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$371+ Cheap flights from Southeast Europe to San Francisco (SFO)

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 4/19. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ATH — SFO
Jan 17 — Jan 241
Sat 1/17
Sat 1/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Southeast Europe to San Francisco

Cheapest flights from Southeast Europe to San Francisco
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Southeast Europe to San Francisco. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 18, 2025.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/246:25 pmBEG - SFO
2 stops54h 40mMultiple Airlines
Mon 1/127:55 pmSFO - BEG
1 stop36h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/17$866
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/256:35 amBEG - SFO
2 stops42h 30mMultiple Airlines
Mon 1/127:55 pmSFO - BEG
1 stop36h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/17$871
This Lufthansa deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 Lufthansa is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/251:30 pmBEG - SFO
1 stop15h 05mLufthansa
Sat 1/172:40 pmSFO - BEG
1 stop24h 10mLufthansa
Deal found 12/17$879
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 12/286:15 amBEG - SFO
1 stop15h 25mUnited Airlines
Tue 1/131:35 pmSFO - BEG
1 stop14h 30mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/17$881
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/261:30 pmBEG - SFO
1 stop34h 20mMultiple Airlines
Fri 2/67:25 pmSFO - BEG
1 stop14h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/17$885
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 12/286:15 amBEG - SFO
1 stop15h 25mUnited Airlines
Wed 1/1411:56 pmSFO - BEG
2 stops27h 54mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/17$886
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/246:15 amBEG - SFO
2 stops22h 52mMultiple Airlines
Fri 1/167:25 pmSFO - BEG
1 stop14h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/18$887
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 12/256:25 amBEG - SFO
2 stops22h 29mUnited Airlines
Fri 1/166:50 pmSFO - BEG
1 stop20h 00mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/17$891
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 12/256:25 amBEG - SFO
2 stops23h 55mUnited Airlines
Thu 1/156:45 amSFO - BEG
2 stops21h 05mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/17$893
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/261:30 pmBEG - SFO
1 stop34h 20mLufthansa
Fri 2/68:25 amSFO - BEG
2 stops19h 30mLufthansa
Deal found 12/17$895
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/226:25 pmBEG - SFO
2 stops53h 05mMultiple Airlines
Mon 1/127:55 pmSFO - BEG
1 stop36h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/17$898
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
Wed 12/2412:40 pmATH - SFO
1 stop34h 25mITA Airways
Sat 1/33:05 pmSFO - ATH
1 stop34h 45mITA Airways
Deal found 12/17$901

Find flight deals from Southeast Europe to San Francisco

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Southeast Europe to San Francisco flight deals. Data was last updated December 18, 2025.

Round-trip from

$618
(Gotogate)

One-way from

$371
(Kiwi.com)
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Southeast Europe to San Francisco 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 December 18, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Southeast Europe to San Francisco that are best for you.

Fly from

Southeast Europe

Fly to

San Francisco

Route

Depart

Return

Price

AthensSan Francisco

ATH - SFO

ATHSFO

Athens Eleftherios V.

Wed 2/18

7:30 pm-2:35 pm

1 stop29h 05m

San Francisco

Fri 2/27

4:40 pm-6:40 pm

1 stop16h 00m

$657

AthensSan Francisco

ATH - SFO

ATHSFO

Athens Eleftherios V.

Sat 2/28

7:30 pm-2:35 pm

1 stop29h 05m

San Francisco

Sat 3/21

5:40 pm-1:20 pm

1 stop34h 40m

$676

AthensSan Francisco

ATH - SFO

ATHSFO

Athens Eleftherios V.

Wed 2/25

7:30 pm-2:35 pm

1 stop29h 05m

San Francisco

Sun 3/1

4:40 pm-6:40 pm

1 stop16h 00m

$681

AthensSan Francisco

ATH - SFO

ATHSFO

Athens Eleftherios V.

Sat 1/17

7:30 pm-2:35 pm

1 stop29h 05m

San Francisco

Mon 2/16

4:40 pm-8:20 pm

2 stops17h 40m

$684

AthensSan Francisco

ATH - SFO

ATHSFO

Athens Eleftherios V.

Thu 1/22

2:10 pm-2:35 pm

1 stop34h 25m

San Francisco

Sat 1/31

4:40 pm-6:40 pm

1 stop16h 00m

$693

AthensSan Francisco

ATH - SFO

ATHSFO

Athens Eleftherios V.

