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Cheapest round-trip
$676
Typical prices: $689-$1,156
Virgin Atlantic
Sat 10/13Sun 10/21
SJC - ATH • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way
$472
Typical prices: $529-$792
Air Canada
Sat 10/6
SJC - ATH • 3 stops
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between San Jose and Athens. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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May
Cheapest • 24% price drop
September
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Top layover airports
Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD)
Cheapest • Avg $717 (round-trip)
Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW)
Shortest trip • 19h 07m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from San Jose to Athens (SJC-ATH)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from San Jose to Athens

Tue, Oct 13 - Wed, Oct 21
Virgin Atlantic Logo
4:31 pm - 7:50 amSJC  San Jose-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
29h 19m2 stops Los Angeles New York John F Kennedy Intl
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10:05 am - 11:00 pmATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-SJC San Jose
22h 55m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$676Virgin Atlantic
Tue, Oct 13 - Wed, Oct 21
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6:34 pm - 7:50 amSJC  San Jose-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
27h 16m2 stops Los Angeles New York John F Kennedy Intl
Virgin Atlantic Logo
9:45 am - 9:25 pmATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-SJC San Jose
21h 40m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$676Virgin Atlantic
Tue, Oct 27 - Tue, Nov 17
Delta Logo
12:57 pm - 1:20 amSJC  San Jose-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
27h 23m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Amsterdam Schiphol
Delta Logo
11:45 am - 10:40 amATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-SJC San Jose
32h 55m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Los Angeles
$694Delta
Tue, Oct 27 - Tue, Nov 17
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8:45 am - 9:20 pmSJC  San Jose-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
27h 35m2 stops Denver Intl Frankfurt am Main
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6:40 am - 9:08 pmATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-SJC San Jose
24h 28m2 stops Munich Franz Josef Strauss Denver Intl
$709Lufthansa
Tue, Oct 27 - Tue, Nov 17
United Airlines Logo
6:30 am - 9:20 pmSJC  San Jose-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
29h 50m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Frankfurt am Main
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1:00 pm - 10:59 pmATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-SJC San Jose
43h 59m3 stops Toronto Pearson Intl Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Chicago O'Hare Intl
$726United Airlines
Mon, Oct 26 - Mon, Nov 9
Delta Logo
6:30 am - 1:40 pmSJC  San Jose-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
22h 10m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Paris Charles de Gaulle
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5:55 am - 6:45 pmATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-SJC San Jose
22h 50m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$755Delta
Thu, Dec 24 - Mon, Dec 28
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1:59 pm - 1:40 pmSJC  San Jose-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
37h 41m2 stops Los Angeles Paris Charles de Gaulle
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2:40 pm - 4:36 pmATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-SJC San Jose
35h 56m2 stops Paris Charles de Gaulle Los Angeles
$783Delta
Wed, Dec 23 - Mon, Dec 28
Delta Logo
1:59 pm - 4:35 pmSJC  San Jose-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
40h 36m2 stops Los Angeles Amsterdam Schiphol
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2:40 pm - 9:50 pmATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-SJC San Jose
41h 10m2 stops Paris Charles de Gaulle Los Angeles
$798Delta
Wed, Dec 23 - Sun, Dec 27
Delta Logo
1:59 pm - 4:35 pmSJC  San Jose-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
40h 36m2 stops Los Angeles Amsterdam Schiphol
Delta Logo
11:45 am - 11:23 amATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-SJC San Jose
33h 38m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$823Delta
Tue, Oct 13 - Wed, Oct 21
Virgin Atlantic Logo
6:30 am - 11:00 amSJC  San Jose-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
18h 30m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Virgin Atlantic Logo
9:45 am - 9:25 pmATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-SJC San Jose
21h 40m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$836Virgin Atlantic
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Price, demand and travel trends for San Jose to Athens flights

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

Round-trip flights from San Jose to Athens start at $676. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $689 to $1,156. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $676 on Virgin Atlantic.

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Key details for San Jose to Athens flights

Low season

January

Cheapest flight

$472
Most popular time to fly with an average 25% increase in price.
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When to book flights from San Jose to Athens

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from San Jose 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 Jose 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 Jose to Athens?

    Flights from San Jose to Athens usually depart from San Jose (SJC) and arrive at Athens Eleftherios V. (ATH).

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

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from San Jose to Athens:

    • Economy Class
    • Business Class

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

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

    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 50% of one-stop connections
    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 38% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 13% of one-stop connections

    Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

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

    On the San Jose to Athens route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 47%. Saturday is the cheapest day at $643 round-trip on average, while Wednesday is the most expensive at $1,201: a $558 difference. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • What popular places can I visit in Athens?

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

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

    A nonstop flight from San Jose to Athens takes 0h 00m, covering 6,793 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from San Jose 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 San Jose to Athens looking right now?

    One-way fares from San Jose to Athens are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $536, which is 10% below the typical average for this route.

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

    Flying via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 18h 57m, compared with 19h 07m via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) and 21h 03m via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL).

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

    Athens is 10 hours ahead of San Jose (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 $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 Jose to Athens flight?

    Round-trip flights from San Jose to Athens range from $689 to $1,156, with an average of $844 over the past 12 months. Anything below $689 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking San Jose 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 Saturday departure instead of Wednesday. On this route, Saturday flights average $643 - about $558 less than Wednesday (46% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your San Jose to Athens trip for May. Fares historically average $643 round-trip in that month - typically $853 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).

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