Flying from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO): what you need to know
The timezone in San Francisco is UTC-7, which is nine hours behind Athens.
To ensure you get on your ATH to SFO flight, leave enough time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
During popular months such as July, it's best to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're travelling during a peak period in general.
If you want to include a stop along the way, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to San Francisco International Airport. Here are the top stopovers between ATH and SFO:
Franz Josef Strauss Airport
Frankfurt Airport
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
How to find the cheapest flights from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
$521 is currently the best price for a one-way Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to San Francisco International Airport flight. A return flight starts from $846. These fares can change based on demand and availability.
It's usually smart to book ahead of time if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from ATH to SFO. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
Getting cheap flights from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to San Francisco International Airport is easier if you're flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the lowest prices across each month and bag a great deal.
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Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to San Francisco International Airport.
Handy information about Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport, data shows 77.19% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Central Athens to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport is around 40 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 35 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
Taking public transport? Expect a journey time of around 1 hour.
Get your break off to a relaxed start by staying near ATH. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to San Francisco International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are perfect:
Arriving at San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
If you're landing on a late Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to San Francisco International Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these options near SFO:
Grab a San Francisco International Airport rental car and discover San Francisco and beyond with your own wheels. Dollar, Thrifty and Hertz are popular providers you can book with here.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your ride from San Francisco International Airport around one week before your travel date.
Getting from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to central San Francisco
From San Francisco International Airport, San Francisco is approximately 21 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It takes roughly 45 minutes when travelling by public transport.
When to fly to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to San Francisco International Airport. August is the most popular month to visit San Francisco. If you like a more low-key vibe, go in February.
Before locking in your flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to San Francisco International Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. September is the warmest month in San Francisco, with the temperature ranging from 12ºC (54ºF) to 22ºC (72ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from ATH to SFO in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 6ºC (43ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF) on average.
Explore more of United States
San Francisco has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of United States waiting to be explored. Around 64 kilometres south-east of San Francisco, a visit to San Jose will keep your itinerary packed. Start with leading sights like Winchester Mystery House, Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum and San Jose Museum of Art.
If you want to check out another major stop in United States, head for Fresno, about 257 kilometres south-east of San Francisco. Forestiere Underground Gardens, Fresno Chaffee Zoo and Shinzen Japanese Garden are key highlights.