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$408+ Cheap flights from San Diego (SAN) 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 11/16. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SAN — ATH
Dec 13 — Dec 201
Sat 12/13
Sat 12/20
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from San Diego to Athens Eleftherios V. are usually found in November or October, booked 35 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Tuesday

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Diego (SAN) 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 November 13, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$469
(lastminute.com)

One-way from

$408
(United Airlines)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$642
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Cheapest flights from San Diego to Athens
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Diego to Athens. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on November 13, 2025.

This lastminute.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/12. 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 lastminute.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/1110:15 pmSAN - ATH
1 stop25h 40mVirgin Atlantic
Thu 12/2512:50 pmATH - SAN
1 stop20h 50mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 11/12$469
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/10. 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 11/126:45 amSAN - ATH
2 stops18h 50mUnited Airlines
Thu 11/201:10 pmATH - SAN
2 stops43h 19mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/10$481
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/12. 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 Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/35:35 pmSAN - ATH
1 stop22h 05mLufthansa
Thu 12/116:35 amATH - SAN
1 stop19h 10mLufthansa
Deal found 11/12$484
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/10. 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 11/1611:02 amSAN - ATH
2 stops28h 38mLufthansa
Tue 11/256:35 amATH - SAN
1 stop19h 10mLufthansa
Deal found 11/10$492
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/10. 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 12/39:54 amSAN - ATH
2 stops29h 46mLufthansa
Wed 12/106:15 amATH - SAN
2 stops24h 33mLufthansa
Deal found 11/10$500
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/12. 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.
Mon 12/810:15 pmSAN - ATH
1 stop25h 40mDelta
Tue 12/1612:50 pmATH - SAN
2 stops31h 04mDelta
Deal found 11/12$502
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/10. 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 11/167:00 amSAN - ATH
1 stop17h 35mDelta
Mon 11/243:25 amATH - SAN
2 stops27h 48mDelta
Deal found 11/10$510
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/10. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/136:10 pmSAN - ATH
2 stops31h 25mMultiple Airlines
Thu 11/206:35 amATH - SAN
1 stop19h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/10$528

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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Diego 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 November 13, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Diego to Athens that are best for you.

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San Diego

Fly to

Athens

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Depart

Return

Price

San DiegoAthens

SAN - ATH

SANATH

San Diego

Fri 2/6

4:00 pm-1:40 am

2 stops23h 40m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Fri 2/13

6:35 am-3:45 pm

1 stop19h 10m

$486

San DiegoAthens

SAN - ATH

SANATH

San Diego

Fri 2/6

5:35 pm-1:40 am

1 stop22h 05m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Fri 2/13

6:35 am-3:45 pm

1 stop19h 10m

$488

San DiegoAthens

SAN - ATH

SANATH

San Diego

Fri 2/6

6:00 pm-1:40 am

2 stops21h 40m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Fri 2/13

2:05 pm-11:53 am

2 stops31h 48m

$495

San DiegoAthens

SAN - ATH

SANATH

San Diego

Wed 12/10

11:02 am-1:40 am

2 stops28h 38m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Wed 12/17

6:35 am-12:15 am

2 stops27h 40m

$500

San DiegoAthens

SAN - ATH

SANATH

San Diego

Mon 12/8

10:15 pm-9:55 am

1 stop25h 40m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Tue 12/16

12:50 pm-9:54 am

2 stops31h 04m

$502

San DiegoAthens

SAN - ATH

SANATH

San Diego

Wed 12/3

5:45 pm-1:40 am

2 stops21h 55m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Thu 12/11

12:50 pm-10:30 pm

2 stops19h 40m

$504

San DiegoAthens

SAN - ATH

SANATH

San Diego

Sun 11/16

7:00 am-10:35 am

1 stop17h 35m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Mon 11/24

3:25 am-9:13 pm

2 stops27h 48m

$510

San DiegoAthens

SAN - ATH

SANATH

San Diego

Mon 12/1

7:50 am-1:00 pm

2 stops19h 10m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Sun 12/7

3:25 am-4:26 pm

2 stops23h 01m

$570

San DiegoAthens

SAN - ATH

SANATH

San Diego

Sun 11/16

6:15 am-10:05 am

2 stops17h 50m

$408

San DiegoAthens

SAN - ATH

SANATH

San Diego

Sun 11/16

5:35 pm-1:40 am

1 stop22h 05m

$408

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Deals found on 11/12

Compare providers for flights from San Diego 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 San Diego to Athens in November.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
OvagoPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*2 stars
JustAirTicketPrice 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 San Diego-Athens flights, users find the pricing of eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on San Diego-Athens flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from San Diego-Athens flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on San Diego-Athens flights, Cheapflights users trust eDreams the most. eDreams 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 San Diego-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 San Diego to Athens

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Athens from San Diego with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from San Diego to Athens

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Diego to Athens. Price data was last updated on November 7, 2025.

The best time to book flights from San Diego to Athens is 35 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Athens (average of $497). Flying from San Diego to Athens in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,043). 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 SAN to ATH?

Find hourly flight availability from San Diego 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 November 13, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from San Diego to Athens is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the morning tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the afternoon could potentially save you up to 13% on airfare.

What is the cheapest day to fly from San Diego to Athens?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from San Diego to Athens. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San Diego to Athens flight should consider departing on Monday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Thursday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 November 13, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Delta, United Airlines, and Air Canada from San Diego to Athens have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,007 reviews

Food

7.3

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

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
8,007 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,007 reviews

Food

7.3

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

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
9,015 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,007 reviews

Food

7.3

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

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
10,444 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,007 reviews

Food

7.3

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

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.
Lufthansa
6.8
Okay
7,570 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,007 reviews

Food

7.3

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

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
7,516 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,007 reviews

Food

7.3

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

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 San Diego 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 San Diego to Athens?

    A quick flight from San Diego to Athens can take about 21h 40m. Lufthansa provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $495. The distance between San Diego and Athens is about 6947 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from San Diego to Athens is Scandinavian Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $509 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Iberia and American Airlines, starting at $587 and $608 round-trip. Scandinavian Airlines is priced at 48% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • Where are the most common layover locations when flying from San Diego to Athens?

    The most popular layover on flights from San Diego to Athens is Munich.

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a layover in Munich?

    Theresienwiese, Marienplatz, and Altes Rathaus are currently the most popular points of interest in Munich at the moment. Theresienwiese, Marienplatz and Altes Rathaus are located about 18.8 mi, 17.8 mi, and 17.8 mi, respectively from Munich Franz Josef Strauss if you are interested in checking them out. Those landing in Munich looking to spend some time exploring during their layover can rent a car for about $44 per day.

  • Where are the least popular layover locations for San Diego to Athens flights?

    Flights departing from San Diego and landing in Athens layover in London least frequently.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from San Diego to Athens?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Diego 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 San Diego to Athens?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Athens (average of $497). Flying from San Diego to Athens in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,043). 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 San Diego to Athens

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from San Diego 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 November 13, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Scandinavian AirlinesCheapest$509Average$734FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
IberiaCheapest$587Average$870FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
American AirlinesCheapest$608Average$1,031FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Air CanadaCheapest$639Average$1,262FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
British AirwaysCheapest$645Average$947FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
United AirlinesCheapest$656Average$1,109FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
LufthansaCheapest$685Average$1,009FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
KLMCheapest$700Average$1,078FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
DeltaCheapest$739Average$1,191FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Virgin AtlanticCheapest$807Average$1,022FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%

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