Travelling from Athens International Airport (ATH) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO): what you need to know
San Francisco's timezone is UTC-8, which makes San Francisco ten hours behind Athens.
To ensure you catch your ATH to SFO flight, leave enough time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
During popular months such as August, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight when you fly during a high season in general.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Athens International Airport to San Francisco International Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Check out these options between ATH and SFO:
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How to find the cheapest flights from Athens International Airport (ATH) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
Right now, 376 € is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Athens International Airport to San Francisco International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is 491 €. Keep in mind that fares may change due to demand when booking.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from ATH to SFO, book ahead. Airlines usually offer lower fares when flights are first made available.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Athens International Airport to San Francisco International Airport throughout the month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your dates are flexible.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from ATH to SFO by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when fares go down.
Select your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Athens International Airport to San Francisco International Airport.
Handy information about Athens International Airport (ATH)
76% of flights taking off from Athens International Airport reach their destination on schedule.
Central Athens to Athens International Airport is approximately 32 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 35 minutes to get there if you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a trip time of around 40 minutes.
Looking for a handy hotel close to ATH? If you're catching an early flight from Athens International Airport to San Francisco International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
If you're coming in on a late Athens International Airport to San Francisco International Airport flight, few things top the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these options near SFO:
Travel at your own pace with a San Francisco International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Dollar, Thrifty or Hertz and discover more of San Francisco and beyond.
Lock in the best rate by reserving your vehicle from San Francisco International Airport about one week before your trip.
When to fly to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
The quietest month for a flight from Athens International Airport to San Francisco International Airport is March, while July is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to visit San Francisco based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
Book your flight from Athens International Airport to San Francisco International Airport for September if you want to visit San Francisco during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 12ºC (54ºF) and 24ºC (75ºF).
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from ATH to SFO in January. Temperatures average between 5ºC (41ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF) then.
Explore more of the United States
San Jose is just one of the many cities in the United States waiting to be discovered once you've seen San Francisco. Around 64 kilometres away to the south-east, top sights here include Winchester Mystery House, The Tech Interactive and Santa Clara Valley.
Fresno is another must-experience destination in the United States and is around 257 kilometres south-east of San Francisco. No trip is complete without experiencing Forestiere Underground Gardens, Shinzen Japanese Garden and Fresno Chaffee Zoo.