Which airport is the most popular layover for flights between Sacramento and Athens?

Atlanta (ATL) was the most common stop: 89% of momondo users choosing 1-stop flights on this route connected there.

Which layover airport offers the lowest fares from Sacramento to Athens?

Flights via Atlanta (ATL) offer the lowest average round-trip price of $1,027.

What airlines fly to Athens?

United Airlines, Turkish Airlines and Lufthansa are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Athens from Sacramento according to our data. United Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 37% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Athens. Keep in mind that there are 13 different airlines that fly to Athens on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Sacramento Intl to Athens Eleftherios V.?

British Airways, Air Canada, and KLM are the most popular carriers operating from Sacramento Intl to Athens Eleftherios V.

Which layover airport has the shortest travel time from Sacramento to Athens?

Flights connecting via Toronto (YYZ) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 17h 15m.

Which layover airport has the shortest connection time from Sacramento to Athens?

Toronto (YYZ) has the shortest average layover time for this route: 2h 23m.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Sacramento Intl Airport to Athens Eleftherios V. Airport?

Prices for flights from Sacramento Intl Airport to Athens Eleftherios V. Airport are updated daily.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Sacramento Intl Airport to Athens Eleftherios V. Airport?

As of April 2026, there are 6 operators available to choose from for flights from Sacramento Intl Airport to Athens Eleftherios V. Airport.

How old do you have to be to fly from Sacramento Intl Airport to Athens Eleftherios V. Airport?

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Sacramento Intl Airport to Athens Eleftherios V. Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Athens Eleftherios V. Airport?

The required travel and health documents for your Athens Eleftherios V. Airport trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Athens Eleftherios V. Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

$441 Cheap Flights from Sacramento to Athens in 2026

Q: What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Sacramento and Athens?

Prices are currently low for flights on this route. Typical prices usually range from $1,267 to $940. The lowest price recently found on this route was $829.

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11:10 pm - 8:55 am

SMF

ATH

23h 45m

2 stops

3:55 am - 9:54 pm

ATH

SMF

27h 59m

2 stops

$829Multiple Airlines

Tue, Oct 13 - Tue, Oct 20

2:15 pm - 6:40 pm

SMF

ATH

42h 25m

2 stops

2:00 pm - 10:40 pm

ATH

SMF

42h 40m

2 stops

$887Scandinavian Airlines

Sat, Aug 29 - Wed, Sep 9

9:20 am - 10:35 am

SMF

ATH

15h 15m

1 stop

1:10 pm - 3:00 pm

ATH

SMF

35h 50m

2 stops

$899United Airlines

Tue, Oct 13 - Thu, Oct 22

11:07 pm - 10:10 am

SMF

ATH

25h 03m

2 stops

12:10 pm - 6:15 pm

ATH

SMF

40h 05m

2 stops

$902Air Canada

Sun, Aug 16 - Tue, Sep 1

11:07 pm - 10:10 am

SMF

ATH

25h 03m

2 stops

12:10 pm - 5:34 pm

ATH

SMF

39h 24m

2 stops

$903Air Canada

Sun, Aug 16 - Tue, Sep 1

11:55 pm - 10:35 am

SMF

ATH

24h 40m

1 stop

12:10 pm - 11:31 am

ATH

SMF

33h 21m

2 stops

$904United Airlines

Tue, Oct 13 - Wed, Oct 21

2:15 pm - 6:40 pm

SMF

ATH

42h 25m

2 stops

7:30 pm - 10:40 pm

ATH

SMF

37h 10m

2 stops

$907Scandinavian Airlines

Sat, Aug 29 - Wed, Sep 9

7:55 am - 11:10 am

SMF

ATH

17h 15m

1 stop

12:10 pm - 6:35 pm

ATH

SMF

40h 25m

2 stops

$908Air Canada

Tue, Oct 13 - Thu, Oct 22

11:55 pm - 10:10 am

SMF

ATH

24h 15m

2 stops

12:10 pm - 9:10 pm

ATH

SMF

19h 00m

1 stop

$916Air Canada

Tue, Oct 13 - Wed, Oct 21

2:12 pm - 10:35 am

SMF

ATH

34h 23m

1 stop

3:25 pm - 12:08 pm

ATH

SMF

54h 43m

2 stops

$917United Airlines

Sun, Aug 16 - Tue, Sep 1

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Scandinavian Airlines flights from Sacramento to Athens

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Scandinavian Airlines

Aug 29

SMF2:15 pmSacramento Intl

42h 25m

2 stops

ATH6:40 pmAthens Eleftherios V.

Sep 9

ATH2:00 pmAthens Eleftherios V.

42h 40m

2 stops

SMF10:40 pmSacramento Intl

$887

Scandinavian Airlines

Aug 29

SMF2:15 pmSacramento Intl

42h 25m

2 stops

ATH6:40 pmAthens Eleftherios V.

Sep 9

ATH7:30 pmAthens Eleftherios V.

37h 10m

2 stops

SMF10:40 pmSacramento Intl

$907

Scandinavian Airlines

Sep 7

SMF2:15 pmSacramento Intl

36h 55m

2 stops

ATH1:10 pmAthens Eleftherios V.

Sep 11

ATH7:30 pmAthens Eleftherios V.

36h 20m

2 stops

SMF9:50 pmSacramento Intl

$925

Air Canada flights from Sacramento to Athens

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Air Canada

Aug 16

SMF11:07 pmSacramento Intl

25h 03m

2 stops

ATH10:10 amAthens Eleftherios V.

