SMF - ATH

$384 Find Cheap Flights from Sacramento to Athens

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Cheapest round-trip
$440
Overall average: $620
British Airways
Wed 2/11Wed 2/18
SMF - ATH • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way
$384
Multiple Airlines
Tue 4/7
SMF - ATH • 3 stops
Top airlines
British Airways
Cheapest • from $440 (round-trip)
Delta
Best reviews • 7.9 score
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When to book
2 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 2 weeks in advance save around 19% compared to booking last minute.
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January
Cheapest • 49% price drop
September
Most popular
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Cheap Flights from Sacramento to Athens (SMF-ATH)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Sacramento to Athens that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Sacramento to Athens

Wed, Feb 11 - Wed, Feb 18
British Airways Logo
6:05 am - 1:05 am
SMF
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ATH
33h 00m
2 stops
British Airways Logo
3:00 pm - 10:41 pm
ATH
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SMF
41h 41m
2 stops
$440British Airways
Tue, Mar 3 - Tue, Mar 10
Multiple Airlines Logo
1:49 pm - 1:40 am
SMF
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ATH
25h 51m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
1:10 pm - 11:52 am
ATH
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SMF
31h 42m
2 stops
$457Multiple Airlines
Mon, Feb 16 - Mon, Feb 23
Lufthansa Logo
4:41 pm - 1:40 am
SMF
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ATH
22h 59m
2 stops
Lufthansa Logo
6:35 am - 10:37 pm
ATH
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SMF
26h 02m
2 stops
$476Lufthansa
Tue, Mar 3 - Tue, Mar 10
KLM Logo
11:45 am - 1:15 am
SMF
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ATH
27h 30m
2 stops
KLM Logo
12:20 pm - 10:30 pm
ATH
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SMF
19h 10m
1 stop
$500KLM
Thu, Feb 26 - Mon, Mar 2
United Airlines Logo
1:49 pm - 1:40 am
SMF
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ATH
25h 51m
2 stops
United Airlines Logo
1:10 pm - 10:13 am
ATH
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SMF
31h 03m
2 stops
$502United Airlines
Wed, Feb 11 - Sun, Feb 15
American Airlines Logo
4:35 pm - 1:05 am
SMF
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ATH
22h 30m
2 stops
American Airlines Logo
8:00 am - 11:59 pm
ATH
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SMF
25h 59m
2 stops
$505American Airlines
Sun, Feb 1 - Mon, Feb 16
United Airlines Logo
7:00 am - 4:35 pm
SMF
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ATH
23h 35m
2 stops
United Airlines Logo
2:15 pm - 10:15 pm
ATH
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SMF
42h 00m
2 stops
$534United Airlines
Thu, Mar 12 - Thu, Mar 19
Lufthansa Logo
4:41 pm - 1:40 am
SMF
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ATH
23h 59m
2 stops
Lufthansa Logo
6:35 am - 8:26 pm
ATH
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SMF
22h 51m
2 stops
$576Lufthansa
Thu, Mar 12 - Thu, Mar 19
United Airlines Logo
4:41 pm - 1:40 am
SMF
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ATH
23h 59m
2 stops
United Airlines Logo
7:05 am - 10:30 pm
ATH
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SMF
24h 25m
2 stops
$590United Airlines
Wed, Mar 11 - Fri, Mar 20
Lufthansa Logo
1:55 pm - 1:40 am
SMF
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ATH
26h 45m
2 stops
Lufthansa Logo
12:50 pm - 7:41 pm
ATH
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SMF
39h 51m
2 stops
$596Lufthansa
Booking Insights

KAYAK's insights & trends for Sacramento to Athens flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Sacramento to Athens to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Sacramento to Athens?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year 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.

The cheapest month for flights from Sacramento to Athens is January, where tickets cost $504 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are July and June, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $1,408 and $1,392 respectively.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Sacramento to Athens?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Sacramento to Athens, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from Sacramento to Athens, you should book around 2 weeks before departure, which saves you about 19% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 8 weeks before departure.

Good to know

Low seasonDecember
Cheapest flight$384
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 28% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 31% 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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FAQs for booking flights from Sacramento to Athens

  • What is the cheapest flight from Sacramento to Athens?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Sacramento to Athens was $380 for a one-way ticket and $440 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between Sacramento and Athens?

    Yes, you’ll need a passport to travel to Athens from Sacramento.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Sacramento to Athens?

