How long is the LH8840 flight?

The timetable allows 9 h 45 min. New York to Athens is 7,956 km (4,944 mi).

Which terminal does LH8840 use?

It usually leaves from Terminal C at New York Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR). Check the flight card above for today's terminal and gate.

What other flight numbers does LH8840 have?

Also listed as DLH8840 (Lufthansa's ICAO code) and LH 8840.

Can I get compensation if LH8840 is delayed or cancelled?

Up to €600 per passenger may be due under EU261 when it arrives 3 or more hours late or is cancelled, unless the cause was outside the airline's control. Arriving in the EU on an EU carrier, this flight is covered by EU261.

LH8840 Flight Status Lufthansa: New York to Athens (DLH8840)

Lufthansa LH 8840

En-Route, Arriving in 4h33'

EWR New York

Scheduled: 17:20
Actual: 18:12

Terminal: C | Gate: C136

Departure: Fri, Nov 6, 2026 · local time EST

New York Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)

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ATH Athens

Scheduled: 10:05
Estimated: 10:05
Delay

Terminal and baggage belt not announced yet

Arrival: Sat, Nov 7, 2026 · local time EET

Athens Eleftherios Venizelos (ATH)

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Departed 4h 19m ago · lands in 4h 33m 49%

EWR 18:12 ATH 10:05 ⁺¹

3,878 km (2,410 mi) flown · 4,078 km (2,534 mi) to go

Estimated position based on departure and arrival times, not live tracking. Times are local at each airport.

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Distance: 7956 km / 4944 miles · Scheduled Duration: 09:45 · Typical Duration: 09:10

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LH 8840 Flight Status & Schedule Lufthansa New York to Athens

Date	From	To	Departure	Arrival	Status	Details
Nov 06	EWR	ATH	18:12	10:05	En-Route	Track >
Nov 05	EWR	ATH	17:52	10:07	Landed	Track >
Nov 04	EWR	ATH	17:31	09:43	Landed	Track >
Nov 03	EWR	ATH	17:33	09:39	Landed	Track >
Nov 02	EWR	ATH	17:30	09:38	Landed	Track >
Nov 01	EWR	ATH	18:01	09:49	Landed	Track >
Oct 31	EWR	ATH	17:51	08:49	Landed	Track >
Oct 30	EWR	ATH	17:47	09:01	Landed	Track >
Oct 29	EWR	ATH	18:32	09:48	Landed Late	Track >

Lufthansa's New York–Athens flight covers 7,956 km (4,944 mi) and runs daily. The timetable allows 9 h 45 min, but the flight usually takes about 9 h 10 min, so it often makes up time. Today it left at 18:12, 52 minutes late, and is due in Athens at 10:05 the next morning, on schedule.

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About LH 8840

Route: New York Newark Liberty International Airport EWR to Athens Eleftherios Venizelos ATH
Distance: 7,956 km (4,944 mi)
Typical flight time: 9 h 10 min
Flies: Daily
On time: 7 of the last 8
Average delay when late: 43 min
Usually departs from: Terminal C

Arriving in the EU on an EU carrier, this flight is covered by EU261. Compensation of up to €600 per passenger can apply when it arrives 3 or more hours late or is cancelled.

LH 8840 FAQ

How long is the LH8840 flight?: The timetable allows 9 h 45 min. New York to Athens is 7,956 km (4,944 mi).
How often is LH8840 late?: 1 of the last 8 flights arrived 15 or more minutes late; when late, by 43 minutes on average.
Which days does LH8840 fly?: Daily: it was scheduled on each of the last 7 days.
Which terminal does LH8840 use?: It usually leaves from Terminal C at New York Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR). Check the flight card above for today's terminal and gate.
What other flight numbers does LH8840 have?: Also listed as DLH8840 (Lufthansa's ICAO code) and LH 8840.
Can I get compensation if LH8840 is delayed or cancelled?: Up to €600 per passenger may be due under EU261 when it arrives 3 or more hours late or is cancelled, unless the cause was outside the airline's control. Arriving in the EU on an EU carrier, this flight is covered by EU261.

LH8840 and New York EWR to Athens ATH Flights

Flight LH8840 is a code-share Lufthansa flight of the United Airlines operated UA124.

Other flights departing from New York EWR: UA124, AA779

Other flights arriving at Athens ATH: UA124, GQ281, ME251

All flights connecting New York EWR to Athens ATH.