Which airports can I use when flying from Athens to San José?

Flights from Athens to San José usually depart from Athens Eleftherios V. (ATH) and arrive at San José Juan Santamaria Intl (SJO).

What cabin classes can I book on flights from Athens to San José?

Two cabin classes are available on flights from Athens to San José: • Economy Class • Business Class

Which airports do connecting flights from Athens to San José pass through?

One-stop flights from Athens to San José most commonly connect through: • Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG) - 38% of one-stop connections • Frankfurt am Main (FRA) - 21% of one-stop connections • Toronto Pearson Intl (YYZ) - 17% of one-stop connections • Madrid Barajas (MAD) - 8% of one-stop connections

Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Athens to San José?

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 15% on flights from Athens to San José. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $975 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $1,136, a difference of $161. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

What popular places can I visit in San José?

Some of the most popular sights in San José are Parque Metropolitano La Sabana, Estadio Nacional de Costa Rica and Museo de Oro. These are among the most viewed places in San José on KAYAK.

How long is a flight from Athens to San José?

A nonstop flight from Athens to San José takes 00m, covering 6,751 miles.

Do I need a passport to fly from Athens to San José?

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.

Have flight prices from Athens to San José changed much recently?

Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $891 to $3,502. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.

How are flight prices from Athens to San José looking right now?

One-way fares from Athens to San José are currently in line with typical prices for this route. Average one-way fares are about $700.

How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Athens to San José?

Flying via Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl (YUL) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 17h 31m, compared with 18h 35m via Madrid Barajas (MAD) and 19h 03m via Toronto Pearson Intl (YYZ).

What is the time difference between Athens and San José?

San José is 8 hours behind Athens (Central Time vs Eastern European Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

What car rental options are available at San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport (SJO)?

San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport (SJO) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $30 for economy cars. Top options include: • Priceless • Avis • Budget • Routes Car & Truck Rentals • Payless

How much should I expect to pay for a Athens to San José flight?

Round-trip flights from Athens to San José range from $874 to $1,236, with an average of $1,024 over the past 12 months. Anything below $874 counts as a good deal.

How much is a round-trip flight from Athens to San José?

Round-trip flights from Athens to San José typically range from $874 to $1,236. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $891, on United Airlines.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Athens to San José?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Athens to San José. It’s 5% cheaper than the average day, while Monday is the most expensive, with prices 10% higher.

Which airline is the cheapest to fly from Athens to San José?

United Airlines ($891) and KLM ($1,021) are the cheapest airlines to fly round-trip from Athens to San José according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

What’s the most popular layover airport when flying from Athens to San José?

Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG) is the most popular layover for the Athens to San José route. 38% of KAYAK users who booked 1-stop round-trips over the past 3 months connected via CDG.

What is the cheapest layover airport when flying from Athens to San José?

Flights via Zurich (ZRH) offer the most affordable fares, with an average round-trip price of $748. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

When flying from Athens to San José which airport offers the shortest layover?

Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl (YUL) had the shortest average connection time for Athens to San José layovers at 9h 29m over the past 3 months.

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Recent round-trip flight deals from Athens to San José

Thu, Nov 26 - Thu, Dec 3

6:45 am - 12:42 pmATH Athens Eleftherios V.-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

37h 57m2 stops Frankfurt am Main Newark

1:55 pm - 12:55 pmSJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.

39h 00m2 stops Newark Zurich

$891United Airlines

Mon, Dec 7 - Wed, Apr 7

1:30 pm - 8:32 amATH Athens Eleftherios V.-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

27h 02m2 stops Frankfurt am Main San Francisco

1:25 pm - 6:40 pmSJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.

44h 15m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Munich Franz Josef Strauss

$899United Airlines

Thu, Jan 7 - Tue, Jan 26

6:45 am - 7:53 pmATH Athens Eleftherios V.-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

21h 08m2 stops Frankfurt am Main Newark

9:05 am - 12:55 pmSJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.

