Which airports can I use when flying from Sacramento to Athens?

Flights from Sacramento to Athens usually depart from Sacramento Intl (SMF) and arrive at Athens Eleftherios V. (ATH).

What cabin classes can I book on flights from Sacramento to Athens?

Four cabin classes are available on flights from Sacramento to Athens: • Economy Class • Premium Economy Class • Business Class • First Class Prices vary by airline.

Which airports do connecting flights from Sacramento to Athens pass through?

One-stop flights from Sacramento to Athens most commonly connect through: • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 46% of one-stop connections • Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD) - 19% of one-stop connections • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 15% of one-stop connections • Toronto Pearson Intl (YYZ) - 15% of one-stop connections

Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Sacramento to Athens?

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 42% on flights from Sacramento to Athens. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $781 round-trip on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at $1,332, a difference of $551. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

What popular places can I visit in Athens?

Some of the most popular sights in Athens are Acropolis, Syntagma Square and Parthenon. These are among the most viewed places in Athens on KAYAK.

How expensive are last-minute Sacramento to Athens flights?

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 10% above the $1,094 route average. Book 2 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

How long is a flight from Sacramento to Athens?

A nonstop flight from Sacramento to Athens takes 00m, covering 6,703 miles.

Do I need a passport to fly from Sacramento to Athens?

Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

How are flight prices from Sacramento to Athens looking right now?

One-way fares from Sacramento to Athens are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $2,473, which is 179% above the typical average for this route.

How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Sacramento to Athens?

Flying via Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 17h 27m, compared with 17h 41m via Toronto Pearson Intl (YYZ) and 18h 21m via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD).

What is the time difference between Sacramento and Athens?

Athens is 10 hours ahead of Sacramento (Eastern European Time vs Pacific Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

What car rental options are available at Athens Eleftherios V. Airport (ATH)?

Athens Eleftherios V. Airport (ATH) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $2 for economy cars. Top options include: • Centauro • Record go • Europcar • SURPRICE CAR RENTAL • Alamo

How much should I expect to pay for a Sacramento to Athens flight?

Round-trip flights from Sacramento to Athens range from $781 to $1,283, with an average of $1,094 over the past 12 months. Anything below $781 counts as a good deal.

How much is a round-trip flight from Sacramento to Athens?

Round-trip flights from Sacramento to Athens typically range from $781 to $1,283. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $676, on Air Canada.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Sacramento to Athens?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Sacramento to Athens. It’s 29% cheaper than the average day, while Thursday is the most expensive, with prices 21% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Sacramento to Athens?

•January is the cheapest month to fly from Sacramento to Athens at $649 round-trip. •June ($1,608) and May ($1,277) are the most expensive months. •The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 147% on average. This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Sacramento to Athens the cheapest?

Flights from Sacramento to Athens are cheapest in the last 2 weeks before departure, based on KAYAK prices tracked over the past 12 months. During this period, fares are -11% below average.

Which airline is the cheapest to fly from Sacramento to Athens?

Air Canada ($676) and United Airlines ($684) are the cheapest airlines to fly round-trip from Sacramento to Athens according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

What’s the most popular layover airport when flying from Sacramento to Athens?

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) is the most popular layover for the Sacramento to Athens route. 46% of KAYAK users who booked 1-stop round-trips over the past 3 months connected via ATL.

What is the cheapest layover airport when flying from Sacramento to Athens?

Flights via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) offer the most affordable fares, with an average round-trip price of $1,212. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

When flying from Sacramento to Athens which airport offers the shortest layover?

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD) had the shortest average connection time for Sacramento to Athens layovers at 9h 22m over the past 3 months.

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Recent round-trip flight deals from Sacramento to Athens

Tue, Oct 13 - Thu, Dec 10

6:00 pm - 10:10 amSMF Sacramento Intl-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.

30h 10m2 stops Vancouver Intl Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl

1:00 pm - 3:21 pmATH Athens Eleftherios V.-SMF Sacramento Intl

36h 21m2 stops Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Vancouver Intl

$676Air Canada

Tue, Nov 10 - Thu, Dec 24

4:05 pm - 11:00 amSMF Sacramento Intl-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.

32h 55m2 stops Vancouver Intl Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl

1:00 pm - 3:21 pmATH Athens Eleftherios V.-SMF Sacramento Intl

36h 21m2 stops Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Vancouver Intl

$676Air Canada

Mon, Oct 12 - Thu, Dec 10

10:55 pm - 10:10 amSMF Sacramento Intl-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.

