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British Airways
1 Oct, Thu
New Orleans – Athens
18h 45m
1 stop
MSY–ATH
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Quick Flight Summary from New Orleans to Athens
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- Direct flight duration 16 hour 17 min
- Arrival airports ATH
- Best days to book Thursday, Saturday
- Average over the last 30 days $ 663
Cheapest flights from New Orleans to Athens
Shortest Flight
British Airways
19 Sep, Sat
New Orleans – Athens
14h
1 stop
MSY–ATH
Last update: 24 August 2026 07:07
Estimated Prices for New Orleans to Athens Flights
Cheapest Day21 September Monday
Best Price
$ 421
Average Price
$ 421
$ 421
$ 421
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Transportation to Airport from New Orleans City Center
Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport
You can either use taxis, shuttle services, or public buses to reach Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport from the city centre. It is also possible to hire a car or limousine. In addition, some hotels in the city offer airport shuttle services to its guests.
Taxi
You can find a taxi to drive you to the airport 24 hours a day, which costs on average 30 to 40 dollars. You can pay both in cash and with a credit card.
Shuttle Service
Airport shuttle service companies pick up travellers from their hotels or designated places in the city centre. If you would like to use the shuttle service on your way back, you can buy a return ticket when you land at Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport.
A one-way ticket is sold for 24 dollars while a return ticket costs 44 dollars. Travellers are allowed to take up to 3 bags with them for free. If you have not made the adjustments beforehand, your hotel can provide you with the contact information, route, and the schedule.
Car Rental
You will see many car rental companies in New Orleans city centre. Your hotel can provide you with the contact details of car rental companies. If planning to reach the airport with your rented vehicle, you need to take the Interstate 10 W (I-10 W) highway. The journey from the city centre to the airport in normal traffic conditions take approximately 20 minutes.
Bus
If you prefer to use public transportation to get to the airport, you can take the bus route 202 from the city centre. It takes around 40 minutes, and a ticket costs 1.5 dollars.
Hotel Shuttle Service
Some hotels in New Orleans offers shuttle service to its guests. It is a very practical alternative for those who do not want to worry about how they are going to reach the airport. However, it is a little costlier when compared to a taxi. You should find out whether your hotel provides shuttle services, and make need to book a seat in advance.
Limousine
You can arrange an extremely luxurious and comfortable ride from your hotel to the airport with the A-Airport Limousine company located at the airport. The prices start from 58 dollars for 2 people and increase up to 118 dollars for 8 people.
Airport Information
New Orleans International Airport, which was named after the famous jazz musician Louis Armstrong, is located 11 miles west of the city centre. You can eat, drink, or shop at the airport. Apart from basic facilities like the post office, Bureau de Change (currency exchange) offices, a child care room, and ATMs, there are two lounges and duty free shops also available at the airport. Additionally, free Wi-Fi is available across the airport.
Transportation to Athens City Center from Airport
Athens Intl. Airport
The capital of Greece, Athens, is one of the cities that informs much of today with its history and culture, and for this reason attracts millions of tourists from all over the world. Over 15 million visitors pass through the only airport of Athens, Elefterios Venizelos International Airport. It’s possible to reach Athens centre, located 20 km away from the airport by metro, train, taxi, rental car, and bus.
Bus
Elefterios Venizelos International Airport is one of the airports with the most convenient methods of reaching the city centre. You can reach the central locations of Sintagma Square, Athena Academy, and Agios Fanourious by taking the X95 from the bus stops located in front of the airport administration building. The journey to the city centre should take around an hour. Once you are at the 16th stop, Evangelismos Hospital, you can take either walk, or take the 732 bus for three stops, to reach Sintagma Square.
You can also reach various areas in Athens from the airport by taking buses 54, 608, 622, 732, and 815.
Train – Metro
There’s been a recent switch in Athens from Greek to Latin alphabet for station names, however the Latin alphabet is not yet used everywhere. This is why it’s probably a good idea to keep an idea of how many stops you need to go when using public transport. You should pay attention to this detail is you take the train from Venizelos Airport to the centre.
The M3 line goes all the way to Sintagma from the airport. Sintagma is the 15th stop. Once you’ve reached Sintagma Square, the home of the Greek Parliament, then you can reach Omonia, another important centre, in just 3 stops by taking the metro. There is also a train line going directly to Port Pire from the airport.
Taxi
It’s possible to reach everywhere in the city by taking a taxi from the airport, however the fixed fare is only applied to Sintagma, Monastiraki, and Omonia. The good conversation of Athenian taxi drivers can be an additional bonus.
Car Rental
You can explore the various areas of Athens and Greece by renting a car at Venizelos Airport. The airport does offer its own car rental service alongside the many car rental agencies. Once you’ve rented your car you should travel 9km along the A64 and then join up with the Attiki highway. This will take you directly to centre of Athens.
Athens Weather
5-Day Forecast • Min / Max Temperature
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Tuesday
1 Sep
35°23°
Wednesday
2 Sep
36°25°
Thursday
3 Sep
35°25°
Friday
4 Sep
32°24°
Saturday
5 Sep
32°22°
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Which airports can I use for New Orleans-Athens flights?
Which airports can I use for New Orleans-Athens flights?
For New Orleans-Athens flights, you can use Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport as departure airport, and Athens Intl. Airport for arrival.
How many kilometers is the flight distance from New Orleans-Athens and how long does the flight take?
How many kilometers is the flight distance from New Orleans-Athens and how long does the flight take?
The flight distance between New Orleans-Athens is 9805 kilometers in total. The flight between the two cities takes 12 hour 10 minutes.
Which day is the most convenient for New Orleans-Athens flights?
Which day is the most convenient for New Orleans-Athens flights?
When the average prices are examined, the most suitable day for New Orleans-Athens flights is Monday.
New Orleans-Athens: which airline is better value on this route?
New Orleans-Athens: which airline is better value on this route?
On this route, low-cost airlines typically offer fares that include only cabin and hand baggage. Full-service airlines may include baggage and refreshment fees in the base price. The best option varies according to baggage needs. Based on current data, the lowest fare on this route with Delta Air Lines starts from approximately $ 421.
| Airline | Price | Standard inclusions |
|---|---|---|
 Delta Air Lines | $ 421 | 1 piece cabin baggage / Paid Change (up to 48 hours) / Full Refund (up to 48 hours) / Complimentary Refreshments / In-flight Entertainment |
Last update: 23.08.2026
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