$424 Cheap Flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Athens (ATH)

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Popular airlines from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Athens Intl. Airport (ATH)

Cheap Flights from San Francisco to Athens (SFO-ATH)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $424 for one-way flights and $489 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Virgin Atlantic
Tue, Nov 11 - Tue, Nov 18
SFO
San Francisco
ATH
Athens
$489 Roundtrip, just found
$489
Roundtrip
just found
Select Virgin Atlantic flight, departing Tue, Nov 11 from San Francisco to Athens, returning Tue, Nov 18, priced at $489 just found
Delta
Mon, Oct 13 - Thu, Nov 6
SFO
San Francisco
ATH
Athens
$493 Roundtrip, found 13 hours ago
$493
Roundtrip
found 13 hours ago
Select Delta flight, departing Mon, Oct 13 from San Francisco to Athens, returning Thu, Nov 6, priced at $493 found 13 hours ago
Scandinavian Airlines
Fri, Nov 14 - Thu, Nov 20
SFO
San Francisco
ATH
Athens
$511 Roundtrip, just found
$511
Roundtrip
just found
Select Scandinavian Airlines flight, departing Fri, Nov 14 from San Francisco to Athens, returning Thu, Nov 20, priced at $511 just found
ITA Airways
Mon, Mar 2 - Thu, Mar 19
SFO
San Francisco
ATH
Athens
$513 Roundtrip, found 13 hours ago
$513
Roundtrip
found 13 hours ago
Select ITA Airways flight, departing Mon, Mar 2 from San Francisco to Athens, returning Thu, Mar 19, priced at $513 found 13 hours ago
KLM
Mon, Nov 10 - Thu, Nov 20
SFO
San Francisco
ATH
Athens
$541 Roundtrip, found 16 hours ago
$541
Roundtrip
found 16 hours ago
Select KLM flight, departing Mon, Nov 10 from San Francisco to Athens, returning Thu, Nov 20, priced at $541 found 16 hours ago
Air Canada
Mon, May 4 - Wed, May 13
SFO
San Francisco
ATH
Athens
$541 Roundtrip, found 2 hours ago
$541
Roundtrip
found 2 hours ago
Select Air Canada flight, departing Mon, May 4 from San Francisco to Athens, returning Wed, May 13, priced at $541 found 2 hours ago
United
Wed, May 13 - Wed, May 20
SFO
San Francisco
ATH
Athens
$541 Roundtrip, found 14 hours ago
$541
Roundtrip
found 14 hours ago
Select United flight, departing Wed, May 13 from San Francisco to Athens, returning Wed, May 20, priced at $541 found 14 hours ago
Air France
Tue, Oct 21 - Tue, Mar 31
SFO
San Francisco
ATH
Athens
$546 Roundtrip, found 18 hours ago
$546
Roundtrip
found 18 hours ago
Select Air France flight, departing Tue, Oct 21 from San Francisco to Athens, returning Tue, Mar 31, priced at $546 found 18 hours ago
Lufthansa
Sun, Oct 12 - Thu, Oct 30
SFO
San Francisco
ATH
Athens
$566 Roundtrip, found 5 hours ago
$566
Roundtrip
found 5 hours ago
Select Lufthansa flight, departing Sun, Oct 12 from San Francisco to Athens, returning Thu, Oct 30, priced at $566 found 5 hours ago
Swiss International Air Lines
Tue, Oct 7 - Thu, Oct 16
SFO
San Francisco
ATH
Athens
$571 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$571
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Swiss International Air Lines flight, departing Tue, Oct 7 from San Francisco to Athens, returning Thu, Oct 16, priced at $571 found 1 hour ago

Find the cheapest month to fly from San Francisco (SFO) to Athens (ATH)

November is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $479 - $1,352 per traveler.

Graph displaying average flight prices per month

Alternative airports near Athens

Prices were available within the past 7 days. Prices and availability are subject to change.

Select flight to Eleftherios Venizelos ATH. Cheapest and Closest option available. Average driving time to city center is 28 minutes. Flights from $590
ATH
Eleftherios Venizelos
CheapestClosest
Average driving time to city center28 min
Flights from $590
Flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Athens (ATH)
Origin airport
San Francisco Intl.
Destination airport
Eleftherios Venizelos
Airlines serving
Aer Lingus, Air Canada, Air France, Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Austrian Airlines, British Airways, Brussels Airlines, Delta, Emirates, ITA Airways, Iberia, KLM, Lufthansa, Scandinavian Airlines, Swiss International Air Lines, TAP Portugal, Turkish Airlines, United, Virgin Atlantic
Roundtrip price
$488
Distance
6793 mi

