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Cheapest round-trip
$910
Typical prices: $1,118-$1,410
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Tue 2/20Tue 2/27
SJO - ATH • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$806
Typical prices: $677-$861
KLM
Tue 12/4
SJO - ATH • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between San José and Athens. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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January
Cheapest • 18% price drop
May
Most popular
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Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS)
Cheapest • Avg $1,136 (round-trip)
Zurich (ZRH)
Shortest trip • 16h 58m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from San José to Athens (SJO-ATH)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from San José to Athens

Sat, Feb 20 - Sat, Feb 27
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9:30 pm - 1:20 amSJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
19h 50m1 stop Madrid Barajas
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7:15 am - 7:10 pmATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
19h 55m1 stop Madrid Barajas
$910Multiple Airlines
Sat, Feb 20 - Sat, Feb 27
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9:30 pm - 9:25 amSJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
27h 55m2 stops Madrid Barajas Warsaw Frederic Chopin
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9:15 am - 7:10 pmATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
17h 55m1 stop Madrid Barajas
$1,098Multiple Airlines
Wed, Nov 4 - Mon, Nov 30
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4:40 pm - 4:50 pmSJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
16h 10m1 stop Zurich
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7:05 am - 6:35 pmATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
19h 30m1 stop Zurich
$1,153SWISS
Thu, Mar 4 - Fri, Mar 19
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8:45 am - 4:50 pmSJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
24h 05m2 stops Toronto Pearson Intl Zurich
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12:00 pm - 10:30 pmATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
18h 30m1 stop Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
$1,156Air Canada
Thu, Mar 4 - Fri, Mar 19
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8:45 am - 4:50 pmSJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
24h 05m2 stops Toronto Pearson Intl Zurich
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12:00 pm - 10:30 pmATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
18h 30m1 stop Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
$1,159Air Canada
Wed, Nov 4 - Tue, Dec 1
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4:40 pm - 4:50 pmSJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
16h 10m1 stop Zurich
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6:45 am - 7:15 pmATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
20h 30m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
$1,168Multiple Airlines
Tue, Jan 12 - Fri, Jan 22
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8:45 am - 12:55 pmSJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
44h 10m2 stops Toronto Pearson Intl Zurich
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7:05 am - 11:50 pmATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
24h 45m2 stops Zurich Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
$1,170Air Canada
Thu, Mar 4 - Fri, Mar 19
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8:45 am - 4:50 pmSJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
24h 05m2 stops Toronto Pearson Intl Zurich
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7:05 am - 10:30 pmATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
23h 25m2 stops Zurich Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
$1,170Multiple Airlines
Fri, Dec 18 - Tue, Jan 5
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8:30 pm - 1:40 pmSJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
33h 10m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
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2:40 pm - 6:15 pmATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
35h 35m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
$1,291Air France
Sun, Sep 27 - Wed, Oct 7
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7:05 pm - 11:00 pmSJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
18h 55m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
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6:35 pm - 4:20 pmATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
30h 45m2 stops Paris Charles de Gaulle Amsterdam Schiphol
$1,377Air France
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Price, demand and travel trends for San José to Athens flights

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

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

Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from San José to Athens, it is 8% cheaper than the average day. Saturday is the most expensive day with flight prices 3% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from San José to Athens?

•January is the cheapest month to fly from San José to Athens at $1,032 round-trip.
•December ($1,649) and July ($1,519) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 59% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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Key details for San José to Athens flights

Low season

January

Cheapest flight

$806
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 18% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 3% lower on average.
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When to book flights from San José to Athens

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from San José 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 San José to Athens flight questions, answered

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

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

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

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

    Three cabin classes are available on flights from San José to Athens:

    • Economy Class
    • Premium Economy Class
    • Business Class

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

    One-stop flights from San José to Athens most commonly connect through:

    • Madrid Barajas (MAD) - 53% of one-stop connections
    • Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG) - 22% of one-stop connections
    • Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) - 8% of one-stop connections
    • Frankfurt am Main (FRA) - 7% of one-stop connections

    Madrid Barajas (MAD) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

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

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 11% on the San José to Athens route. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $1,156 round-trip on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at $1,295, a difference of $139. 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 Athens?

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

  • How long is a flight from San José to Athens?

    A nonstop flight from San José to Athens takes 0h 00m, covering 6,751 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from San José 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.

  • Have flight prices from San José to Athens 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 $910 to $4,028. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from San José to Athens are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $914, which is 23% above the typical average for this route.

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

    Flying via Zurich (ZRH) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 16h 58m, compared with 18h 08m via Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl (YUL) and 18h 23m via Frankfurt am Main (FRA).

  • What is the time difference between San José and Athens?

    Athens is 9 hours ahead of San José (Eastern European Time vs Central 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 $2 for economy cars. Top options include:
    • Centauro
    • Record go
    • Europcar
    • SURPRICE CAR RENTAL
    • Alamo

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

    Round-trip flights from San José to Athens range from $1,118 to $1,410, with an average of $1,254 over the past 12 months. Anything below $1,118 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking San José to Athens flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Tuesday departure instead of Saturday. On this route, Tuesday flights average $1,156 - about $139 less than Saturday (11% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your San José to Athens trip for January. Fares historically average $1,032 round-trip in that month - typically $617 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).

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