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Cheapest round-trip
C$ 1,093
Typical prices: C$ 927-C$ 1,581
Virgin Atlantic
Tue 25/9Wed 10/10
LAX - ATH • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way flights
C$ 528
Typical prices: C$ 507-C$ 820
Multiple Airlines
Sun 28/10
LAX - ATH • 2 stops
Direct flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Los Angeles and Athens. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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Norse Atlantic Airways
Most punctual • 57% on-time
Night
Best time • Fewest delays
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When to book
24 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 24 weeks in advance save around 12% compared to booking last minute.
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February
Cheapest • 39% price drop
July
Most popular
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London Heathrow (LHR)
Cheapest • Avg C$ 1,039 (round-trip)
Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS)
Shortest trip • 16h 22m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Los Angeles to Athens (LAX-ATH)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Los Angeles to Athens

Fri, 25 Sep - Sat, 10 Oct
Virgin Atlantic Logo
10:45 p.m. - 7:50 a.m.LAX  Los Angeles Los Angeles-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
23h 05m1 stop New York John F Kennedy Intl
Virgin Atlantic Logo
10:05 a.m. - 12:21 a.m.ATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles
24h 16m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Seattle/Tacoma Intl
C$ 1,093Virgin Atlantic
Sat, 28 Nov - Sat, 12 Dec
Delta Logo
9:25 a.m. - 1:20 a.m.LAX  Los Angeles Los Angeles-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
29h 55m2 stops San Francisco Amsterdam Schiphol
Delta Logo
6:10 a.m. - 8:59 p.m.ATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles
24h 49m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Boston Logan Intl
C$ 1,096Delta
Thu, 19 Nov - Fri, 27 Nov
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12:30 p.m. - 11:00 a.m.LAX  Los Angeles Los Angeles-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
36h 30m1 stop Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
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1:00 p.m. - 9:39 p.m.ATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles
18h 39m1 stop Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
C$ 1,097Multiple Airlines
Fri, 2 Oct - Fri, 16 Oct
United Airlines Logo
12:55 p.m. - 6:45 p.m.LAX  Los Angeles Los Angeles-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
19h 50m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Munich Franz Josef Strauss
United Airlines Logo
6:45 a.m. - 5:37 p.m.ATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles
20h 52m2 stops Frankfurt am Main Chicago O'Hare Intl
C$ 1,099United Airlines
Sat, 10 Oct - Mon, 2 Nov
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10:30 p.m. - 10:10 a.m.LAX  Los Angeles Los Angeles-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
25h 40m1 stop Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
United Airlines Logo
7:05 a.m. - 4:35 p.m.ATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles
19h 30m1 stop Zurich
C$ 1,102United Airlines
Mon, 2 Nov - Wed, 18 Nov
Multiple Airlines Logo
1:41 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.LAX  Los Angeles Los Angeles-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
19h 19m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl London Heathrow
Multiple Airlines Logo
7:55 a.m. - 8:34 p.m.ATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles
22h 39m2 stops London Heathrow Denver Intl
C$ 1,103Multiple Airlines
Mon, 2 Nov - Wed, 18 Nov
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2:04 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.LAX  Los Angeles Los Angeles-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
18h 56m2 stops San Francisco London Heathrow
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7:55 a.m. - 7:55 p.m.ATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles
22h 00m2 stops London Heathrow New York John F Kennedy Intl
C$ 1,104Multiple Airlines
Wed, 30 Sep - Fri, 9 Oct
British Airways Logo
6:05 p.m. - 2:25 a.m.LAX  Los Angeles Los Angeles-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
22h 20m1 stop London Heathrow
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7:30 a.m. - 6:25 p.m.ATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles
20h 55m1 stop London Heathrow
C$ 1,106British Airways
Fri, 2 Oct - Thu, 15 Oct
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11:50 p.m. - 8:55 a.m.LAX  Los Angeles Los Angeles-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
23h 05m1 stop Philadelphia
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3:15 p.m. - 11:35 a.m.ATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles
30h 20m1 stop London Heathrow
C$ 1,107British Airways
Sat, 26 Sep - Sat, 10 Oct
British Airways Logo
11:39 p.m. - 11:35 a.m.LAX  Los Angeles Los Angeles-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
25h 56m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
British Airways Logo
6:20 p.m. - 11:35 a.m.ATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles
27h 15m1 stop London Heathrow
C$ 1,109British Airways
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Los Angeles to Athens flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines, and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from Los Angeles to Athens with more confidence.

