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$288 Find Cheap Flights from San Francisco to Athens

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Cheapest round-trip
$590
Typical prices: $595-$869
Turkish Airlines
Tue 3/31Wed 4/22
SFO - ATH • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$288
Typical prices: $358-$634
British Airways
Wed 8/19
SFO - ATH • 1 stop
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Turkish Airlines
Cheapest • from $593 (round-trip)
United Airlines
Best reviews • 7.4 score
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Cheapest • Avg $806 (round-trip)
Washington, D.C. (IAD)
Shortest trip • 15h 29m (one-way)
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3 weeks
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February
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Cheap Flights from San Francisco to Athens (SFO-ATH)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from San Francisco 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 San Francisco to Athens

Tue, Mar 31 - Wed, Apr 22
Turkish Airlines Logo
12:55 pm - 2:50 pm
SFO
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ATH
15h 55m
1 stop
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3:40 pm - 10:50 am
ATH
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SFO
29h 10m
1 stop
$590Turkish Airlines
Mon, Aug 17 - Mon, Aug 31
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4:45 pm - 10:45 am
SFO
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ATH
32h 00m
2 stops
Scandinavian Airlines Logo
10:10 am - 2:40 pm
ATH
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SFO
38h 30m
2 stops
$593Scandinavian Airlines
Sun, Aug 30 - Wed, Sep 9
Scandinavian Airlines Logo
6:05 am - 6:40 pm
SFO
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ATH
26h 35m
2 stops
Scandinavian Airlines Logo
7:30 pm - 2:40 pm
ATH
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SFO
29h 10m
1 stop
$595Scandinavian Airlines
Tue, Apr 7 - Tue, Apr 21
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4:45 pm - 6:40 pm
SFO
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ATH
15h 55m
1 stop
Scandinavian Airlines Logo
7:30 pm - 7:56 pm
ATH
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SFO
34h 26m
2 stops
$596Scandinavian Airlines
Wed, Apr 29 - Tue, May 12
Turkish Airlines Logo
6:45 pm - 8:30 pm
SFO
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ATH
15h 45m
1 stop
Turkish Airlines Logo
10:25 am - 4:40 pm
ATH
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SFO
16h 15m
1 stop
$597Turkish Airlines
Sun, Apr 12 - Tue, Apr 21
Scandinavian Airlines Logo
4:45 pm - 10:45 am
SFO
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ATH
32h 00m
2 stops
Scandinavian Airlines Logo
7:30 pm - 7:56 pm
ATH
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SFO
34h 26m
2 stops
$598Scandinavian Airlines
Wed, Apr 22 - Wed, May 6
Turkish Airlines Logo
6:45 pm - 2:50 pm
SFO
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ATH
34h 05m
1 stop
Turkish Airlines Logo
3:40 pm - 10:50 am
ATH
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SFO
29h 10m
1 stop
$599Turkish Airlines
Wed, Apr 22 - Wed, May 6
Turkish Airlines Logo
6:45 pm - 8:55 am
SFO
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ATH
28h 10m
1 stop
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3:40 pm - 10:50 am
ATH
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SFO
29h 10m
1 stop
$600Turkish Airlines
Mon, Apr 27 - Mon, May 11
Scandinavian Airlines Logo
4:45 pm - 6:40 pm
SFO
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ATH
15h 55m
1 stop
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11:35 am - 2:40 pm
ATH
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SFO
37h 05m
2 stops
$601Scandinavian Airlines
Tue, Apr 21 - Mon, May 4
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4:45 pm - 6:40 pm
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ATH
15h 55m
1 stop
Scandinavian Airlines Logo
7:30 pm - 7:56 pm
ATH
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SFO
34h 26m
2 stops
$602Scandinavian Airlines
Booking Insights

KAYAK's insights & trends for San Francisco to Athens flights

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

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

This analysis is based on the cheapest round-trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from San Francisco to Athens departing in March.

