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$503+ Cheap flights from Sacramento (SMF) to Athens (ATH)

This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 11/18. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SMF — ATH
Nov 22 — Nov 291
Sat 11/22
Sat 11/29
1 adult, Economy
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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 October 23, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/23. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/1811:06 pmSMF - ATH
2 stops26h 29mUnited Airlines
Tue 11/256:35 amATH - SMF
2 stops25h 06mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/23$503
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/23. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/76:15 amSMF - ATH
2 stops17h 40mDelta
Sun 12/1412:50 pmATH - SMF
2 stops31h 43mDelta
Deal found 10/23$523
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/23. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/3011:11 amSMF - ATH
2 stops22h 39mAmerican Airlines
Thu 11/612:50 pmATH - SMF
2 stops21h 44mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/23$549
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/22. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/138:33 pmSMF - ATH
2 stops29h 02mUnited Airlines
Tue 11/256:35 amATH - SMF
2 stops25h 06mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/22$553
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/23. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/302:26 pmSMF - ATH
2 stops26h 14mUnited Airlines
Thu 11/612:25 pmATH - SMF
1 stop19h 39mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/23$554
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/22. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/61:06 pmSMF - ATH
2 stops41h 29mUnited Airlines
Sat 12/1312:50 pmATH - SMF
2 stops55h 14mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/22$563
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/20. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/82:26 pmSMF - ATH
2 stops25h 14mUnited Airlines
Sat 11/1512:25 pmATH - SMF
1 stop19h 39mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/20$604
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/22. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/176:38 pmSMF - ATH
2 stops29h 27mUnited Airlines
Thu 1/82:10 pmATH - SMF
2 stops38h 31mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/22$610

Cheap 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 October 23, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$503
(United Airlines)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$932
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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 October 23, 2025.
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SacramentoAthens

SMF - ATH

SMFATH

Sacramento Intl

Tue 11/18

11:06 pm-11:35 am

2 stops26h 29m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Tue 11/25

6:35 am-9:41 pm

2 stops25h 06m

$503

SacramentoAthens

SMF - ATH

SMFATH

Sacramento Intl

Sun 12/7

6:15 am-9:55 am

2 stops17h 40m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Sun 12/14

12:50 pm-10:33 am

2 stops31h 43m

$523

SacramentoAthens

SMF - ATH

SMFATH

Sacramento Intl

Sun 3/1

4:05 pm-4:35 pm

2 stops38h 30m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Tue 3/17

1:10 pm-9:00 pm

2 stops40h 50m

$542

SacramentoAthens

SMF - ATH

SMFATH

Sacramento Intl

Tue 3/3

6:30 am-1:35 pm

2 stops21h 05m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Fri 3/13

12:20 pm-11:06 pm

1 stop19h 46m

$547

SacramentoAthens

SMF - ATH

SMFATH

Sacramento Intl

Mon 3/2

11:10 am-1:35 pm

2 stops40h 25m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Fri 3/13

12:20 pm-11:06 pm

1 stop19h 46m

$549

SacramentoAthens

SMF - ATH

SMFATH

Sacramento Intl

Thu 2/12

4:41 pm-1:40 am

2 stops22h 59m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Sun 2/22

6:35 am-9:05 pm

2 stops24h 30m

$550

SacramentoAthens

SMF - ATH

SMFATH

Sacramento Intl

Tue 3/3

6:30 am-1:35 pm

2 stops21h 05m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Wed 3/18

11:50 am-8:33 am

2 stops29h 43m

$552

SacramentoAthens

SMF - ATH

SMFATH

Sacramento Intl

Tue 3/3

6:30 am-1:35 pm

2 stops21h 05m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Thu 3/19

11:50 am-12:12 pm

2 stops33h 22m

$552

SacramentoAthens

SMF - ATH

SMFATH

Sacramento Intl

Mon 3/2

11:10 am-1:35 pm

2 stops40h 25m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Tue 3/17

11:50 am-10:31 am

2 stops31h 41m

$553

SacramentoAthens

SMF - ATH

SMFATH

Sacramento Intl

Wed 3/4

6:00 am-1:35 pm

2 stops45h 35m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Tue 3/17

11:50 am-12:12 pm

2 stops33h 22m

$553

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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 October.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
OvagoPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*2 stars
CheapfaremartPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Sacramento to Athens. Price data was last updated on October 17, 2025.

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 34 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sacramento to Athens (average of $500). Flying from Sacramento to Athens in June is currently the most expensive (average of $977). 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 SMF to ATH?

Find hourly flight availability from Sacramento 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 23, 2025.

When flying from Sacramento to Athens, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the evening, which can drop the price by up to 35% versus a flight in the morning.

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

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 October 23, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Sacramento to Athens, such as Delta, Scandinavian Airlines, and United Airlines. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.9
Good
7,981 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

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
7.9
Good
7,981 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
7,981 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

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.
Scandinavian Airlines
7.4
Good
1,535 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
7,981 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

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
8,991 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
7,981 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

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.
Air Canada
7.1
Good
10,346 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
7,981 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

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
7,467 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
7,981 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

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 17h 40m. The distance from Sacramento to Athens is about 6703 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Sacramento to Athens round-trip from $604. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Delta, from $649, and Lufthansa, from $666. British Airways is 49% 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sacramento to Athens (average of $500). Flying from Sacramento to Athens in June is currently the most expensive (average of $977). 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 6 airlines flying from Sacramento to Athens

Discover the top 6 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 October 23, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
British AirwaysCheapest$604Average$820FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
DeltaCheapest$649Average$1,388FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
LufthansaCheapest$666Average$1,314FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
United AirlinesCheapest$717Average$1,311FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Scandinavian AirlinesCheapest$725Average$1,224FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Air CanadaCheapest$861Average$1,314FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%

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