveal better deals. Looking into flights with layovers may also present cheaper options than direct routes.

Booking flights in advance, often several months before your intended departure, can sometimes result in lower prices. However, prices can fluctuate, so monitoring fares over time may help you identify a good booking window. Mid-week bookings are sometimes suggested for potential savings.

Comparing nearby airports at both your origin and destination can sometimes uncover more economical flight options. While it may add to your ground travel time, the potential savings on airfare can be significant. Always factor in the cost and convenience of transportation to and from alternative airports.

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