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$335+ Cheap flights from Sacramento (SMF) 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 8/25. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SMF — ATH
Aug 29 — Sep 51
Sat 8/29
Sat 9/5
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Sacramento to Athens

Cheapest flights from Sacramento to Athens
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Sacramento to Athens. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 30, 2026.

This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/19:55 am
SMF
-
ATH
2 stops28h 45m
SWISS
Wed 12/97:05 am
ATH
-
SMF
2 stops24h 37m
SWISS
Deal found 7/25$809
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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.
Sun 11/1511:00 pm
SMF
-
ATH
1 stop25h 05m
United Airlines
Thu 11/191:00 pm
ATH
-
SMF
2 stops43h 40m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/29$820
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/269:20 am
SMF
-
ATH
2 stops20h 25m
SWISS
Wed 9/26:55 am
ATH
-
SMF
2 stops21h 23m
SWISS
Deal found 7/29$830
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/26. 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.
Mon 11/24:08 pm
SMF
-
ATH
2 stops23h 17m
United Airlines
Tue 11/101:00 pm
ATH
-
SMF
2 stops39h 35m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/26$832
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/257:00 am
SMF
-
ATH
2 stops20h 10m
SWISS
Tue 9/296:55 am
ATH
-
SMF
2 stops25h 51m
SWISS
Deal found 7/27$834
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/24:05 pm
SMF
-
ATH
2 stops56h 55m
Air Canada
Tue 11/101:00 pm
ATH
-
SMF
2 stops36h 21m
Air Canada
Deal found 7/28$837
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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.
Wed 8/269:20 am
SMF
-
ATH
1 stop15h 15m
United Airlines
Wed 9/23:25 pm
ATH
-
SMF
2 stops36h 31m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/29$843
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 8/267:00 am
SMF
-
ATH
2 stops20h 25m
Air Canada
Wed 9/23:25 pm
ATH
-
SMF
2 stops36h 53m
Air Canada
Deal found 7/29$846
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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.
Mon 8/245:00 am
SMF
-
ATH
2 stops19h 10m
United Airlines
Tue 9/112:10 pm
ATH
-
SMF
2 stops44h 29m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/25$851
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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.
Sat 8/296:05 pm
SMF
-
ATH
2 stops33h 20m
Air Canada
Wed 9/912:10 pm
ATH
-
SMF
2 stops39h 11m
Air Canada
Deal found 7/29$855

Find flight deals from Sacramento to Athens

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Sacramento (SMF) to Athens (ATH). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated July 30, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$820
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$335
(oojo)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$1,166
Provider with most accurate pricing for Sacramento Intl-Athens Eleftherios V. flight deals.
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From Sacramento Intl to Athens Eleftherios V.
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One-way flight from Sacramento Intl to Athens Eleftherios V.
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 29% potential increase in price ($418 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 6% potential price decrease ($65 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Average for round-trip flights in July 2026
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Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from Sacramento 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 July 30, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Sacramento to Athens that are best for you.

