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$969+ 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 1/14. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SJO — ATH
Jan 16 — Jan 231
Fri 1/16
Fri 1/23
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from San José Juan Santamaria Intl to Athens Eleftherios V. are usually found in November or February, booked 20 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Tuesday and return on a Monday

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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 December 17, 2025.

This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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.
Mon 12/158:05 pmSJO - ATH
2 stops21h 10mMultiple Airlines
Mon 12/222:35 pmATH - SJO
1 stop35h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/15$1,498
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/169:40 amSJO - ATH
2 stops32h 00mUnited Airlines
Tue 12/236:35 amATH - SJO
2 stops23h 25mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/15$1,537
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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.
Mon 12/158:05 pmSJO - ATH
2 stops21h 10mKLM
Mon 12/226:05 amATH - SJO
2 stops19h 45mKLM
Deal found 12/15$1,566
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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 12/168:30 pmSJO - ATH
1 stop20h 45mMultiple Airlines
Mon 12/223:25 amATH - SJO
1 stop22h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/15$1,579
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/179:40 amSJO - ATH
2 stops48h 25mUnited Airlines
Wed 12/246:35 amATH - SJO
2 stops23h 25mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/16$1,630
This SWISS deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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 SWISS is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/158:10 pmSJO - ATH
3 stops34h 00mSWISS
Mon 12/222:55 pmATH - SJO
2 stops55h 10mSWISS
Deal found 12/15$1,650
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/159:40 amSJO - ATH
2 stops30h 45mUnited Airlines
Mon 12/226:25 amATH - SJO
2 stops47h 35mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/15$1,727
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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 12/208:05 pmSJO - ATH
2 stops21h 10mKLM
Wed 12/245:20 pmATH - SJO
2 stops32h 30mKLM
Deal found 12/15$1,826
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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.
Fri 12/196:15 pmSJO - ATH
1 stop22h 20mIberia
Sun 1/47:15 amATH - SJO
1 stop17h 20mIberia
Deal found 12/15$1,827
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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.
Fri 12/198:30 pmSJO - ATH
1 stop20h 45mMultiple Airlines
Tue 1/62:35 pmATH - SJO
1 stop35h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/15$1,954

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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 December 17, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$989
(Scandinavian Airlines)

One-way from

$969
(KLM)

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$1,335
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price ($108 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($27 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
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 December 17, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San José to Athens that are best for you.

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San José

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Athens

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San JoséAthens

SJO - ATH

SJOATH

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 3/4

5:50 am-1:20 pm

3 stops23h 30m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Wed 3/11

8:50 am-7:05 am

3 stops30h 15m

$989

San JoséAthens

SJO - ATH

SJOATH

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 5/4

4:10 am-6:40 pm

3 stops29h 30m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Sun 5/10

7:45 am-8:21 am

3 stops33h 36m

$995

San JoséAthens

SJO - ATH

SJOATH

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 2/6

4:09 am-7:30 pm

3 stops31h 21m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Tue 2/17

8:50 am-9:06 am

3 stops32h 16m

$1,111

San JoséAthens

SJO - ATH

SJOATH

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 5/23

4:30 pm-12:40 am

1 stop23h 10m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Wed 6/3

7:15 am-3:05 pm

1 stop16h 50m

$1,142

San JoséAthens

SJO - ATH

SJOATH

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 6/14

4:30 pm-11:45 am

1 stop34h 15m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Sat 6/20

7:15 am-2:35 pm

1 stop16h 20m

$1,168

San JoséAthens

SJO - ATH

SJOATH

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 5/23

4:10 am-8:15 pm

3 stops31h 05m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Wed 6/3

7:45 am-8:21 am

3 stops33h 36m

$1,168

San JoséAthens

SJO - ATH

SJOATH

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 6/14

2:50 pm-2:15 am

2 stops26h 25m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Fri 6/19

3:05 am-7:12 am

2 stops37h 07m

$1,198

San JoséAthens

SJO - ATH

SJOATH

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 1/14

8:30 pm-1:15 am

1 stop20h 45m

$969

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Deals found on 12/14

Compare providers for flights from San José to Athens

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from San José to Athens in December.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on San José-Athens flights, users find the pricing of eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on San José-Athens flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from San José-Athens flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on San José-Athens flights, Cheapflights users trust eDreams the most. eDreams 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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Everything you need to know about your flight from San José to Athens

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 December 12, 2025.

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 $923). Flying from San José to Athens in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,142). 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.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from SJO to ATH?

Find hourly flight availability from San José to Athens. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated December 17, 2025.

When flying from San José to Athens, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight at noon, which can drop the price by up to 28% versus a flight in the afternoon.

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 December 17, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Air France 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
1,506 reviews

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

7.4

Crew

8.2

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
1,506 reviews
Air France
7.4
Good
1,506 reviews

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

7.4

Crew

8.2

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.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from San José to Athens round-trip?

    Air France, at $1,002, was found to be the cheapest airline from San José to Athens.. This flight start at 20% 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 $923). Flying from San José to Athens in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,142). 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 airline flying from San José to Athens

Discover the top airline 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 December 17, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air FranceCheapest$1,002Average$1,303FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%

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