How long is the flight from Manchester to Costa Rica?

Airlines like KLM, Air Canada, and United Airlines fly from Manchester to Costa Rica in about 17h 15m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 21h. Manchester and Costa Rica are separated by a distance of 5330 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Costa Rica ranges from 0.0 - 300.0 inches per month. September is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 300.0 mm. February is typically the driest time to visit Costa Rica when rainfall is around 0.0 mm.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Costa Rica, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, April is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 21.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 18.0 C).

What are the most popular airlines that fly from Manchester to Costa Rica?

When booking a flight from Manchester to Costa Rica, you may want to consider flying on KLM, British Airways or Air France as they are the most popular for this route.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from MAN to CR?

When flying from Manchester to Costa Rica, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

What airport do you fly from for flights from Manchester to Costa Rica?

Located just 8.9 mi from the city center, Manchester (MAN) is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Costa Rica from Manchester.

Can I find deals for flights from Manchester to Costa Rica that include hotel bookings?

Yes. In addition to deals on Manchester to Costa Rica flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

How can I find direct flights from Manchester to Costa Rica?

After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Manchester to Costa Rica.

Can I find deals for business class flights from Manchester to Costa Rica?

Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Manchester to Costa Rica by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

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Round-trip from	£515
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Popular in	June
Cheapest in	September
Average price	£722

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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Manchester to Costa Rica?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Manchester to Costa Rica (average of £722). Flying from Manchester to Costa Rica in June is currently the most expensive (average of £1,105). 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.

How far ahead should I book a flight from Manchester to Costa Rica?

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Manchester to Costa Rica, you should look to book at least 62 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

Reviews of airlines servicing Costa Rica

See what other customers who have flown with KLM,Air France, andUnited Airlines from Manchester to Costa Rica have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

KLM

7.8

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1,577 reviews

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1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Snapyou,Jan 2026

TPA - LHR

Flight operated by Virgin Atlantic - usual high standard service by Virgin.

KLM

7.8

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1,577 reviews

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1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Snapyou,Jan 2026

TPA - LHR

Flight operated by Virgin Atlantic - usual high standard service by Virgin.

Air France

7.5

Good

1,650 reviews

KLM

7.8

Good

1,577 reviews

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1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Snapyou,Jan 2026

TPA - LHR

Flight operated by Virgin Atlantic - usual high standard service by Virgin.

United Airlines

7.4

Good

10,251 reviews

KLM

7.8

Good

1,577 reviews

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1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Snapyou,Jan 2026

TPA - LHR

Flight operated by Virgin Atlantic - usual high standard service by Virgin.

Lufthansa

6.8

Okay

8,248 reviews

KLM

7.8

Good

1,577 reviews

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1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Snapyou,Jan 2026

TPA - LHR

Flight operated by Virgin Atlantic - usual high standard service by Virgin.

British Airways

6.7

Okay

8,239 reviews

KLM

7.8

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1,577 reviews

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1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Snapyou,Jan 2026

TPA - LHR

Flight operated by Virgin Atlantic - usual high standard service by Virgin.

Related info for your journey

What airport do you fly from for flights from Manchester to Costa Rica?
Located just 8.9 mi from the city center, Manchester (MAN) is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Costa Rica from Manchester.
How long is the flight from Manchester to Costa Rica?
Airlines like KLM, Air Canada, and United Airlines fly from Manchester to Costa Rica in about 17h 15m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 21h. Manchester and Costa Rica are separated by a distance of 5330 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.
Can I find deals for flights from Manchester to Costa Rica that include hotel bookings?
Yes. In addition to deals on Manchester to Costa Rica flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.
How can I find direct flights from Manchester to Costa Rica?
After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Manchester to Costa Rica.
Can I find deals for business class flights from Manchester to Costa Rica?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Manchester to Costa Rica 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 Manchester to Costa Rica?
Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Manchester to Costa Rica (average of £722). Flying from Manchester to Costa Rica in June is currently the most expensive (average of £1,105). 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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United Airlines	Cheapest£589	Average£750	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time69%	Search United Airlines flights
American Airlines	Cheapest£596	Average£715	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time71%	Search American Airlines flights
Air Canada	Cheapest£603	Average£737	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time67%	Search Air Canada flights
Air France	Cheapest£610	Average£997	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time77%	Search Air France flights
Lufthansa	Cheapest£625	Average£913	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time76%	Search Lufthansa flights
SWISS	Cheapest£670	Average£706	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time79%	Search SWISS flights
KLM	Cheapest£690	Average£872	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time75%	Search KLM flights
British Airways	Cheapest£841	Average£1,077	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time70%	Search British Airways flights

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To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Manchester to Costa Rica, you should look to book at least 62 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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