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Cheapest return fare
£556
Typical prices: £485-£672
Delta
Fri 2/10Thu 15/10
LAX - ATH • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flight
£290
Typical prices: £278-£424
United Airlines
Sat 13/2
LAX - ATH • 2 stops
Direct flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Los Angeles and Athens. You’ll need at least 1 connection.
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Most punctual • 58% on-time
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in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 5 weeks in advance save around 15% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 36% price drop
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Cheap Flights from Los Angeles to Athens (LAX-ATH)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Los Angeles to Athens

Fri, 2 Oct - Thu, 15 Oct
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22:55 - 11:00LAX  Los Angeles-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
26h 05m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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06:00 - 15:28ATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-LAX Los Angeles
19h 28m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Portland
£556Delta
Wed, 30 Sep - Mon, 12 Oct
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21:00 - 07:35LAX  Los Angeles-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
24h 35m1 stop Boston Logan Intl
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14:40 - 11:40ATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-LAX Los Angeles
31h 00m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
£558Delta
Fri, 6 Nov - Sat, 14 Nov
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23:59 - 09:35LAX  Los Angeles-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
23h 36m1 stop New York John F Kennedy Intl
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06:10 - 22:38ATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-LAX Los Angeles
26h 28m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Salt Lake City
£563Delta
Thu, 8 Oct - Thu, 22 Oct
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14:00 - 23:00LAX  Los Angeles-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
23h 00m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
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06:00 - 17:10ATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-LAX Los Angeles
21h 10m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Seattle/Tacoma Intl
£567Delta
Sat, 10 Oct - Wed, 21 Oct
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09:45 - 13:40LAX  Los Angeles-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
17h 55m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Paris Charles de Gaulle
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06:00 - 17:10ATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-LAX Los Angeles
21h 10m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Seattle/Tacoma Intl
£570Delta
Sun, 1 Nov - Wed, 11 Nov
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17:35 - 11:00LAX  Los Angeles-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
31h 25m1 stop Toronto Pearson Intl
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12:25 - 21:22ATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-LAX Los Angeles
18h 57m1 stop Newark
£575United Airlines
Thu, 5 Nov - Sun, 15 Nov
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15:00 - 21:20LAX  Los Angeles-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
20h 20m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
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07:05 - 16:35ATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-LAX Los Angeles
19h 30m1 stop Zurich
£576United Airlines
Thu, 5 Nov - Sun, 15 Nov
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17:15 - 13:40LAX  Los Angeles-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
34h 25m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
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14:40 - 16:35ATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-LAX Los Angeles
35h 55m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
£577Delta
Thu, 5 Nov - Sun, 15 Nov
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11:40 - 16:35LAX  Los Angeles-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
18h 55m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Amsterdam Schiphol
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14:40 - 21:35ATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-LAX Los Angeles
16h 55m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
£579Multiple Airlines
Sat, 26 Sep - Mon, 12 Oct
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13:15 - 16:50LAX  Los Angeles-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
17h 35m2 stops Minneapolis St Paul Amsterdam Schiphol
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14:40 - 11:40ATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-LAX Los Angeles
31h 00m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
£581Delta
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KAYAK’s insights & trends for Los Angeles to Athens flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Los Angeles to Athens to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

How much is a return flight from Los Angeles to Athens?

Flight prices are below average for this route right now.

Flights to Athens from Los Angeles usually cost between £562 and £823 in October.
The lowest price found in the past 5 days was £556 on Delta (2 Oct–15 Oct).

What is the cheapest month to fly from Los Angeles to Athens?

The cheapest month for flights from Los Angeles to Athens is February, where tickets cost £414 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are June and July, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is £955 and £829 respectively.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Los Angeles to Athens?

To get a below average price on the flight from Los Angeles to Athens, you should book around 5 weeks before departure, which saves you about 15% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 24 weeks before departure.

