Norse Atlantic Airways opens ticket sales for new route between Athens and New York JFK

03.01.2024 - 09:32 / traveldailynews.com / Vicky Karantzavelou / Norse Atlantic

Flights will operate up to five times a week throughout the busy summer season from 30th May 2024 until 26th October.

Norse Atlantic Airways, the pioneering affordable long haul airline, announce the commencement of ticket sales for its newest route connecting Athens, Greece, to New York JFK. This
new service is poised to meet the surging demand among American travellers seeking to explore the enchanting landscapes and cultural treasures of Greece.

With an increasing number of Americans expressing a keen interest in discovering the beauty of Greece, Norse Atlantic Airways recognises the need for a seamless, direct and affordable convenient travel solution. The Athens to New York JFK route promises to fulfill this demand, providing a gateway for travellers to experience the rich history, picturesque islands, and warm hospitality that Greece is renowned for.

Athens International Airport offers unparalleled connectivity and world-class facilities, the airport ensures a smooth and enjoyable journey for passengers transiting between the United States and across the Greek islands. This connection not only opens doors for tourism but also enhances cultural and economic ties between the two nations.

“We are thrilled to announce the commencement of ticket sales for our Athens to New York JFK route. This launch underscores our commitment to meeting the evolving travel needs of our passengers. We believe this route will not only cater to the demand for travel to Greece but will also create opportunities for cultural exchange and business collaborations between these two vibrant destinations,” said Bjorn Tore Larsen, CEO and Founder of Norse Atlantic Airways.

On behalf of Athens International Airport, Ioanna Papadopoulou, Director, Communications & Marketing said: “We are very excited with Norse Atlantic Airways’ announcement for the launch of their Summer 2024 direct operations on the Athens – New York / JFK route! This is a truly spectacular development for our airport, our city and our country, enhancing connectivity and offering a wide range of traveling options to the wider public! US has traditionally been the most dynamically developing market for Athens and especially in 2023, passenger numbers between ATH and all US destinations have been soaring, demonstrating double digit increases vs the pre-pandemic era, with New York topping the list. We are absolutely certain that the route will be a tremendous success, as passengers will enjoy the excellent product offered by Norse Atlantic Airways. We wish to our new airline – partner safe and full flights and we are committed to working closely together in order to substantially contribute to and enhance the successful performance of the route.”

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