What airlines fly to Europe?

United Airlines, British Airways and Scandinavian Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Europe from San Jose, California according to our data. United Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 50% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Europe. Keep in mind that there are 30 different airlines that fly to Europe on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from San Jose to Europe?

British Airways, Delta, and Lufthansa are the most popular carriers operating from San Jose to Europe

When did momondo last update prices for flights from San Jose Airport to Europe?

Prices for flights from San Jose Airport to Europe are updated daily.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from San Jose Airport to Europe?

The number of operators available for flights from San Jose Airport to Europe is 10 as of January 2026.

How old do you have to be to fly from San Jose Airport to Europe?

Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from San Jose Airport to Europe.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Europe?

The necessary travel and health documents for your Europe trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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8:05 pm - 8:00 am

SJC

MAD

26h 55m2 stops

10:00 am - 10:12 pm

MAD

SJC

21h 12m2 stops

$417Virgin Atlantic

lun., ene. 19 - mar., feb. 3

8:05 pm - 8:00 am

SJC

MAD

26h 55m2 stops

11:15 am - 9:20 pm

MAD

SJC

19h 05m1 stop

$422Virgin Atlantic

lun., ene. 19 - mar., feb. 3

12:50 pm - 6:25 pm

SJC

BCN

20h 35m2 stops

10:40 am - 9:29 pm

BCN

SJC

19h 49m1 stop

$423British Airways

mar., feb. 3 - mar., feb. 10

6:00 am - 6:15 am

SJC

MAD

15h 15m1 stop

12:40 pm - 9:30 pm

MAD

SJC

17h 50m1 stop

$425Iberia

dom., feb. 8 - mié., feb. 18

4:20 pm - 6:25 pm

SJC

MAD

17h 05m2 stops

12:40 pm - 9:30 pm

MAD

SJC

17h 50m1 stop

$426British Airways

mar., feb. 24 - mié., mar. 4

6:00 am - 6:15 am

SJC

MAD

15h 15m1 stop

12:40 pm - 9:30 pm

MAD

SJC

17h 50m1 stop

$429Iberia

dom., feb. 8 - mié., feb. 18

6:30 am - 12:50 pm

SJC

BCN

21h 20m2 stops

11:35 am - 9:34 pm

BCN

SJC

18h 59m1 stop

$440Delta

mié., abr. 15 - jue., abr. 23

8:45 am - 10:45 pm

SJC

LIS

30h 00m2 stops

11:25 am - 9:11 pm

LIS

SJC

41h 46m2 stops

$461United Airlines

mar., abr. 28 - jue., may. 7

8:45 am - 10:45 pm

SJC

LIS

30h 00m2 stops

1:00 pm - 5:32 pm

LIS

SJC

36h 32m2 stops

$466United Airlines

mar., abr. 28 - vie., may. 8

1:51 pm - 1:35 pm

SJC

ATH

38h 44m2 stops

11:50 am - 12:52 pm

ATH

SJC

34h 02m2 stops

$501Delta

mar., mar. 10 - mié., mar. 25

Virgin Atlantic flights from San Jose, California to Europe

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Virgin Atlantic

Jan 19

SJC8:05 pmSan Jose

26h 55m

2 stops

MAD8:00 amMadrid Barajas

Feb 3

MAD10:00 amMadrid Barajas

21h 12m

2 stops

SJC10:12 pmSan Jose

$417

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Virgin Atlantic

Jan 19

SJC8:05 pmSan Jose

26h 55m

2 stops

MAD8:00 amMadrid Barajas

Feb 3

MAD11:15 amMadrid Barajas

19h 05m

1 stop

SJC9:20 pmSan Jose

$422

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Virgin Atlantic

Jan 18

SJC2:06 pmSan Jose

34h 09m

1 stop

MAD9:15 amMadrid Barajas

Feb 3

MAD10:00 amMadrid Barajas

21h 12m

2 stops

SJC10:12 pmSan Jose

$449

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Air Canada flights from San Jose, California to Europe

