{ "response": { "Key": "EWR-ATH", "orig": { "code": "EWR", "type": "airport", "city": "Newark", "fullCity": "Newark, New Jersey", "airport": "Liberty Intl Airport" }, "dest": { "code": "ATH", "type": "airport", "city": "Athens", "fullCity": "Athens, Greece", "airport": "Eleftherios Venizelos Intl Airport" }, "faq": { "q0": { "question": "What is the typical flight duration from Newark to Athens?", "answer": "A nonstop flight from Newark (EWR) to Athens (ATH) typically takes about 9 hours 30 minutes to 9 hours 45 minutes. With one stop, depending on the connection city, total travel time often ranges from 11 to 13 hours. Return nonstop flights from Athens to Newark can be slightly longer, usually around 10 hours 15 minutes to 10 hours 30 minutes." }, "q1": { "question": "Are there any direct flights from Newark to Athens?", "answer": "Yes, Emirates and United both fly nonstop from Newark to Athens, each operating daily. United runs up to five daily departures in the mid-afternoon to early evening, while Emirates has two late-night departures just before midnight. Together the two carriers offer 49 nonstop flights per week on this route.", "methodology": "Airlines and weekly frequencies are compiled from our flight-schedule database, which combines published airline timetables, U.S. government schedule data from the Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS), and observed flight operations from the EUROCONTROL/OpenSky Open Performance Data Initiative (OPDI). We count each operating carrier's scheduled weekly departures and the days it flies; where there is no nonstop service, connecting carriers are identified by linking scheduled nonstop segments through common hub airports. Where a median fare is shown for a carrier, it reflects the real fares Priceline users found on this route in the last 72 hours. Carrier service and weekly frequencies are summarized from our flight-schedule database, which draws on published airline timetables, U.S. government schedule data, and observed operations from the EUROCONTROL/OpenSky Open Performance Data Initiative (OPDI). Where available, on-time and cancellation rates come from the U.S. Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS) Airline On-Time Performance dataset, and typical fares from the U.S. DOT Airline Origin and Destination Survey (DB1B), a quarterly 10% sample of tickets sold.", "toolsUsed": [ "route_airlines", "flight_schedule" ] }, "q2": { "question": "Are there visa requirements to travel from Newark to Athens?", "answer": "Yes. For a flight from Newark to Athens, U.S. citizens do not need a visa for stays up to 90 days in Greece, as Greece is in the Schengen Area. Beginning in 2025, U.S. citizens will need an ETIAS authorization. Greek citizens traveling to Newark must have a valid visa or ESTA authorization under the Visa Waiver Program. Other nationalities should check both U.S. and Schengen entry requirements." }, "q3": { "question": "What are the ground transportation options in Athens?", "answer": "Athens International Airport offers several ground transport options. The Metro Line 3 and Suburban Railway connect directly to the city center and Piraeus, with trains roughly every 30–36 minutes and a one-way fare around €9. Taxis are available 24/7 with a flat rate of about €40 to the center, and ride-share apps like Uber operate via local taxis. Car rentals are on-site, and express buses (X95, X96, X97) run frequently to key points. The Metro is the fastest and most-used option for most travelers heading downtown.", "toolsUsed": [], "references": [ { "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Athens%20Airport%20station", "title": "Athens Airport station", "time_published": "2025-12-30T10:04:42Z" }, { "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Athens_Airport_station", "title": "Athens Airport station", "time_published": "2026-05-23T02:23:19Z" }, { "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Athens_International_Airport_S.A.", "title": "Athens International Airport S.A.", "time_published": "2026-06-14T17:54:54Z" }, { "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/1973_Athens_Hellinikon_International_Airport_attack", "title": "1973 Athens Hellinikon International Airport attack", "time_published": "2026-05-03T15:55:50Z" }, { "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Public%20transport%20in%20Athens", "title": "Public transport in Athens", "time_published": "2026-04-30T18:43:30Z" } ] }, "q4": { "question": "When is the cheapest time to fly from Newark to Athens?", "answer": "The cheapest months to fly from Newark to Athens are April, October, and November, with average fares around $642–$660, while June is the most expensive month at $979 on average. July and May are also pricey, averaging $817 and $788, and the low season spans April, October, November, and September, while the high season covers December, May, July, and June.", "methodology": "This 'good deal' estimate shows a representative best price for each departure date across roughly a 12-month window (about 3 months back and 9 months forward). It is built from real flight prices found by Priceline users searching this route, accumulated into