Sep 1

ATH12:10 pmAthens Eleftherios V.

40h 05m

2 stops

SMF6:15 pmSacramento Intl

$902

Air Canada

Aug 16

SMF11:07 pmSacramento Intl

25h 03m

2 stops

ATH10:10 amAthens Eleftherios V.

Sep 1

ATH12:10 pmAthens Eleftherios V.

39h 24m

2 stops

SMF5:34 pmSacramento Intl

$903

Air Canada

Oct 13

SMF7:55 amSacramento Intl

17h 15m

1 stop

ATH11:10 amAthens Eleftherios V.

Oct 22

ATH12:10 pmAthens Eleftherios V.

40h 25m

2 stops

SMF6:35 pmSacramento Intl

$908

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Sacramento Intl

Tue 10/13

11:10 pm-8:55 am

2 stops23h 45m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Tue 10/20

3:55 am-9:54 pm

2 stops27h 59m

$829

SacramentoAthens

SMF - ATH

SMFATH

Sacramento Intl

Sat 8/29

2:15 pm-6:40 pm

2 stops42h 25m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Wed 9/9

2:00 pm-10:40 pm

2 stops42h 40m

$887

SacramentoAthens

SMF - ATH

SMFATH

Sacramento Intl

Tue 10/13

9:20 am-10:35 am

1 stop15h 15m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Thu 10/22

1:10 pm-3:00 pm

2 stops35h 50m

$899

SacramentoAthens

SMF - ATH

SMFATH

Sacramento Intl

Sun 8/16

11:07 pm-10:10 am

2 stops25h 03m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Tue 9/1

12:10 pm-6:15 pm

2 stops40h 05m

$902

SacramentoAthens

SMF - ATH

SMFATH

Sacramento Intl

Sun 8/16

11:07 pm-10:10 am

2 stops25h 03m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Tue 9/1

12:10 pm-5:34 pm

2 stops39h 24m

$903

SacramentoAthens

SMF - ATH

SMFATH

Sacramento Intl

Tue 10/13

11:55 pm-10:35 am

1 stop24h 40m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Wed 10/21

12:10 pm-11:31 am

2 stops33h 21m

$904

SacramentoAthens

SMF - ATH

SMFATH

Sacramento Intl

Sat 8/29

2:15 pm-6:40 pm

2 stops42h 25m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Wed 9/9

7:30 pm-10:40 pm

2 stops37h 10m

$907

SacramentoAthens

SMF - ATH

SMFATH

Sacramento Intl

Tue 10/13

7:55 am-11:10 am

1 stop17h 15m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Thu 10/22

12:10 pm-6:35 pm

2 stops40h 25m

$908

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SacramentoAthens

SMF - ATH

SMFATH

Sacramento Intl

Tue 10/13

11:55 pm-10:10 am

2 stops24h 15m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Wed 10/21

12:10 pm-9:10 pm

1 stop19h 00m

$916

SacramentoAthens

SMF - ATH

SMFATH

Sacramento Intl

Sun 8/16

2:12 pm-10:35 am

1 stop34h 23m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Tue 9/1

3:25 pm-12:08 pm

2 stops54h 43m

$917

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Sacramento and Athens?

What is the cheapest month to fly to Athens?

The cheapest month to fly to Athens from Sacramento is in January. Flight prices, which tend to average around $504, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you are unable to visit Athens during the month of January, then departing from Sacramento during the month February is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around $576.

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Athens from Sacramento when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Athens for around $908 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Athens from Sacramento for as low as $907 on momondo.

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Fastest flight time	18h 30m
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The fastest flight from Sacramento to Athens takes 18h 30m

There are no direct flights from Sacramento to Athens. There are no popular flight routes from Sacramento to Athens.

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Frequently asked questions about flying from Sacramento to Athens

How far is Sacramento Intl to Athens Eleftherios V. by plane?
Athens Eleftherios V. is 6699.0 mi away from Sacramento Intl. Typically, this will take 18h 30m by plane in normal conditions.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Sacramento Intl Airport to Athens Eleftherios V. Airport?
Prices for flights from Sacramento Intl Airport to Athens Eleftherios V. Airport are updated daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Sacramento Intl Airport to Athens Eleftherios V. Airport?
As of April 2026, there are 6 operators available to choose from for flights from Sacramento Intl Airport to Athens Eleftherios V. Airport.
How old do you have to be to fly from Sacramento Intl Airport to Athens Eleftherios V. Airport?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Sacramento Intl Airport to Athens Eleftherios V. Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Athens Eleftherios V. Airport?
The required travel and health documents for your Athens Eleftherios V. Airport trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Athens Eleftherios V. Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.
What is the most popular airline from Sacramento to Athens?
momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked airline on the route from Sacramento to Athens is United Airlines, representing 51% of all bookings. The subsequent popular airlines are Delta at 12%, Lufthansa at 12%, and British Airways at 10%.

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British Airways	PriceFrom $484	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.7 7,893 reviews	Search British Airways flights
Lufthansa	PriceFrom $492	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.8 7,930 reviews	Search Lufthansa flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $504	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 11,618 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $613	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,604 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
Delta	PriceFrom $647	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 8,422 reviews	Search Delta flights
Air Canada	PriceFrom $807	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 10,939 reviews	Search Air Canada flights

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