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

Flying on United Airlines is currently your cheapest option to Athens, with prices starting at $705. Another option worth looking into is KLM, starting at $758 round trip.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Santa Barbara to Athens?

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Santa Barbara to Athens flight should consider departing on Wednesday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Tuesday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Athens ranges from 0.2 - 2.5 inches per month. December is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 2.5 in. June is typically the driest time to visit Athens when rainfall is around 0.2 in.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Athens, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 82.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 50.0 F).

What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from Santa Barbara to Athens?

Leaving on a Tuesday is a viable option for saving on travel. Heavily demanded days of the week can typically drive up the prices you see. Booking your travel for a less competitive day can save up to 37% on the overall cost on flights from Santa Barbara to Athens.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Santa Barbara to Athens?

When searching for a good deal, it’s best to be prepared for potential fluctuations in price. We recommend booking at least 49 days in advance, which can save you up to 38% on flights from Santa Barbara to Athens compared to booking the week you need them. Waiting 49 days out may not be for everyone, so we have options available for flights within the next two weeks, with the lowest price starting at $762. For sooner than that we have options available in the next 3 days from $814.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Santa Barbara to Athens?

February can be a great time to fly to Athens from Santa Barbara with a flight ticket averaging about $789. Cheapflights users have found deals in the month of February for as cheap as $498. The most expensive prices can be found in the month of June.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from SBA to ATH?

When flying from Santa Barbara to Athens, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

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.

How can I find direct flights from Santa Barbara to Athens?

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

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.

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Cheap flight deals from Santa Barbara to Athens

Round-trip from	$705 (United Airlines)
One-way from	$468 (KLM)
Popular in	June
Cheapest in	February
Average price	$674

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Cheapest flights from Santa Barbara to Athens
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Santa Barbara to Athens. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on August 11, 2025.

Mon 9/86:52 pmSBA - ATH

2 stops29h 13mUnited Airlines

Mon 9/156:00 amATH - SBA

2 stops27h 59mUnited Airlines

Deal found 8/9

$705

Mon 9/88:13 amSBA - ATH

1 stop16h 42mKLM

Mon 9/155:25 pmATH - SBA

2 stops36h 38mKLM

Deal found 8/9

$758

Mon 9/810:30 amSBA - ATH

3 stops22h 05mAir Canada

Mon 9/156:45 amATH - SBA

3 stops23h 24mAir Canada

Deal found 8/9

$2,779

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Mon 9/86:52 pmSBA - ATH

2 stops29h 13mUnited Airlines

Mon 9/156:00 amATH - SBA

2 stops27h 59mUnited Airlines

Deal found 8/9

$705

Mon 9/88:13 amSBA - ATH

1 stop16h 42mKLM

Mon 9/155:25 pmATH - SBA

2 stops36h 38mKLM

Deal found 8/9

$758

Mon 9/810:30 amSBA - ATH

3 stops22h 05mAir Canada

Mon 9/156:45 amATH - SBA

3 stops23h 24mAir Canada

Deal found 8/9

$2,779

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Mon 9/86:52 pmSBA - ATH

2 stops29h 13mUnited Airlines

Mon 9/156:00 amATH - SBA

2 stops27h 59mUnited Airlines

Deal found 8/9

$705

Mon 9/88:13 amSBA - ATH

1 stop16h 42mKLM

Mon 9/155:25 pmATH - SBA

2 stops36h 38mKLM

Deal found 8/9

$758

Mon 9/810:30 amSBA - ATH

3 stops22h 05mAir Canada

Mon 9/156:45 amATH - SBA

3 stops23h 24mAir Canada

Deal found 8/9

$2,779

One-way flights from Santa Barbara to Athens
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Sun 9/218:13 amSBA - ATH

