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Cheap flights from Manchester to San José from £327

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 13/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MAN — SJO
25 Mar — 1 Apr1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Manchester to San José
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Manchester to San José. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 23 February 2026.

Wed 11/1106:00
MAN
-
SJO
2 stops24h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 25/1108:50
SJO
-
MAN
2 stops21h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 19/2£597
Tue 5/518:40
MAN
-
SJO
1 stop29h 55m
SWISS
Fri 29/515:50
SJO
-
MAN
1 stop33h 20m
SWISS
Deal found 21/2£598
Wed 15/406:05
MAN
-
SJO
2 stops35h 06m
Lufthansa
Tue 21/407:55
SJO
-
MAN
2 stops26h 40m
Lufthansa
Deal found 19/2£599
Wed 11/306:00
MAN
-
SJO
2 stops21h 32m
Lufthansa
Mon 23/305:30
SJO
-
MAN
2 stops24h 50m
Lufthansa
Deal found 22/2£601
Fri 11/905:55
MAN
-
SJO
2 stops32h 20m
Lufthansa
Mon 21/907:55
SJO
-
MAN
2 stops26h 15m
Lufthansa
Deal found 20/2£604
Thu 17/917:50
MAN
-
SJO
1 stop30h 10m
Air France
Wed 30/919:05
SJO
-
MAN
1 stop14h 50m
Air France
Deal found 22/2£608
Sun 24/517:50
MAN
-
SJO
1 stop30h 20m
Air France
Sun 7/619:05
SJO
-
MAN
1 stop31h 55m
Air France
Deal found 22/2£610
Fri 11/905:50
MAN
-
SJO
1 stop18h 10m
Air France
Mon 21/919:05
SJO
-
MAN
1 stop20h 15m
Air France
Deal found 20/2£612
Thu 10/917:50
MAN
-
SJO
1 stop30h 10m
Air France
Wed 23/919:05
SJO
-
MAN
1 stop31h 55m
Air France
Deal found 20/2£613

Find flight deals from Manchester to San José

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Manchester (MAN) to San José (SJO). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 23 February 2026.

Round-trip from

£598

One-way from

£327

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

June

Average price

£753
SWISS
  • SWISS
  • 5/5-29/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 63h 15m total
  • Manchester to San José
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13/6
  • 13/6
  • 3 total stops
  • 40h 35m total
  • Manchester to San José
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 9% potential increase in price (£56 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (£12 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in February 2026
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Manchester to San José that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 858,174 searches. Data last updated 23 February 2026.
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ManchesterSan José

MAN - SJO

MANSJO

Manchester

Wed 18/3

06:00-21:32

2 stops45h 32m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 1/4

07:55-17:35

2 stops26h 40m

£633

ManchesterSan José

MAN - SJO

MANSJO

Manchester

Fri 17/4

10:35-07:15

2 stops27h 40m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 20/4

07:55-17:10

2 stops26h 15m

£647

ManchesterSan José

MAN - SJO

MANSJO

Manchester

Tue 14/4

05:55-10:11

2 stops35h 16m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 21/4

11:13-17:35

2 stops23h 22m

£647

ManchesterSan José

MAN - SJO

MANSJO

Manchester

Tue 14/4

05:55-07:15

2 stops32h 20m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 20/4

07:55-17:10

2 stops26h 15m

£647

ManchesterSan José

MAN - SJO

MANSJO

Manchester

Thu 16/4

05:55-10:11

2 stops35h 16m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 20/4

11:13-17:10

2 stops22h 57m

£647

ManchesterSan José

MAN - SJO

MANSJO

Manchester

Tue 14/4

05:55-10:11

2 stops35h 16m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 23/4

13:25-17:20

2 stops44h 55m

£647

ManchesterSan José

MAN - SJO

MANSJO

Manchester

Thu 16/4

05:55-07:15

2 stops32h 20m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 23/4

11:13-10:25

2 stops40h 12m

£647

ManchesterSan José

MAN - SJO

MANSJO

Manchester

Tue 28/4

10:35-07:15

2 stops27h 40m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 17/5

08:45-17:10

2 stops49h 25m

£671

ManchesterSan José

MAN - SJO

MANSJO

Manchester

Mon 13/4

06:00-10:11

2 stops35h 11m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 19/4

08:45-17:10

2 stops49h 25m

£673

ManchesterSan José

MAN - SJO

MANSJO

Manchester

Tue 14/4

05:55-07:15

2 stops32h 20m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 19/4

08:45-17:10

2 stops49h 25m

£673

Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.

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Best time to book a flight from Manchester to San José

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Manchester to San José

How far ahead should I book a flight from Manchester to San José?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Manchester to San José. Price data was last updated on 20 February 2026.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Manchester to San José, you should look to book at least 36 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.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Manchester to San José?

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Manchester to San José (average of £525). Flying from Manchester to San José in August is currently the most expensive (average of £664). 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.

Reviews of airlines servicing San José

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San José. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to San José. Reviews last updated 23 February 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with KLM, Air France, andUnited Airlines from Manchester to San José. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
KLM
7.7
Good
1,458 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.4

Comfort

7.6

Overall

7.7

Boarding

7.8

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2026

EZE - SCL

It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas
KLM
7.7
Good
1,458 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,458 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.4

Comfort

7.6

Overall

7.7

Boarding

7.8

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2026

EZE - SCL

It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas
Air France
7.4
Good
1,536 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,458 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.4

Comfort

7.6

Overall

7.7

Boarding

7.8

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2026

EZE - SCL

It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,342 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,458 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.4

Comfort

7.6

Overall

7.7

Boarding

7.8

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2026

EZE - SCL

It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,341 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,458 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.4

Comfort

7.6

Overall

7.7

Boarding

7.8

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2026

EZE - SCL

It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas
Lufthansa
6.8
Okay
7,805 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,458 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.4

Comfort

7.6

Overall

7.7

Boarding

7.8

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2026

EZE - SCL

It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Manchester to San José. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How long is the flight from Manchester to San José?

    A quick flight from Manchester to San José can take about 45h 32m. United Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as £633. There are 5330 mi between Manchester and San José.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Manchester to San José round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Manchester to San José is Air France. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as £541 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Air Canada and KLM, starting at £546 and £551 round-trip. Air France is currently priced 29% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Manchester to San José that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Manchester to San José?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Manchester to San José?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Manchester to San José 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 San José?

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Manchester to San José (average of £525). Flying from Manchester to San José in August is currently the most expensive (average of £664). 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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Top 8 airlines flying from Manchester to San José

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from Manchester to San José. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 858,174 searches. Data last updated 23 February 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air FranceCheapest£541Average£748FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Air CanadaCheapest£546Average£674FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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KLMCheapest£551Average£774FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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LufthansaCheapest£563Average£823FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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SWISSCheapest£570Average£676FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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United AirlinesCheapest£579Average£688FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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American AirlinesCheapest£586Average£700FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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British AirwaysCheapest£662Average£827FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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