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$435+ Cheap flights from San Diego (SAN) 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 3/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SAN — ATH
Nov 13 — Nov 201
Thu 11/13
Thu 11/20
1 adult, Economy
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Round-trip from

$478
(Ovago)

One-way from

$435
(Kiwi.com)

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June

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October

Average price

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Cheapest flights from San Diego to Southeast Europe
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Diego to Southeast Europe. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on October 14, 2025.

This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/12. 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 Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/269:59 amSAN - ATH
2 stops41h 21mScandinavian Airlines
Wed 12/37:30 pmATH - SAN
2 stops37h 24mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 10/12$479
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/12. 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 11/265:35 pmSAN - ATH
1 stop22h 05mLufthansa
Wed 12/312:50 pmATH - SAN
2 stops21h 25mLufthansa
Deal found 10/12$486
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/13. 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 11/277:00 amSAN - ZAG
2 stops23h 55mLufthansa
Thu 12/49:50 amZAG - SAN
1 stop14h 55mLufthansa
Deal found 10/13$489
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/12. 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 11/107:00 amSAN - ATH
2 stops20h 20mLufthansa
Sun 11/236:35 amATH - SAN
1 stop19h 10mLufthansa
Deal found 10/12$490
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/13. 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 11/1011:02 amSAN - ZAG
2 stops17h 48mLufthansa
Mon 11/174:40 pmZAG - SAN
1 stop32h 05mLufthansa
Deal found 10/13$507
This lastminute.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/12. 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 lastminute.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/1010:10 pmSAN - ATH
1 stop26h 25mVirgin Atlantic
Sun 11/2312:50 pmATH - SAN
1 stop20h 57mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 10/12$514
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/13. 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.
Tue 12/212:40 pmSAN - ATH
2 stops17h 55mAir Canada
Fri 12/126:35 amATH - SAN
2 stops39h 28mAir Canada
Deal found 10/13$515
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/13. 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.
Tue 12/212:40 pmSAN - ATH
2 stops17h 55mMultiple Airlines
Fri 12/126:35 amATH - SAN
1 stop19h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/13$518
This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/12. 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 is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/115:35 pmSAN - ATH
1 stop22h 05mMultiple Airlines
Tue 11/181:10 pmATH - SAN
2 stops36h 52mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/12$523
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/13. 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.
Tue 12/25:35 pmSAN - ATH
1 stop22h 05mLufthansa
Fri 12/126:35 amATH - SAN
1 stop19h 10mLufthansa
Deal found 10/13$525
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/12. 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 Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/115:35 pmSAN - ATH
1 stop22h 05mLufthansa
Tue 11/186:35 amATH - SAN
1 stop19h 10mLufthansa
Deal found 10/12$529
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/14. 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.
Sun 11/166:00 pmSAN - TIA
1 stop32h 50mBritish Airways
Sat 11/2212:50 pmTIA - SAN
1 stop36h 15mBritish Airways
Deal found 10/14$529

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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Diego 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 October 14, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Diego to Southeast Europe that are best for you.

