What airlines fly to Athens?

United Airlines, British Airways and Lufthansa are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Athens from San Diego according to our data. United Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 45% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Athens. Keep in mind that there are 9 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 San Diego to Athens Eleftherios V.?

Lufthansa, United Airlines, and Delta are the most popular carriers operating from San Diego to Athens Eleftherios V.

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

Prices for flights from San Diego Airport to Athens Eleftherios V. Airport refresh daily.

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

As of July 2025, there are 9 operators available to choose from for flights from San Diego Airport to Athens Eleftherios V. Airport.

How old do you have to be to fly from San Diego Airport to Athens Eleftherios V. Airport?

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from San Diego Airport to Athens Eleftherios V. Airport.

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

The necessary travel and health documents for your Athens Eleftherios V. Airport trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

$265 Cheap Flights from San Diego to Athens in 2025

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

Prices are currently low for flights on this route. Typical prices usually range from $1,042 to $1,480. The lowest price recently found on this route was $577.

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7:00 am - 1:20 pmSAN-ATH

20h 20m2 stops

7:30 pm - 10:54 pmATH-SAN

37h 24m2 stops

$577Scandinavian Airlines

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dom., nov. 9 - lun., nov. 17

6:15 am - 10:05 amSAN-ATH

41h 50m2 stops

12:10 pm - 4:07 pmATH-SAN

37h 57m2 stops

$580Air Canada

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dom., ago. 31 - vie., sep. 12

6:16 am - 11:10 amSAN-ATH

18h 54m1 stop

1:00 pm - 9:34 pmATH-SAN

18h 34m1 stop

$583British Airways

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mar., oct. 21 - mar., nov. 4

12:25 pm - 11:10 amSAN-ATH

36h 45m1 stop

12:10 pm - 4:07 pmATH-SAN

37h 57m2 stops

$587Air Canada

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dom., sep. 7 - vie., sep. 19

6:00 pm - 1:20 amSAN-ATH

21h 20m1 stop

7:55 pm - 4:10 pmATH-SAN

30h 15m1 stop

$601British Airways

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dom., nov. 23 - mar., dic. 2

8:10 am - 10:05 amSAN-ATH

15h 55m1 stop

6:35 am - 4:45 pmATH-SAN

19h 10m1 stop

$624United Airlines

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lun., oct. 13 - mar., oct. 28

10:40 pm - 8:20 amSAN-ATH

23h 40m2 stops

3:30 pm - 11:21 amATH-SAN

29h 51m1 stop

$628Delta

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lun., sep. 1 - vie., oct. 10

10:30 pm - 9:55 amSAN-ATH

25h 25m1 stop

6:35 am - 4:45 pmATH-SAN

19h 10m1 stop

$629United Airlines

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dom., oct. 12 - vie., oct. 31

5:15 pm - 11:00 pmSAN-ATH

19h 45m1 stop

6:35 am - 4:45 pmATH-SAN

19h 10m1 stop

$646Lufthansa

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mar., oct. 14 - vie., oct. 31

10:40 pm - 8:20 amSAN-ATH

23h 40m2 stops

3:25 am - 6:26 pmATH-SAN

25h 01m2 stops

$650Delta

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lun., sep. 1 - jue., oct. 9

Air Canada flights from San Diego to Athens

Our best Air Canada deals on San Diego to Athens flight tickets

Air Canada

Aug 31

SAN6:15 amSan Diego

41h 50m

2 stops

ATH10:05 amAthens Eleftherios V.

Sep 12

ATH12:10 pmAthens Eleftherios V.

37h 57m

2 stops

SAN4:07 pmSan Diego

$580

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Air Canada

Sep 7

SAN12:25 pmSan Diego

36h 45m

1 stop

ATH11:10 amAthens Eleftherios V.

Sep 19

ATH12:10 pmAthens Eleftherios V.

37h 57m

2 stops

SAN4:07 pmSan Diego

$587

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Air Canada

Sep 8

SAN7:00 amSan Diego

18h 10m

2 stops

ATH11:10 amAthens Eleftherios V.

Sep 17

ATH3:30 pmAthens Eleftherios V.

30h 01m

1 stop

SAN11:31 amSan Diego

$598

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United Airlines flights from San Diego to Athens

Our best United Airlines deals on San Diego to Athens flight tickets

United Airlines

Oct 13

SAN8:10 amSan Diego

15h 55m

1 stop

ATH10:05 amAthens Eleftherios V.

