Flights from San Francisco to Athens from US$ 619.99

For flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Athens (ATH), lower fares are concentrated between late February and April and again from late September to October. These periods fall outside the peak summer travel months, when demand and prices on this route are higher. Within these months, Thursday departures are cheaper than Sunday flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Athens (ATH).

Flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Athens (ATH) require at least one connection. On a winter routing via Seattle (SEA) and Frankfurt (FRA), the flight from San Francisco (SFO) to Seattle (SEA) takes about 2 hours 15 minutes, the flight from Seattle (SEA) to Frankfurt (FRA) takes about 10 hours, and the flight from Frankfurt (FRA) to Athens (ATH) takes about 2 hours 45 minutes.

On Condor’s long-haul flight from San Francisco (SFO) to Frankfurt (FRA), operated with an Airbus A330-900neo, Economy Class passengers receive a complimentary Taste the World Menu hot meal and a snack, along with free soft and hot drinks. Additional snacks and alcoholic beverages on this long-haul part of the journey are offered for purchase from the onboard menu. On the same long-haul flight, Premium Economy includes the Classic Premium Menu with upgraded meals and drinks, while Business Class includes the Taste the World Gourmet Menu with multiple courses and an extended drinks selection at no extra charge. Onboard amenities and meal service on the connecting flight from Frankfurt (FRA) to Athens (ATH) differ and follow the shorter European flight concept.

On Condor’s long-haul flight from San Francisco (SFO) to Frankfurt (FRA), operated with an Airbus A330-900neo, Business Class provides a fully flat seat with 180° recline, direct aisle access for every seat, and a large personal screen with premium entertainment. Business Class passengers benefit from increased baggage allowances on USA routes of 2 × 32 kg of checked baggage and 16 kg of cabin baggage, as well as lounge access at participating airports and priority services on the ground. On board, Business Class includes the Taste the World Gourmet Menu with two curated meal services and snacks, an extensive selection of alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks including a welcome drink, a high-quality amenity kit, noise-cancelling headphones, and additional comfort items such as a mattress topper. Onboard amenities and services on the connecting flight from Frankfurt (FRA) to Athens (ATH) may differ and reflect the shorter European part of the journey.

Flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Athens (ATH) operate with connections rather than nonstop services, with the long-haul part of the journey routed via Frankfurt (FRA). In the summer season, flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Athens (ATH) via Frankfurt (FRA) operate on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday; in the winter season, flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Athens (ATH) operate via Seattle (SEA) and Frankfurt (FRA) on Monday and Saturday.

On Condor’s long-haul flight from San Francisco (SFO) to Frankfurt (FRA), operated with an Airbus A330-900neo, Wi‑Fi is offered via the FlyConnect service for a fee. Passengers on this long-haul part of the journey can purchase internet access packages to browse, use messaging apps, or check email during the flight. Onboard amenities and services on the connecting flight from Frankfurt (FRA) to Athens (ATH) may differ, and wireless internet access on that European part depends on the operating airline and aircraft.

On the Condor long-haul flight (operated with an Airbus A330-900neo) from San Francisco (SFO) to Frankfurt (FRA), three travel classes are offered: Economy Class, Premium Economy Class, and Business Class. Economy Class includes standard seating, in-seat Inflight entertainment, and the Taste the World Menu meal concept with a complimentary hot meal and snack. Premium Economy Class adds more legroom and seat recline, the Classic Premium Menu with enhanced meals, additional drinks, and extra comfort and baggage benefits compared with Economy. Business Class provides a fully flat bed, increased checked and cabin baggage allowances, the Taste the World Gourmet Menu, lounge access at participating airports, and an upgraded set of comfort and service features. On the onward European flight from Frankfurt (FRA) to Athens (ATH), the range of travel classes and services can differ depending on the operating airline.

For flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Athens (ATH), upgrades from Economy into Premium Economy or Business class apply primarily to the Condor long-haul part between San Francisco (SFO) and Frankfurt (FRA). Upgrade offers can be presented before departure through digital channels such as online check-in or booking management when higher cabins still have open seats. On some long-haul flights, upgrades may also be offered via an auction-based process using the SeatBoost app, and in some cases as last-minute paid upgrades at the airport or gate. These upgrade options are not guaranteed on every departure and depend on remaining seat capacity in Premium Economy and Business Class; the connecting flight from Frankfurt (FRA) to Athens (ATH) may follow separate upgrade rules if operated by a partner airline.

For the long-haul Condor part between the United States and Europe on the San Francisco (SFO) – Athens (ATH) route, carry-on baggage is structured by travel class: most Economy fares include one carry-on bag up to 8 kg, Premium Economy includes up to 10 kg, and Business Class includes up to 16 kg (with one piece limited to 10 kg), all within standard cabin size limits. Checked baggage on USA–Europe trips follows a piece concept: basic Economy fares include no free checked baggage, Economy Classic / Economy Green / Economy Flex include 1 × 23 kg, Premium Economy includes 1 × 32 kg, and Business Class includes 2 × 32 kg; any single bag over 32 kg (70 lb) is not accepted for safety reasons. Additional checked bags can be purchased, and pre-booking extra baggage before departure is less expensive than paying airport excess-baggage charges. One piece of Sports equipment up to 30 kg can be transported free of charge in Business Class on the long-haul flight if it is registered in advance, while sports equipment in other classes can be booked for a fee and must be registered no later than 8 hours before departure. On connecting flights operated by partner airlines between San Francisco (SFO), Frankfurt (FRA), and Athens (ATH), separate baggage rules of the partner airline can apply in addition to Condor’s conditions.

Condor does not operate a nonstop flight from San Francisco (SFO) to Athens (ATH). All itineraries on this route use at least one connection via Frankfurt (FRA).