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$269+ Cheap flights from San Jose, CA (SJC) to Europe

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 1/18. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SJC — CPH
Dec 6 — Dec 131
Sat 12/6
Sat 12/13
1 adult, Economy
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This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/5. 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 12/2910:55 pmSJC - BCN
1 stop24h 45mKLM
Wed 1/1410:55 amBCN - SJC
1 stop19h 25mKLM
Deal found 11/5$424
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/5. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/87:00 amSJC - MAD
2 stops17h 15mDelta
Wed 12/2411:15 amMAD - SJC
1 stop32h 59mDelta
Deal found 11/5$428
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/5. 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 12/16:25 amSJC - MAD
1 stop17h 50mKLM
Fri 12/1211:15 amMAD - SJC
1 stop20h 40mKLM
Deal found 11/5$429
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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 11/910:25 pmSJC - BCN
1 stop25h 15mKLM
Wed 11/1910:55 amBCN - SJC
1 stop21h 01mKLM
Deal found 11/4$434
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Tue 12/26:00 amSJC - MAD
1 stop18h 25mIberia
Mon 12/812:55 amMAD - SJC
1 stop21h 29mIberia
Deal found 11/4$434
This eDestinos deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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 eDestinos is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/26:00 amSJC - MAD
1 stop15h 15mIberia
Tue 12/166:45 amMAD - SJC
2 stops22h 51mIberia
Deal found 11/4$437
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/95:45 amSJC - BCN
2 stops17h 55mDelta
Wed 11/1910:55 amBCN - SJC
2 stops21h 57mDelta
Deal found 11/4$438
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/5. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/26:35 amSJC - MAD
1 stop17h 40mDelta
Fri 12/1211:15 amMAD - SJC
1 stop20h 40mDelta
Deal found 11/5$438
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/5. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/612:55 pmSJC - BCN
1 stop34h 45mDelta
Tue 12/1610:55 amBCN - SJC
1 stop21h 00mDelta
Deal found 11/5$439
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/5. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/86:10 amSJC - MAD
2 stops17h 40mAmerican Airlines
Wed 12/2412:00 pmMAD - SJC
2 stops31h 03mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/5$440
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/5. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/26:35 amSJC - MAD
1 stop17h 40mDelta
Thu 12/1111:15 amMAD - SJC
2 stops30h 09mDelta
Deal found 11/5$442
This Finnair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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 Finnair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/16:00 amSJC - MAD
2 stops17h 50mMultiple Airlines
Mon 12/812:55 amMAD - SJC
2 stops26h 37mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/4$443

Cheap flight deals from San Jose to Europe

Keep the following information in mind while searching for San Jose to Europe flight deals. Data was last updated November 6, 2025.

Round-trip from

$381
(eDestinos)

One-way from

$269
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$816
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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Jose to Europe 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 November 6, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Jose to Europe that are best for you.

