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Flights from San Jose to Athens

There are no direct flights from San Jose to Athens. The easiest way is one stop via Chicago or Atlanta, about 17h 08m door to door.

No direct flights · 3 connection options From 17h 08m
SJCATHORD

San Jose to Athens at a glance

Fastest journey17h 08mEstimated
Nonstop flightsNoneConnect via Chicago or Atlanta

Best ways to fly from San Jose to Athens

Ranked by how easy the connection is: one airline or alliance first (bags and connection protected), then the quickest self-transfer options.

1
SJC Chicago (ORD) ATH
Leg 1: United Airlines · Leg 2: American Airlines, United Airlines
One airline, one ticket ~17h 08m
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2
SJC Atlanta (ATL) ATH
Leg 1: Delta Air Lines · Leg 2: Delta Air Lines
One airline, one ticket ~18h 12m
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3
SJC Dallas (DFW) ATH
Leg 1: American Airlines · Leg 2: American Airlines
One airline, one ticket ~17h 57m
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Connections are computed from flights actually flown over the last 8 weeks, with at least 45 minutes to change on one airline and 2 hours on separate tickets. Times are local. The search shows live itineraries and exact times.

Good to know

Distance
10,928 km6,786 miles
Journey time
17h 08mestimate
Time difference
+10hAthens vs San Jose
Currency in Athens
EUR
Airports
SJC → ATH

Flights from San Jose to Athens: questions answered

Are there direct flights from San Jose to Athens?
No. There is no nonstop service, so you will connect, most easily in Chicago, Atlanta and Dallas. Some connections are on one airline or alliance, so your bags and connection are protected on a single ticket.
How long is the flight from San Jose to Athens?
With one connection the journey usually takes around 17h 08m, depending on the layover. The straight-line distance is 10,928 km.
Where do you change planes between San Jose and Athens?
The best connecting points are Chicago (ORD), Atlanta (ATL) and Dallas (DFW). United Airlines flies both legs via Chicago, so you can book it as one ticket.
Which airports serve San Jose and Athens?
San Jose: Mineta San Jose International Airport (SJC). Athens: Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH).
What is the time difference between San Jose and Athens?
Athens is 10 hours ahead of San Jose.

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