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

SacramentoAthens

SMF - ATH

SMFATH

Sacramento Intl

Sun 11/15

11:00 pm-10:05 am

1 stop25h 05m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Thu 11/19

1:00 pm-10:40 pm

2 stops43h 40m

$820

SacramentoAthens

SMF - ATH

SMFATH

Sacramento Intl

Tue 8/25

7:00 am-10:35 am

1 stop17h 35m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Tue 9/29

6:45 am-7:39 pm

2 stops22h 54m

$872

SacramentoAthens

SMF - ATH

SMFATH

Sacramento Intl

Tue 8/18

11:53 am-10:10 am

2 stops36h 17m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Thu 9/24

6:35 am-9:00 pm

2 stops24h 25m

$963

SacramentoAthens

SMF - ATH

SMFATH

Sacramento Intl

Mon 8/17

9:20 am-10:35 am

1 stop15h 15m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Mon 8/31

12:45 pm-5:34 pm

2 stops38h 49m

$971

SacramentoAthens

SMF - ATH

SMFATH

Sacramento Intl

Tue 9/8

11:41 am-11:05 pm

2 stops25h 24m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Tue 9/15

6:00 am-7:47 pm

2 stops23h 47m

$1,002

SacramentoAthens

SMF - ATH

SMFATH

Sacramento Intl

Thu 10/8

10:55 pm-8:10 am

1 stop23h 15m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Fri 10/23

6:45 am-10:31 pm

2 stops25h 46m

$1,054

SacramentoAthens

SMF - ATH

SMFATH

Sacramento Intl

Fri 10/9

11:42 am-6:45 pm

2 stops21h 03m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Fri 10/16

12:35 pm-10:46 pm

1 stop20h 11m

$1,057

SacramentoAthens

SMF - ATH

SMFATH

Sacramento Intl

Wed 8/19

7:00 am-10:35 am

1 stop17h 35m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Tue 9/22

10:25 am-10:30 pm

1 stop22h 05m

$1,095
Quickest round-trip

SacramentoAthens

SMF - ATH

SMFATH

Sacramento Intl

Mon 8/17

6:44 am-11:45 am

1 stop19h 01m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Mon 8/31

2:00 pm-11:10 pm

1 stop19h 10m

$1,143
Cheapest one-way

SacramentoAthens

SMF - ATH

SMFATH

Sacramento Intl

Fri 8/7

7:03 pm-10:10 am

2 stops53h 07m

$356

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Deals found on 7/27

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Compare providers for flights from Sacramento to Athens

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Sacramento to Athens in July.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
OvagoPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Sacramento-Athens flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Sacramento-Athens flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Sacramento-Athens flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Sacramento-Athens flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Sacramento-Athens flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Sacramento to Athens

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Athens from Sacramento with our price prediction graph.
Estimated round-trip price
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Cheapflights Insights

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from Sacramento to Athens?

The price you pay for your flight from Sacramento to Athens may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 32 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sacramento to Athens (average of $504). Flying from Sacramento to Athens in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,704). 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.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Sacramento to Athens?

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.

Sacramento to Athens flights typically cost between $863 and $1,005 in November.
The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was $820 on United Airlines (Nov 15-Nov 19).

Reviews of airlines servicing Athens

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Athens. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Athens. Reviews last updated July 30, 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Sacramento to Athens, such as Delta,Virgin Atlantic, andUnited Airlines. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.8
Good
8,487 reviews

Overall

7.8

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
Delta
7.8
Good
8,487 reviews
Delta
7.8
Good
8,487 reviews

Overall

7.8

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
Virgin Atlantic
7.5
Good
694 reviews
Delta
7.8
Good
8,487 reviews

Overall

7.8

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
10,046 reviews
Delta
7.8
Good
8,487 reviews

Overall

7.8

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
Lufthansa
6.8
Okay
8,163 reviews
Delta
7.8
Good
8,487 reviews

Overall

7.8

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
British Airways
6.7
Okay
8,127 reviews
Delta
7.8
Good
8,487 reviews

Overall

7.8

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

Related info for your journey

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

  • How long is the flight from Sacramento to Athens?

    Departing from Sacramento to Athens will take you 25h 05m. The distance from Sacramento to Athens is about 6703 mi.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Sacramento to Athens round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Sacramento to Athens round-trip from $440. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Lufthansa, from $492, and United Airlines, from $601. British Airways is 55% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Sacramento 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 Sacramento to Athens?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sacramento to Athens (average of $504). Flying from Sacramento to Athens in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,704). 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 5 airlines flying from Sacramento to Athens

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Sacramento 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 July 30, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
British AirwaysCheapest$440Average$725FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
LufthansaCheapest$492Average$1,192FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
United AirlinesCheapest$601Average$1,140FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Virgin AtlanticCheapest$641Average$1,210FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
DeltaCheapest$649Average$1,102FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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