Deal alert: New York to Greece from $309 round-trip
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Flights from New York to Athens, Greece, are on sale for as little as $309 round-trip, as reported by Secret Flying.
The cheapest options include travel on full-service Oneworld carriers like American and British Airways, however those fares will include a one-stop in each direction. If you're willing to spend a bit more, you can fly nonstop on Norwegian from $386 round-trip.
You'll have to pay for extras on all carriers since tickets are in basic economy. That includes seat selection and a checked bag. However you'll enjoy a free meal on the Oneworld carriers, while you'll have to pay for food on Norwegian.
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Airlines: Norwegian, Iberia, American, British Airways
Routes: JFK/EWR to ATH
Cost: From $309 round-trip in economy
Travel Dates: Jan. – May. 2020
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Here's an example of what you can book:
New York (JFK) to Athens (ATH) on British Airways/American for $309 round-trip:
New York (JFK) to Athens (ATH) on American/Iberia for $386 round-trip nonstop:
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