How much is a round-trip flight from Los Angeles to Athens?

Round-trip flights from Los Angeles to Athens start at C$ 1,093. Prices are typical for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from C$ 927 to C$ 1,581. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was C$ 1,093 on Virgin Atlantic.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Los Angeles to Athens?

Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Los Angeles to Athens and is 10% cheaper than the average day. Thursday is the most expensive day with flight prices 7% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

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

  • February is the cheapest month to fly from Los Angeles to Athens at C$ 739 round-trip.
  • June (C$ 1,762) and July (C$ 1,492) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 138% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Los Angeles to Athens the cheapest?

Flights from Los Angeles to Athens are cheapest 24 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 12% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Los Angeles to Athens flights

Low season

January

Cheapest flight

C$ 528
Best time to beat the crowds (31% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (23% more expensive on average)
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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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Your Los Angeles to Athens flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking questions.

  • 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.

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Los Angeles to Athens?

    Flights from Los Angeles to Athens usually depart from Los Angeles (LAX) and arrive at Athens Eleftherios V. (ATH).

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Los Angeles to Athens?

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from Los Angeles to Athens.

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Los Angeles to Athens?

    On this route, direct flights are cheaper than layover options on average. Direct fares average C$ 766 round-trip, compared to C$ 1,039 via a layover through London Heathrow (LHR).

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Los Angeles to Athens?

    The Boeing 787 Dreamliner family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by A.P.G. and Hahn Air. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner variants.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Los Angeles to Athens pass through?

    One-stop flights from Los Angeles to Athens most commonly connect through:

    • Istanbul (IST) – 28% of one-stop connections
    • London Heathrow (LHR) – 14% of one-stop connections
    • Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl (YUL) – 9% of one-stop connections
    • Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG) – 6% of one-stop connections

    Istanbul (IST) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Los Angeles to Athens?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 16% on the Los Angeles to Athens route. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at C$ 1,095 round-trip on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at C$ 1,303, a difference of C$ 208. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed on the route from Los Angeles to Athens?

    A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Los Angeles to Athens route, 43% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 5 hours 37 minutes.

  • Which popular places can I visit in Athens?

    Some of the most popular sights in Athens are Monastiraki, Acropolis, and Syntagma Square. These are among the most viewed places in Athens on KAYAK.

  • How expensive are last-minute Los Angeles to Athens flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route – booked within 2 weeks of departure – run 4% above the route average of C$ 1,210. Book 24 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How long does a flight from Los Angeles to Athens take?

    A direct flight from Los Angeles to Athens takes 0h 00m, covering 17,895 km.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Los Angeles to Athens?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How are flight prices from Los Angeles to Athens looking right now?

    One-way fares from Los Angeles to Athens are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about C$ 575, which is 12% below the typical average for this route.

  • How does Norse Atlantic Airways's on-time performance compare to other airlines on Los Angeles to Athens flights?

    Norse Atlantic Airways is the only airline operating Los Angeles to Athens flights. 57% of its flights are on time.

  • How do delay rates compare for morning and evening flights from Los Angeles to Athens?

    Night flights have the fewest delays on this route. Delays tend to pile up throughout the day as one late flight pushes the next, so earlier departures are usually more reliable.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport when travelling from Los Angeles to Athens?

    Flying via Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 16h 22m, compared with 16h 36m via Frankfurt am Main (FRA) and 16h 42m via Vienna Intl (VIE).

  • What is the time difference between Los Angeles and Athens?

    Athens is 10 hours ahead of Los Angeles (Eastern European Time vs Pacific Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What car rental options are available at Athens Eleftherios V. Airport (ATH)?

    Athens Eleftherios V. Airport (ATH) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around C$ 3 for economy cars. Top options include:
    • Centauro
    • Record go
    • Europcar
    • SURPRICE CAR RENTAL
    • Alamo

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Los Angeles to Athens flight?

    Round-trip flights from Los Angeles to Athens range from C$ 927 to C$ 1,581, with an average of C$ 1,210 over the past 12 months. Anything below C$ 927 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Los Angeles to Athens flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Wednesday departure instead of Thursday. On this route, Wednesday flights average C$ 1,095 – about C$ 208 less than Thursday (16% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 24 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 12% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Los Angeles to Athens trip for February. Fares historically average C$ 739 round-trip in that month – typically C$ 1,022 less than the most expensive month, which is June (based on the last 12 months).
  • 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.

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