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Cheapest round-trip
$823
Typical prices: $781-$1,283
United Airlines
Thu 12/6Mon 12/10
SMF - ATH • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way
$318
Typical prices: $566-$948
Multiple Airlines
Wed 10/3
SMF - ATH • 3 stops
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Sacramento and Athens. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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January
Cheapest • 41% price drop
October
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Istanbul (IST)
Cheapest • Avg $666 (round-trip)
Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD)
Shortest trip • 17h 23m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Sacramento to Athens (SMF-ATH)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Sacramento to Athens

Sun, Dec 6 - Thu, Dec 10
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10:25 am - 1:30 amSMF  Sacramento Intl-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
29h 05m2 stops Los Angeles Munich Franz Josef Strauss
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1:00 pm - 9:05 pmATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-SMF Sacramento Intl
42h 05m2 stops Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Newark
$823United Airlines
Sun, Dec 6 - Thu, Dec 10
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11:45 am - 9:20 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
23h 35m2 stops San Francisco Frankfurt am Main
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1:00 pm - 9:05 pmATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-SMF Sacramento Intl
42h 05m2 stops Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Newark
$835United Airlines
Tue, Nov 10 - Wed, Nov 18
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8:00 am - 4:50 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
22h 50m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Zurich
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7:05 am - 10:40 pmATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-SMF Sacramento Intl
25h 35m2 stops Zurich Chicago O'Hare Intl
$838SWISS
Wed, Nov 11 - Wed, Nov 18
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8:00 am - 12:40 amSMF  Sacramento Intl-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
30h 40m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Zurich
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7:05 am - 8:36 pmATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-SMF Sacramento Intl
23h 31m2 stops Zurich Los Angeles
$838SWISS
Thu, Dec 10 - Wed, Jan 20
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3:53 pm - 1:30 amSMF  Sacramento Intl-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
23h 37m2 stops San Francisco Munich Franz Josef Strauss
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6:45 am - 10:41 pmATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-SMF Sacramento Intl
25h 56m2 stops Frankfurt am Main Chicago O'Hare Intl
$882Lufthansa
Tue, Oct 13 - Fri, Oct 23
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10:12 am - 11:05 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
26h 53m2 stops Los Angeles Munich Franz Josef Strauss
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6:45 am - 9:42 pmATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-SMF Sacramento Intl
24h 57m2 stops Frankfurt am Main San Francisco
$932Lufthansa
Tue, Oct 13 - Fri, Oct 23
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7:30 am - 1:40 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
20h 10m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Paris Charles de Gaulle
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6:00 am - 8:26 pmATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-SMF Sacramento Intl
24h 26m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Minneapolis St Paul
$947Delta
Wed, Oct 14 - Fri, Oct 23
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11:20 am - 10:55 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
25h 35m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Paris Charles de Gaulle
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6:00 am - 7:11 pmATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-SMF Sacramento Intl
23h 11m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$947Delta
Tue, Sep 29 - Wed, Oct 7
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7:00 am - 11:00 amSMF  Sacramento Intl-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
18h 00m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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6:00 am - 4:57 pmATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-SMF Sacramento Intl
20h 57m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$990KLM
Tue, Sep 22 - Sat, Oct 3
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7:00 am - 11:00 amSMF  Sacramento Intl-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
18h 00m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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6:00 am - 6:02 pmATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-SMF Sacramento Intl
22h 02m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Los Angeles
$1,519KLM
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Price, demand and travel trends for Sacramento to Athens flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from Sacramento to Athens with more confidence.

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

Round-trip flights from Sacramento to Athens start at $823. Prices are typical for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $781 to $1,283. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $823 on United Airlines.

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

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

What is 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 prices 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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Key details for Sacramento to Athens flights

Low season

January

Cheapest flight

$318
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 41% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 16% increase in price.
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When to book flights from Sacramento to Athens

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Sacramento to Athens based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Sacramento to Athens flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.

  • 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?

    Three cabin classes are available on flights from Sacramento to Athens:

    • Economy Class
    • Premium Economy Class
    • Business Class

  • 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) - 43% of one-stop connections
    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 18% of one-stop connections
    • Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD) - 18% of one-stop connections
    • Toronto Pearson Intl (YYZ) - 14% of one-stop connections

    Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

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

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 42% on the Sacramento to Athens route. 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 Monastiraki. These are among the most viewed places in Athens on KAYAK.

  • How long is a flight from Sacramento to Athens?

    A nonstop flight from Sacramento to Athens takes 0h 00m, covering 6,703 miles.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Sacramento to Athens?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Sacramento to Athens:

    • Earliest: departs at 12:00 am and lands at 12:00 am
    • Latest: departs at 12:00 am and lands at 12:00 am.

    The flight takes about 0h 00m.

  • How expensive are last-minute Sacramento to Athens flights?

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

  • 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.

  • Have flight prices from Sacramento to Athens changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $823 to $3,509. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Sacramento to Athens are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $767, which is 14% below 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 23m, compared with 17h 34m 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.

Your guide to booking Sacramento to Athens flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Tuesday departure instead of Thursday. On this route, Tuesday flights average $781 - about $551 less than Thursday (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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Sacramento (SMF)
Athens (ATH)