How long is the flight from Manchester to Costa Rica?

Airlines like KLM and United Airlines fly from Manchester to Costa Rica in about 16h 59m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 38h 27m. 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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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 £715). Flying from Manchester to Costa Rica in June is currently the most expensive (average of £1,094). 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 69 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, andAir Canada 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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1,596 reviews

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1 / 20

2.0

Mediocre

Artem,Oct 2026

FCO - AMS

Having to wait 2 hours in line just to get a boarding pass with no checked baggage is unacceptable for a modern airport. Receiving only 2 out of 9 boarding passes and then having to wait another 2 hours for the remaining ones is a disaster.

KLM

7.8

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KLM

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Artem,Oct 2026

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Air France

7.5

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1,652 reviews

KLM

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1,596 reviews

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1 / 20

2.0

Mediocre

Artem,Oct 2026

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Air Canada

7.1

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KLM

7.8

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1 / 20

2.0

Mediocre

Artem,Oct 2026

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Lufthansa

6.8

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KLM

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Artem,Oct 2026

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British Airways

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KLM

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Artem,Oct 2026

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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 and United Airlines fly from Manchester to Costa Rica in about 16h 59m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 38h 27m. 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 £715). Flying from Manchester to Costa Rica in June is currently the most expensive (average of £1,094). 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£583	Average£693	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time69%	Search United Airlines flights
American Airlines	Cheapest£590	Average£708	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time71%	Search American Airlines flights
Air France	Cheapest£604	Average£1,073	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time77%	Search Air France flights
Lufthansa	Cheapest£619	Average£875	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time76%	Search Lufthansa flights
SWISS	Cheapest£666	Average£718	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time79%	Search SWISS flights
Air Canada	Cheapest£675	Average£751	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time67%	Search Air Canada flights
KLM	Cheapest£683	Average£864	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time75%	Search KLM flights
British Airways	Cheapest£820	Average£1,069	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 69 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

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