San Francisco to Athens Flights

The cheapest times to fly from San Francisco to Athens

On average, Thursday can be the cheapest time to fly, according to data from the Airlines Reporting Corporation (ARC), one of the world's biggest databases for global airline sales. The data reveals that you could save up to 16% by flying on a Thursday—the cheapest day to travel on average—instead of a Sunday—the most expensive. Some of the most affordable flights from San Francisco to Athens are during the month of November. You can find some of the cheapest flights from San Francisco to Athens with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

 

The best time to book a flight from San Francisco to Athens

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from San Francisco to Athens: Tickets reserved on a Sunday cost between 6% and 13% less than those reserved on a Friday, according to ARC data. The data also suggests booking early can also lead to cheaper airfares. You could save 24% by buying your tickets for domestic flights at least a month in advance and 10% by booking international flights 2 months in advance.

 

How to find cheap round-trip tickets from San Francisco to Athens

Being flexible with your dates and using Expedia's Price Drop Protection and Price Tracking features are some of the best ways of finding a cheap ticket from San Francisco to Athens in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $424 one-way. Expedia also offers Price Drop Protection, so if the cost of your airfare goes down after booking, you'll receive a credit for the difference*. This is available for a small fee, and is free to One Key Gold and Platinum tier members.

 

Expedia's Price Tracking feature means you can stay on top of airfares without manually checking every day. It sends you automated price alerts for cheap San Francisco to Athens flights and uses historical data to indicate when the best time to book is. Download Expedia's free app to activate this handy tool in a few easy taps.

 

You could also save big by booking one of Expedia's vacation packages. Bundling together your San Francisco to Athens airfare with your accommodations and car rental is often cheaper than booking everything separately. There’s also One Key, Expedia's generous rewards program. Join for free and you could earn One Key cash on most bookings to save on future adventures.

 

*Terms apply.

 

Disclaimer: ARC The statistics are based on average round-trip ticket prices between January and August 2023. The percentages you see are averages.

 

Frequently asked questions

How much does a flight from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Eleftherios Venizelos Airport (ATH) cost?
Secure a cheap one-way flight from $424 or cheap return flight from $489 from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Eleftherios Venizelos Airport (ATH) with Expedia. Enter your travel dates and sort by "Price (lowest to highest)" to see our cheapest flight offers on this route.
What is the cheapest month to fly from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Eleftherios Venizelos Airport (ATH)?
Planning your trip for November may help you find better deals, as it's the cheapest month for flights between SFO and ATH. You'll typically find the lowest fares during off-peak months.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Eleftherios Venizelos Airport (ATH)?
To find the cheapest airline flying from SFO to ATH, use Expedia's filter tool. Customize your search based on what's important to you, such as preferred carriers and cabin class. You can then sort your results by "Price (lowest to highest)" to discover the cheapest flight right away.
How many flights per day from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Eleftherios Venizelos Airport (ATH)?
There aren't any daily nonstop flights departing from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Eleftherios Venizelos Airport (ATH). But you can book flights with layovers. Filter your search on Expedia to include one or two stops, and you'll be on your way in no time.
What day of the week has the most flights from SFO to ATH?
Generally you'll have the most choice when it comes to flights on a Friday. Tuesdays are often the quietest.* But this can vary depending on the airline, time of year and other factors.*Busiest/quietest day to travel is based on Expedia flight demand through January to December 2024.
What is the best time to fly from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Eleftherios Venizelos Airport (ATH)?
To land at Eleftherios Venizelos Airport (ATH) without delays, pick a flight that leaves from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) before 3 PM. The likelihood of cancellations is 22% higher, on average, for departures after this hour.**Most reliable time of the day and month to travel recommendation is based on January through August 2024 flight status data sourced from OAG's global flight data platform.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Eleftherios Venizelos Airport (ATH) last-minute?
Booking your flight from SFO to ATH just before your trip is usually more expensive. But if there's some wiggle room with your schedule, you could bag a cheap last-minute fare.
Is it cheaper to book a SFO to ATH flight and hotel package?
Compared with arranging hotels and flights separately, booking a SFO to ATH flight and hotel package with Expedia could lead to significant savings. Better still, having everything in one place will take the stress out of travel planning. Just pick your flights and choose from our wide range of stays, then personalize your trip with extras like tours and car rentals.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Eleftherios Venizelos Airport (ATH)?
In most instances, you're able to reschedule or cancel your SFO to ATH flight. However, additional charges may apply, especially if you made your booking over 24 hours ago. Check your itinerary for the airline's policies and fees on flight changes, or if you'd like further information, visit our Customer Service portal.

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