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Air Canada

Jan 18

SJC4:00 pmSan Jose

31h 00m

2 stops

MAD8:00 amMadrid Barajas

Feb 3

MAD1:35 pmMadrid Barajas

33h 04m

2 stops

SJC1:39 pmSan Jose

$424

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Air Canada

Jan 17

SJC4:00 pmSan Jose

31h 00m

2 stops

MAD8:00 amMadrid Barajas

Jan 26

MAD1:35 pmMadrid Barajas

40h 21m

2 stops

SJC8:56 pmSan Jose

$487

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Air Canada

Jan 17

SJC4:00 pmSan Jose

31h 00m

3 stops

MAD8:00 amMadrid Barajas

Jan 26

MAD1:35 pmMadrid Barajas

33h 04m

3 stops

SJC1:39 pmSan Jose

$495

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lun. 1/19

8:05 pm-8:00 am

2 stops26h 55m

Madrid Barajas

mar. 2/3

10:00 am-10:12 pm

2 stops21h 12m

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SJC - MAD

SJCMAD

San Jose

lun. 1/19

8:05 pm-8:00 am

2 stops26h 55m

Madrid Barajas

mar. 2/3

11:15 am-9:20 pm

1 stop19h 05m

$422

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SJC - BCN

SJCBCN

San Jose

mar. 2/3

12:50 pm-6:25 pm

2 stops20h 35m

Barcelona-El Prat

mar. 2/10

10:40 am-9:29 pm

1 stop19h 49m

$423

San JoseMadrid

SJC - MAD

SJCMAD

San Jose

dom. 2/8

6:00 am-6:15 am

1 stop15h 15m

Madrid Barajas

mié. 2/18

12:40 pm-9:30 pm

1 stop17h 50m

$425

San JoseMadrid

SJC - MAD

SJCMAD

San Jose

mar. 2/24

4:20 pm-6:25 pm

2 stops17h 05m

Madrid Barajas

mié. 3/4

12:40 pm-9:30 pm

1 stop17h 50m

$426

San JoseMadrid

SJC - MAD

SJCMAD

San Jose

dom. 2/8

6:00 am-6:15 am

1 stop15h 15m

Madrid Barajas

mié. 2/18

12:40 pm-9:30 pm

1 stop17h 50m

$429

San JoseBarcelona

SJC - BCN

SJCBCN

San Jose

mié. 4/15

6:30 am-12:50 pm

2 stops21h 20m

Barcelona-El Prat

jue. 4/23

11:35 am-9:34 pm

1 stop18h 59m

$440

San JoseLisbon

SJC - LIS

SJCLIS

San Jose

mar. 4/28

8:45 am-10:45 pm

2 stops30h 00m

Lisbon Humberto Delgado

jue. 5/7

11:25 am-9:11 pm

2 stops41h 46m

$461

San JoseLisbon

SJC - LIS

SJCLIS

San Jose

mar. 4/28

8:45 am-10:45 pm

2 stops30h 00m

Lisbon Humberto Delgado

vie. 5/8

1:00 pm-5:32 pm

2 stops36h 32m

$466

San JoseAthens

SJC - ATH

SJCATH

San Jose

mar. 3/10

1:51 pm-1:35 pm

2 stops38h 44m

Athens Eleftherios V.

mié. 3/25

11:50 am-12:52 pm

2 stops34h 02m

$501

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from San Jose, California to Europe

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Europe?

The cheapest month to fly to Europe from San Jose, California is in August. Flight prices, which tend to average around $629, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you aren’t able to travel to Europe during the month of August, then flying in January is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of $638.

How far in advance should I book a flight to Europe?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Europe from San Jose, California when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Europe for around $778 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Europe from San Jose, California for as low as $627 on momondo.

Can stopping save me money on San Jose, California to Europe flights?

You could potentially save up to 54% on your flight if you consider stops on a San Jose, California to Europe flight.

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Fastest flight time	2h 49m
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The fastest flight from San Jose, California to Europe takes 2h 49m

There are no direct flights from San Jose, California to Europe. There are no popular flight routes from San Jose, California to Europe.

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from San Jose Airport to Europe?
Prices for flights from San Jose Airport to Europe are updated daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from San Jose Airport to Europe?
The number of operators available for flights from San Jose Airport to Europe is 10 as of January 2026.
How old do you have to be to fly from San Jose Airport to Europe?
Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from San Jose Airport to Europe.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Europe?
The necessary travel and health documents for your Europe trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

Best airlines flying from San Jose, California to Europe

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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
British Airways	PriceFrom $445	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.7 7,657 reviews	Search British Airways flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $487	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,139 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
Delta	PriceFrom $505	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 8,025 reviews	Search Delta flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $516	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 11,095 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
KLM	PriceFrom $583	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.7 1,434 reviews	Search KLM flights
Virgin Atlantic	PriceFrom $596	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.5 678 reviews	Search Virgin Atlantic flights
Iberia	PriceFrom $605	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.0 3,076 reviews	Search Iberia flights
Scandinavian Airlines	PriceFrom $620	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 1,635 reviews	Search Scandinavian Airlines flights

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