Traveling from Sacramento International Airport (SMF) to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH): what you need to know
Flying during a peak time like August? Major public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer queues and delays at checkpoints. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
If you want to break up your flight from Sacramento International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport, add a stopover to your trip. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' and find a city that interests you. Popular stopovers on the SMF - ATH route include:
Pearson International Airport
O'Hare International Airport
Washington Dulles International Airport
To find out whether you need a visa to enter Greece, contact your carrier and the local embassy or consulate. They'll provide you with the most up-to-date details, including other travel documents you may need after booking your cheap ticket from SMF to ATH.
How to find the cheapest flights from Sacramento International Airport (SMF) to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
C$484 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Sacramento International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport. A return flight starts at C$1,153. These fares can change depending on availability and demand.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap flight tickets from SMF to ATH if you book early. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird discounts.
If you can be flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the lowest price in each month when looking for your ticket from Sacramento International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport.
Create a Price Alert for cheap flight tickets from SMF to ATH. There's no need to check every day to see if airfares have fallen. We'll update you the moment the price changes.
Tailor your flights using filters. Select your arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Sacramento International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport.
Handy information about Sacramento International Airport (SMF)
The journey from central Sacramento to Sacramento International Airport takes about 24 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 19 kilometres in 17 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Get your flight from Sacramento International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport off to a relaxed start. Just a quick ride from SMF, stay at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sacramento Airport Natomas and you'll be well-rested for the journey ahead.
Arriving at Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Sacramento International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport. Reserve one of these accommodation options near ATH instead:
Getting from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) to central Athens
Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to central Athens is about 37 minutes by car. It's approximately 40 kilometres away. See what options are available, such as cabs, car rentals or ride-sharing.
It'll take around 59 minutes if you're traveling on public transport.
When to fly to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
The quietest month for a flight from Sacramento International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport is February, while August is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to visit Athens based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Before locking in your flight from Sacramento International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Athens, with temperatures ranging from 22ºC to 37ºC.
January has average temperatures of between 4ºC and 14ºC. Search for cheap flight tickets from SMF to ATH sometime then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Athens
As soon as you've locked in your flights from SMF to ATH, you'll want to find a hotel in Athens. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring this popular destination:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be hard to know where to begin. Museum of the Center for the Acropolis Studies, Acropolis of Athens and The Parthenon are leading attractions which should be on every Athens itinerary.
Complete your Athens trip with hotels and a car rental
After you've secured your cheap ticket to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport, check out our low prices and exclusive rates for hotels. You can also compare a range of car rental companies in one go to get the best car rental price for your Athens vacation.