43h 50m2 stops Newark Zurich

$935United Airlines

Thu, Jan 7 - Sun, Jan 24

6:45 am - 7:53 pmATH Athens Eleftherios V.-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

21h 08m2 stops Frankfurt am Main Newark

1:15 am - 4:30 pmSJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.

31h 15m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Frankfurt am Main

$943United Airlines

Thu, Jan 7 - Wed, Jan 27

6:45 am - 1:00 pmATH Athens Eleftherios V.-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

38h 15m2 stops Frankfurt am Main Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

8:45 am - 1:30 amSJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.

56h 45m3 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Denver Intl Munich Franz Josef Strauss

$956United Airlines

Mon, Jan 18 - Wed, Jan 27

5:30 pm - 5:30 pmATH Athens Eleftherios V.-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

32h 00m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol

7:30 pm - 1:20 amSJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.

21h 50m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol

$1,021KLM

Thu, Jan 7 - Tue, Jan 26

6:45 am - 1:00 pmATH Athens Eleftherios V.-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

38h 15m2 stops Frankfurt am Main Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

2:25 pm - 1:30 amSJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.

51h 05m3 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl San Diego Munich Franz Josef Strauss

$1,030United Airlines

Thu, Jan 7 - Mon, Jan 25

6:45 am - 1:00 pmATH Athens Eleftherios V.-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

38h 15m2 stops Frankfurt am Main Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

8:45 am - 4:30 pmSJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.

47h 45m3 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Denver Intl Frankfurt am Main

$1,032United Airlines

Mon, Jan 18 - Wed, Jan 27

5:30 pm - 5:30 pmATH Athens Eleftherios V.-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

32h 00m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol

7:30 pm - 1:20 amSJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.

21h 50m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol

$1,048KLM

Thu, Nov 19 - Mon, Nov 23

6:10 am - 10:15 pmATH Athens Eleftherios V.-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

24h 05m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

7:30 pm - 1:20 amSJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.

21h 50m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol

$1,052KLM

Recent last minute flight deals from Athens to San José

Sat, Nov 7 - Sat, Nov 28

12:25 pm - 11:25 amATH Athens Eleftherios V.-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

55h 00m2 stops Newark Houston George Bush Intcntl

11:28 pm - 2:10 pmSJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.

30h 42m2 stops Newark Geneva Geneve-Cointrin

$1,051United Airlines

Fri, Nov 6 - Tue, Nov 24

12:25 pm - 11:25 amATH Athens Eleftherios V.-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

55h 00m2 stops Newark Houston George Bush Intcntl

1:55 pm - 12:55 pmSJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.

39h 00m2 stops Newark Zurich

$1,083United Airlines

Fri, Nov 6 - Tue, Nov 24

6:45 am - 7:15 pmATH Athens Eleftherios V.-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

20h 30m1 stop Frankfurt am Main

9:00 pm - 9:20 pmSJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.

16h 20m1 stop Frankfurt am Main

$1,090Lufthansa

Fri, Nov 6 - Tue, Nov 24

12:25 pm - 11:25 amATH Athens Eleftherios V.-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

31h 00m2 stops Newark Houston George Bush Intcntl

1:55 pm - 12:55 pmSJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.

39h 00m2 stops Newark Zurich

$1,091United Airlines

Fri, Nov 6 - Tue, Nov 24

6:40 am - 7:15 pmATH Athens Eleftherios V.-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

20h 35m2 stops Munich Franz Josef Strauss Frankfurt am Main

9:00 pm - 9:20 pmSJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.

16h 20m1 stop Frankfurt am Main

$1,107Lufthansa

Sat, Nov 7 - Sun, Nov 22

1:35 pm - 1:00 pmATH Athens Eleftherios V.-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

31h 25m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

7:30 pm - 1:20 amSJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.

