Travelling from San Jose to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH): what you need to know
Planning your trip starts with figuring out where you'll leave from in San Jose. Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport (SJC) is the city's main base, so explore your options for booking a flight from San Jose to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) jetting off from here.
Athens is 9 hours ahead of San Jose. Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport is located in Athens, which operates on the UTC+2 timezone.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Be at the airport on time to board your flight from San Jose to ATH.
Going away during a peak time like August? Popular seasons (like summer, Christmas/New Year and spring break) can add another hour at security. Be extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in San Jose
Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport (SJC)
Stopovers offer the perfect opportunity to visit a new place or just take a break during your trip. When booking your flight from San Jose to ATH, deselect 'Direct flights only' to compare all potential stops. Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) is an option if you're taking off from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport (SJC).
From central San Jose, SJC is approximately 6 kilometres away. Use navigation apps or check the official airport website to find the best way to get there.
Want a convenient hotel near Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from San Jose to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from check-in:
About Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
Consider booking a hotel close to ATH if you have a late flight from San Jose to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport. Select one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Getting from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) to central Athens
From Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport, Athens is approximately 40 kilometres away. It takes around 37 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Getting there on public transport takes roughly 59 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from San Jose to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
C$448 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from San Jose to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport. Return flights start from C$1,148. Prices are subject to change based on availability and may vary at the time of booking.
To find flight tickets from San Jose to ATH, book early. Airlines generally offer the most competitive fares when flights are first released.
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The best time to fly from San Jose to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
February is the quietest time to travel to Athens. Alternatively, join the crowds and go in August. This is the busiest month for flights from San Jose to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport, but the best time to go is your call.
Lock in your flight from San Jose to ATH for July if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Athens to range from 22ºC to 37ºC.
Search for cheap flights from San Jose to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 4ºC and 14ºC on average.
More about Athens
After locking in your flight from San Jose to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport, think about where you'll stay in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Athens:
Museum of the Centre for the Acropolis Studies and Acropolis of Athens are just a couple of the popular attractions to add to your Athens to-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at The Parthenon.
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