    We unfortunately don’t have that data for this specific route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Sacramento to Athens?

    oneworld, SkyTeam, and Star Alliance are the airline alliances operating flights between Sacramento and Athens, with oneworld being the most commonly used for this route.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Sacramento to Athens, Delta or KLM?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Sacramento to Athens are Delta and KLM. With an average price for the route of $1,168 and an overall rating of 7.9, Delta is the most popular choice. KLM is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $1,458 and an overall rating of 7.7.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Sacramento to Athens?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Sacramento to Athens.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Sacramento to Athens?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Athens from Sacramento is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Sacramento to Athens?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Athens with an airline and back to Sacramento with another airline. Booking your flights between Sacramento and ATH can sometimes prove cheaper using this method.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Sacramento to Athens?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Athens from Sacramento up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

Reviews of the top 5 airlines serving from Sacramento to Athens

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Sacramento to Athens. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
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7.9
DeltaOverall score based on 8087 reviews
7.8Entertainment
7.2Food
8.1Boarding
8.5Crew
7.9Comfort
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Delta’s staff is unmatched. From the gate agents, to the pilots, to the flight attendants… all top of the industry.

10.0 ExcellentEric, Jan 2026
SFO - ATL
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Delta’s staff is unmatched. From the gate agents, to the pilots, to the flight attendants… all top of the industry.

The flight was delayed for about 2 hrs. Other than it, it was good.

I am extremely disappointed that delta internal pilot manuals now refer to the Gulf of Mexico as the “gulf of America”. You can bow down to the Orange turd on your own. I will never fly delta again

No lunch on a x-country flight scheduled for 10:50 am departure, arrived 5+ hrs later. That requires a black box label before you pay for the tickets. Worst, when I checked in online, it's specifically said that lunch was served on his flight for economy Plus passengers.

Our flight from SFO to MSP was right on time on 11/15/2025. No delays. As we approached MSP at about 8 pm, we circled in the air until 8:40 pm so I don't call that efficient for MSP. I think the captain should announce the delay and why. (as if we all don't know that we are just circling around the area, slowing down, speeding up, slowing down.) Thank you. Marilyn Fischer

Staff were friendly and happy. Delta could make sure passengers that don't have the app know of changes. Without Kayak I would not have known about the change of gate or the delay. Kayak was faster to notify me.

The flight used a B767 with a very old interior from before 2014. The entertainment system did not work at all during the flight despite attempts to reset the system. It was like they flew this route just to be competitive.

Delayed flight (1hour) plus a long layover after an overnight flight with no backup plane available.

Flight delayed for two and half hours and then canceled altogether due to mechanical issues. No mechanic onsite to fix so had to send one from LAX.

Only issue was with seating. The economy fare we purchased did say there was no guarantee the three people in our party would be seated together, and we were not. At the gate, the agent told us more specifically, the fare we purchased meant we would be seated in middle seats only. This should just be made more obvious.

The flight crew where really good. Better then the crew from BNE to SFO

Food should be changed in menu Many muslims travels in this airlime they need to add one Halal meal

left on time, reasonable boarding process arrived early luggage came out quickly

Some flight attendants were great others were cranky. Seats were very tight and sitting on an aisle was very hard as the carts and people walking constantly bumped shoulder and arm.

It was great with United overall except for two things. 1) It was a 5-hour flight and we were with kids, so we were asking for extra snacks. They were extremely reticent to dole them out even though there wasn't any meal and the kids were starting to hit their limit towards the end. 2) Baggage didn't arrive until 80 minutes after we landed.

I’m so sorry, I can’t remember her name, I believe it was Dimpti. She was stellar, also a mature Asian flight attendant, lots of flowers in her hair, just as amazing! But literally the crew was AWESOME . Only downside is there weren’t any charging outlets. Maybe I needed to ask a flight attendant , but it would’ve been nice to have one easily accessible.

I boarded flight UA#1318 at Sacramento International Airport going back to Houston TX. The flight was scheduled at 5:10am. I was able to check in virtually using the United Airlines app. When I entered the airport, there was no one outside assisting with checked bags as it was for Delta Airlines. Immediately upon entering, there was a LONG, EXTREMELY LONG line to the kiosks to get boarding passes. I stand in line to get boarding passes then had to move to ANOTHER EXTREMELY LONG line to get my bags checked in. While standing in this line, we noticed an agent taking customers to 3 at a time to her station to check their bags in. Lucky for me, she called me back, checked my bags for me and I was on my way. I then encountered another long line at the TSA check and to avoid I ending up having to sign up for CLEAR to bypass it. So glad, I did.,...Both of my flights were great with no issues, butthe check in progress at Bush Airport was so much smoother. Check-in at SMF airport needs to be anaylzed and corrected. Do better United, I know you can....thanks

Pushed back only to get deplaned due to a tire damaged by ground crew. They did at least go pretty fast. The bathrooms should be banned under the Geneva convention. No room to even sit straight on the toilet. The under-seat entertainment units block what little leg room there is.