What is the cheapest month to fly from San Francisco to Athens?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from San Francisco 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 San Francisco to Athens is February, where tickets cost $593 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are June and December, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $1,291 and $1,147 respectively.

How far in advance should I book a flight from San Francisco 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 San Francisco 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 San Francisco to Athens, you should book around 3 weeks before departure, which saves you about 21% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 22 weeks before departure.

KAYAK's tips to save more on a San Francisco to Athens flight

When planning a trip from San Francisco to Athens, there are several strategies to consider for saving money. Generally, the cheapest day of the week to fly is Wednesday and the cheapest month is February.

Cheapest Airline: Choose Iberia for the most affordable fares.

Booking Advance: Book your flight at least 47 days in advance to get the best deal.

Direct or Layover: Opt for flights with layovers as they are generally cheaper than direct flights.

Specific Route: There is only one airport in each city for this route, so no specific route is cheaper.

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Low seasonJanuary
Cheapest flight$288
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 25% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 51% increase in price.
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When to book flights from San Francisco to Athens

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from San Francisco 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 San Francisco to Athens

  • Are nonstop flights from San Francisco Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos Airport available?

    Depending on the airline you choose, you can either have one or two layovers before landing at Eleftherios Venizelos airport.

  • Does San Francisco Airport have parking lots?

    San Francisco has several parking lots and garages where travelers flying out of the airport can leave their vehicles for a couple of days or weeks. The long-term parking garage charges around $25 per day. Other options include domestic and international parking garages, which charge around $36 per day.

  • Which transportation means can I use from downtown San Francisco to San Francisco Airport?

    One convenient transportation means, which will also help you avoid traffic, is the Bay Area Rapid Transit (BART). The train takes around 30min to reach the airport’s international terminal from downtown Francisco. The train charges approximately $10 for a one-way ticket.

  • Does Eleftherios Venizelos Airport have a hotel?

    Eleftherios Venizelos Airport has one hotel, the grand Sofitel Athens Airport hotel, which provides cozy accommodation to tired travelers landing at the airport. It takes approximately 2min to walk from the airport’s main terminal to the hotel, which offers great amenities like a spa, pool, gym, and restaurants.

  • Is San Francisco Airport family-friendly?

    San Francisco Airport has several facilities and services to cater to the needs of families. Families get baggage assistance as they travel through the airport. Car seat rentals are also available at the airport travel agency. There are kid’s spots where kids can play and nurseries in T1, T3, and T2.

  • What are some good hotels near San Francisco International Airport (SFO)?

    If you are jetting off to Athens early in the morning, get a room close to the airline hub to be on time. The Grand Hyatt is close by and is connected to SFO by the AirTrain. Other nearby hotels with hotel shuttles include The Westin San Francisco Airport and Hyatt Regency SFO Airport.

  • Where can I rent a car at the airport in Athens?

    If you are 21 and armed with the necessary documents, procuring a rental car at ATH won’t be a problem. Big rental agencies like Avis, SIXT, Europcar, and Enterprise have counters within the Main Terminal’s Arrivals Hall close to the baggage claim area. You will then proceed to pick up your automobile at the parking lot.

  • What are the inter-terminal transfer options at San Francisco International Airport?

    The airport in San Francisco boasts four terminals (International, 1, 2, and 3) plus seven concourses (A - G) with 115 gates. Passengers who wish to roam between the terminals should utilize the AirTrain. The AirTrain Station in Terminals 1 and 2 are on Level 3, while the International Terminal has a station close to Gates A and G.

  • What transport options are from Athens International Airport Eleftherios Venizelos (ATH) to downtown?

    Getting to downtown Athens from ATH is hassle-free thanks to buses, the metro, and taxis that serve the airport. Taxis are on the Arrivals Level, close to Gate 2’s exit. The metro station is across the airport, and an airbridge connects them. The bus stop is close to Gates 4 and 5 on the arrivals level.

  • Does San Francisco International Airport offer any support services for those with limited mobility?

