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Cheapest round-trip
$745
Typical prices: $819-$1,304
United Airlines
Wed 3/21Fri 3/30
SMF - ATH • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way
$342
Typical prices: $548-$949
SWISS
Sat 1/20
SMF - ATH • 2 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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When to book
3 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 3 weeks in advance save around 30% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
January
Cheapest • 56% price drop
October
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL)
Cheapest • Avg $1,230 (round-trip)
Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD)
Shortest trip • 17h 25m (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, Mar 21 - Tue, Mar 30
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6:10 am - 1:30 amSMF  Sacramento Intl-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
34h 20m2 stops San Francisco Munich Franz Josef Strauss
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1:10 pm - 9:42 pmATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-SMF Sacramento Intl
42h 32m2 stops Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
$745United Airlines
Mon, Mar 15 - Wed, Mar 31
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10:25 am - 1:30 amSMF  Sacramento Intl-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
30h 05m2 stops Los Angeles Munich Franz Josef Strauss
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6:55 am - 10:35 pmATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-SMF Sacramento Intl
25h 40m2 stops Zurich Chicago O'Hare Intl
$754Multiple Airlines
Mon, Mar 15 - Wed, Mar 31
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4:17 pm - 11:20 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
22h 03m2 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl London Heathrow
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1:00 pm - 11:52 pmATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-SMF Sacramento Intl
20h 52m2 stops Philadelphia Chicago O'Hare Intl
$761American Airlines
Mon, Mar 15 - Wed, Mar 31
United Airlines Logo
6:45 am - 4:30 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
24h 45m2 stops Los Angeles Frankfurt am Main
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1:10 pm - 9:02 pmATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-SMF Sacramento Intl
41h 52m3 stops Toronto Pearson Intl San Francisco Los Angeles
$761United Airlines
Mon, Mar 15 - Wed, Mar 31
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11:10 am - 1:20 amSMF  Sacramento Intl-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
29h 10m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Amsterdam Schiphol
Delta Logo
9:45 am - 10:55 pmATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-SMF Sacramento Intl
23h 10m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$766Delta
Mon, Mar 15 - Wed, Mar 31
Delta Logo
11:10 am - 1:20 amSMF  Sacramento Intl-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
29h 10m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Amsterdam Schiphol
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9:45 am - 10:55 pmATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-SMF Sacramento Intl
23h 10m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$766Delta
Mon, Mar 22 - Tue, Mar 30
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3:45 pm - 1:30 amSMF  Sacramento Intl-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
24h 45m2 stops Denver Intl Munich Franz Josef Strauss
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6:55 am - 9:02 pmATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-SMF Sacramento Intl
24h 07m2 stops Zurich Los Angeles
$767United Airlines
Wed, Dec 9 - Tue, Jan 12
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6:50 pm - 1:30 amSMF  Sacramento Intl-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
20h 40m2 stops San Francisco Munich Franz Josef Strauss
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12:55 pm - 11:44 pmATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-SMF Sacramento Intl
20h 49m2 stops Munich Franz Josef Strauss San Francisco
$830Lufthansa
Wed, Nov 11 - Wed, Jan 13
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10:17 am - 1:30 amSMF  Sacramento Intl-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
29h 13m2 stops Los Angeles Munich Franz Josef Strauss
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12:55 pm - 11:44 pmATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-SMF Sacramento Intl
20h 49m2 stops Munich Franz Josef Strauss San Francisco
$830Lufthansa
Thu, Oct 22 - Mon, Jan 11
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7:01 am - 11:00 amSMF  Sacramento Intl-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
17h 59m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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6:10 am - 5:55 pmATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-SMF Sacramento Intl
21h 45m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$1,079KLM
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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 with more confidence.

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

Round-trip flights from Sacramento to Athens typically range from $819 to $1,304. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $745, on United Airlines.

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 32% cheaper than the average day, while Thursday is the most expensive, with prices 18% higher.

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

•January is the cheapest month to fly from Sacramento to Athens at $504 round-trip.
•June ($1,659) and May ($1,305) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 229% 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 3 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 30% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Sacramento to Athens flights

Low season

January

Cheapest flight

$342
Beat the crowds with an average 88% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 54% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Sacramento to Athens

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 answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

  • 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 $819 to $1,304, with an average of $1,144 over the past 12 months. Anything below $819 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 4% above the $1,144 route average. Book 3 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 $2,512, which is 177% 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:

    • Record go
    • Centauro
    • 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) - 40% of one-stop connections
    • Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD) - 30% of one-stop connections
    • Toronto Pearson Intl (YYZ) - 13% of one-stop connections
    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 12% 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 43% 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 $1,352, a difference of $571.

    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 25m, 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.

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 are flexible, aim for a Tuesday departure and avoid flying on Thursday. On this route, Tuesday flights average $781, about $571 less than Thursday fares (42% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 3 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 30% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Sacramento to Athens trip for January. Fares historically average $504 round-trip in that month - typically $1,155 less than the most expensive month, which is June (based on the last 12 months).

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