a price history for each departure date. Rather than weighting all of that history equally, we apply exponential time decay so recent prices dominate — a price seen yesterday counts almost in full, one from about a month ago roughly a third, and prices from a few months back very little — giving a figure that tracks today's market instead of a stale long-run average. Clear price outliers are removed before any calculation, departure dates with no observations are filled in from nearby dates, and the resulting curve is lightly smoothed so it reads as a clean seasonal trend rather than day-to-day noise.", "toolsUsed": [ "seasonal_prices" ] }, "q5": { "question": "How far in advance should I book tickets from Newark to Athens?", "answer": "For Newark to Athens, the sweet spot is about 23 to 26 weeks ahead, when average fares dip to around $817. The absolute lowest price appears at roughly 180 days out, around $804, while last-minute bookings can climb to $904. For summer or holiday travel, aiming for that 5–6 month window is even more important, as prices tend to rise sharply closer to departure.", "methodology": "This booking-window guidance is built from the same real flight prices found by Priceline users searching this route, re-grouped by how many days before departure each price was seen (from the departure day out to about 180 days ahead) across the route's price history. At each booking lead time we report the 25th-percentile price — the cheaper end of what travelers were quoted, rather than the rock-bottom minimum (which can be a fluke) or the average (which is pulled up by expensive last-minute fares). The buy-or-wait advice then applies a risk premium that grows as departure approaches, since seat availability shrinks and prices become less predictable; using that adjusted curve we flag windows where waiting is likely to save a meaningful amount (at least $20 or 5%) versus windows where booking now is the better call. Isolated single-day recommendations are filtered out, so the advice only reflects a window that holds for several days in a row.", "toolsUsed": [ "booking_timing" ] }, "q6": { "question": "Are overnight (red‑eye) flights available from Newark to Athens?", "answer": "No nonstop red‑eye flights operate from Newark to Athens, but several one‑stop connecting itineraries have an overnight long‑leg. For example, Air France via Paris departs Newark at 5:00 PM and arrives Paris at 6:10 AM (arriving in the early hours), while United via Washington Dulles departs at 5:15 PM and arrives Athens at 10:00 AM the next morning. Other connections route through Toronto, Montreal, Atlanta, Chicago, New York JFK, Frankfurt, Geneva, London, or Amsterdam on carriers including Air Canada, Delta, Lufthansa, SWISS, American, and KLM, with the overnight leg typically departing between 4:20 PM and 9:50 PM.", "methodology": "Red-eye flights are identified from scheduled local departure and arrival times in our flight-schedule database — built from published airline timetables and official schedule data, including U.S. Department of Transportation records for domestic routes — flagging services that depart late at night and arrive the following morning; for connecting itineraries the red-eye is based on the timing of the overnight long-haul leg.", "toolsUsed": [ "redeye_flights" ] }, "q7": { "question": "Which airlines usually operate this route from Newark to Athens?", "answer": "United Airlines and Emirates both operate non‑stop from Newark to Athens. United flies roughly twice daily, offering about 35 weekly departures with a typical median fare around $1,083. Emirates runs a daily service, providing 14 weekly flights and a median fare near $1,079.", "methodology": "Airlines and weekly frequencies are compiled from our flight-schedule database, which combines published airline timetables, U.S. government schedule data from the Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS), and observed flight operations from the EUROCONTROL/OpenSky Open Performance Data Initiative (OPDI). We count each operating carrier's scheduled weekly departures and the days it flies; where there is no nonstop service, connecting carriers are identified by linking scheduled nonstop segments through common hub airports. Where a median fare is shown for a carrier, it reflects the real fares Priceline users found on this route in the last 72 hours.", "toolsUsed": [ "route_airlines" ] }, "q8": { "question": "If I need a connection, what are common layover cities between Newark and Athens?", "answer": "Common layovers include London, Frankfurt, Munich, and Zurich. These major European hubs offer extensive onward connections, efficient transfer processes, and visa-free transit for US passport holders, keeping total travel time competitive." }, "q9": { "question": "How reliable are on‑time departures on this route from Newark to Athens?", "answer": "On‑time performance is generally reliable, though afternoon and evening flights face higher risks of delay due to Newark’s congestion. Choosing early departures on carriers like United or Emirates typically improves your chances." }, "q10": { "question": "Which months have the best weather for traveling