Travelling from Sacramento International Airport (SMF) to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH): what you need to know
Athens's timezone is UTC+2, which makes Athens nine hours ahead of Sacramento.
Leave plenty of time to make your SMF to ATH flight. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Be prepared for longer lines during popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Sacramento International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Here's where you can stop between SMF and ATH:
O'Hare International Airport
Washington Dulles International Airport
Pearson International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Sacramento International Airport (SMF) to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
Right now, ر.ق. 1,414 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Sacramento International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is ر.ق. 3,317. Bear in mind that fares may change due to demand when booking.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from SMF to ATH if you book in advance. Airlines often have some excellent early bird deals.
Getting cheap flights from Sacramento International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport is more likely if you're flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the lowest prices across each month and score a great deal.
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Lock in the perfect flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Sacramento International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by arrival and departure times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about Sacramento International Airport (SMF)
You'll find SMF at 6900 Airport Boulevard.
Sacramento International Airport has a strong on-time record, so you're unlikely to face delays. Departures from SMF touch down on schedule 82.15% of the time.
Sacramento International Airport is around 19 kilometres from central Sacramento. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The trip when using public transport will take about 25 minutes.
Want a hotel to stay in before your flight from Sacramento International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport? Check out Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sacramento Airport Natomas. Get a good night's sleep here before heading to SMF.
Arriving at Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
Consider booking a hotel close to ATH if you're on a late Sacramento International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport flight. Choose one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Grab an Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport rental car and discover Athens and beyond with your own wheels. Centauro, Green Motion and Surprice are top outlets to choose from here.
Get the best deal by booking your vehicle from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport about three weeks before your travel date.
Getting from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) to central Athens
Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to central Athens has a drive time of around 35 minutes. It's approximately 40 kilometres away.
Getting there on public transport typically takes 1 hour.
When to fly to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
July is the busiest month for flights from Sacramento International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport. To skip the crowds, visit Athens in January.
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.
Look for cheap tickets from SMF to ATH in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 4ºC and 14ºC on average.
Explore more of Greece
Thessaloniki is just one of the many places in Greece waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Athens. Around 306 kilometres away to the north, check out popular attractions including Arch of Galerius, Aristotelous Square and Museum of Byzantine Culture.
Around 209 kilometres north-west of Athens, Larisa is another essential stop in Greece. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Agioi Saranta, Saint George Orthodox Church and Second Ancient Theatre.
