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      Flight deals from San Francisco International to Athens International

      Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from San Francisco International Airport to Athens International Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from R 10,278. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
      Athens.R 4,892 per passenger.Departing Sat, 26 Sep.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from San Francisco International on Sat, 26 Sep, arriving in Athens International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 4,892, select.
      Athens.R 4,898 per passenger.Departing Sat, 10 Oct.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from San Francisco International on Sat, 10 Oct, arriving in Athens International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 4,898, select.
      Athens.R 5,041 per passenger.Departing Sat, 22 Aug.One-way flight with Air Canada.Outbound indirect flight with Air Canada, departs from San Francisco International on Sat, 22 Aug, arriving in Athens International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,041, select.
      Athens.R 5,224 per passenger.Departing Sun, 26 Jul.One-way flight with Condor.Outbound indirect flight with Condor, departs from San Francisco International on Sun, 26 Jul, arriving in Athens International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,224, select.
      Athens.R 6,002 per passenger.Departing Sun, 8 Nov.One-way flight with British Airways.Outbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from San Francisco International on Sun, 8 Nov, arriving in Athens International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,002, select.
      Athens.R 6,002 per passenger.Departing Sun, 14 Feb.One-way flight with British Airways.Outbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from San Francisco International on Sun, 14 Feb, arriving in Athens International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,002, select.
      Athens.R 6,002 per passenger.Departing Tue, 8 Dec.One-way flight with British Airways.Outbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from San Francisco International on Tue, 8 Dec, arriving in Athens International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,002, select.
      Athens.R 6,007 per passenger.Departing Sun, 10 Jan.One-way flight with British Airways.Outbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from San Francisco International on Sun, 10 Jan, arriving in Athens International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,007, select.
      Athens.R 6,008 per passenger.Departing Tue, 9 Mar.One-way flight with British Airways.Outbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from San Francisco International on Tue, 9 Mar, arriving in Athens International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,008, select.
      Athens.R 6,778 per passenger.Departing Sun, 2 May.One-way flight with Air Canada.Outbound indirect flight with Air Canada, departs from San Francisco International on Sun, 2 May, arriving in Athens International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,778, select.
      Athens.R 7,241 per passenger.Departing Mon, 12 Apr.One-way flight with Air France.Outbound indirect flight with Air France, departs from San Francisco International on Mon, 12 Apr, arriving in Athens International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 7,241, select.
      Athens.R 7,695 per passenger.Departing Mon, 7 Jun.One-way flight with SWISS.Outbound indirect flight with SWISS, departs from San Francisco International on Mon, 7 Jun, arriving in Athens International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 7,695, select.
      Athens.R 9,868 per passenger.Departing Wed, 7 Jul.One-way flight with Air France.Outbound indirect flight with Air France, departs from San Francisco International on Wed, 7 Jul, arriving in Athens International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 9,868, select.

      Find the cheapest month to fly from San Francisco International to Athens International

      We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like San Francisco International to Athens International flights are currently cheapest in September.
      Jul
      from R 5,224
      Aug
      from R 5,041
      Sep
      from R 4,892
      Oct
      from R 4,898
      Nov
      from R 6,002
      Dec
      from R 6,002
      Jan
      from R 6,007
      Feb
      from R 6,002
      Mar
      from R 6,008
      Apr
      from R 7,241
      May
      from R 6,778
      Jun
      from R 7,695

      San Francisco International to Athens International: Alternative routes

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

      Athens International

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      San Francisco to Athens: Flight information

      The things to know before you go.
      Cheapest flight foundR 4,892
      Cheapest month to flySeptember

      Finding cheap flights from San Francisco International to Athens International: Frequently asked questions

      The best price we found for a return flight from San Francisco International to Athens International is R 10,278. 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.
      Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from San Francisco International to Athens International. But we found flights with one or more stops from R 10,278.
      As of July 2026, there are no flights flying from San Francisco International to Athens International.
      The cheapest month to fly from San Francisco 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 San Francisco International Airport to Athens International Airport on Sunday, 9 August 2026.
      No airlines currently offer direct flights between San Francisco International Airport and Athens International Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.
      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, Condor offers the cheapest flight tickets to Athens International.

      Flying from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Athens International Airport (ATH): what you need to know

      • The timezone in Athens is UTC+2, which is ten hours ahead of San Francisco.

      • For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably board your SFO to ATH flight.

      • During popular months like July, it's best to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights when you travel during peak periods in general.

      • If you'd like to explore another city along the way, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from San Francisco International Airport to Athens International Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between SFO and ATH:

        • London Heathrow Airport

        • Frankfurt am Main Airport

        • Munich Airport

      How to find the cheapest flights from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Athens International Airport (ATH)

      • At the moment, R 4,892 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way San Francisco International Airport to Athens International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is R 10,278. Remember that fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.

      • It's often best to book early if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from SFO to ATH. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.

      • The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from San Francisco International Airport to Athens International Airport across every month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your travel plans aren't set in stone.

      • Snapping up cheap flights from SFO to ATH couldn't be easier with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you when a new discounted fare appears.

      • Tailor your flights using filters. Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from San Francisco International Airport to Athens International Airport.

      Handy information about San Francisco International Airport (SFO)

      • 78% of flights leaving from San Francisco International Airport touch down at their destination on time.

      • San Francisco International Airport is around 21 kilometres from central San Francisco. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.

      • Taking public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 35 minutes.

      • Get your holiday off to a leisurely start by staying near SFO. Whether you've booked an early flight from San Francisco International Airport to Athens International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays are ideal:

      Arriving at Athens International Airport (ATH)

      • If you have a late San Francisco International Airport to Athens International Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of being close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing shortly after at one of these hotels near ATH:

      • Travel at your own pace with a Athens International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Centauro, Green Motion or Surprice and see more of Athens and beyond.

      • Lock in the best possible rate by booking your ride from Athens International Airport about three weeks in advance of your trip.

      Getting from Athens International Airport (ATH) to central Athens

      • From Athens International Airport, Athens is approximately 32 kilometres away. It takes around 35 minutes to reach the centre driving.

      • It typically takes 40 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.

      When to fly to Athens International Airport (ATH)

      • It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from San Francisco International Airport to Athens International Airport. August is the most popular month to visit Athens. If you prefer a more relaxed vibe, go in March.

      • Lock in your flight from San Francisco International Airport to Athens International Airport for July if you want to go to Athens during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 22ºC (72ºF) and 37ºC (99ºF).

      • Search for cheap tickets from SFO to ATH in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 4ºC (39ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF) on average.

      Explore more of Greece

      • Thessaloniki is just one of the many places in Greece waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Athens. Around 306 kilometres away to the north, check out popular attractions including Church of Agia Sofia, Archaeological Museum of Thessaloniki and Alexander the Great Statue.

      • Around 209 kilometres north-west of Athens, Larisa is another essential stop in Greece. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Larissa Ancient Ruins, Municipal Art Gallery of Larissa and The Church Of St. George.

      Plan the rest of your trip from San Francisco to Athens

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