Sat 1/24

7:30 pm-2:35 pm

1 stop29h 05m

San Francisco

Mon 2/23

4:40 pm-1:20 pm

1 stop34h 40m

$700

BucharestSan Francisco

OTP - SFO

OTPSFO

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Fri 1/30

3:35 pm-2:35 pm

2 stops33h 00m

San Francisco

Fri 2/6

4:40 pm-10:30 pm

3 stops19h 50m

$707

BucharestSan Francisco

OTP - SFO

OTPSFO

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Thu 1/29

2:35 pm-2:35 pm

3 stops34h 00m

San Francisco

Thu 2/5

4:40 pm-12:30 am

3 stops21h 50m

$739

BucharestSan Francisco

OTP - SFO

OTPSFO

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Thu 1/15

9:35 pm-2:35 pm

2 stops27h 00m

San Francisco

Thu 1/22

4:40 pm-3:10 am

3 stops24h 30m

$742

BucharestSan Francisco

OTP - SFO

OTPSFO

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Wed 4/22

9:45 pm-10:45 am

1 stop23h 00m

San Francisco

Wed 5/13

6:50 pm-2:35 pm

1 stop33h 45m

$787

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Best time to book a flight from Southeast Europe to San Francisco

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to San Francisco from Southeast Europe with our price prediction graph.
Estimated round-trip price
Rates are based on past data. Find the cheapest month and day to book your flight based on your travel requirements, then search for cheap deals.

Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Southeast Europe to San Francisco

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Southeast Europe to San Francisco?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Southeast Europe to San Francisco (average of $445). Flying from Southeast Europe to San Francisco in July is currently the most expensive (average of $787). 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 YMH to SFO?

Find hourly flight availability from Southeast Europe to San Francisco. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated December 18, 2025.

When flying from Southeast Europe to San Francisco, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the evening, which can drop the price by up to 16% versus a flight in the afternoon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Southeast Europe to San Francisco?

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

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Southeast Europe to San Francisco flight should consider departing on Thursday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Reviews of airlines servicing San Francisco

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Francisco. 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 San Francisco. Reviews last updated December 18, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with SWISS, United Airlines, and Turkish Airlines from Southeast Europe to San Francisco have to say. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,817 reviews

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

6.8

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.3

Overall

7.5

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Leonardo,Aug 2025

AMS - ZRH

Amazing alternative from Europe to Hong Kong. Quick connection (even with a non-European passport) and friendly staff that helped me and my family.
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,817 reviews
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,817 reviews

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

6.8

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.3

Overall

7.5

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Leonardo,Aug 2025

AMS - ZRH

Amazing alternative from Europe to Hong Kong. Quick connection (even with a non-European passport) and friendly staff that helped me and my family.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,095 reviews
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,817 reviews

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

6.8

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.3

Overall

7.5

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Leonardo,Aug 2025

AMS - ZRH

Amazing alternative from Europe to Hong Kong. Quick connection (even with a non-European passport) and friendly staff that helped me and my family.
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
4,103 reviews
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,817 reviews

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

6.8

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.3

Overall

7.5

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Leonardo,Aug 2025

AMS - ZRH

Amazing alternative from Europe to Hong Kong. Quick connection (even with a non-European passport) and friendly staff that helped me and my family.
Lufthansa
6.8
Okay
7,637 reviews
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,817 reviews

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

6.8

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.3

Overall

7.5

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Leonardo,Aug 2025

AMS - ZRH

Amazing alternative from Europe to Hong Kong. Quick connection (even with a non-European passport) and friendly staff that helped me and my family.
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,586 reviews
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,817 reviews

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

6.8

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.3

Overall

7.5

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Leonardo,Aug 2025

AMS - ZRH

Amazing alternative from Europe to Hong Kong. Quick connection (even with a non-European passport) and friendly staff that helped me and my family.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Southeast Europe to San Francisco. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to San Francisco from Southeast Europe?

    San Francisco (SFO), located 11.8 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from Southeast Europe to San Francisco.

  • How long is the flight from Southeast Europe to San Francisco?

    Departing from Southeast Europe to San Francisco will take you 15h 40m. There are 6470 mi between Southeast Europe and San Francisco. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Southeast Europe to San Francisco one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $353 on Scandinavian Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Turkish Airlines from $535 and Iberia from $537 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from Southeast Europe to San Francisco?

    The most popular route from Southeast Europe to San Francisco is Athens Eleftherios V. - San Francisco. You may also consider Belgrade Nikola Tesla - San Francisco or Sarajevo Butmir - San Francisco.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Southeast Europe to San Francisco that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Southeast Europe to San Francisco flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Southeast Europe to San Francisco?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Southeast Europe to San Francisco?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Southeast Europe to San Francisco 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 Southeast Europe to San Francisco?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Southeast Europe to San Francisco (average of $445). Flying from Southeast Europe to San Francisco in July is currently the most expensive (average of $787). 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 8 airlines flying from Southeast Europe to San Francisco

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from Southeast Europe to San Francisco. 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 December 18, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$560Average$1,009FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Scandinavian AirlinesCheapest$580Average$671FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
British AirwaysCheapest$711Average$807FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
LufthansaCheapest$712Average$1,015FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$729Average$934FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
SWISSCheapest$747Average$970FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
United AirlinesCheapest$750Average$940FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
KLMCheapest$807Average$918FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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