Cheap flights from San José (SJO) to Athens (ATH) from $660

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 5/23. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
SJO — ATH
may. 21 — may. 281

The best prices from San José Juan Santamaria Intl to Athens Eleftherios V. are usually found in February or November, booked 40 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Sunday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap 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 mayo 16, 2024.

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,133

Round-trip from

$614
High demand for flights, 24% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 19% potential price drop
Average for round-trip flights in May 2024
From San José Juan Santamaria Intl to Athens Eleftherios V.

What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from San José, San José Province to Athens?

Users have found that leaving on a Sunday can be a cost-effective option. It’s possible to save up to 25% on your flight compared to booking on days when demand is much higher.

How far in advance should I book a flight from San José, San José Province to Athens?

Users have found that booking a flight from San José, San José Province to Athens at least 39 days early can save you up to 12% on average compared to booking a flight this week. If booking 39 days before your flight isn’t an option for you, users have found flights from San José, San José Province to Athens for as little as $1,044 when booking for a departure date within the next two weeks. You can also check prices now. Some users have found airline tickets as low as $1,316 for flights departing within the next 3 days.

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

Our data shows that February tends to be the cheapest month to fly to Athens from San José, San José Province. Users have commonly found prices around $1,284 for the month, but tickets can be as low as $949. Due to multiple factors, prepare for potentially higher prices in July.

When is the cheapest time to fly from San José, San José Province to Athens (SJO - ATH)?

When flying from San José, San José Province to Athens, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the morning, which can drop the price by up to 19% versus a flight in the afternoon.

Cheap Air France flights from San José to Athens

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Air France for the route between San José and Athens. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,637,452 searches. Data last updated mayo 16, 2024.
Peruse some of the lowest-priced Air France flights we've found from San José to Athens. Make sure to check back often as deals are often changing.
jue. 7/187:00 pmSJO - ATH
1 stop19h 15mAir France
sáb. 8/316:30 amATH - SJO
1 stop19h 25mAir France
Deal found 5/15$1,063
mié. 7/107:00 pmSJO - ATH
1 stop15h 05mAir France
vie. 7/266:30 amATH - SJO
1 stop19h 25mAir France
Deal found 5/16$1,469

Cheap SWISS flights from San José to Athens

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by SWISS for the route between San José and Athens. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,637,452 searches. Data last updated mayo 16, 2024.
Have a look at some of the cheapest available SWISS flights departing from San José and landing in Athens. Deals are refreshing constantly so come back soon for more options.
mié. 6/122:40 pmSJO - ATH
3 stops45h 10mSWISS
mié. 6/199:40 pmATH - SJO
2 stops48h 35mSWISS
Deal found 5/15$1,096
mié. 7/102:40 pmSJO - ATH
3 stops21h 10mSWISS
vie. 7/269:40 pmATH - SJO
2 stops48h 35mSWISS
Deal found 5/16$1,823

Cheap San José to Athens flights in May & June 2024

Find cheap flight options from San José to Athens specifically for the months of May and June 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,637,452 searches. Prices were last updated on mayo 16, 2024.
Listed are some of the best fares we've found on flights departing from San José to Athens in 2024. Check back regularly for other flight deals.
mié. 6/127:15 amSJO - ATH
2 stops21h 00mMultiple Airlines
mié. 6/1912:10 pmATH - SJO
2 stops41h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/15$980
mié. 6/127:15 amSJO - ATH
2 stops21h 00mMultiple Airlines
mié. 6/192:05 pmATH - SJO
1 stop36h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/15$1,015
mié. 6/122:40 pmSJO - ATH
3 stops45h 10mSWISS
mié. 6/199:40 pmATH - SJO
2 stops48h 35mSWISS
Deal found 5/15$1,096
lun. 6/37:45 pmSJO - ATH
2 stops24h 45mMultiple Airlines
sáb. 6/88:55 amATH - SJO
1 stop17h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/15$1,201
lun. 6/39:36 amSJO - ATH
3 stops34h 54mMultiple Airlines
sáb. 6/88:55 amATH - SJO
1 stop17h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/15$1,212
lun. 6/37:45 pmSJO - ATH
2 stops24h 45mMultiple Airlines
sáb. 6/810:25 amATH - SJO
3 stops22h 44mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/15$1,224
mié. 6/122:40 pmSJO - ATH
3 stops21h 10mMultiple Airlines
mié. 6/197:00 amATH - SJO
2 stops21h 37mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/15$1,226
lun. 6/39:36 amSJO - ATH
3 stops34h 54mMultiple Airlines
sáb. 6/810:25 amATH - SJO
3 stops22h 44mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/15$1,248
lun. 6/34:15 pmSJO - ATH
1 stop18h 20mIberia
sáb. 6/81:00 pmATH - SJO
1 stop34h 50mIberia
Deal found 5/15$1,279