Oct 28

ATH6:35 amAthens Eleftherios V.

19h 10m

1 stop

SAN4:45 pmSan Diego

$624

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United Airlines

Oct 12

SAN10:30 pmSan Diego

25h 25m

1 stop

ATH9:55 amAthens Eleftherios V.

Oct 31

ATH6:35 amAthens Eleftherios V.

19h 10m

1 stop

SAN4:45 pmSan Diego

$629

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United Airlines

Oct 15

SAN8:10 amSan Diego

15h 55m

1 stop

ATH10:05 amAthens Eleftherios V.

Oct 31

ATH7:05 amAthens Eleftherios V.

25h 39m

2 stops

SAN11:44 pmSan Diego

$631

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from San Diego to Athens

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

What is the cheapest month to fly to Athens?

The cheapest month to fly to Athens from San Diego is in February. Flight prices, which tend to average around $648, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you are unable to visit Athens during the month of February, then departing from San Diego during the month November is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around $834.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Athens?

The cheapest day to depart on your flight to Athens is on a Tuesday when prices can be found for as low as $1,097. This is often the case because there is less demand to fly during this day of the week. If your travel schedule is flexible, try to avoid departing on a Thursday because tickets tend to average around $1,386. These prices are subject to change though, so be sure to set up a Price Alert for flights to Athens.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Athens?

The cheapest time of day to fly to Athens is in the afternoon when flights can be purchased for as low as $1,154. Flights to Athens are more costly in the morning, with an average ticket price of $1,333. Departure times in the morning fall within the peak daily travel times, which is why tickets can be more expensive.

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Athens from San Diego when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Athens for around $1,010 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Athens from San Diego for as low as $923 on momondo.

When to book flights from San Diego to Athens

Are you open to changing your travel dates? Check out the ideal times to fly from San Diego to Athens according to our flight data. Find out which month and days have the cheapest flights.

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Cheap San Diego to Athens (SAN to ATH) flight deals and tips

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Best Price Found	$265
Fastest flight time	15h 20m
Direct flights	None
Airports in Athens	1 airport

The best one-way flight to Athens from San Diego in the past 72 hours is $265. The best round-trip flight deal from San Diego to Athens found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $577.

The fastest flight from San Diego to Athens takes 15h 20m

There are no direct flights from San Diego to Athens. Popular non-direct route for this connection is San Diego Airport - Athens Eleftherios V. Airport.

There is 1 airport near Athens: Athens Eleftherios V. (ATH)

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How far is San Diego to Athens Eleftherios V. by plane?
San Diego and Athens Eleftherios V. are 6937.7 mi apart from one another. A reasonable flight in good conditions will take 15h 20m.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from San Diego Airport to Athens Eleftherios V. Airport?
Prices for flights from San Diego Airport to Athens Eleftherios V. Airport refresh daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from San Diego Airport to Athens Eleftherios V. Airport?
As of July 2025, there are 9 operators available to choose from for flights from San Diego Airport to Athens Eleftherios V. Airport.
How old do you have to be to fly from San Diego Airport to Athens Eleftherios V. Airport?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from San Diego Airport to Athens Eleftherios V. Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Athens Eleftherios V. Airport?
The necessary travel and health documents for your Athens Eleftherios V. Airport trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.
What is the most popular airline from San Diego to Athens?
Based on momondo bookings for flights between San Diego and Athens, the leading airline is United Airlines, making up 34% of the total bookings. Other popular airlines include British Airways with 19%, Air Canada with 14%, and Lufthansa with 14%.

Best airlines flying from San Diego to Athens

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American Airlines	PriceFrom $478	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 10,000 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
British Airways	PriceFrom $552	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.6 7,151 reviews	Search British Airways flights
Scandinavian Airlines	PriceFrom $615	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 1,424 reviews	Search Scandinavian Airlines flights
Air Canada	PriceFrom $640	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 9,743 reviews	Search Air Canada flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $658	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 8,864 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
Lufthansa	PriceFrom $693	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.8 7,216 reviews	Search Lufthansa flights
KLM	PriceFrom $723	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 1,374 reviews	Search KLM flights
Delta	PriceFrom $758	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.0 7,958 reviews	Search Delta flights
Virgin Atlantic	PriceFrom $774	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 655 reviews	Search Virgin Atlantic flights

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