21h 50m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol

$1,112KLM

Fri, Nov 6 - Tue, Nov 24

7:05 am - 11:50 pmATH Athens Eleftherios V.-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

24h 45m2 stops Zurich Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl

8:45 am - 4:50 pmSJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.

24h 05m2 stops Toronto Pearson Intl Zurich

$1,187Multiple Airlines

Fri, Nov 6 - Tue, Nov 24

7:05 am - 11:50 pmATH Athens Eleftherios V.-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

24h 45m2 stops Zurich Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl

8:45 am - 11:00 amSJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.

18h 15m1 stop Toronto Pearson Intl

$1,189Multiple Airlines

Fri, Nov 6 - Tue, Nov 24

1:00 pm - 11:50 pmATH Athens Eleftherios V.-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

18h 50m1 stop Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl

8:45 am - 11:00 amSJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.

18h 15m1 stop Toronto Pearson Intl

$1,243Air Canada

Sat, Nov 7 - Sun, Nov 22

8:20 am - 8:35 amATH Athens Eleftherios V.-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

32h 15m3 stops Kastrup Copenhagen Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Guatemala City La Aurora

7:00 am - 8:10 pmSJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.

29h 10m2 stops Miami Kastrup Copenhagen

$1,813Multiple Airlines

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How much is a round-trip flight from Athens to San José? This analysis is based on the cheapest round-trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from Athens to San José departing in november.
What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Athens to San José?: Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Athens to San José. It’s 5% cheaper than the average day, while Monday is the most expensive, with prices 10% higher.

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What cabin classes can I book on flights from Athens to San José?
Two cabin classes are available on flights from Athens to San José:

• Economy Class
• Business Class
How long is a flight from Athens to San José?
A nonstop flight from Athens to San José takes 00m, covering 6,751 miles.
Do I need a passport to fly from Athens to San José?
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 much should I expect to pay for a Athens to San José flight?
Round-trip flights from Athens to San José range from $874 to $1,236, with an average of $1,024 over the past 12 months. Anything below $874 counts as a good deal.
Have flight prices from Athens to San José changed much recently?
Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $891 to $3,502. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.
How are flight prices from Athens to San José looking right now?
One-way fares from Athens to San José are currently in line with typical prices for this route. Average one-way fares are about $700.
What car rental options are available at San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport (SJO)?
San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport (SJO) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $30 for economy cars. Top options include:

• Priceless
• Avis
• Budget
• Routes Car & Truck Rentals
• Payless
Which airports can I use when flying from Athens to San José?
Flights from Athens to San José usually depart from Athens Eleftherios V. (ATH) and arrive at San José Juan Santamaria Intl (SJO).
Which airports do connecting flights from Athens to San José pass through?
One-stop flights from Athens to San José most commonly connect through:

• Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG) - 38% of one-stop connections
• Frankfurt am Main (FRA) - 21% of one-stop connections
• Toronto Pearson Intl (YYZ) - 17% of one-stop connections
• Madrid Barajas (MAD) - 8% of one-stop connections
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Athens to San José?
Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 15% on flights from Athens to San José. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $975 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $1,136, a difference of $161.

KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.
How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Athens to San José?
Flying via Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl (YUL) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 17h 31m, compared with 18h 35m via Madrid Barajas (MAD) and 19h 03m via Toronto Pearson Intl (YYZ).
What is the time difference between Athens and San José?
San José is 8 hours behind Athens (Central Time vs Eastern European Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.
What popular places can I visit in San José?
Some of the most popular sights in San José are Parque Metropolitano La Sabana, Estadio Nacional de Costa Rica and Museo de Oro. These are among the most viewed places in San José on KAYAK.

If your dates are flexible, aim for a Tuesday departure and avoid flying on Monday. On this route, Tuesday flights average $975, about $161 less than Monday fares (14% savings) based on the last 12 months.
If you can choose when to travel, plan your Athens to San José trip for November. Fares historically average $771 round-trip in that month - typically $627 less than the most expensive month, which is August (based on the last 12 months).

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