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Cheapest round-trip
$722
Typical prices: $989-$1,340
SWISS
Thu 3/15Sat 3/31
SMF - ATH • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way
$342
Typical prices: $545-$949
British Airways
Sat 3/3
SMF - ATH • 2 stops
When to book
18 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 18 weeks in advance save around 25% compared to booking last minute.
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January
Cheapest • 58% price drop
September
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

Mon, Mar 15 - Wed, Mar 31
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2:01 pm - 12:40 amSMF  Sacramento Intl-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
25h 39m2 stops Los Angeles Zurich
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6:55 am - 10:35 pmATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-SMF Sacramento Intl
25h 40m2 stops Zurich Chicago O'Hare Intl
$722SWISS
Tue, Mar 9 - Wed, Mar 24
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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 - 10:41 pmATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-SMF Sacramento Intl
24h 36m2 stops Zurich Chicago O'Hare Intl
$722SWISS
Mon, Mar 15 - Wed, Mar 31
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2:01 pm - 12:40 amSMF  Sacramento Intl-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
25h 39m2 stops Los Angeles Zurich
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6:55 am - 10:35 pmATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-SMF Sacramento Intl
25h 40m2 stops Zurich Chicago O'Hare Intl
$722SWISS
Mon, Mar 15 - Wed, Mar 31
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8:28 pm - 1:30 amSMF  Sacramento Intl-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
20h 02m2 stops San Francisco Munich Franz Josef Strauss
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12:40 pm - 10:35 pmATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-SMF Sacramento Intl
19h 55m2 stops Munich Franz Josef Strauss Chicago O'Hare Intl
$767Lufthansa
Tue, Mar 9 - Wed, Mar 24
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11:00 pm - 10:05 amSMF  Sacramento Intl-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
25h 05m1 stop Newark
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6:45 am - 6:25 pmATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-SMF Sacramento Intl
20h 40m2 stops Frankfurt am Main Los Angeles
$770United Airlines
Mon, Mar 15 - Wed, Mar 31
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11:00 pm - 10:05 amSMF  Sacramento Intl-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
26h 05m1 stop Newark
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6:40 am - 11:28 pmATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-SMF Sacramento Intl
26h 48m2 stops Frankfurt am Main San Francisco
$770United 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
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9:45 am - 10:05 pmATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-SMF Sacramento Intl
22h 20m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$811Delta
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
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9:45 am - 10:05 pmATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-SMF Sacramento Intl
22h 20m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$863Delta
Sat, Mar 20 - Sat, Mar 27
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11:00 pm - 10:05 amSMF  Sacramento Intl-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
26h 05m1 stop Newark
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7:15 pm - 5:45 pmATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-SMF Sacramento Intl
31h 30m2 stops Munich Franz Josef Strauss Denver Intl
$1,308Lufthansa
Wed, Dec 23 - Tue, Jan 5
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1:39 pm - 4:30 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
40h 51m2 stops San Francisco Frankfurt am Main
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5:20 pm - 6:44 pmATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-SMF Sacramento Intl
35h 24m2 stops Frankfurt am Main Chicago O'Hare Intl
$4,465Lufthansa
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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 $989 to $1,340. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $722, on SWISS.

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, Friday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Sacramento to Athens. It’s 13% cheaper than the average day, while Thursday is the most expensive, with prices 12% 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 ($1,335) 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 18 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 25% 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

December

Cheapest flight

$342
Beat the crowds with an average 60% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 70% 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?

    There are currently no nonstop flights available from Sacramento to Athens. Flights with 1 layover take between 17h 25m and 22h 30m in total, depending on the connection.

  • 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 $989 to $1,340, with an average of $1,200 over the past 12 months. Anything below $989 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 3% above the $1,200 route average. Book 18 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 lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $522, which is 43% below 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 averaging $28 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) - 42% of one-stop connections
    • Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD) - 31% of one-stop connections
    • Toronto Pearson Intl (YYZ) - 14% of one-stop connections
    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 9% 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 23% on flights from Sacramento to Athens. Friday is the cheapest departure day at $1,051 round-trip on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at $1,352, a difference of $301.

    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 Friday departure and avoid flying on Thursday. On this route, Friday flights average $1,051, about $301 less than Thursday fares (22% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 18 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 25% 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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