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San JoseMadrid

SJC - MAD

SJCMAD

San Jose

Mon 12/1

6:25 am-9:15 am

1 stop17h 50m

Madrid Barajas

Fri 12/12

11:15 am-10:56 pm

2 stops20h 41m

$429

San JoseMadrid

SJC - MAD

SJCMAD

San Jose

Tue 12/2

6:35 am-9:15 am

1 stop17h 40m

Madrid Barajas

Fri 12/12

11:15 am-8:41 pm

1 stop18h 26m

$438

San JoseMadrid

SJC - MAD

SJCMAD

San Jose

Tue 12/2

6:35 am-9:15 am

1 stop17h 40m

Madrid Barajas

Wed 12/10

11:15 am-10:55 pm

1 stop20h 40m

$438

San JoseMadrid

SJC - MAD

SJCMAD

San Jose

Mon 12/1

6:00 am-8:50 am

2 stops17h 50m

Madrid Barajas

Mon 12/8

12:55 am-6:32 pm

2 stops26h 37m

$443

San JoseMadrid

SJC - MAD

SJCMAD

San Jose

Sun 1/11

2:06 pm-8:00 am

2 stops32h 54m

Madrid Barajas

Wed 1/21

10:00 am-10:57 am

2 stops33h 57m

$443

San JoseMadrid

SJC - MAD

SJCMAD

San Jose

Sun 1/11

6:20 pm-8:00 am

2 stops28h 40m

Madrid Barajas

Tue 1/20

10:00 am-9:56 pm

2 stops20h 56m

$443

San JoseMadrid

SJC - MAD

SJCMAD

San Jose

Sun 1/11

2:06 pm-8:00 am

2 stops32h 54m

Madrid Barajas

Thu 1/22

10:00 am-10:57 am

2 stops33h 57m

$443

San JoseBarcelona

SJC - BCN

SJCBCN

San Jose

Sun 12/7

5:45 am-2:00 pm

2 stops23h 15m

Barcelona-El Prat

Tue 12/16

10:15 am-8:24 am

2 stops31h 09m

$457

San JoseMadrid

SJC - MAD

SJCMAD

San Jose

Wed 12/3

3:43 pm-7:10 pm

2 stops18h 27m

Madrid Barajas

Thu 12/11

11:15 am-8:41 pm

1 stop18h 26m

$457

San JoseMadrid

SJC - MAD

SJCMAD

San Jose

Wed 12/3

7:15 am-7:10 pm

2 stops26h 55m

Madrid Barajas

Wed 12/10

11:15 am-8:41 pm

1 stop18h 26m

$457

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Best time to book a flight from San Jose to Europe

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Europe from San Jose with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from San Jose to Europe

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Jose, California to Europe?

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Jose, California to Europe (average of $301). Flying from San Jose, California to Europe in June is currently the most expensive (average of $636). 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 SJC to EU?

Find hourly flight availability from San Jose to Europe. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated November 6, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from San Jose, California to Europe in the afternoon. By choosing this option you can save up to 12% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the morning.

What is the cheapest day to fly from San Jose, California to Europe?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from San Jose to Europe. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San Jose, California to Europe flight should consider departing on Thursday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Thursday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Reviews of airlines servicing Europe

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Europe. 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 Europe. Reviews last updated November 6, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Delta, Virgin Atlantic, and United Airlines from San Jose to Europe 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.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,001 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,001 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,001 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
Virgin Atlantic
7.5
Good
672 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,001 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,007 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,001 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
Iberia
7.0
Good
3,007 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,001 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,500 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,001 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

Related info for your journey

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

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from San Jose to Europe?

    If you book a flight to Europe from San Jose, you will be flying from San Jose, which is the city’s only airport. San Jose (SJC) is located 2.9 mi from the center of San Jose.

  • How long is the flight from San Jose, California to Europe?

    There are many flights that can get you from San Jose, California to Europe in 16h 50m. Fly via Delta, United Airlines, or KLM to get the fastest option. There are 5951 mi between San Jose, California and Europe. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from San Jose, California to Europe one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Scandinavian Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $362. British Airways flights start at $374 while deals on Delta start at $382 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from San Jose, California to Europe?

    The most popular flight routes from San Jose, California to Europe are San Jose - Paris Charles de Gaulle, San Jose - London Heathrow and San Jose - Rome Fiumicino.

  • Can I find deals for flights from San Jose to Europe that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from San Jose to Europe?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from San Jose to Europe?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Jose to Europe 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 Jose, California to Europe?

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Jose, California to Europe (average of $301). Flying from San Jose, California to Europe in June is currently the most expensive (average of $636). 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 9 airlines flying from San Jose to Europe

Discover the top 9 airlines that operate flights from San Jose to Europe. 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 November 6, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
British AirwaysCheapest$445Average$766FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
KLMCheapest$449Average$881FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
United AirlinesCheapest$487Average$858FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$505Average$855FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$516Average$1,086FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Scandinavian AirlinesCheapest$556Average$924FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
FinnairCheapest$593Average$1,867FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
IberiaCheapest$631Average$756FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Virgin AtlanticCheapest$640Average$871FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%

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