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$333+ 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 8/16. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — ATH
Apr 23 — Apr 301
Thu 4/23
Thu 4/30
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from California to Athens

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 March 24, 2026.

This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/20. 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 5/48:10 pm
LAX
-
ATH
1 stop20h 55m
Turkish Airlines
Wed 5/1310:00 pm
ATH
-
LAX
1 stop23h 40m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 3/20$605
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/18. 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.
Wed 11/47:30 pm
LAX
-
ATH
1 stop31h 50m
Scandinavian Airlines
Wed 11/112:10 pm
ATH
-
LAX
1 stop36h 50m
Scandinavian Airlines
Deal found 3/18$618
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/20. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/47:30 pm
LAX
-
ATH
1 stop31h 50m
Scandinavian Airlines
Thu 11/122:10 pm
ATH
-
LAX
1 stop36h 50m
Scandinavian Airlines
Deal found 3/20$623
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/19. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/257:30 pm
LAX
-
ATH
1 stop31h 50m
Scandinavian Airlines
Tue 12/19:10 pm
ATH
-
LAX
2 stops29h 50m
Scandinavian Airlines
Deal found 3/19$625
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/23. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/88:10 pm
LAX
-
ATH
1 stop38h 20m
Turkish Airlines
Tue 9/2210:00 pm
ATH
-
LAX
1 stop30h 15m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 3/23$628
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/20. 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 9/14:45 pm
SFO
-
ATH
1 stop15h 55m
Scandinavian Airlines
Tue 9/157:30 pm
ATH
-
SFO
1 stop29h 10m
Scandinavian Airlines
Deal found 3/20$628
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/23. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/18:10 pm
LAX
-
ATH
1 stop32h 40m
Turkish Airlines
Mon 9/143:55 am
ATH
-
LAX
1 stop17h 45m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 3/23$629
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/20. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/36:45 pm
SFO
-
ATH
1 stop28h 10m
Turkish Airlines
Wed 9/1610:00 pm
ATH
-
SFO
1 stop28h 40m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 3/20$629
This Scandinavian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/22. 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 Scandinavian Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/87:30 pm
LAX
-
ATH
1 stop31h 50m
Scandinavian Airlines
Wed 11/112:10 pm
ATH
-
LAX
1 stop36h 50m
Scandinavian Airlines
Deal found 3/22$630
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/20. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/208:10 pm
LAX
-
ATH
1 stop20h 55m
Turkish Airlines
Fri 10/303:45 pm
ATH
-
LAX
1 stop35h 05m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 3/20$631
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/20. 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 Justfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/186:45 pm
SFO
-
ATH
1 stop28h 10m
Turkish Airlines
Mon 9/73:55 am
ATH
-
SFO
1 stop16h 55m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 3/20$631
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/20. 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 8/184:45 pm
SFO
-
ATH
1 stop15h 55m
Scandinavian Airlines
Tue 9/11:50 pm
ATH
-
SFO
2 stops34h 50m
Scandinavian Airlines
Deal found 3/20$632

Find flight deals from California to Athens

Keep the following information in mind while searching for California to Athens flight deals. Data was last updated March 24, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$605
(oojo)

One-way from

$333
(SmartFares)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$709

Good round-trip deal

$531 or less

Good one-way deal

$674 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 March 24, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from California to Athens that are best for you.

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Cheapest round-trip

Los AngelesAthens

LAX - ATH

LAXATH

Los Angeles

Mon 5/4

7:10 pm-10:45 am

2 stops29h 35m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Wed 5/13

11:35 am-4:50 pm

2 stops39h 15m

$718

San FranciscoAthens

SFO - ATH

SFOATH

San Francisco

Mon 8/31

4:45 pm-10:45 am

2 stops32h 00m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Tue 9/8

11:35 am-2:40 pm

2 stops37h 05m

$746

San FranciscoAthens

SFO - ATH

SFOATH

San Francisco

Wed 9/16

4:45 pm-6:40 pm

1 stop15h 55m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Thu 9/24

11:35 am-2:40 pm

2 stops37h 05m

$789

San FranciscoAthens

SFO - ATH

SFOATH

San Francisco

Tue 8/25

4:45 pm-10:45 am

2 stops32h 00m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Mon 8/31

11:35 am-2:40 pm

2 stops37h 05m

$796

OntarioAthens

ONT - ATH

ONTATH

Ontario

Tue 5/5

10:15 pm-7:50 am

2 stops23h 35m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Thu 5/14

9:45 am-11:34 pm

2 stops23h 49m

$798

Los AngelesAthens

LAX - ATH

LAXATH

Los Angeles

Sun 4/26

7:24 pm-7:35 am

2 stops26h 11m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Tue 5/5

1:10 pm-11:47 pm

2 stops20h 37m

$798

OntarioAthens

ONT - ATH

ONTATH

Ontario

Tue 5/5

11:53 am-11:00 pm

2 stops25h 07m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Tue 5/12

6:00 am-11:34 pm

2 stops27h 34m

$802

OntarioAthens

ONT - ATH

ONTATH

Ontario

Mon 4/20

5:10 am-11:05 pm

2 stops31h 55m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Sun 5/3

12:10 pm-5:52 pm

2 stops39h 42m

$841

Santa AnaAthens

SNA - ATH

SNAATH

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Mon 5/4

9:20 pm-7:50 am

2 stops24h 30m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Mon 5/11

9:45 am-10:29 pm

1 stop22h 44m

$858

Santa AnaAthens

SNA - ATH

SNAATH

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Thu 5/7

2:00 pm-11:00 pm

2 stops23h 00m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Thu 5/14

6:00 am-9:17 pm

2 stops25h 17m

$862

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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 $419). Flying from California to Athens in June is currently the most expensive (average of $646). 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.

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 5 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 15h 55m. Fly via Scandinavian Airlines, Delta, or Virgin Atlantic to get the fastest option. California and Athens are separated by a distance of 6788 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 ITA Airways. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $148. Users have also found prices from $168 and $259 on Norse Atlantic Airways and American Airlines, respectively.

  • 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 $190. On average you can expect to pay $605. The most popular route, (San Francisco - Athens Eleftherios V.), can usually be booked for $595.

  • 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 $419). Flying from California to Athens in June is currently the most expensive (average of $646). 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 March 24, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
A.P.G.Cheapest$355Average$865FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Norse Atlantic AirwaysCheapest$402Average$688FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SWISSCheapest$424Average$755FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
Scandinavian AirlinesCheapest$467Average$616FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
ITA AirwaysCheapest$475Average$901FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
British AirwaysCheapest$484Average$889FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
LufthansaCheapest$492Average$997FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
KLMCheapest$494Average$823FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Air FranceCheapest$497Average$1,037FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
DeltaCheapest$498Average$1,028FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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