    Accessing services at SFO will not be a hassle for limited mobility passengers transiting through the airline hub as it has incorporated accessible designs on its premises. Companion care washrooms are found in Terminal 1 on Level 2 and close to Gate B13. TTY telephones for hard-of-hearing commuters are found in the Departures of all terminals. Be sure to outline your particular needs to your airline when making reservations.

  • Are there any eco-friendly airlines flying this route?

    Roughly 10,886 lbs. of carbon is emitted on flights from San Francisco to Athens, with double-stop flights being eco-friendlier than single layover trips. If you want to be more environmentally responsible on your journey, book flights with Delta or Austrian Airlines. They release 29% and 28% less carbon, respectively.

  • What is the cheapest flight from San Francisco to Athens?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from San Francisco to Athens was $288 for a one-way ticket and $593 for a round-trip.

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

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

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from San Francisco to Athens?

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

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from San Francisco to Athens?

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

  • What is the most popular layover when flying to Athens from San Francisco?

    Istanbul is the most popular layover city among KAYAK users traveling from San Francisco to Athens.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from San Francisco to Athens, Delta or SWISS?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from San Francisco to Athens are Delta and SWISS. With an average price for the route of $1,029 and an overall rating of 7.9, Delta is the most popular choice. SWISS is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $853 and an overall rating of 7.5.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from San Francisco 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 San Francisco to Athens.

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

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Athens from San Francisco 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 San Francisco 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 San Francisco with another airline. Booking your flights between San Francisco 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 San Francisco 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 San Francisco up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from San Francisco to Athens

  • Travelers looking to fly to Athens Eleftherios Venizelos Airport (ATH) from San Francisco Airport (SFO) can book flights with Lufthansa, United Airlines, Delta Air Lines, KLM, Turkish Airlines, American Airlines, Brussels Airlines, and British Airways.
  • San Francisco Airport has multiple lounges that provide a tranquil and relaxing atmosphere for travelers waiting for flights. One great lounge, the Centurion Lounge in T3, is accessible upon purchasing a day pass for around $50. The lounge offers refreshments, workstations, showers, and a family room.
  • Travelers arriving at Eleftherios Venizelos Airport can get to Athens city onboard metro line 3, which takes approximately 50min to reach Central Railway Station, also known as Larissa. The metro charges around €10 ($12) for the one-way trip.
  • When you find yourself with extra time to kill as you wait for your flight at San Francisco Airport, be sure to check out some of its outstanding art exhibits like the massive mosaic tile mural in boarding area B or the architectural bronze tubing in T1.
  • Eleftherios Venizelos Airport ensures those with special needs and disabilities have an easy time with facilities like adapted walkways, braille signage, accessible restrooms, text telephones, tactile flooring, and electric cars to help transport disabled travelers from one terminal to another.
  • In case you would like to temporarily store your luggage as you wait for your flight at San Francisco Airport, you can leave your baggage at the airport travel agency located on the departures level of the airport’s international terminal. Storage costs range anywhere between $15 and $35 for 24h.
  • SFO serves as the base for Alaska Airlines and United Airlines. Consider flying from San Francisco to Athens with United Airlines as they offer daily single-layover flights on this route.
  • If you want recommendations on dining options, hotels, and sightseeing tours once you arrive at ATH, consider using a travel agency. Aktina Travel Group has a counter at the Arrival’s Landside.
  • If you are bringing your pet to Athens, you will be happy to know that SFO is animal-friendly. Pet-relief areas are in Terminal 1, close to Gates B6, and in Terminal 2, D Gates.

Reviews of the top 5 airlines serving from San Francisco to Athens

 
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United AirlinesOverall score based on 9409 reviews
6.6Food
7.7Boarding
7.1Entertainment
7.3Comfort
8.1Crew
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Seats are uncomfortable. This has been a trend in the industry for decades. Trying to fit more seats on each plane to increase profits at the expense of the passenger.

