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Cheapest return flight
£873
Typical prices: £828-£1,045
Multiple Airlines
Fri 23/11Thu 29/11
SJO - ATH • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way flight
£727
Typical prices: £502-£638
KLM
Sun 16/12
SJO - ATH • 1 stop
Direct 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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When to travel
January
Cheapest • 18% price drop
May
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS)
Cheapest • Avg £842 (return)
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 return flight deals from San José to Athens

Mon, 23 Nov - Sun, 29 Nov
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15:00 - 21:00SJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
22h 00m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Istanbul
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10:10 - 13:48ATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
35h 38m2 stops Istanbul New York John F Kennedy Intl
£873Multiple Airlines
Mon, 23 Nov - Sun, 29 Nov
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15:00 - 21:00SJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
22h 00m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Istanbul
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15:45 - 13:48ATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
30h 03m2 stops Istanbul New York John F Kennedy Intl
£880Multiple Airlines
Thu, 14 Jan - Tue, 26 Jan
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13:55 - 12:05SJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
38h 10m2 stops Newark Munich Franz Josef Strauss
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17:40 - 14:55ATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
29h 15m1 stop Zurich
£886Multiple Airlines
Mon, 23 Nov - Sun, 29 Nov
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19:30 - 01:20SJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
21h 50m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
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05:55 - 17:30ATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
19h 35m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
£888KLM
Fri, 30 Oct - Sun, 8 Nov
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08:40 - 01:30SJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
32h 50m2 stops San Francisco Munich Franz Josef Strauss
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07:05 - 22:30ATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
23h 25m2 stops Zurich Toronto Pearson Intl
£888Multiple Airlines
Mon, 23 Nov - Sun, 29 Nov
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15:00 - 21:00SJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
22h 00m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Istanbul
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10:10 - 13:48ATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
35h 38m2 stops Istanbul New York John F Kennedy Intl
£896Multiple Airlines
Mon, 26 Oct - Mon, 2 Nov
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08:40 - 12:55SJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
44h 15m2 stops San Francisco Zurich
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07:05 - 12:42ATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
37h 37m2 stops Zurich Newark
£897United Airlines
Sun, 10 Jan - Sat, 23 Jan
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14:15 - 12:05SJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
37h 50m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Munich Franz Josef Strauss
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07:05 - 19:53ATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
20h 48m2 stops Zurich Newark
£904United Airlines
Sun, 24 Jan - Mon, 1 Feb
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19:30 - 01:20SJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
21h 50m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
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06:10 - 22:05ATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
23h 55m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
£908KLM
Mon, 23 Nov - Sun, 29 Nov
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07:00 - 16:30SJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
25h 30m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Amsterdam Schiphol
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05:55 - 17:30ATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
19h 35m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
£908KLM
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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 and 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 £765 return.
  • December (£1,222) and July (£1,125) 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

£727
Best time to beat the crowds (18% less expensive on average)
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).

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

    Only Economy class is available on flights from San José to Athens.

  • 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 £856 return on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at £959, a difference of £103. 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, Monastiraki, and Syntagma Square. These are among the most viewed places in Athens on KAYAK.

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

    A direct 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, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about £873 to £2,980. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x 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 £1,345, which is 145% above the typical average for this route.

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

    Flying via Zurich (ZRH) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 16h 58m, compared to 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.

  • Which car hire options are available at Athens Eleftherios V. Airport (ATH)?

    Athens Eleftherios V. Airport (ATH) hosts 5 major car hire 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?

    Return flights from San José to Athens range from £828 to £1,045, with an average of £929 over the past 12 months. Anything below £828 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 are flexible, aim for a Tuesday departure instead of Saturday. On this route, Tuesday flights average £856 – about £103 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 £765 return in that month – typically £457 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).

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