2 stops22h 27mKLM

Deal found 8/10

$463

Sun 9/216:25 pmSBA - ATH

3 stops33h 35mUnited Airlines

Deal found 8/10

$474

Sun 8/178:13 amSBA - ATH

1 stop16h 42mKLM

Deal found 8/10

$1,048

Tue 8/198:13 amSBA - ATH

2 stops22h 52mDelta

Deal found 8/10

$1,067

Sat 8/165:50 amSBA - ATH

2 stops18h 20mDelta

Deal found 8/10

$1,076

Sun 8/172:00 pmSBA - ATH

3 stops33h 55mUnited Airlines

Deal found 8/10

$1,204

Mon 8/188:13 amSBA - ATH

1 stop16h 42mKLM

Deal found 8/10

$1,529

Sun 8/177:30 pmSBA - ATH

3 stops37h 40mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 8/10

$1,897

Tue 8/196:37 pmSBA - ATH

3 stops37h 28mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 8/10

$2,021

Sat 8/167:30 pmSBA - ATH

3 stops36h 35mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 8/10

$2,071

Mon 8/186:37 pmSBA - ATH

3 stops38h 03mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 8/10

$2,278

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Mon 9/8

6:52 pm-10:05 am

2 stops29h 13m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Mon 9/15

6:00 am-11:59 pm

2 stops27h 59m

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SBA - ATH

SBAATH

Santa Barbara

Mon 9/8

8:13 am-10:55 am

1 stop16h 42m

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Mon 9/15

5:25 pm-8:03 pm

2 stops36h 38m

$758

Santa BarbaraAthens

SBA - ATH

SBAATH

Santa Barbara

Mon 9/8

10:30 am-6:35 pm

3 stops22h 05m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Mon 9/15

6:45 am-8:09 pm

3 stops23h 24m

$2,779

Santa BarbaraAthens

SBA - ATH

SBAATH

Santa Barbara

Sun 9/21

8:13 am-4:40 pm

2 stops22h 27m

$463

Santa BarbaraAthens

SBA - ATH

SBAATH

Santa Barbara

Sun 9/21

6:25 pm-2:00 pm

3 stops33h 35m

$474

Santa BarbaraAthens

SBA - ATH

SBAATH

Santa Barbara

Sun 8/17

8:13 am-10:55 am

1 stop16h 42m

$1,048

Santa BarbaraAthens

SBA - ATH

SBAATH

Santa Barbara

Tue 8/19

8:13 am-5:05 pm

2 stops22h 52m

$1,067

Santa BarbaraAthens

SBA - ATH

SBAATH

Santa Barbara

Sat 8/16

5:50 am-10:10 am

2 stops18h 20m

$1,076

Santa BarbaraAthens

SBA - ATH

SBAATH

Santa Barbara

Sun 8/17

2:00 pm-9:55 am

3 stops33h 55m

$1,204

Santa BarbaraAthens

SBA - ATH

SBAATH

Santa Barbara

Mon 8/18

8:13 am-10:55 am

1 stop16h 42m

$1,529

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

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Barbara to Athens (average of $679). Flying from Santa Barbara to Athens in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,286). 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

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

Delta

8.0

Very good

7,979 reviews

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

8.0

Very good

7,979 reviews

Delta

8.0

Very good

7,979 reviews

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.

KLM

7.8

Good

1,381 reviews

Delta

8.0

Very good

7,979 reviews

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

8,920 reviews

Delta

8.0

Very good

7,979 reviews

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

9,915 reviews

Delta

8.0

Very good

7,979 reviews

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

7,261 reviews

Delta

8.0

Very good

7,979 reviews

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

What are the cheapest airlines flying from Santa Barbara to Athens round-trip?
Flying on United Airlines is currently your cheapest option to Athens, with prices starting at $705. Another option worth looking into is KLM, starting at $758 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.
How can I find direct flights from Santa Barbara to Athens?
After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Santa Barbara to Athens.
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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Barbara to Athens (average of $679). Flying from Santa Barbara to Athens in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,286). 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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Everything you need to know about your flight from Santa Barbara to Athens

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

Reviews of airlines servicing Athens

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

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