United airlines has the best customer experience from booking to arrival. I always fly United airlines. The mileage program is excellent

from SFO-> FRA flight, AVML meal was significantly less compared to regular meal, especially no Desert, no Bread, no sides.

The flight left late and I didn’t get a glass of bubbly upon boarding (which I’m used to when booking business class on other flights), but otherwise it was a pleasant flight with lovely, helpful crew members and I enjoyed my meal.

Couldn't fit knees, only 1 toilet working, didn't get anything to drink cause the stewards were not able to get to us

Flight was canceled for a reason they knew hours before but did not mention. Next the gate chnage from 37 to 38 at least 10 times. Ridiculous.

The flight from SFO to YVR was delayed and my bag did not make it to my next flight from YVR to SYD. It took almost 3 days after I landed to get my bag and when I got it, it was filled with dust

Great check in process in LA and good service The check in process as well as at the gate is way better in the US versus canada 🇨🇦

All attendents were very efficient, pleasant and happy. Everything went smoothly. The seats could have been wider. There could have been more free food instead of just one small bar.

I liked a lot , the flight attendant so nice ,the seat very comfortable I enjoyed the flight , I will do it again with Air Canada,

It was a smooth flight both in the sky and landing!

The crew was really nice. The plane seats were kinda small even for a 5’6” / 158 lbs person.

Fare was great, seat comfort the opposite as cushion was worn out. Ok for 2 hour flight, not for 4.5 hour flight..

Late flight Delays Poor service Poor staff Worst airline ever

Lufthansa still has a good level of quality compared to US airlines, especially with respect to (1) food quality - actually tasty, (2) good French red wine - free, (3) good movie selection. Also my ticket price includes 1 free check-in luggage, while some other budget airlines sneak in an extra $150 for a checkin.

The food could be better, more snacks. And have some plugs to chargue the phone.

Everything was really great just The aircraft was too old and sounded it will break during takeoff

Extremely pleased with the crew. Best flight attendants ever! Very friendly, genuinely caring and attentive.

Best flight attendants ever! Very customer and service oriented, courteous, professional and helpful.

Cheapest airlines I have ever been on. I got downgraded and never got on united. I got rerouted through Vancouver onto jetwesf

Very small and uncomfortable seats, Hard to hear entertainment system sound. Horrible food. Staff doesn't care much about the passengers. 2nd time they didn't give me my vegetarian meal. They asked me regular food with meat. The airline and staff was from United airlines.

Checkin took along timen only.few angents available at.checkin desk. Customer support over phone no existence

At baggage claim, I was given the wrong printed ticket. The ticket belonged to another passenger for a different flight — to Zurich instead of Frankfurt (layover). I was even allowed to pass security, and when I asked the Lufthansa employee if I was on the correct flight, and why it was changed. The employee said everything was correct and I should board. When I got on the plane, there was someone in my seat, and the crew on the plane finally realized that I was on the wrong plane. When I got off the plane, nobody was willing to help, and the security refused to provide my original printed ticket. That was until I showed them that I took a photo of the ticket; once they realized I had photographic evidence, they were suddenly ready to help me. The Lufthansa employee began communicating with other airlines and found a flight that would take me to my destination via Polish Airlines. I was required to once again go through security, re-check my bag, and once again pay for my checked bag and weight overage fees. This experience was incredibly stressful and very frustrating, as you can imagine. A Lufthansa employee told me I would be eligible for a refund. Please tell me what steps I need to take in order to make that happen. Thank you!

The issue was not with BA it was with the link yoiu sent fopr booking the flight

Loved the boarding option from Business class lounge, experience on flight was excellent, plenty of good food choices

Awful it always is unfortunately is the only way to fly direct to london

Check in was was and the agent was very friendly and helpful The lounge was nice...boarding was straight from the lounge Everything worked at our seats, and video entertainment was good ..food was mediocre

Airlines have to stop assuming passengers bring entertainment. Provide it like you used to in business class and above!! N

Need to offer Better food from LAX to London Service from London to Delhi very delayed after take off.

Great crew and food and beverage. Seating tight but not the airline's fault. Will definitely fly BA in future!

Crying baby the ENTIRE flight. Not your fault, but I paid 2700 for a premium economy ticket and it wasn't worth it. should have just stuck with coach. flight attendants very mediocre - minimal effort. Plane didn't seem very clean. Didn't have any cleansing wipes - most airlines give you this when you board. Flat screen scrolling didn't work. Toiletry case a joke - why bother at all?

Enjoyable flight, helpful crew everything was organized to accommodate passengers.

I was transferred to an American Airlines flight. The boarding was late and unorganized. The seating was extremely tight and uncomfortable. Will not use AA again.

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