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$459+ 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 8/16. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SMF — ATH
Jun 26 — Jul 31
Fri 6/26
Fri 7/3
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 May 27, 2026.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/22. 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.
Sun 10/255:25 am
SMF
-
ATH
2 stops19h 40m
United Airlines
Tue 11/37:05 am
ATH
-
SMF
2 stops23h 57m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/22$846
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/26. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/18:00 am
SMF
-
ATH
2 stops18h 55m
SWISS
Sat 11/77:05 am
ATH
-
SMF
2 stops24h 37m
SWISS
Deal found 5/26$852
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/22. 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.
Wed 10/147:00 am
SMF
-
ATH
1 stop17h 35m
United Airlines
Thu 10/221:10 pm
ATH
-
SMF
2 stops41h 50m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/22$891
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/22. 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 Justfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/145:05 am
SMF
-
ATH
2 stops19h 05m
Air Canada
Thu 10/221:10 pm
ATH
-
SMF
2 stops39h 38m
Air Canada
Deal found 5/22$894
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/25. 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 8/169:20 am
SMF
-
ATH
2 stops29h 35m
SWISS
Tue 9/16:55 am
ATH
-
SMF
2 stops21h 23m
SWISS
Deal found 5/25$900
This Scandinavian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/26. 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 Scandinavian Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/2911:28 am
SMF
-
ATH
2 stops21h 12m
Scandinavian Airlines
Wed 9/97:30 pm
ATH
-
SMF
2 stops37h 10m
Scandinavian Airlines
Deal found 5/26$908
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/26. 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.
Sun 8/167:00 am
SMF
-
ATH
1 stop17h 35m
United Airlines
Tue 9/112:10 pm
ATH
-
SMF
2 stops41h 37m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/26$919
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/25. 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 8/167:00 am
SMF
-
ATH
1 stop17h 35m
Lufthansa
Tue 9/112:35 pm
ATH
-
SMF
1 stop20h 13m
Lufthansa
Deal found 5/25$922
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/26. 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.
Fri 8/218:19 pm
SMF
-
ATH
2 stops51h 51m
United Airlines
Fri 9/1812:10 pm
ATH
-
SMF
2 stops39h 24m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/26$928
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/26. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/168:13 am
SMF
-
ATH
1 stop15h 47m
Brussels Airlines
Tue 9/111:45 am
ATH
-
SMF
1 stop19h 00m
Brussels Airlines
Deal found 5/26$937

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 May 27, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$900
(Cheapflightsfares)

One-way from

$459
(Cheapflightsfares)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$1,376
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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. 32% potential increase in price ($446 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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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 May 27, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Sacramento to Athens that are best for you.

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Price

Cheapest round-trip

SacramentoAthens

SMF - ATH

SMFATH

Sacramento Intl

Sun 7/12

7:53 am-1:40 pm

2 stops19h 47m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Tue 7/28

10:05 am-11:44 pm

2 stops23h 39m

$995
Quickest round-trip

SacramentoAthens

SMF - ATH

SMFATH

Sacramento Intl

Fri 8/21

8:13 am-10:00 am

1 stop15h 47m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Fri 9/18

10:25 am-10:30 pm

1 stop22h 05m

$1,075

SacramentoAthens

SMF - ATH

SMFATH

Sacramento Intl

Sun 7/12

6:30 am-11:00 am

1 stop18h 30m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Fri 7/24

9:45 am-10:53 pm

1 stop23h 08m

$1,115

SacramentoAthens

SMF - ATH

SMFATH

Sacramento Intl

Sat 7/4

7:00 am-11:10 am

2 stops42h 10m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Sat 7/18

1:10 pm-10:28 pm

2 stops43h 18m

$1,148

SacramentoAthens

SMF - ATH

SMFATH

Sacramento Intl

Wed 6/24

4:19 pm-11:05 pm

2 stops20h 46m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Wed 7/1

11:45 am-8:40 pm

1 stop18h 55m

$1,287

SacramentoAthens

SMF - ATH

SMFATH

Sacramento Intl

Wed 7/15

10:54 pm-8:10 am

1 stop23h 16m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Mon 7/27

1:10 pm-9:10 pm

1 stop18h 00m

$1,337

SacramentoAthens

SMF - ATH

SMFATH

Sacramento Intl

Fri 7/24

12:21 pm-11:00 am

1 stop36h 39m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Sun 8/2

6:00 am-4:44 pm

2 stops20h 44m

$1,374

SacramentoAthens

SMF - ATH

SMFATH

Sacramento Intl

Fri 6/26

6:47 pm-10:10 am

2 stops53h 23m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Sun 7/5

7:30 pm-6:43 pm

2 stops33h 13m

$1,375

SacramentoAthens

SMF - ATH

SMFATH

Sacramento Intl

Sun 6/7

6:38 am-6:45 pm

2 stops26h 07m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Fri 6/26

1:10 pm-9:10 pm

1 stop18h 00m

$1,412

SacramentoAthens

SMF - ATH

SMFATH

Sacramento Intl

Sat 6/6

4:18 pm-8:10 am

2 stops29h 52m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Fri 6/26

1:10 pm-9:10 pm

1 stop18h 00m

$1,414

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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 May.
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.
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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?

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 21 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 $1,608). 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?

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 May 27, 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Sacramento to Athens, such as Delta,United Airlines, andAir Canada. 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
8,423 reviews

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

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
8,423 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,423 reviews

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

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
9,751 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,423 reviews

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

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
11,092 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,423 reviews

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

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
8,033 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,423 reviews

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

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
8,007 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,423 reviews

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

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 15h 47m. 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 $484. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Lufthansa, from $492, and American Airlines, from $504. British Airways is 48% 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 $1,608). 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 May 27, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
British AirwaysCheapest$484Average$725FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
LufthansaCheapest$492Average$1,124FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
American AirlinesCheapest$504Average$1,232FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$601Average$1,021FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$647Average$1,082FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Air CanadaCheapest$722Average$1,152FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%

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