to Athens?", "answer": "April to June and September to early October offer pleasant temperatures and fewer tourists than July and August." }, "q11": { "question": "What documents should I bring with me to the airport when flying from Newark to Athens?", "answer": "Bring a passport valid for at least three months beyond your stay, any required visa or ETIAS authorization when implemented, proof of onward travel, a payment method for baggage, and any necessary vaccination certificates." }, "q12": { "question": "Which airport should I use in Athens?", "answer": "Athens has only one commercial airport, Athens International Airport Eleftherios Venizelos, located about 20 km east of the city centre. It serves all flights to the Greek capital, with direct metro and bus links to downtown and the port of Piraeus." }, "q13": { "question": "How do I get to Liberty Intl Airport from the city center?", "answer": "From downtown Newark, NJ Transit trains and Amtrak are the fastest and most popular ways to reach Newark Liberty International Airport — board at Newark Penn Station and take the AirTrain from the airport's rail station directly to your terminal. Ride-share services like Uber and Lyft offer door-to-door convenience, while licensed taxis are available at fixed rates. Driving and parking is also an option, though the train is usually quicker and avoids traffic.", "toolsUsed": [], "references": [ { "url": "https://newarkairport.com/transportation", "title": "Transportation Options - EWR Newark Airport", "favicon": "https://newarkairport.com/images/shared/favicon/ewr_favicon.ico", "time_published": "2026-01-26T21:51:22Z" }, { "url": "https://newarkairport.com/flights/connections-guide/travel-between-airports", "title": "Transferring Between Airports Guide - EWR Newark Airport", "favicon": "https://newarkairport.com/images/shared/favicon/ewr_favicon.ico", "time_published": "2026-01-28T18:57:23Z" }, { "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Newark%20Liberty%20International%20Airport", "title": "Newark Liberty International Airport", "time_published": "2026-05-01T12:21:54Z" }, { "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?diff=prev&oldid=1337528333&title=Lehigh_Valley_International_Airport", "title": "Lehigh Valley International Airport: Difference between revisions", "time_published": "2026-02-10T00:46:59Z" }, { "url": "https://portfolio.panynj.gov/category/newark-liberty-international-airport/", "title": "Newark Liberty International Airport |", "time_published": "2020-09-16T00:00:00Z" } ] }, "q14": { "question": "Are there hotels or sleeping facilities at Athens airport?", "answer": "Athens Airport (ATH) does not have an on-site hotel or sleeping pods inside the terminal. The closest hotel is the Sofitel Athens Airport, located directly opposite the main terminal and connected by a covered walkway, so no shuttle is needed. For other nearby hotels, shuttles are typically required.", "toolsUsed": [], "references": [ { "url": "http://www.sleepinginairports.net/europe/athens.htm", "title": "Athens Airport Guide (ATH) - Sleeping in Airports", "time_published": "2026-02-03T21:28:32Z" }, { "url": "https://www.sleepinginairports.net/guides/athens-airport-guide.htm", "title": "Athens Airport Guide (ATH) - Sleeping in Airports", "favicon": "https://www.sleepinginairports.net/nitropack_static/oBWrHkPujHTPIaVWqdDSDhClXUyrYhhb/assets/images/optimized/rev-b853180/www.sleepinginairports.net/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/cropped-sia-logo-180x180.png", "time_published": "2018-08-23T17:18:28Z" }, { "url": "http://activities.marriott.com/europe/greece/athens/activities/athens_hotels_to_athens_international_airport_ath_departure_private_transfer-X7KYVA?property=ATHAM", "title": "Athens hotels to Athens International Airport (ATH) - Departure Private Transfer", "time_published": "2026-04-09T00:00:00Z" }, { "url": "http://activities.marriott.com/europe/greece/athens/activities/athens_airport_to_athens_city_private_arrival_transfer-XSMZ9T?property=ATHAM", "title": "Athens Airport to Athens City Private Arrival Transfer", "time_published": "2026-04-08T00:00:00Z" }, { "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Athens%20International%20Airport", "title": "Athens International Airport", "time_published": "2026-04-30T21:20:56Z" }, { "url": "http://activities.marriott.com/europe/greece/athens/activities/athens_airport_ath_to_vouliagmeni_private_transfer-XKXEO6?property=ATHAM", "title": "Athens Airport ATH to Vouliagmeni Private Transfer", "time_published": "2026-04-08T00:00:00Z" } ] }, "q15": { "question": "Are there currency exchange offices, prayer rooms and Wi‑Fi at Eleftherios Venizelos Intl Airport?", "answer": "Athens International Airport provides currency exchange services through banks and ATMs located in both the arrivals and departures areas. A prayer room is available on the departures level near the check-in area for passengers of all faiths. Free Wi‑Fi is offered throughout the terminal, with no time limit.", "toolsUsed": [], "references": [ { "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Athens%20International%20Airport", "title": "Athens International