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$524+ Cheap flights from Santa Barbara (SBA) 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 1/19. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SBA — ATH
Dec 11 — Dec 181
Thu 12/11
Thu 12/18
1 adult, Economy
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This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/9. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 1/195:40 amSBA - ATH
2 stops24h 50mMultiple Airlines
Sat 1/312:35 pmATH - SBA
2 stops40h 21mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/9$524
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/9. 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 3/65:30 amSBA - ATH
3 stops25h 05mUnited Airlines
Tue 3/106:25 amATH - SBA
3 stops25h 16mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/9$741
This American 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 1/1912:26 pmSBA - ATH
3 stops20h 29mAmerican Airlines
Sat 1/318:05 pmATH - SBA
3 stops32h 07mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/10$783

Cheap flight deals from Santa Barbara to Athens

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Santa Barbara (SBA) 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 11, 2025.

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Santa Barbara to Athens that are best for you.

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Santa Barbara

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Athens

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Santa BarbaraAthens

SBA - ATH

SBAATH

Santa Barbara

Mon 1/19

5:40 am-4:30 pm

2 stops24h 50m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Sat 1/31

2:35 pm-8:56 pm

2 stops40h 21m

$524

Santa BarbaraAthens

SBA - ATH

SBAATH

Santa Barbara

Fri 3/6

5:30 am-4:35 pm

3 stops25h 05m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Tue 3/10

6:25 am-10:41 pm

3 stops25h 16m

$741

Santa BarbaraAthens

SBA - ATH

SBAATH

Santa Barbara

Mon 1/19

12:26 pm-6:55 pm

3 stops20h 29m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Sat 1/31

8:05 pm-6:12 pm

3 stops32h 07m

$783

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Deals found on 11/9

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Barbara to Athens (average of $427). Flying from Santa Barbara to Athens in July is currently the most expensive (average of $601). 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.

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 11, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Santa Barbara to Athens, such as Delta and United Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,007 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Overall

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

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Overall

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
9,012 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,007 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Overall

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

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

    Flying on Delta is currently your cheapest option to Athens, with prices starting at $553. Another option worth looking into is United Airlines, starting at $711 round trip.

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Santa Barbara 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 Santa Barbara to Athens?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Barbara to Athens (average of $427). Flying from Santa Barbara to Athens in July is currently the most expensive (average of $601). 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 2 airlines flying from Santa Barbara to Athens

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Santa Barbara 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 11, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$553Average$913FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$711Average$813FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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