6.0 GoodAnonymous, Mar 2026
SFO - DEN
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Seats are uncomfortable. This has been a trend in the industry for decades. Trying to fit more seats on each plane to increase profits at the expense of the passenger.

Staff were good. My seat was in need of repair, but for a short flight was not problematic. Usual basic snack and drink setup that you'll find on any US carrier. Over, a decent, basic flight.

Flight delayed for more than 16 hrs and no effort was spent to provide an alternate

We had turbulence ever 1/2 hr or so and the captains announcements were SOOOO LOUD

it was a very short flight so my expectations were low.

Entertainment kept turning itself off. Gave up on watching a movie.

Very disappointing given gate agent behavior. Filed a formal complaint with United.

Terrible. No customer service, no food, no drinks on a 6 hour premier economy booking.

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

the cabin was kept too hot. couldn't sleep as a result

It was an amazing experience. Flight crew's service, hospitality, and the food were phenomenal. I don't think I'd want to try any other airline company after this. I would definitely recommend to friends and family. Thank you Turkish Airlines !

Business Class pods are horrible. If you're petite, you might be able to sleep on the uncomfortable seat and bed. Crew and food are fantastic.

I have travelled many times on Turkish, but they always board at least 30-40 minutes past the stated time. If informed properly, passengers can choose to spend more time in the .lounge instead of standing around by the gate waiting to board. The new lounge at DFW was a big disappointment. The aircraft itself was a shock. In the past I have flown this sector with regular business class seating configuration of 1-2-1, The 2-3-2 seating is very disappointing after paying such high prices for tickets. The DFW to Istanbul segment was slightly better, but the Istanbul to Delhi segment was no better than premium economy. I will try to travel more on airlines which give business class passengers more value for their money.

Good overall. Seat spacing a bit tight between IST and ISB.

Excellent staff despite some trying passenger situations. Very impressed with their good attitudes and kindness.

Our flight was delayed for one hour is their a credit?

Crew were unfriendly, touch screen for movies didn't work very well, seats were tight and uncomfortable

After arriving in Istanbul, the transit information on the electronic board showed a tight departure time, and the gate changed in the middle, making it difficult to make it on time.

Typically good service onboard but baggage delay in airport was significant

5 of my 7 pieces of luggage are missing and they cant call to find out where it is. I have to fill out a form and wait for them to mail it to me in several days (if they find it). That does not work for my travel itinerary. I need my full ticket cost refunded please.

Fantastic. The only thing - out of my six luggage one was lost in Copenhagen, however it was delivered Home 3 Days later so all great..

The crew was friendly, the flight was pleasant. Thank you for your service!

Our trip plan from Kayak stated we were flying SAS. That was not true. The first leg was a Delta flight. We wasted 25 minutes before finding out to check in with the correct airline. Then our SAS flight for the second leg arrived 25 minutes late, and our third leg flight with SAS closed the gate knowing the flight delay was SAS’s fault, and that this flight would only be backed up 5 minutes. The final kicker was that between Delta and SAS, they lost all our checked luggage.

Flight was completely full January 9th? I problem i had the stewardess was bumping into me constantly walking by? very annoying.. on Austrian air I dint have this issue at all...

Amazing! Everyone was so nice and the food was so good!!

Terrible customer service. The flight attendants were rude. We experienced significant turbulence for a large portion of the flight and there was very little check in from the flight deck. The space was extremely limited to the point where it felt like torture. Never again

I was surprised how good an American airline can be - I was really impressed.

Excellent service throughout. Airport process is quick and easy. Very courteous staff. Great service in the plane! Just outstanding punctuality and service overall!!

I have paid for extra legroom on my flight. My seat was broken and did not recline. The crew could not fix it and refused to provide me with another seat

Service and food were excellent. Incredibly friendly and competent staff. Flight was delayed over and hour and I had to run between terminals to get my connecting 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

They had us seating down for one hour just waiting on the plane

Flying with BA is always a good experience—even in economy class. It is better if in business and first class. Timely, breeze through security and timely connections

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?

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