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Flight deals from Los Angeles International to Athens International

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Los Angeles International to Athens International? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Athens.R 3,319 per passenger.Departing Tue, 23 Sep.One-way flight with Norse Atlantic Airways.Outbound direct flight with Norse Atlantic Airways departs from Los Angeles International on Tue, 23 Sep, arriving in Athens International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,319, select.
Athens.R 3,322 per passenger.Departing Sat, 16 Aug.One-way flight with Norse Atlantic Airways.Outbound direct flight with Norse Atlantic Airways departs from Los Angeles International on Sat, 16 Aug, arriving in Athens International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,322, select.
Athens.R 3,322 per passenger.Departing Wed, 30 Jul.One-way flight with Norse Atlantic Airways.Outbound direct flight with Norse Atlantic Airways departs from Los Angeles International on Wed, 30 Jul, arriving in Athens International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,322, select.
Athens.R 3,885 per passenger.Departing Wed, 22 Oct.One-way flight with Norse Atlantic Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Norse Atlantic Airways, departs from Los Angeles International on Wed, 22 Oct, arriving in Athens International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,885, select.
Athens.R 4,915 per passenger.Departing Mon, 24 Nov.One-way flight with Norse Atlantic Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Norse Atlantic Airways, departs from Los Angeles International on Mon, 24 Nov, arriving in Athens International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 4,915, select.
Athens.R 5,643 per passenger.Departing Fri, 5 Dec.One-way flight with Norse Atlantic Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Norse Atlantic Airways, departs from Los Angeles International on Fri, 5 Dec, arriving in Athens International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,643, select.
Athens.R 6,359 per passenger.Departing Wed, 18 Feb.One-way flight with WestJet.Outbound indirect flight with WestJet, departs from Los Angeles International on Wed, 18 Feb, arriving in Athens International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,359, select.
Athens.R 6,408 per passenger.Departing Sun, 18 Jan.One-way flight with Iberia For Level.Outbound indirect flight with Iberia For Level, departs from Los Angeles International on Sun, 18 Jan, arriving in Athens International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,408, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Los Angeles International to Athens International

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Los Angeles International to Athens International flights are currently cheapest in September.
Jul
from R 3,322
Aug
from R 3,322
Sep
from R 3,319
Oct
from R 3,885
Nov
from R 4,915
Dec
from R 5,643
Jan
from R 6,408
Feb
from R 6,359
Mar
from R 6,782
Apr
from R 7,618
May
from R 7,999
Jun
from R 9,758

Direct flights from Los Angeles International to Athens International

Los Angeles International to Athens International: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Los Angeles International to Athens below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Athens International.

Los Angeles to Athens: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 3,319
Cheapest month to flySeptember
Average flight time12 hrs, 40 mins
Most popular airlineNorse Atlantic Airways
Average flights per week9

Finding cheap flights from Los Angeles International to Athens International: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Los Angeles International to Athens International is R 6,673. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
12 hours and 40 minutes is the average flight time from Los Angeles International to Athens International.
Norse Atlantic Airways and APG Distribution System fly direct from Los Angeles International to Athens International.
As of July 2025, there are 9 flights per week flying from Los Angeles International to Athens International.
The cheapest month to fly from Los Angeles International to Athens International is usually August.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Los Angeles International Airport to Athens International Airport on Saturday, 9 August 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 12 hours and 40 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Athens International but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Athens is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Norse Atlantic Airways offers the cheapest flight tickets to Athens International.

Flying from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH): what you need to know

  • The timezone in Athens is UTC+2, which is nine hours ahead of Los Angeles.

  • Leave enough time to make your LAX to ATH flight. It's generally best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • During popular months such as July, it's best to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights when you fly during a peak period in general.

  • We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Los Angeles International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Popular stopovers between LAX and ATH include:

    • Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport

    • Charles de Gaulle Airport

    • Franz Josef Strauss Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)

  • The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Los Angeles International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport flight is R 3,319. A return fare right now is R 6,673. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.

  • It's usually smart to book as early as possible if you want to get cheap tickets from LAX to ATH. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.

  • The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Los Angeles International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport across every month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your trip dates are flexible.

  • Picking up cheap flights from LAX to ATH is a cinch with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know when a lower fare pops up.

  • Find the ideal flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Los Angeles International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by departure and arrival times, airline, and number of stops.

Handy information about Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)

  • LAX's address is One World Way.

  • Los Angeles International Airport scores high marks for its on-time performance. 81.05% of flights that depart LAX arrive at their destination as scheduled.

  • Los Angeles International Airport is around 32 kilometres from central Los Angeles. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.

  • You can expect a trip time of about 55 minutes on public transport.

  • Get your trip off to a leisurely start by staying near LAX. Whether you've booked an early flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are ideal:

Arriving at Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)

  • If you're coming in on a late Los Angeles International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport flight, few things top the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these hotels near ATH:

  • Explore without limits with an Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Centauro, Green Motion or Surprice and see more of Athens and beyond.

  • Booking your vehicle from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport around three weeks in advance boosts your odds of scoring a great price.

Getting from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) to central Athens

  • Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to central Athens has a drive time of about 35 minutes. It's approximately 40 kilometres away.

  • If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey of roughly 1 hour.

When to fly to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)

  • July is the most popular month for flights from Los Angeles International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport. To skip the crowds, visit Athens in January.

  • The warmest month in Athens is July, with temperatures ranging between 22ºC (72ºF) and 37ºC (99ºF). Lock in your flights from Los Angeles International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.

  • If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from LAX to ATH in January. Temperatures average between 4ºC (39ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF) then.

Explore more of Greece

  • You've seen Athens, now it's time to discover other parts of Greece. Journey around 306 kilometres north to Thessaloniki to check off its leading attractions. From Arch of Galerius to Aristotelous Square and Museum of Byzantine Culture, there's plenty to keep you busy.

  • If you want to check out another major stop in Greece, head for Larisa, about 209 kilometres north-west of Athens. Agioi Saranta, Saint George Orthodox Church and Second Ancient Theatre are among its highlights.

Plan the rest of your trip from Los Angeles to Athens

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