“We are delighted to return to Athens in 2022 and resume nonstop services from Greece to the United States,” said Bob Schumacher, United Director Sales. “With the return of service to New York and next month to Washington D.C., our customers in Greece can take advantage of direct connections to the U.S., as well as an unrivalled route network from United’s hubs at New York/Newark and Washington Dulles, which offer convenient nonstop connections to over 95 destinations across the Americas. Starting in May, both flights will be operated with Boeing 787 Dreamliners, offering customers the latest in comfort and service, featuring the all-aisle access United Polaris suite and the United Premium Plus cabin.”
“We are truly excited to be…Re-UNITED again, welcoming United Airlines back to Athens, with daily nonstop seasonal services to metropolitan New York as of today, and the nation’s Capital Washington, as of next month,” said Ioanna Papadopoulou, Director, Communications & Marketing of Athens International Airport. “Even during the highly adverse two-year period of the pandemic, the U.S. market demonstrated great resilience and always ranks among our most important and popular markets, with a large Greek-American community playing a key role in this. We wish United a very successful season and we remain totally committed to support our airline partner with its developmental plans out of Athens!”
Athens International Airport (ATH) – New York/Newark (EWR)
Flight | From | To | Depart | Arrive | Frequency | Aircraft | Dates of Operation |
UA125 | ATH | EWR | 12:15 | 16:15 | Daily | Boeing 767-400 Boeing 787-10 (from 7 May) | 3 April - 28 October 2022 |
UA124 | EWR | ATH | 17:15 | 10:10 +1 | Daily | Boeing 767-400 Boeing 787-10 (from 6 May) | 1 April - 29 October 2022 |
All times are local and subject to change.
United’s service from Athens to New York/Newark is currently operated with Boeing 767-400 aircraft, featuring 39 United PolarisSM business, 70 Economy PlusSM, and 131 economy seats. Effective 7 May 2022, the route will be operated with Boeing 787-10 Dreamliner aircraft, featuring 44 all-aisle-access United Polaris business, 21 United Premium Plus, 54 Economy PlusSM and 199 economy seats.
Athens International Airport (ATH) – Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
Flight | From | To | Depart | Arrive | Frequency | Aircraft | Dates of Operation |
UA983 | ATH | IAD | 11:50 | 15:45 | Daily | Boeing 787-8 | 7 May - 30 September 2022 |
UA982 | IAD | ATH | 17:10 | 09:55 +1 | Daily | Boeing 787-8 | 6 May – 29 September 2022 |
All times are local and subject to change.
United’s service from Athens to Washington Dulles will be operated with Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner aircraft, featuring 28 all-aisle-access United Polaris business, 21 United Premium Plus, 36 Economy Plus and 158 economy seats.
The revolutionary design of the Dreamliner offers customers many features for increased comfort, such as large windows, spacious overhead storage and modern LED lighting to simulate a full day, helping passengers adjust their internal clock on the transatlantic flight. In addition, a lower cabin altitude, cleaner air and smoother ride help customers feel rested on arrival.
United Polaris business class is a premium travel experience that prioritises relaxation and comfort, featuring quality inflight dining, premium amenity kits and full flat-bed seats.
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