Good to know - Cheap tickets from Los Angeles to Athens

Low season

January

Cheapest flight

£290
Best time to beat the crowds (30% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (28% more expensive on average)
Flight from Los Angeles to Athens

When to book flights from Los Angeles to Athens

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Los Angeles to Athens based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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FAQs for booking flights from Los Angeles to Athens

  • Are nonstop flights from Los Angeles Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos Airport available?

    Most airlines operating flights to Eleftherios Venizelos Airport from Los Angeles Airport have flights making one layover at either Frankfurt Airport, Schiphol Airport, and Munich Airport. Some, however, make two layovers before completing the journey at Eleftherios Venizelos Airport.

  • Which public transportation means are available from downtown Los Angeles to Los Angeles Airport?

    You can take a bus, the Lot C shuttle available at either the LAX City bus transit center and bus G route, which stops at LAX metro station from downtown Los Angeles to the Airport. The buses take approximately 1h 30min to complete the trip and cost approximately $3.50.

  • Are there VIP services available at Eleftherios Venizelos Airport?

    In case you would like to avoid the crowds and stress of the busy Eleftherios Venizelos Airport, you can book the VIP service available for around €150 ($180), which ensures you get a support team to fast track your passage through security and immigration and to escort you through the airport.

  • Can I find budget-friendly accommodation at Eleftherios Venizelos Airport?

    Upon arrival at Eleftherios Venizelos Airport, you can either stay at the Sofitel Athens Airport Hotel located 164 feet away from the airport’s terminal or at nearby hotels that operate free shuttles from the airport such as the Holiday Inn Athens Hotel or the Galini Palace Hotel.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Los Angeles to Athens?

    In the last 5 days, the lowest price for a flight from Los Angeles to Athens was £290 for a one-way ticket and £556 for a return.

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from Los Angeles to Athens?

    Los Angeles airport is called Los Angeles and the only airport in Athens is Athens Eleftherios V..

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Los Angeles to Athens?

    The Boeing 787 Dreamliner is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Los Angeles to Athens flight route.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Los Angeles to Athens?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Los Angeles to Athens.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Los Angeles to Athens?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Athens from Los Angeles is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Los Angeles to Athens?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional return ticket. You could then fly to Athens with an airline and back to Los Angeles with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Los Angeles to Athens?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Athens from Los Angeles up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from Los Angeles to Athens

  • Los Angeles Airport (LAX) is home to several airlines operating regular flights to Athens. You can fly out of LAX with Lufthansa, Delta Air Lines, KLM, United Airlines, Air France, American Airlines, and British Airways.
  • Los Angeles Airport has multiple lounges which provide a tranquil escape from the bustling airport. There are several cozy lounges in terminal B, like Centurion Lounge, which has amenities like a spa, workstations, and a family room. To gain access to the lounge, you must pay an annual fee of around $550.
  • In case you want to arrive in the city of Athens from Eleftherios Venizelos Airport (ATH) faster, you can take a taxi which you can find at the taxi waiting area at the arrivals area. Starting from around 5:00 am to around midnight, taxis charge approximately €35 ($42) and around €50 ($60) from around midnight to around 5:00 am.
  • Take a stroll around Los Angeles Airport and view the various interesting art installations and murals around the airport. Between T7 and T8, you will find the vast mural known as the Songs of Freedom which is a mixture of bird drawings with poetry. The “Intentions” mural in T7 wows departing travelers.
  • Eleftherios Venizelos Airport has several amenities modified to suit disabled travelers. The check-in desks, water fountains, and internet points are within placed within reach to give those in wheelchairs an easy time. The airport also has ramps, lifts, and accessible toilets for those with mobility challenges.
  • In case you are flying out of Los Angeles for a couple of weeks or days, you can leave your vehicle at Los Angeles Airport’s secure long-term parking lot, which charges between $7 and $17 per day. Valet parking is also available for around $12.75, while the economy lot charges around $9 per day.
  • There are various ways parents can keep their kids entertained while waiting for a flight at Los Angeles Airport. One great option is visiting the Flight Path museum located at the main terminal. The museum, which travelers have free access to, has several artifacts and exhibits showcasing aviation history.

More options for your flight from Los Angeles to Athens

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