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$451+ 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 2/17. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SMF — ATH
Feb 23 — Mar 21
Mon 2/23
Mon 3/2
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 January 24, 2026.

This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/22. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 2/178:18 am
SMF
-
ATH
2 stops31h 02m
British Airways
Mon 3/28:10 pm
ATH
-
SMF
2 stops37h 49m
British Airways
Deal found 1/22$451
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/22. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 2/1111:10 am
SMF
-
ATH
2 stops28h 30m
Lufthansa
Wed 2/186:15 am
ATH
-
SMF
2 stops22h 09m
Lufthansa
Deal found 1/22$475
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/22. 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 2/1111:10 am
SMF
-
ATH
2 stops28h 30m
United Airlines
Wed 2/187:05 am
ATH
-
SMF
2 stops25h 27m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/22$481
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/24. 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 3/810:35 pm
SMF
-
ATH
1 stop26h 20m
Delta
Tue 3/2411:50 am
ATH
-
SMF
2 stops40h 23m
Delta
Deal found 1/24$484
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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 3/1211:06 am
SMF
-
ATH
2 stops28h 24m
United Airlines
Thu 3/1912:15 pm
ATH
-
SMF
2 stops41h 11m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/21$498
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/23. 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.
Sat 2/217:25 am
SMF
-
ATH
2 stops32h 15m
United Airlines
Sat 2/286:35 am
ATH
-
SMF
2 stops25h 40m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/23$504
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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.
Wed 2/114:35 pm
SMF
-
ATH
2 stops22h 30m
American Airlines
Sun 2/158:00 am
ATH
-
SMF
2 stops25h 59m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/21$505
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/23. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 2/116:05 am
SMF
-
ATH
2 stops33h 00m
British Airways
Wed 2/188:20 pm
ATH
-
SMF
2 stops37h 39m
British Airways
Deal found 1/23$514
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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 2/111:10 am
SMF
-
ATH
2 stops19h 25m
United Airlines
Mon 2/1612:50 pm
ATH
-
SMF
2 stops55h 04m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/21$523
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/22. 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 2/411:10 am
SMF
-
ATH
2 stops28h 30m
United Airlines
Sun 2/87:05 am
ATH
-
SMF
2 stops24h 49m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/22$531

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 January 24, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

Expedia
3 stars

Round-trip from

$440
(oojo)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$504
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From Sacramento Intl to Athens Eleftherios V.
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 21% potential increase in price ($274 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($38 potential savings vs. average 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 January 24, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Sacramento to Athens that are best for you.

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SacramentoAthens

SMF - ATH

SMFATH

Sacramento Intl

Wed 2/11

11:10 am-1:40 am

2 stops28h 30m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Wed 2/18

7:05 am-10:32 pm

2 stops25h 27m

$481

SacramentoAthens

SMF - ATH

SMFATH

Sacramento Intl

Thu 3/12

11:06 am-12:30 am

2 stops28h 24m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Thu 3/19

12:15 pm-8:26 pm

2 stops41h 11m

$498

SacramentoAthens

SMF - ATH

SMFATH

Sacramento Intl

Sat 2/21

7:25 am-1:40 am

2 stops32h 15m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Sat 2/28

6:35 am-10:15 pm

2 stops25h 40m

$504

SacramentoAthens

SMF - ATH

SMFATH

Sacramento Intl

Wed 2/11

6:05 am-1:05 am

2 stops33h 00m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Wed 2/18

8:20 pm-11:59 pm

2 stops37h 39m

$514

SacramentoAthens

SMF - ATH

SMFATH

Sacramento Intl

Wed 2/4

11:10 am-1:40 am

2 stops28h 30m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Sun 2/8

7:05 am-9:54 pm

2 stops24h 49m

$531

SacramentoAthens

SMF - ATH

SMFATH

Sacramento Intl

Tue 3/31

11:05 am-6:40 pm

3 stops21h 35m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Wed 5/20

7:45 am-10:13 pm

2 stops24h 28m

$653

SacramentoAthens

SMF - ATH

SMFATH

Sacramento Intl

Thu 5/7

1:55 pm-6:40 pm

2 stops18h 45m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Fri 5/22

3:25 pm-9:47 am

2 stops52h 22m

$734

SacramentoAthens

SMF - ATH

SMFATH

Sacramento Intl

Thu 5/21

2:15 pm-1:25 am

3 stops25h 10m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Tue 5/26

7:45 am-7:28 pm

2 stops21h 43m

$757

SacramentoAthens

SMF - ATH

SMFATH

Sacramento Intl

Tue 3/31

3:53 pm-11:05 pm

2 stops21h 12m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Wed 5/20

11:45 am-8:54 pm

1 stop19h 09m

$794

SacramentoAthens

SMF - ATH

SMFATH

Sacramento Intl

Wed 4/1

11:05 am-10:55 pm

2 stops25h 50m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Mon 4/6

9:10 am-10:30 pm

1 stop23h 20m

$843

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Deals found on 1/23

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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 January.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
AranGrantPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
OvagoPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*2 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 Expedia the most. Expedia 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 January 23, 2026.

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 $460). Flying from Sacramento to Athens in June is currently the most expensive (average of $962). 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 January 24, 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Sacramento to Athens, such as Delta, United Airlines, and Air 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
8,112 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

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
8,112 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,112 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

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
9,193 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,112 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

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
10,652 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,112 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

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
7,744 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,112 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

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
7,694 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,112 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

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 26h 20m. 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 $492. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are British Airways, from $604, and KLM, from $639. Lufthansa is 50% 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 $460). Flying from Sacramento to Athens in June is currently the most expensive (average of $962). 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 January 24, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
LufthansaCheapest$492Average$1,282FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
British AirwaysCheapest$604Average$820FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
KLMCheapest$639Average$1,458FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
DeltaCheapest$649Average$1,168FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$678Average$1,227FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Air CanadaCheapest$861Average$1,308FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%

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