San José to Athens 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between San José and Athens in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,637,452 searches. Data last updated mayo 16, 2024.
Listed are some of the best fares we've found on flights departing from San José to Athens in 2024. Check back regularly for other flight deals.
sáb. 11/27:55 amSJO - ATH
1 stop18h 35mAir Canada
sáb. 11/91:15 pmATH - SJO
2 stops30h 10mAir Canada
Deal found 5/15$935
mié. 6/127:15 amSJO - ATH
2 stops21h 00mMultiple Airlines
mié. 6/1912:10 pmATH - SJO
2 stops41h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/15$980
sáb. 11/27:55 amSJO - ATH
2 stops25h 55mAir Canada
sáb. 11/91:15 pmATH - SJO
2 stops30h 10mAir Canada
Deal found 5/15$999
sáb. 11/27:55 amSJO - ATH
2 stops25h 55mAir Canada
sáb. 11/91:15 pmATH - SJO
2 stops30h 10mAir Canada
Deal found 5/16$1,000
jue. 9/1212:44 pmSJO - ATH
2 stops37h 11mMultiple Airlines
sáb. 11/91:15 pmATH - SJO
2 stops30h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/16$1,007
mié. 6/127:15 amSJO - ATH
2 stops21h 00mMultiple Airlines
mié. 6/192:05 pmATH - SJO
1 stop36h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/15$1,015
jue. 9/127:55 amSJO - ATH
2 stops24h 40mUnited Airlines
sáb. 11/97:05 amATH - SJO
2 stops20h 48mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/15$1,016
sáb. 11/27:55 amSJO - ATH
1 stop18h 35mAir Canada
sáb. 11/91:15 pmATH - SJO
2 stops32h 02mAir Canada
Deal found 5/16$1,050
jue. 7/187:00 pmSJO - ATH
1 stop19h 15mAir France
sáb. 8/316:30 amATH - SJO
1 stop19h 25mAir France
Deal found 5/15$1,063

One-way flights to Athens from San José

Search for one-way flight options from San José to Athens. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,637,452 searches. Data last updated mayo 16, 2024.
Users in need of a one-way flight from San José to Athens can choose from these deals. Those needing a return flight from San José to Athens can use the search form above.
jue. 5/234:59 pmSJO - ATH
3 stops46h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/15$660
mié. 8/142:40 pmSJO - ATH
2 stops39h 05mSWISS
Deal found 5/15$857
jue. 5/237:25 pmSJO - ATH
2 stops42h 20mLufthansa
Deal found 5/15$858
mié. 5/222:04 amSJO - ATH
3 stops32h 41mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/15$872
mar. 8/137:25 pmSJO - ATH
1 stop18h 10mLufthansa
Deal found 5/15$878
mié. 8/142:40 pmSJO - ATH
3 stops21h 20mLufthansa
Deal found 5/15$885
jue. 5/237:00 amSJO - ATH
1 stop18h 40mKLM
Deal found 5/15$1,082
vie. 8/232:50 pmSJO - ATH
1 stop37h 40mSWISS
Deal found 5/16$1,089
mié. 5/222:04 amSJO - ATH
2 stops35h 31mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/15$1,214

Find flights from San José to Athens within your budget

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 2,637,452 searches. Data last updated mayo 16, 2024.

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San José Juan Santamaria IntlAthens Eleftherios V.

SJO - ATH

SJOATH

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

mié. 6/12

2 stops21h 00m

Athens Eleftherios V.

mié. 6/19

2 stops41h 40m

$980

San José Juan Santamaria IntlAthens Eleftherios V.

SJO - ATH

SJOATH

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

mié. 6/12

2 stops21h 00m

Athens Eleftherios V.

mié. 6/19

1 stop36h 30m

$1,015

San José Juan Santamaria IntlAthens Eleftherios V.

SJO - ATH

SJOATH

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

jue. 7/18

1 stop19h 15m

Athens Eleftherios V.

sáb. 8/31

1 stop19h 25m

$1,063

San José Juan Santamaria IntlAthens Eleftherios V.

SJO - ATH

SJOATH

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

jue. 7/18

1 stop19h 15m

Athens Eleftherios V.

sáb. 8/31

2 stops20h 10m

$1,092

San José Juan Santamaria IntlAthens Eleftherios V.

SJO - ATH

SJOATH

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

mié. 6/12

3 stops45h 10m

Athens Eleftherios V.

mié. 6/19

2 stops48h 35m

$1,096

San José Juan Santamaria IntlAthens Eleftherios V.