Airport", "time_published": "2026-04-30T21:20:56Z" }, { "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Athens_Airport_station", "title": "Athens Airport station", "time_published": "2026-05-23T02:23:19Z" }, { "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Athens%20Airport%20station", "title": "Athens Airport station", "time_published": "2025-12-30T10:04:42Z" }, { "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Athens_International_Airport_S.A.", "title": "Athens International Airport S.A.", "time_published": "2026-06-14T17:54:54Z" }, { "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Athens_International_Airport_Archaeological_Collection", "title": "Athens International Airport Archaeological Collection", "time_published": "2026-05-26T00:24:44Z" } ] }, "q17": { "question": "What aircraft are typically used on flights from Newark to Athens?", "answer": "Nonstop flights from Newark to Athens commonly use Boeing 777-200s (on American/Iberia codeshares) and Airbus A330-900 Neos (on Delta), while United operates Boeing 787-10s and Norse Atlantic uses Boeing 787s. The exact aircraft can vary by day and airline. Wi-Fi and seatback entertainment are widely available on these long-haul jets.", "methodology": "Aircraft types are taken from the equipment each operating carrier schedules on this route, drawn from published airline timetables and airline equipment schedules in our flight-schedule database. They describe typical scheduled aircraft and can vary with seasonal or day-of-week assignments and last-minute equipment swaps.", "toolsUsed": [ "route_aircraft" ] }, "q18": { "question": "Which airline alliances serve flights from Newark to Athens?", "answer": "United Airlines (Star Alliance) and Emirates fly nonstop from Newark to Athens. Emirates is not a member of any global airline alliance.", "methodology": "Airlines and weekly frequencies are compiled from our flight-schedule database, which combines published airline timetables, U.S. government schedule data from the Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS), and observed flight operations from the EUROCONTROL/OpenSky Open Performance Data Initiative (OPDI). We count each operating carrier's scheduled weekly departures and the days it flies; where there is no nonstop service, connecting carriers are identified by linking scheduled nonstop segments through common hub airports. Where a median fare is shown for a carrier, it reflects the real fares Priceline users found on this route in the last 72 hours.", "toolsUsed": [ "route_airlines" ] }, "q20": { "question": "What are the best airport lounge options when departing from Newark?", "answer": "Newark Liberty International Airport has several lounge options. Terminal A features a Delta Sky Club, accessible to Delta One, SkyTeam Elite Plus, or with a qualifying credit card. Terminal B has a Lufthansa Lounge near gate 60 in the B3 satellite, open to Lufthansa Group business class and Star Alliance Gold members, with premium food and a full bar. Terminal C offers Minute Suites, a pay-per-use sleep pod and spa concept available to all passengers.", "toolsUsed": [], "references": [ { "url": "https://www.newarkairport.com/", "title": "Newark Liberty International Airport - EWR Newark Airport", "favicon": "https://www.newarkairport.com/images/shared/favicon/ewr_favicon.ico", "time_published": "2026-02-04T20:34:00Z" }, { "url": "https://americanexpress.com/en-gb/travel/lounges/the-platinum-card/EWR", "title": "American Express Lounges at Newark Liberty International Airport | Amex GB", "time_published": "2026-05-01T00:00:00Z" }, { "url": "https://my.prioritypass.com/en-GB/lounges/united-states-of-america/newark-liberty-international", "title": "Newark Liberty International Airport EWR Lounges - EWR Airport Guide and lounges. | Priority Pass", "time_published": "2024-11-05T00:00:00Z" }, { "url": "https://www.delta.com/us/en/airports/united-states/new-york-city-sky-club-newark-airport-map", "title": "Newark Liberty (EWR) Airport Map & Lounges | Delta Air Lines", "time_published": "2023-01-01T00:00:00Z" }, { "url": "https://www.americanexpress.com/en-us/travel/lounges/the-centurion-card-idc-en/EWR/Lufthansa-Lounge-Terminal-B-B3-Satellite-0D1lyNseWB/", "title": "Lufthansa Lounge at Newark Liberty International Airport | Amex US", "time_published": "2026-01-01T00:00:00Z" } ] }, "q21": { "question": "What is the baggage allowance on this route from Newark to Athens?", "answer": "Baggage rules vary by airline and fare type on flights from Newark to Athens. Basic economy tickets often exclude a checked bag, while standard international economy usually includes one checked bag and a carry‑on. Premium cabins offer more generous allowances." }, "q22": { "question": "What cabin and seat options are typical from Newark to Athens?", "answer": "Nonstop flights from Newark to Athens typically offer Economy and flat‑bed Business class; Premium Economy is available on select airlines." }, "q23": { "question": "Are same‑day changes or standby possible on this route?", "answer": "Policies differ by airline and fare; flexible and premium tickets usually allow same‑day changes or standby, while Basic Economy generally does not." } } } }