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Cheap flights from Manchester to San José from £301

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 5/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MAN — SJO
19 Mar — 26 Mar1
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 17 February 2026.

Fri 29/505:50
MAN
-
SJO
1 stop18h 20m
Air France
Mon 8/619:05
SJO
-
MAN
1 stop20h 15m
Air France
Deal found 15/2£605
Thu 28/505:55
MAN
-
SJO
1 stop17h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 8/619:05
SJO
-
MAN
1 stop20h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 15/2£606
Fri 29/506:05
MAN
-
SJO
2 stops21h 30m
Air Canada
Mon 8/607:15
SJO
-
MAN
2 stops20h 10m
Air Canada
Deal found 15/2£607
Tue 19/518:40
MAN
-
SJO
1 stop29h 55m
SWISS
Wed 27/519:20
SJO
-
MAN
2 stops29h 55m
SWISS
Deal found 15/2£609
Wed 15/406:05
MAN
-
SJO
2 stops32h 10m
Lufthansa
Wed 29/407:55
SJO
-
MAN
2 stops19h 15m
Lufthansa
Deal found 16/2£619
Thu 28/505:50
MAN
-
SJO
2 stops17h 30m
Air France
Mon 8/619:05
SJO
-
MAN
1 stop20h 15m
Air France
Deal found 15/2£621
Tue 19/507:00
MAN
-
SJO
2 stops17h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 27/519:20
SJO
-
MAN
2 stops29h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 15/2£622
Thu 28/505:50
MAN
-
SJO
2 stops17h 30m
Air France
Sun 7/619:05
SJO
-
MAN
1 stop35h 55m
Air France
Deal found 15/2£622
Wed 27/506:05
MAN
-
SJO
2 stops21h 30m
Air Canada
Thu 11/607:15
SJO
-
MAN
2 stops20h 10m
Air Canada
Deal found 15/2£624
Thu 10/911:05
MAN
-
SJO
2 stops27h 10m
Lufthansa
Wed 23/913:30
SJO
-
MAN
2 stops37h 55m
Lufthansa
Deal found 17/2£625
Tue 26/506:05
MAN
-
SJO
2 stops22h 55m
Air Canada
Thu 11/607:15
SJO
-
MAN
2 stops20h 10m
Air Canada
Deal found 15/2£628
Fri 29/520:50
MAN
-
SJO
1 stop26h 30m
KLM
Sun 7/619:05
SJO
-
MAN
2 stops18h 00m
KLM
Deal found 15/2£629

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 17 February 2026.

Round-trip from

£604

One-way from

£301

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

June

Average price

£748
Air France
  • Air France
  • 11/6-22/6
  • 2 total stops
  • 37h 40m total
  • Manchester to San José
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5/5
  • 5/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 32h 50m 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 (£11 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Price

ManchesterSan José

MAN - SJO

MANSJO

Manchester

Thu 28/5

05:55-16:20

1 stop17h 25m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 8/6

19:05-22:20

1 stop20h 15m

£606

ManchesterSan José

MAN - SJO

MANSJO

Manchester

Tue 19/5

18:40-17:35

1 stop29h 55m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 27/5

19:20-08:15

2 stops29h 55m

£609

ManchesterSan José

MAN - SJO

MANSJO

Manchester

Tue 17/3

06:00-19:39

2 stops19h 39m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 24/3

11:35-14:50

2 stops21h 15m

£635

ManchesterSan José

MAN - SJO

MANSJO

Manchester

Wed 15/4

06:05-20:19

2 stops21h 14m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 28/4

07:15-10:25

2 stops20h 10m

£649

ManchesterSan José

MAN - SJO

MANSJO

Manchester

Thu 16/4

05:55-20:19

2 stops21h 24m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 28/4

07:15-10:25

2 stops20h 10m

£649

ManchesterSan José

MAN - SJO

MANSJO

Manchester

Fri 17/4

06:05-11:55

2 stops36h 50m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 27/4

07:15-10:25

2 stops20h 10m

£650

ManchesterSan José

MAN - SJO

MANSJO

Manchester

Fri 17/4

06:05-11:55

2 stops36h 50m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 28/4

07:15-10:25

2 stops20h 10m

£650

ManchesterSan José

MAN - SJO

MANSJO

Manchester

Fri 29/5

05:55-22:39

2 stops23h 44m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 5/6

00:30-06:30

2 stops23h 00m

£658

ManchesterSan José

MAN - SJO

MANSJO

Manchester

Sat 30/5

06:05-10:11

2 stops35h 06m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 5/6

00:30-06:30

2 stops23h 00m

£658

ManchesterSan José

MAN - SJO

MANSJO

Manchester

Tue 5/5

05:50-17:10

1 stop18h 20m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 19/5

14:50-16:45

2 stops18h 55m

£659

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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 13 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 £522). Flying from Manchester to San José in August is currently the most expensive (average of £659). 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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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 17 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
1,457 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.7

Crew

8.4

Comfort

7.6

Boarding

7.8

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

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
1,457 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,457 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.7

Crew

8.4

Comfort

7.6

Boarding

7.8

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

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
1,533 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,457 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.7

Crew

8.4

Comfort

7.6

Boarding

7.8

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

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
9,314 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,457 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.7

Crew

8.4

Comfort

7.6

Boarding

7.8

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

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
11,304 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,457 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.7

Crew

8.4

Comfort

7.6

Boarding

7.8

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

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
7,790 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,457 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.7

Crew

8.4

Comfort

7.6

Boarding

7.8

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

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 19h 39m. SWISS provides one of the quickest options available for as low as £635. There are 5330 mi between Manchester and San José. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • 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 £538 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are KLM and Air Canada, starting at £542 and £543 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 £522). Flying from Manchester to San José in August is currently the most expensive (average of £659). 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 9 airlines flying from Manchester to San José

Discover the top 9 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 17 February 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air FranceCheapest£538Average£742FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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KLMCheapest£542Average£765FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Air CanadaCheapest£543Average£669FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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LufthansaCheapest£560Average£817FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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SWISSCheapest£567Average£672FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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United AirlinesCheapest£575Average£683FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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American AirlinesCheapest£582Average£695FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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IberiaCheapest£591Average£1,014FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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British AirwaysCheapest£658Average£821FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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