SJO - ATH

SJOATH

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

jue. 7/18

2 stops32h 15m

Athens Eleftherios V.

sáb. 8/31

2 stops38h 21m

$1,176

San José Juan Santamaria IntlAthens Eleftherios V.

SJO - ATH

SJOATH

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

lun. 6/3

1 stop18h 20m

Athens Eleftherios V.

sáb. 6/8

1 stop34h 50m

$1,279

San José Juan Santamaria IntlAthens Eleftherios V.

SJO - ATH

SJOATH

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

dom. 7/14

1 stop16h 10m

Athens Eleftherios V.

vie. 7/19

2 stops41h 40m

$1,450

San José Juan Santamaria IntlAthens Eleftherios V.

SJO - ATH

SJOATH

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

mié. 7/10

3 stops57h 13m

Athens Eleftherios V.

dom. 7/21

2 stops29h 38m

$1,703

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Deals found on 5/15

When is the best time to book a flight from San José, San José Province 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 May 10, 2024.
The price you pay for your flight from San José, San José Province to Athens may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 38 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.
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When is the cheapest time to fly from San José, San José Province to Athens?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from San José to Athens. Price data was last updated on May 12, 2024.
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Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San José, San José Province to Athens flight should consider departing on Sunday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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Average price of flights to Athens by month

Plan your trip from San José to Athens by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight from San José to Athens is currently $933 while a round-trip flight costs $1,206. Price data was last updated on May 12, 2024.

Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San José, San José Province to Athens (average of $614). Flying from San José, San José Province to Athens in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,538). 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.

January

$733

February

$742

March

$801

April

$708

May

$1,021

June

$1,538

July

$1,296

August

$1,095

September

$1,046

October

$787

November

$632

December

$614

Temperature and rainfall in Athens by month

Plan your trip to Athens by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.

ATH

Temperature

50 - 82.4 °F

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 mayo 16, 2024.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Air France, SWISS and United Airlines from San José to Athens to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
7.9
Good
1,568 reviews

Entertainment

7.2

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.6

Food

7.3

Crew

8.4

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Departure was late. Plane much too small for an 11 hour flight. One bathroom was out of order in a completely full flight.

7.9
Good
1,568 reviews
7.9
Good
1,568 reviews

Entertainment

7.2

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.6

Food

7.3

Crew

8.4

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Departure was late. Plane much too small for an 11 hour flight. One bathroom was out of order in a completely full flight.

7.8
Good
1,994 reviews
7.9
Good
1,568 reviews

Entertainment

7.2

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.6

Food

7.3

Crew

8.4

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Departure was late. Plane much too small for an 11 hour flight. One bathroom was out of order in a completely full flight.

7.6
Good
2,528 reviews
7.9
Good
1,568 reviews

Entertainment

7.2

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.6

Food

7.3

Crew

8.4

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Departure was late. Plane much too small for an 11 hour flight. One bathroom was out of order in a completely full flight.

7.6
Good
1,764 reviews
7.9
Good
1,568 reviews

Entertainment

7.2

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.6

Food

7.3

Crew

8.4

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Departure was late. Plane much too small for an 11 hour flight. One bathroom was out of order in a completely full flight.

7.4
Good
10,924 reviews
7.9
Good
1,568 reviews

Entertainment

7.2

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.6

Food

7.3

Crew

8.4

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Departure was late. Plane much too small for an 11 hour flight. One bathroom was out of order in a completely full flight.

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  • Can I find flights from San José, San José Province to Athens for under $1,000 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from San José, San José Province to Athens for under $1,000. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Multiple Airlines for just $980, but on average you can expect to pay $1,195.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from San José, San José Province to Athens is Air France. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $1,063 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are SWISS and United Airlines, starting at $1,096 and $1,176 round-trip. Users have found that Air France is 17% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from San José, San José Province to Athens one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for SWISS. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $857. Users have also found prices from $858 and $1,082 on Lufthansa and KLM, respectively.

  • What are the most popular airlines that fly from San José, San José Province to Athens?

  • What does SJO to ATH mean?

    San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport is SJO and Athens Eleftherios V. Airport is ATH. These codes are created by the International Air Transport Association (IATA) and airlines use them to identify the departing and arrival airports in the flight routes they service.

  • Can I find deals for flights from San José to Athens that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your San José to Athens flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

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    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter San José to Athens flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

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    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.

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    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.

  • Can I find deals for flights from San José to Athens that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from San José to Athens offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from San José to Athens?

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    The San José, San José Province to Athens flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 5/16.

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Top 5 airlines flying from San José to Athens

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Air CanadaCheapest$918Average$1,275FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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SWISSCheapest$922Average$1,210FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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LufthansaCheapest$995Average$1,111FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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United AirlinesCheapest$1,019Average$1,313FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Air FranceCheapest$1,406Average$1,698FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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