25h 15m2 stops Newark Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl

1:00 pm - 9:55 pmATH Athens Eleftherios V.-SMF Sacramento Intl

42h 55m2 stops Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Newark

$684United Airlines

Sat, Oct 17 - Thu, Dec 10

10:55 pm - 10:10 amSMF Sacramento Intl-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.

25h 15m2 stops Newark Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl

1:00 pm - 9:55 pmATH Athens Eleftherios V.-SMF Sacramento Intl

42h 55m2 stops Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Newark

$684United Airlines

Sun, Nov 8 - Fri, Dec 25

8:45 pm - 9:35 amSMF Sacramento Intl-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.

26h 50m2 stops Los Angeles New York John F Kennedy Intl

11:45 am - 9:05 amATH Athens Eleftherios V.-SMF Sacramento Intl

31h 20m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Salt Lake City

$689Delta

Tue, Oct 13 - Tue, Dec 8

6:52 pm - 7:50 amSMF Sacramento Intl-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.

26h 58m2 stops Los Angeles New York John F Kennedy Intl

11:45 am - 11:44 pmATH Athens Eleftherios V.-SMF Sacramento Intl

21h 59m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Salt Lake City

$689Delta

Tue, Nov 17 - Thu, Dec 24

4:05 pm - 11:00 amSMF Sacramento Intl-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.

32h 55m2 stops Vancouver Intl Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl

1:00 pm - 3:21 pmATH Athens Eleftherios V.-SMF Sacramento Intl

36h 21m2 stops Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Vancouver Intl

$706Lufthansa

Tue, Nov 10 - Thu, Dec 24

4:05 pm - 11:00 amSMF Sacramento Intl-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.

32h 55m2 stops Vancouver Intl Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl

1:00 pm - 3:21 pmATH Athens Eleftherios V.-SMF Sacramento Intl

36h 21m2 stops Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Vancouver Intl

$706Lufthansa

Thu, Oct 15 - Wed, Dec 9

7:01 am - 11:00 amSMF Sacramento Intl-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.

17h 59m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

6:10 am - 7:55 pmATH Athens Eleftherios V.-SMF Sacramento Intl

23h 45m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Los Angeles

$901KLM

Tue, Oct 20 - Tue, Dec 15

7:01 am - 11:00 amSMF Sacramento Intl-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.

17h 59m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

6:10 am - 11:51 pmATH Athens Eleftherios V.-SMF Sacramento Intl

27h 41m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Seattle/Tacoma Intl

$979KLM

Recent last minute flight deals from Sacramento to Athens

Sun, Oct 4 - Fri, Oct 16

7:00 am - 10:35 amSMF Sacramento Intl-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.

17h 35m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

11:45 am - 8:45 pmATH Athens Eleftherios V.-SMF Sacramento Intl

19h 00m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

$717United Airlines

Sun, Oct 4 - Fri, Oct 16

6:46 pm - 10:00 amSMF Sacramento Intl-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.

29h 14m2 stops Denver Intl Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

11:45 am - 10:46 pmATH Athens Eleftherios V.-SMF Sacramento Intl

21h 01m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl

$722United Airlines

Sun, Oct 4 - Fri, Oct 16

7:00 am - 10:35 amSMF Sacramento Intl-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.

17h 35m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

11:45 am - 9:29 amATH Athens Eleftherios V.-SMF Sacramento Intl

31h 44m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl San Francisco

$722United Airlines

Sun, Oct 4 - Wed, Nov 18

11:41 am - 11:10 amSMF Sacramento Intl-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.

37h 29m2 stops San Francisco Toronto Pearson Intl

1:00 pm - 2:53 pmATH Athens Eleftherios V.-SMF Sacramento Intl

35h 53m2 stops Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Los Angeles

$1,056Air Canada

Sun, Oct 4 - Tue, Nov 17

9:00 am - 11:10 amSMF Sacramento Intl-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.

40h 10m2 stops Denver Intl Toronto Pearson Intl

1:00 pm - 3:12 pmATH Athens Eleftherios V.-SMF Sacramento Intl

36h 12m2 stops Toronto Pearson Intl Denver Intl

$1,061Air Canada

Sun, Oct 4 - Mon, Nov 16

10:53 pm - 9:20 amSMF Sacramento Intl-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.

24h 27m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

1:45 pm - 7:03 pmATH Athens Eleftherios V.-SMF Sacramento Intl

39h 18m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Seattle/Tacoma Intl

$1,072Delta

Sun, Oct 4 - Wed, Nov 18

10:53 pm - 11:00 amSMF Sacramento Intl-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.

26h 07m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

6:10 am - 4:44 pmATH Athens Eleftherios V.-SMF Sacramento Intl

20h 34m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Seattle/Tacoma Intl

$1,073Delta

Sun, Oct 4 - Wed, Dec 2

10:12 am - 7:00 pmSMF Sacramento Intl-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.

