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Cheapest round-trip
$671
Typical prices: $781-$1,283
SWISS
Sat 2/24Fri 3/2
SMF - ATH • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way
$434
Typical prices: $566-$948
Multiple Airlines
Wed 10/10
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
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL)
Cheapest • Avg $1,212 (round-trip)
Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD)
Shortest trip • 17h 27m (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

Wed, Feb 24 - Tue, Mar 2
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10:45 am - 4:50 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
20h 05m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Zurich
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7:05 am - 9:42 pmATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-SMF Sacramento Intl
24h 37m2 stops Zurich Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
$671SWISS
Tue, Nov 3 - Tue, Nov 10
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9:55 am - 4:50 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
20h 55m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Zurich
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7:05 am - 9:52 pmATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-SMF Sacramento Intl
24h 47m2 stops Zurich Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
$672SWISS
Sun, Mar 7 - Tue, Mar 16
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12:30 pm - 10:05 amSMF  Sacramento Intl-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
35h 35m1 stop Newark
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12:00 pm - 9:47 amATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-SMF Sacramento Intl
54h 47m2 stops Toronto Pearson Intl Los Angeles
$688United Airlines
Mon, Nov 9 - Fri, Dec 25
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11:51 am - 9:35 amSMF  Sacramento Intl-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
35h 44m2 stops Los Angeles New York John F Kennedy Intl
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11:45 am - 9:28 amATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-SMF Sacramento Intl
31h 43m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Los Angeles
$689Delta
Sat, Nov 14 - Fri, Dec 25
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2:17 pm - 9:35 amSMF  Sacramento Intl-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
33h 18m2 stops Los Angeles New York John F Kennedy Intl
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11:45 am - 9:28 amATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-SMF Sacramento Intl
31h 43m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Los Angeles
$689Delta
Wed, Nov 11 - Thu, Dec 24
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5:00 am - 11:00 amSMF  Sacramento Intl-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
20h 00m2 stops Denver Intl Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
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1:00 pm - 5:34 pmATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-SMF Sacramento Intl
38h 34m2 stops Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Denver Intl
$697United Airlines
Sun, Mar 7 - Tue, Mar 16
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5:00 pm - 1:25 amSMF  Sacramento Intl-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
22h 25m2 stops Los Angeles London Heathrow
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7:40 am - 10:50 pmATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-SMF Sacramento Intl
24h 10m2 stops London Heathrow Los Angeles
$705British Airways
Mon, Mar 1 - Mon, Mar 15
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11:59 pm - 1:25 amSMF  Sacramento Intl-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
39h 26m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth London Heathrow
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5:00 pm - 10:50 pmATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-SMF Sacramento Intl
38h 50m2 stops London Heathrow Los Angeles
$705British Airways
Tue, Nov 10 - Thu, Dec 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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1:00 pm - 3:21 pmATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-SMF Sacramento Intl
36h 21m2 stops Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Vancouver Intl
$713Lufthansa
Tue, Nov 17 - Thu, Dec 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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1:00 pm - 3:21 pmATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-SMF Sacramento Intl
36h 21m2 stops Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Vancouver Intl
$713Lufthansa
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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 $671. Prices are below average 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 $671 on SWISS.

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

$434
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.

  • 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 0h 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 2 weeks of departure - run 10% above the route average of $1,094. Book 2 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • 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 $671 to $5,682. That means the highest observed fare was about 8x 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 in line with typical prices for this route. Average one-way fares are about $882.

  • 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

    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.

  • 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.

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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