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$250+ Cheap flights from California to Southeast Europe

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LAX — ATH
May 6 — May 131
Tue 5/6
Tue 5/13
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from California to Southeast Europe

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Most accurate provider

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3 stars

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AranGrant
3 stars

Round-trip from

$587
(Travelocity)

One-way from

$250
(Norse)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$963
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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 May 1, 2025.

This Travelocity deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 Travelocity is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 7/298:05 amLAX - OTP
2 stops24h 30mMultiple Airlines
Tue 8/124:10 pmOTP - LAX
1 stop34h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/30$587
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/147:30 pmLAX - OTP
1 stop15h 40mScandinavian Airlines
Sun 9/219:25 pmOTP - LAX
1 stop28h 55mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 4/30$594
This Lufthansa deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 Lufthansa is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 10/125:30 pmLAX - OTP
1 stop15h 05mLufthansa
Sat 10/256:05 amOTP - LAX
1 stop19h 10mLufthansa
Deal found 4/30$605
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/308:05 pmLAX - OTP
1 stop19h 20mBritish Airways
Tue 10/148:25 amOTP - LAX
1 stop16h 30mBritish Airways
Deal found 4/30$612
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/174:35 pmLAX - OTP
1 stop15h 10mLOT
Mon 9/296:30 pmOTP - LAX
1 stop35h 35mLOT
Deal found 4/30$618
This StudentUniverse deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 StudentUniverse is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/1111:59 pmLAX - DBV
2 stops33h 56mFinnair
Sat 8/2310:25 amDBV - LAX
1 stop15h 40mFinnair
Deal found 4/30$621
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/2712:10 amLAX - OTP
1 stop22h 00mTurkish Airlines
Thu 9/119:30 amOTP - LAX
1 stop18h 30mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 4/30$630
This Iberia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 Iberia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/243:00 pmONT - ATH
2 stops23h 50mMultiple Airlines
Mon 10/208:45 pmATH - ONT
2 stops37h 17mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/30$638
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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.
Mon 8/113:40 pmLAX - DBV
1 stop19h 05mMultiple Airlines
Sat 8/2310:25 amDBV - LAX
1 stop15h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/30$641
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/71:00 pmLAX - ATH
2 stops19h 20mBritish Airways
Sat 11/158:00 amATH - LAX
2 stops22h 53mBritish Airways
Deal found 4/30$647
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 5/217:45 pmLAX - ATH
2 stops27h 00mMultiple Airlines
Wed 6/44:00 pmATH - LAX
Nonstop13h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/30$648
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Sun 9/147:30 amLAX - OTP
2 stops23h 20mAir Canada
Sun 9/216:00 amOTP - LAX
2 stops20h 08mAir Canada
Deal found 4/30$649

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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 May 1, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from California to Southeast Europe that are best for you.

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Southeast Europe

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Return

Price

Los AngelesBucharest

LAX - OTP

LAXOTP

Los Angeles

Tue 7/29

8:05 am-6:35 pm

2 stops24h 30m

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Tue 8/12

4:10 pm-4:30 pm

1 stop34h 20m

$587

Los AngelesBucharest

LAX - OTP

LAXOTP

Los Angeles

Sun 9/14

7:30 pm-9:10 pm

1 stop15h 40m

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Sun 9/21

9:25 pm-4:20 pm

1 stop28h 55m

$594

Los AngelesBucharest

LAX - OTP

LAXOTP

Los Angeles

Sun 10/12

5:30 pm-6:35 pm

1 stop15h 05m

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Sat 10/25

6:05 am-3:15 pm

1 stop19h 10m

$605

Los AngelesBucharest

LAX - OTP

LAXOTP

Los Angeles

Tue 9/30

8:05 pm-1:25 am

1 stop19h 20m

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Tue 10/14

8:25 am-2:55 pm

1 stop16h 30m

$612

Los AngelesBucharest

LAX - OTP

LAXOTP

Los Angeles

Wed 9/17

4:35 pm-5:45 pm

1 stop15h 10m

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Mon 9/29

6:30 pm-8:05 pm

1 stop35h 35m

$618

Los AngelesBucharest

LAX - OTP

LAXOTP

Los Angeles

Tue 9/30

10:30 pm-3:20 pm

2 stops30h 50m

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Tue 10/14

6:30 am-9:28 pm

2 stops24h 58m

$620

Los AngelesDubrovnik

LAX - DBV

LAXDBV

Los Angeles

Mon 8/11

11:59 pm-6:55 pm

2 stops33h 56m

Dubrovnik

Sat 8/23

10:25 am-5:05 pm

1 stop15h 40m

$621

Los AngelesBucharest

LAX - OTP

LAXOTP

Los Angeles

Wed 8/27

12:10 am-8:10 am

1 stop22h 00m

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Thu 9/11

9:30 am-6:00 pm

1 stop18h 30m

$630

Los AngelesDubrovnik

LAX - DBV

LAXDBV

Los Angeles

Mon 8/11

3:40 pm-7:45 pm

1 stop19h 05m

Dubrovnik

Sat 8/23

10:25 am-5:05 pm

1 stop15h 40m

$641

Los AngelesAthens

LAX - ATH

LAXATH

Los Angeles

Wed 5/21

7:45 pm-8:45 am

2 stops27h 00m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Wed 6/4

4:00 pm-7:30 pm

Nonstop13h 30m

$648

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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 $1,309). 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 May 1, 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.

Rainfall in Southeast Europe by month

Plan your trip to Southeast Europe by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Southeast Europe 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 Southeast Europe when rainfall is around 0.2 in.

Temperature in Southeast Europe by month

Plan your trip to Southeast Europe by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Southeast Europe, 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).

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 May 1, 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from California to Southeast Europe, see what other customers have to say about Delta, KLM and Air Transat. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,934 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

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
7,934 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,934 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

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
1,334 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,934 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

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 Transat
7.8
Good
385 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,934 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

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
1,069 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,934 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

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
781 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,934 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

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 $343. Scandinavian Airlines flights start at $398 while deals on SWISS start at $407 one-way.

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

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    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 $1,309). 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 May 1, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Norse Atlantic AirwaysCheapest$471Average$776FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$474Average$973FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
British AirwaysCheapest$488Average$986FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
ITA AirwaysCheapest$492Average$1,080FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
Scandinavian AirlinesCheapest$492Average$922FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
SWISSCheapest$494Average$964FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
DeltaCheapest$516Average$1,111FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
CondorCheapest$520Average$1,241FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
Virgin AtlanticCheapest$552Average$925FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
KLMCheapest$552Average$1,086FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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