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$189+ Cheap flights from California to Southeast Europe

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 9/16. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — ATH
Aug 5 — Aug 121
Tue 8/5
Tue 8/12
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from California to Southeast Europe

Keep the following information in mind while searching for California to Southeast Europe flight deals. Data was last updated July 31, 2025.

Round-trip from

$484
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$189
(Travelocity)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$901
From California to Southeast Europe
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Cheapest flights from California to Southeast Europe
Explore the most affordable flight options available from California to Southeast Europe. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 31, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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.
Mon 10/2010:30 pmLAX - ATH
1 stop25h 35mUnited Airlines
Thu 11/66:25 amATH - LAX
1 stop16h 40mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/31$484
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/312:25 amLAX - ATH
2 stops23h 55mAir Canada
Wed 11/1211:55 amATH - LAX
1 stop18h 55mAir Canada
Deal found 7/31$485
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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.
Fri 8/223:20 pmLAX - ATH
Nonstop12h 40mNorse Atlantic Airways
Fri 9/129:45 amATH - LAX
Nonstop13h 30mNorse Atlantic Airways
Deal found 7/29$488
This Iberia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 Iberia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/229:34 amLAX - ATH
1 stop15h 36mIberia
Tue 11/41:00 pmATH - LAX
1 stop18h 52mIberia
Deal found 7/29$489
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/1610:30 pmLAX - ATH
1 stop28h 30mMultiple Airlines
Fri 8/296:50 amATH - LAX
1 stop16h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/30$491
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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 8/317:00 amONT - ATH
1 stop17h 30mUnited Airlines
Tue 10/71:10 pmATH - ONT
2 stops33h 41mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/31$502
This Tripair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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 Tripair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/231:48 pmSNA - ATH
1 stop34h 42mUnited Airlines
Fri 9/512:35 pmATH - SNA
1 stop19h 55mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/31$503
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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.
Sun 11/212:59 amLAX - ATH
1 stop23h 51mAmerican Airlines
Tue 11/114:55 pmATH - LAX
1 stop32h 25mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/30$505
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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.
Mon 10/207:30 pmLAX - ATH
1 stop31h 40mScandinavian Airlines
Wed 10/297:30 pmATH - LAX
1 stop31h 30mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 7/29$506
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 8/135:30 pmLAX - ATH
1 stop15h 05mLufthansa
Wed 8/206:00 amATH - LAX
1 stop19h 15mLufthansa
Deal found 7/30$510
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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.
Sat 8/309:05 pmSNA - ATH
2 stops31h 45mAir Canada
Tue 9/93:30 pmATH - SNA
2 stops41h 00mAir Canada
Deal found 7/31$516
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/1612:10 pmLAX - ATH
1 stop35h 50mVirgin Atlantic
Fri 8/299:10 amATH - LAX
1 stop20h 57mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 7/30$525

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Customize your flight search to find flights from California to Southeast Europe 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 July 31, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from California to Southeast Europe that are best for you.

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California

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Southeast Europe

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Price

Los AngelesAthens

LAX - ATH

LAXATH

Los Angeles

Mon 10/20

10:30 pm-10:05 am

1 stop25h 35m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Thu 11/6

6:25 am-1:05 pm

1 stop16h 40m

$484

Los AngelesAthens

LAX - ATH

LAXATH

Los Angeles

Sat 8/23

10:20 pm-9:00 pm

Nonstop12h 40m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Wed 9/3

4:00 pm-7:30 pm

Nonstop13h 30m

$487

Los AngelesAthens

LAX - ATH

LAXATH

Los Angeles

Wed 10/22

9:34 am-11:10 am

1 stop15h 36m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Tue 11/4

1:00 pm-9:52 pm

1 stop18h 52m

$489

Los AngelesAthens

LAX - ATH

LAXATH

Los Angeles

Sat 8/16

10:30 pm-1:00 pm

1 stop28h 30m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Fri 8/29

6:50 am-1:00 pm

1 stop16h 10m

$491

OntarioAthens

ONT - ATH

ONTATH

Ontario

Sun 8/31

7:00 am-10:30 am

1 stop17h 30m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Tue 10/7

1:10 pm-12:51 pm

2 stops33h 41m

$502

Santa AnaAthens

SNA - ATH

SNAATH

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sat 8/23

1:48 pm-10:30 am

1 stop34h 42m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Fri 9/5

12:35 pm-10:30 pm

1 stop19h 55m

$503

Los AngelesAthens

LAX - ATH

LAXATH

Los Angeles

Wed 10/8

8:05 am-10:05 am

1 stop16h 00m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Wed 11/19

11:55 am-8:50 pm

1 stop18h 55m

$504

Los AngelesAthens

LAX - ATH

LAXATH

Los Angeles

Mon 10/20

7:30 pm-1:10 pm

1 stop31h 40m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Wed 10/29

7:30 pm-6:00 pm

1 stop31h 30m

$506

Los AngelesAthens

LAX - ATH

LAXATH

Los Angeles

Wed 8/13

5:30 pm-6:35 pm

1 stop15h 05m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Wed 8/20

6:00 am-3:15 pm

1 stop19h 15m

$510

Santa AnaAthens

SNA - ATH

SNAATH

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sat 8/30

9:05 pm-2:50 pm

2 stops31h 45m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Tue 9/9

3:30 pm-10:30 pm

2 stops41h 00m

$516

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

Deals found on 7/29

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Best time to book a flight from California to Southeast Europe

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Everything you need to know about your flight from California to Southeast Europe

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

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Southeast Europe (average of $679). Flying from California to Southeast Europe in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,287). 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 CA to YMH?

Find hourly flight availability from California to Southeast Europe. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated July 31, 2025.

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

Reviews of airlines servicing Southeast Europe

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Southeast Europe. 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 Southeast Europe. Reviews last updated July 31, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Delta, KLM, and LOT from California to Southeast Europe have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,981 reviews

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

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
7,981 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,981 reviews

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

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
1,383 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,981 reviews

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

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.
LOT
7.6
Good
1,105 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,981 reviews

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

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.
Austrian Airlines
7.6
Good
823 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,981 reviews

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

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.
Finnair
7.6
Good
1,316 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,981 reviews

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

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.

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  • How popular is this California to Southeast Europe flight route?

    This flight path from California to Southeast Europe was viewed by 5 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Norse Atlantic Airways, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $189. A.P.G. flights start at $251 while deals on LEVEL start at $313 one-way.

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from California to Southeast Europe 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 California to Southeast Europe?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Southeast Europe (average of $679). Flying from California to Southeast Europe in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,287). 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 California to Southeast Europe

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from California to Southeast Europe. 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 July 31, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
SWISSCheapest$404Average$903FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
Norse Atlantic AirwaysCheapest$441Average$735FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$446Average$951FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
British AirwaysCheapest$450Average$889FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
Scandinavian AirlinesCheapest$481Average$784FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
CondorCheapest$510Average$1,149FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
ITA AirwaysCheapest$512Average$1,069FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
DeltaCheapest$516Average$1,068FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$527Average$1,080FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
KLMCheapest$538Average$988FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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