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$492+ Cheap flights from San José (SJO) to Athens (ATH)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 2/28. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SJO — ATH
Feb 28 — Mar 71
Sat 2/28
Sat 3/7
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from San José to Athens

Cheapest flights from San José to Athens
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San José to Athens. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 29, 2026.

This Air France deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Air France is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 5/177:15 pm
SJO
-
ATH
1 stop33h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 5/306:00 am
ATH
-
SJO
1 stop19h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/28$920
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 5/177:15 pm
SJO
-
ATH
2 stops20h 55m
KLM
Sat 5/306:00 am
ATH
-
SJO
1 stop19h 20m
KLM
Deal found 1/28$923
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 2/75:15 pm
SJO
-
ATH
2 stops24h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 2/172:35 pm
ATH
-
SJO
1 stop35h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/27$933
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 1/278:05 pm
SJO
-
ATH
2 stops21h 10m
KLM
Tue 2/36:05 am
ATH
-
SJO
2 stops19h 45m
KLM
Deal found 1/27$953
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/304:10 pm
SJO
-
ATH
1 stop23h 30m
Iberia
Mon 10/127:15 am
ATH
-
SJO
1 stop16h 20m
Iberia
Deal found 1/27$965
This Iberia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Iberia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/284:10 pm
SJO
-
ATH
1 stop23h 30m
Iberia
Fri 10/97:15 am
ATH
-
SJO
1 stop16h 20m
Iberia
Deal found 1/28$984
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/107:00 am
SJO
-
ATH
2 stops22h 00m
KLM
Mon 3/161:45 pm
ATH
-
SJO
1 stop36h 40m
KLM
Deal found 1/29$986
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/236:25 pm
SJO
-
ATH
1 stop21h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 6/36:35 am
ATH
-
SJO
1 stop19h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/27$994

Find flight deals from San José to Athens

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San José (SJO) to Athens (ATH). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated January 29, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$920
(Air France)

One-way from

$492
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$1,307
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Customize your flight search to find flights from San José to Athens that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated January 29, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San José to Athens that are best for you.

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San JoséAthens

SJO - ATH

SJOATH

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 5/17

7:15 pm-1:10 am

2 stops20h 55m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Sat 5/30

6:00 am-4:20 pm

1 stop19h 20m

$923

San JoséAthens

SJO - ATH

SJOATH

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 5/17

7:15 pm-1:10 am

2 stops20h 55m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Sat 5/30

6:35 am-4:20 pm

2 stops18h 45m

$944

San JoséAthens

SJO - ATH

SJOATH

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 3/10

7:00 am-1:00 pm

2 stops22h 00m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Mon 3/16

1:45 pm-6:25 pm

1 stop36h 40m

$986

San JoséAthens

SJO - ATH

SJOATH

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 3/10

8:30 pm-1:15 am

1 stop20h 45m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Tue 3/17

6:05 am-6:25 pm

1 stop20h 20m

$998

San JoséAthens

SJO - ATH

SJOATH

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 3/10

7:00 am-1:00 pm

2 stops22h 00m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Sun 3/15

2:35 pm-5:50 pm

1 stop35h 15m

$999

San JoséAthens

SJO - ATH

SJOATH

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 5/23

6:25 pm-1:10 am

1 stop21h 45m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Wed 6/3

1:35 pm-4:20 pm

1 stop35h 45m

$999

San JoséAthens

SJO - ATH

SJOATH

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 4/14

10:10 am-2:59 am

2 stops31h 49m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Mon 4/20

4:10 am-11:30 pm

2 stops28h 20m

$1,001

San JoséAthens

SJO - ATH

SJOATH

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 5/23

6:25 pm-1:10 am

1 stop21h 45m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Sat 5/30

6:35 am-4:20 pm

2 stops18h 45m

$1,036

San JoséAthens

SJO - ATH

SJOATH

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 3/10

7:00 am-1:00 pm

2 stops22h 00m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Sun 3/15

6:05 am-5:50 pm

2 stops19h 45m

$1,060

San JoséAthens

SJO - ATH

SJOATH

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 2/9

8:30 pm-1:15 am

1 stop20h 45m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Sun 2/22

2:35 pm-5:50 pm

1 stop35h 15m

$1,063

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  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on San José-Athens flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for San José-Athens flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from San José to Athens

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How far ahead should I book a flight from San José to Athens?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San José to Athens. Price data was last updated on January 23, 2026.

The price you pay for your flight from San José to Athens may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 20 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San José to Athens?

Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San José to Athens (average of $943). Flying from San José to Athens in April is currently the most expensive (average of $1,295). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

Reviews of airlines servicing Athens

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Athens. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Athens. Reviews last updated January 29, 2026.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Air France and Iberia from San José to Athens to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Air France
7.4
Good
1,528 reviews

Boarding

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

7.4

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Alpha Amadu,Dec 2025

CKY - CDG

Super calm and deliberate, staff are exceptionally down to detail
Air France
7.4
Good
1,528 reviews
Air France
7.4
Good
1,528 reviews

Boarding

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

7.4

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Alpha Amadu,Dec 2025

CKY - CDG

Super calm and deliberate, staff are exceptionally down to detail
Iberia
7.0
Good
3,100 reviews
Air France
7.4
Good
1,528 reviews

Boarding

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

7.4

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Alpha Amadu,Dec 2025

CKY - CDG

Super calm and deliberate, staff are exceptionally down to detail

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San José to Athens. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

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

    Departing from San José to Athens will take you 20h 55m. The distance from San José to Athens is about 6751 mi.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from San José to Athens round-trip?

    Iberia, at $914, was found to be the cheapest airline from San José to Athens. An alternate airline flying to your destination would be Air France. These flights start at 27% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • Can I find deals for flights from San José to Athens that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on San José to Athens flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from San José to Athens?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from San José to Athens.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from San José to Athens?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San José to Athens by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San José to Athens?

    Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San José to Athens (average of $943). Flying from San José to Athens in April is currently the most expensive (average of $1,295). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 2 airlines flying from San José to Athens

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from San José to Athens. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated January 29, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
IberiaCheapest$914Average$1,174FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Air FranceCheapest$1,002Average$1,303FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%

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