Fly from

San Diego

Fly to

Southeast Europe

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San DiegoZagreb

SAN - ZAG

SANZAG

San Diego

Thu 11/27

5:35 pm-3:55 pm

1 stop13h 20m

Zagreb Franjo Tuđman

Thu 12/4

9:50 am-3:45 pm

1 stop14h 55m

$504

San DiegoSofia

SAN - SOF

SANSOF

San Diego

Thu 1/8

5:35 pm-10:45 pm

2 stops19h 10m

Sofia

Wed 1/14

6:05 am-3:45 pm

1 stop19h 40m

$506

San DiegoAthens

SAN - ATH

SANATH

San Diego

Mon 11/10

10:10 pm-10:35 am

1 stop26h 25m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Sun 11/23

12:50 pm-11:47 pm

1 stop20h 57m

$514

San DiegoAthens

SAN - ATH

SANATH

San Diego

Tue 11/11

5:35 pm-1:40 am

1 stop22h 05m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Tue 11/18

1:10 pm-3:28 pm

3 stops36h 18m

$523

San DiegoBucharest

SAN - OTP

SANOTP

San Diego

Thu 1/8

6:00 pm-11:45 pm

1 stop19h 45m

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Thu 1/15

8:00 am-4:10 pm

1 stop18h 10m

$523

San DiegoTirana

SAN - TIA

SANTIA

San Diego

Sun 11/16

6:00 pm-11:50 am

1 stop32h 50m

Tirana Rinas

Sat 11/22

12:50 pm-4:05 pm

1 stop36h 15m

$529

San DiegoAthens

SAN - ATH

SANATH

San Diego

Mon 11/10

10:30 pm-10:35 am

2 stops26h 05m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Sun 11/23

12:50 pm-3:27 pm

2 stops36h 37m

$531

San DiegoBucharest

SAN - OTP

SANOTP

San Diego

Thu 1/8

4:00 pm-12:25 am

2 stops22h 25m

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Wed 1/14

6:30 am-10:33 pm

2 stops26h 03m

$533

San DiegoBucharest

SAN - OTP

SANOTP

San Diego

Thu 1/8

5:35 pm-6:35 pm

1 stop15h 00m

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Wed 1/14

6:05 am-3:45 pm

1 stop19h 40m

$533

San DiegoAthens

SAN - ATH

SANATH

San Diego

Mon 11/10

5:55 pm-10:05 am

3 stops30h 10m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Sun 11/23

6:15 am-10:29 pm

2 stops26h 14m

$534

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

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

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Southeast Europe (average of $551). Flying from San Diego to Southeast Europe in June is currently the most expensive (average of $811). 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 SAN to YMH?

Find hourly flight availability from San Diego 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 October 14, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from San Diego to Southeast Europe in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 6% on the flight price compared to flying in the morning, which is usually more expensive.

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

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

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

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 October 14, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from San Diego to Southeast Europe, such as KLM, United Airlines, and Air Canada. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
KLM
7.7
Good
1,402 reviews

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.4

Comfort

7.6

Overall

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Abisola,Oct 2025

LOS - CDG

The food option was finished and what wa left was vegan pasta so I had to go without food for an 8 hour flight without any sort of empathy from crew that was mean.
KLM
7.7
Good
1,402 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,402 reviews

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.4

Comfort

7.6

Overall

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Abisola,Oct 2025

LOS - CDG

The food option was finished and what wa left was vegan pasta so I had to go without food for an 8 hour flight without any sort of empathy from crew that was mean.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,975 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,402 reviews

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.4

Comfort

7.6

Overall

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Abisola,Oct 2025

LOS - CDG

The food option was finished and what wa left was vegan pasta so I had to go without food for an 8 hour flight without any sort of empathy from crew that was mean.
Air Canada
7.1
Good
10,291 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,402 reviews

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.4

Comfort

7.6

Overall

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Abisola,Oct 2025

LOS - CDG

The food option was finished and what wa left was vegan pasta so I had to go without food for an 8 hour flight without any sort of empathy from crew that was mean.
Lufthansa
6.8
Okay
7,484 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,402 reviews

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.4

Comfort

7.6

Overall

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Abisola,Oct 2025

LOS - CDG

The food option was finished and what wa left was vegan pasta so I had to go without food for an 8 hour flight without any sort of empathy from crew that was mean.
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,454 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,402 reviews

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.4

Comfort

7.6

Overall

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Abisola,Oct 2025

LOS - CDG

The food option was finished and what wa left was vegan pasta so I had to go without food for an 8 hour flight without any sort of empathy from crew that was mean.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San Diego to Southeast Europe. 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 from for flights from San Diego to Southeast Europe?

    San Diego (SAN) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from San Diego to Southeast Europe. It is only a 2.6 mi journey to San Diego (SAN) from San Diego’s city center.

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

    Airlines like Lufthansa, Virgin Atlantic, and British Airways fly from San Diego to Southeast Europe in about 13h 20m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 13h 05m. The distance between San Diego and Southeast Europe is about 6274 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    When deciding which route to take from San Diego to Southeast Europe consider San Diego - Athens Eleftherios V., San Diego - Dubrovnik or San Diego - Belgrade Nikola Tesla as they are the most popular.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Southeast Europe (average of $551). Flying from San Diego to Southeast Europe in June is currently the most expensive (average of $811). 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 San Diego to Southeast Europe

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from San Diego 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 October 14, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
IberiaCheapest$587Average$870FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
American AirlinesCheapest$608Average$1,045FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Scandinavian AirlinesCheapest$610Average$734FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
LufthansaCheapest$638Average$1,041FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
Air CanadaCheapest$639Average$1,274FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
British AirwaysCheapest$643Average$900FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
United AirlinesCheapest$657Average$1,049FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
KLMCheapest$696Average$1,084FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
DeltaCheapest$733Average$1,144FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Virgin AtlanticCheapest$807Average$1,022FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%

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