22h 48m2 stops Los Angeles Munich Franz Josef Strauss

12:55 pm - 8:35 pmATH Athens Eleftherios V.-SMF Sacramento Intl

41h 40m2 stops Munich Franz Josef Strauss Los Angeles

$1,096Lufthansa

Sun, Oct 4 - Sun, Nov 15

11:41 am - 11:05 pmSMF Sacramento Intl-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.

25h 24m2 stops San Francisco Munich Franz Josef Strauss

12:50 pm - 11:44 pmATH Athens Eleftherios V.-SMF Sacramento Intl

20h 54m2 stops Munich Franz Josef Strauss San Francisco

$1,135Lufthansa

Thu, Oct 1 - Sun, Oct 4

7:00 am - 10:00 amSMF Sacramento Intl-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.

17h 00m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

6:00 am - 6:07 pmATH Athens Eleftherios V.-SMF Sacramento Intl

22h 07m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Los Angeles

$1,843KLM

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Price, demand and travel trends for Sacramento to Athens flights

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How much is a round-trip flight from Sacramento to Athens? This analysis is based on the cheapest round-trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from Sacramento to Athens departing in october.
What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Sacramento to Athens?: Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Sacramento to Athens. It’s 29% cheaper than the average day, while Thursday is the most expensive, with prices 21% higher.
What’s the cheapest month to fly from Sacramento to Athens? KAYAK internal proprietary data takes all prices for each month over the last 12 months for round-trip flights from Sacramento to Athens, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers and then takes the median of all values for each month.: •January is the cheapest month to fly from Sacramento to Athens at $649 round-trip.
•June ($1,608) and May ($1,277) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 147% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.
When are flights from Sacramento to Athens the cheapest?: Flights from Sacramento to Athens are cheapest in the last 2 weeks before departure, based on KAYAK prices tracked over the past 12 months. During this period, fares are -11% below average.

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What cabin classes can I book on flights from Sacramento to Athens?
Four cabin classes are available on flights from Sacramento to Athens:

• Economy Class
• Premium Economy Class
• Business Class
• First Class

Prices vary by airline.
How long is a flight from Sacramento to Athens?
A nonstop flight from Sacramento to Athens takes 00m, covering 6,703 miles.
Do I need a passport to fly from Sacramento to Athens?
Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.
How much should I expect to pay for a Sacramento to Athens flight?
Round-trip flights from Sacramento to Athens range from $781 to $1,283, with an average of $1,094 over the past 12 months. Anything below $781 counts as a good deal.
How expensive are last-minute Sacramento to Athens flights?
Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 10% above the $1,094 route average. Book 2 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.
How are flight prices from Sacramento to Athens looking right now?
One-way fares from Sacramento to Athens are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $2,473, which is 179% above the typical average for this route.
What car rental options are available at Athens Eleftherios V. Airport (ATH)?
Athens Eleftherios V. Airport (ATH) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $2 for economy cars. Top options include:

• Centauro
• Record go
• Europcar
• SURPRICE CAR RENTAL
• Alamo
Which airports can I use when flying from Sacramento to Athens?
Flights from Sacramento to Athens usually depart from Sacramento Intl (SMF) and arrive at Athens Eleftherios V. (ATH).
Which airports do connecting flights from Sacramento to Athens pass through?
One-stop flights from Sacramento to Athens most commonly connect through:

• Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 46% of one-stop connections
• Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD) - 19% of one-stop connections
• Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 15% of one-stop connections
• Toronto Pearson Intl (YYZ) - 15% of one-stop connections
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Sacramento to Athens?
Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 42% on flights from Sacramento to Athens. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $781 round-trip on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at $1,332, a difference of $551.

KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.
How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Sacramento to Athens?
Flying via Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 17h 27m, compared with 17h 41m via Toronto Pearson Intl (YYZ) and 18h 21m via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD).
What is the time difference between Sacramento and Athens?
Athens is 10 hours ahead of Sacramento (Eastern European Time vs Pacific Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.
What popular places can I visit in Athens?
Some of the most popular sights in Athens are Acropolis, Syntagma Square and Parthenon. These are among the most viewed places in Athens on KAYAK.

If your dates are flexible, aim for a Tuesday departure and avoid flying on Thursday. On this route, Tuesday flights average $781, about $551 less than Thursday fares (41% savings) based on the last 12 months.
If you can choose when to travel, plan your Sacramento to Athens trip for January. Fares historically average $649 round-trip in that month - typically $959 less than the most expensive month, which is June (based on the last 12 months).

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