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$687+ Cheap flights from San José (SJO) to Athens (ATH)

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SJO — ATH
Dec 23 — Dec 301
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The best prices from San José Juan Santamaria Intl to Athens Eleftherios V. are usually found in February or November, booked 68 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Tuesday and return on a Monday

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Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$942
(Air Canada)

One-way from

$687
(Lufthansa)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,084
Provider with most accurate pricing for San José Juan Santamaria Intl-Athens Eleftherios V. flight deals.
Provider most trusted by Cheapflights users for San José Juan Santamaria Intl-Athens Eleftherios V. flights.
From San José Juan Santamaria Intl to Athens Eleftherios V.
One-way flight from San José Juan Santamaria Intl to Athens Eleftherios V.
High demand for flights, 10% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 2% potential price drop
Average for round-trip flights in December 2024

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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 18, 2024.

This SWISS deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
Fri 12/274:25 pmSJO - ATH
1 stop36h 30mSWISS
Tue 1/215:40 pmATH - SJO
1 stop28h 55mSWISS
Deal found 12/17$1,163
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 12/278:10 pmSJO - ATH
2 stops20h 55mMultiple Airlines
Mon 1/203:25 amATH - SJO
1 stop22h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/17$1,445
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
Fri 12/272:15 pmSJO - ATH
2 stops26h 50mDelta
Mon 1/203:25 amATH - SJO
2 stops26h 47mDelta
Deal found 12/17$1,832

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San JoséAthens

SJO - ATH

SJOATH

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 3/24

6:15 am-12:55 pm

2 stops22h 40m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Mon 3/31

1:10 pm-9:25 pm

1 stop17h 15m

$942

San JoséAthens

SJO - ATH

SJOATH

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 4/2

7:15 am-2:00 pm

1 stop21h 45m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Wed 4/9

1:10 pm-9:25 pm

1 stop17h 15m

$964

San JoséAthens

SJO - ATH

SJOATH

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 5/3

1:30 pm-8:10 am

2 stops33h 40m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Sat 5/17

10:25 am-7:37 pm

2 stops42h 12m

$979

San JoséAthens

SJO - ATH

SJOATH

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 1/20

8:10 pm-1:05 am

2 stops20h 55m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Sun 1/26

6:00 am-5:10 pm

1 stop19h 10m

$1,317

San JoséAthens

SJO - ATH

SJOATH

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 5/28

7:00 pm-11:15 pm

1 stop19h 15m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Sat 6/14

6:30 am-4:45 pm

1 stop19h 15m

$1,348

San JoséAthens

SJO - ATH

SJOATH

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 5/28

2:40 pm-10:40 pm

3 stops23h 00m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Sat 6/14

8:35 am-5:35 pm

2 stops18h 00m

$1,420

San JoséAthens

SJO - ATH

SJOATH

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 5/28

4:30 pm-3:15 pm

1 stop37h 45m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Fri 6/13

3:40 am-11:25 am

2 stops40h 45m

$1,744

San JoséAthens

SJO - ATH

SJOATH

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 1/16

7:00 am-1:45 pm

2 stops22h 45m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Wed 1/22

3:25 am-10:12 pm

2 stops26h 47m

$1,836

San JoséAthens

SJO - ATH

SJOATH

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 4/11

3:25 pm-2:50 pm

1 stop14h 25m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Sun 4/20

2:00 pm-5:20 pm

1 stop36h 20m

$1,859

San JoséAthens

SJO - ATH

SJOATH

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 3/24

10:15 am-9:10 am

3 stops38h 55m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Sun 3/30

3:55 am-12:20 am

2 stops29h 25m

$1,921

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ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice 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, San José Province-Athens flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on San José, San José Province-Athens flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from San José, San José Province-Athens flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on San José, San José Province-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, San José Province-Athens flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

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Travel insights for flights from San José to Athens

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How far ahead should I 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 December 13, 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 68 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, San José Province to Athens?

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San José, San José Province to Athens (average of $679). Flying from San José, San José Province to Athens in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,430). 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 18, 2024.

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 at noon, which can drop the price by up to 13% versus a flight in the afternoon.

Rainfall in Athens by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Athens ranges from 0.2 - 2.5 inches per month. December is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 2.5 in. June is typically the driest time to visit Athens when rainfall is around 0.2 in.

Temperature in Athens by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Athens, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 82.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 50.0 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 December 18, 2024.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with SWISS and Delta 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.
8.0
Very good
8,604 reviews

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

It would be nice if there were cold drinks on the planes. Warm or no beer and no ice.

8.0
Very good
8,604 reviews
8.0
Very good
8,604 reviews

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

It would be nice if there were cold drinks on the planes. Warm or no beer and no ice.

7.8
Good
1,349 reviews
8.0
Very good
8,604 reviews

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

It would be nice if there were cold drinks on the planes. Warm or no beer and no ice.

7.6
Good
1,606 reviews
8.0
Very good
8,604 reviews

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

It would be nice if there were cold drinks on the planes. Warm or no beer and no ice.

7.4
Good
1,504 reviews
8.0
Very good
8,604 reviews

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

It would be nice if there were cold drinks on the planes. Warm or no beer and no ice.

7.4
Good
9,055 reviews
8.0
Very good
8,604 reviews

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

It would be nice if there were cold drinks on the planes. Warm or no beer and no ice.

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 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 Canada. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $942 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are United Airlines and KLM, starting at $979 and $1,294 round-trip. Users have found that Air Canada is 24% 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 Lufthansa. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $687. Users have also found prices from $782 and $940 on SWISS and United Airlines, respectively.

  • 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, San José Province to Athens?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San José, San José Province to Athens (average of $679). Flying from San José, San José Province to Athens in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,430). 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 3 airlines flying from San José to Athens

Discover the top 3 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 December 18, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air CanadaCheapest$970Average$1,274FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
United AirlinesCheapest$1,029Average$1,313FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Air FranceCheapest$1,121Average$1,456FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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