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$236+ Cheap flights from California to Athens (ATH)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 11/13. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — ATH
Nov 13 — Nov 201
Thu 11/13
Thu 11/20
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from California to Athens
Explore the most affordable flight options available from California to Athens. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on October 14, 2025.

This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/12. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/269:59 amSAN - ATH
2 stops41h 21mScandinavian Airlines
Wed 12/37:30 pmATH - SAN
2 stops37h 24mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 10/12$479
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/21:01 pmLAS - ATH
2 stops17h 34mLufthansa
Sun 12/76:15 amATH - LAS
1 stop18h 25mLufthansa
Deal found 10/14$485
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/12. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/265:35 pmSAN - ATH
1 stop22h 05mLufthansa
Wed 12/312:50 pmATH - SAN
2 stops21h 25mLufthansa
Deal found 10/12$486
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/12. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/107:00 amSAN - ATH
2 stops20h 20mLufthansa
Sun 11/236:35 amATH - SAN
1 stop19h 10mLufthansa
Deal found 10/12$490
This SmartFares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/12. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure SmartFares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/99:10 amLAS - ATH
1 stop16h 25mMultiple Airlines
Sun 11/236:15 amATH - LAS
1 stop18h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/12$503
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/117:10 pmLAX - ATH
1 stop19h 25mMultiple Airlines
Tue 11/186:35 amATH - LAX
2 stops24h 33mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/14$510
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/286:30 amLAX - ATH
2 stops25h 35mMultiple Airlines
Sat 12/136:35 amATH - LAX
1 stop18h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/14$511
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/12. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/97:45 amLAX - ATH
2 stops17h 50mMultiple Airlines
Sun 11/166:35 amATH - LAX
1 stop18h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/12$512
This lastminute.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/12. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure lastminute.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/1010:10 pmSAN - ATH
1 stop26h 25mVirgin Atlantic
Sun 11/2312:50 pmATH - SAN
1 stop20h 57mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 10/12$514
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/13. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/177:45 amLAX - ATH
1 stop17h 25mMultiple Airlines
Wed 11/266:15 amATH - LAX
1 stop16h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/13$514
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/13. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/212:40 pmSAN - ATH
2 stops17h 55mAir Canada
Fri 12/126:35 amATH - SAN
2 stops39h 28mAir Canada
Deal found 10/13$515
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/13. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/148:05 amLAS - ATH
1 stop16h 00mUnited Airlines
Wed 11/1911:55 amATH - LAS
2 stops45h 57mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/13$515

Cheap flight deals from California to Athens

Keep the following information in mind while searching for California to Athens flight deals. Data was last updated October 14, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$470
(Ovago)

One-way from

$236
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$751

Good round-trip deal

$484 or less

Good one-way deal

$209 or less
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Customize your flight search to find flights from California to Athens that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated October 14, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from California to Athens that are best for you.

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Los AngelesAthens

LAX - ATH

LAXATH

Los Angeles

Sun 2/8

6:55 pm-6:40 pm

2 stops37h 45m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Wed 2/18

7:30 pm-5:00 pm

1 stop31h 30m

$510

Los AngelesAthens

LAX - ATH

LAXATH

Los Angeles

Sun 2/8

8:45 pm-6:40 pm

2 stops35h 55m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Tue 2/17

7:30 pm-5:00 pm

1 stop31h 30m

$510

Los AngelesAthens

LAX - ATH

LAXATH

Los Angeles

Sat 2/14

8:45 pm-6:40 pm

2 stops35h 55m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Wed 2/18

2:10 pm-5:00 pm

1 stop36h 50m

$510

San DiegoAthens

SAN - ATH

SANATH

San Diego

Mon 11/10

10:10 pm-10:35 am

1 stop26h 25m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Sun 11/23

12:50 pm-11:47 pm

1 stop20h 57m

$514

Las VegasAthens

LAS - ATH

LASATH

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Fri 11/14

7:23 am-11:35 am

2 stops18h 12m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Wed 11/19

11:55 am-11:52 pm

2 stops45h 57m

$515

Los AngelesAthens

LAX - ATH

LAXATH

Los Angeles

Sun 2/8

6:55 pm-6:40 pm

2 stops37h 45m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Thu 2/19

11:25 am-5:00 pm

2 stops39h 35m

$517

Los AngelesAthens

LAX - ATH

LAXATH

Los Angeles

Sat 2/14

8:45 pm-6:40 pm

2 stops35h 55m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Tue 2/17

9:10 pm-5:00 pm

2 stops29h 50m

$517

Las VegasAthens

LAS - ATH

LASATH

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Thu 11/27

12:10 pm-4:40 pm

2 stops18h 30m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Thu 12/4

6:25 am-8:49 pm

2 stops24h 24m

$519

Las VegasAthens

LAS - ATH

LASATH

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Wed 11/12

11:59 pm-10:05 am

2 stops24h 06m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Wed 11/19

11:55 am-11:52 pm

2 stops45h 57m

$520

San DiegoAthens

SAN - ATH

SANATH

San Diego

Tue 11/11

5:35 pm-1:40 am

1 stop22h 05m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Tue 11/18

1:10 pm-3:28 pm

3 stops36h 18m

$523

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Best time to book a flight from California to Athens

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Everything you need to know about your flight from California to Athens

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from California to Athens?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Athens (average of $433). Flying from California to Athens in July is currently the most expensive (average of $601). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from CA to ATH?

Find hourly flight availability from California to Athens. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated October 14, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from California to Athens in the afternoon. By choosing this option you can save up to 19% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the evening.

What is the cheapest day to fly from California to Athens?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from California to Athens. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their California to Athens flight should consider departing on Monday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from California to Athens. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Athens from California?

    Most people fly into Athens Eleftherios V. (ATH) if they book a flight to Athens from California. Eleftherios V. is conveniently located just 12.3 mi from Athens’s city center.

  • How popular is this California to Athens flight route?

    Flights from California to Athens Eleftherios V. have been viewed 10 times in the past calendar month.

  • How long is the flight from California to Athens?

    There are many flights that can get you from California to Athens in 18h 12m. Fly via Scandinavian Airlines, Virgin Atlantic, or United Airlines to get the fastest option. California and Athens are separated by a distance of 6688 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from California to Athens one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for Scandinavian Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $368. Users have also found prices from $419 and $426 on Air Canada and British Airways, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from California to Athens?

    The most popular route from California to Athens is Los Angeles - Athens Eleftherios V.. You may also consider San Francisco - Athens Eleftherios V. or Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty - Athens Eleftherios V..

  • What are the cheapest flights from California to Athens?

    The cheapest flight price from California to Athens is $174. On average you can expect to pay $479. The most popular route, (Los Angeles - Athens Eleftherios V.), can usually be booked for $460.

  • Can I find deals for flights from California to Athens that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on California to Athens flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from California to Athens?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from California to Athens.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from California to Athens?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from California to Athens by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from California to Athens?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Athens (average of $433). Flying from California to Athens in July is currently the most expensive (average of $601). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 10 airlines flying from California to Athens

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from California to Athens. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated October 14, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Norse Atlantic AirwaysCheapest$427Average$710FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Scandinavian AirlinesCheapest$479Average$816FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
SWISSCheapest$481Average$880FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
VuelingCheapest$488Average$1,037FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time88%
ITA AirwaysCheapest$511Average$1,005FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
DeltaCheapest$515Average$1,063FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Air CanadaCheapest$534Average$1,192FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
United AirlinesCheapest$547Average$1,112FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Air FranceCheapest$551Average$1,011FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Virgin AtlanticCheapest$552Average$971FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%

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