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$189+ 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 9/23. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — ATH
Sep 2 — Sep 91
Tue 9/2
Tue 9/9
1 adult, Economy
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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 August 28, 2025.

Round-trip from

$481
(oojo)

One-way from

$189
(FlightHub)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$674

Good round-trip deal

$452 or less

Good one-way deal

$189 or less
From California to Athens Eleftherios V.
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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 August 28, 2025.

This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/27. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/107:30 pmLAX - ATH
1 stop31h 50mScandinavian Airlines
Wed 11/192:10 pmATH - LAX
1 stop36h 50mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 8/27$481
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/28. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/610:20 pmLAX - ATH
Nonstop12h 40mNorse Atlantic Airways
Wed 9/244:00 pmATH - LAX
Nonstop13h 30mNorse Atlantic Airways
Deal found 8/28$483
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/28. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/1710:20 pmLAX - ATH
Nonstop12h 40mNorse Atlantic Airways
Wed 9/244:00 pmATH - LAX
Nonstop13h 30mNorse Atlantic Airways
Deal found 8/28$484
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/27. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/1310:20 pmLAX - ATH
Nonstop12h 40mNorse Atlantic Airways
Wed 9/244:00 pmATH - LAX
Nonstop13h 30mNorse Atlantic Airways
Deal found 8/27$486
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/28. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/2410:20 pmLAX - ATH
Nonstop12h 40mMultiple Airlines
Mon 10/2011:40 amATH - LAX
2 stops37h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/28$492
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/28. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/233:20 pmLAX - ATH
Nonstop12h 40mMultiple Airlines
Tue 10/2110:25 pmATH - LAX
2 stops27h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/28$493
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/27. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/87:30 pmLAX - ATH
1 stop37h 10mScandinavian Airlines
Sat 11/227:30 pmATH - LAX
1 stop31h 30mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 8/27$495
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/27. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/310:20 pmLAX - ATH
Nonstop12h 40mNorse Atlantic Airways
Fri 9/129:45 amATH - LAX
Nonstop13h 30mNorse Atlantic Airways
Deal found 8/27$499
This Norse Atlantic Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/27. 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 Norse Atlantic Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/310:20 pmLAX - ATH
Nonstop12h 40mNorse Atlantic Airways
Wed 9/174:00 pmATH - LAX
Nonstop13h 30mNorse Atlantic Airways
Deal found 8/27$504
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/28. 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 9/23:20 pmLAX - ATH
Nonstop12h 40mNorse Atlantic Airways
Wed 9/34:00 pmATH - LAX
Nonstop13h 30mNorse Atlantic Airways
Deal found 8/28$508
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/28. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/2110:30 pmSJC - ATH
1 stop25h 30mDelta
Mon 10/63:25 amATH - SJC
2 stops28h 43mDelta
Deal found 8/28$546
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/28. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/2310:30 pmSJC - ATH
1 stop26h 25mDelta
Tue 10/76:30 amATH - SJC
2 stops21h 49mDelta
Deal found 8/28$547

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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 August 28, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from California to Athens that are best for you.

Fly from

California

Fly to

Athens

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Los AngelesAthens

LAX - ATH

LAXATH

Los Angeles

Tue 9/16

3:20 pm-2:00 pm

Nonstop12h 40m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Wed 9/24

4:00 pm-7:30 pm

Nonstop13h 30m

$504

Los AngelesAthens

LAX - ATH

LAXATH

Los Angeles

Wed 9/10

10:20 pm-9:00 pm

Nonstop12h 40m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Tue 9/16

9:50 am-1:20 pm

Nonstop13h 30m

$520

Los AngelesAthens

LAX - ATH

LAXATH

Los Angeles

Tue 9/9

3:20 pm-2:00 pm

Nonstop12h 40m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Wed 9/17

4:00 pm-7:30 pm

Nonstop13h 30m

$528

Los AngelesAthens

LAX - ATH

LAXATH

Los Angeles

Tue 12/30

7:30 pm-1:20 pm

1 stop31h 50m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Mon 2/23

7:30 pm-5:00 pm

1 stop31h 30m

$539

Los AngelesAthens

LAX - ATH

LAXATH

Los Angeles

Tue 12/30

7:30 pm-1:20 pm

1 stop31h 50m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Wed 2/25

7:30 pm-5:00 pm

1 stop31h 30m

$539

San JoseAthens

SJC - ATH

SJCATH

San Jose

Wed 9/24

6:35 am-10:55 am

1 stop18h 20m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Thu 10/9

6:30 am-4:04 pm

2 stops19h 34m

$546

San JoseAthens

SJC - ATH

SJCATH

San Jose

Tue 9/23

10:30 pm-10:55 am

1 stop26h 25m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Thu 10/9

6:30 am-4:04 pm

2 stops19h 34m

$546

San JoseAthens

SJC - ATH

SJCATH

San Jose

Wed 9/24

6:35 am-10:55 am

1 stop18h 20m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Mon 10/6

3:25 am-10:08 pm

2 stops28h 43m

$546

San JoseAthens

SJC - ATH

SJCATH

San Jose

Mon 9/22

6:35 am-10:55 am

1 stop18h 20m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Mon 10/6

3:25 am-10:08 pm

2 stops28h 43m

$546

Los AngelesAthens

LAX - ATH

LAXATH

Los Angeles

Tue 12/30

7:30 pm-1:20 pm

1 stop31h 50m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Thu 2/26

7:30 pm-5:00 pm

1 stop31h 30m

$549

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

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Athens (average of $679). Flying from California to Athens in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,285). 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 August 28, 2025.

When flying from California to Athens, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

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  • 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 6 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 12h 40m. Fly via Norse Atlantic Airways, Delta, or Scandinavian Airlines to get the fastest option. California and Athens are separated by a distance of 6909 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    The most popular route from California to Athens is San Francisco - Athens Eleftherios V.. You may also consider Los Angeles - Athens Eleftherios V. or Ontario - Athens Eleftherios V..

  • What are the cheapest flights from California to Athens?

    The cheapest flight price from California to Athens is $158. On average you can expect to pay $887. The most popular route, (San Francisco - Athens Eleftherios V.), can usually be booked for $433.

  • 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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Athens (average of $679). Flying from California to Athens in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,285). 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 August 28, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Norse Atlantic AirwaysCheapest$429Average$714FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SWISSCheapest$481Average$869FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
Scandinavian AirlinesCheapest$482Average$827FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
ITA AirwaysCheapest$501Average$1,008FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
DeltaCheapest$516Average$1,015FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Air CanadaCheapest$531Average$1,195FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
United AirlinesCheapest$544Average$1,132FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
British AirwaysCheapest$549Average$923FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
Virgin AtlanticCheapest$552Average$969FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
KLMCheapest$557Average$986FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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