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Cheap flights from Manchester to San José from £345

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 11/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MAN — SJO
9 Sep — 16 Sep1
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 10 August 2026.

Thu 26/1106:10 -
1 stop17h 20m
Thu 10/1220:00 -
1 stop17h 55m
Deal found 5/8£631
Thu 26/1106:10 -
1 stop17h 20m
Sat 5/1221:30 -
1 stop14h 55m
Deal found 5/8£646
Fri 6/1114:55 -
1 stop28h 05m
Sun 22/1119:30 -
1 stop20h 35m
Deal found 5/8£650
Mon 7/905:50 -
1 stop18h 10m
Mon 21/919:05 -
1 stop20h 15m
Deal found 7/8£655
Mon 12/1013:00 -
1 stop30h 00m
Mon 19/1019:05 -
1 stop20h 15m
Deal found 9/8£664
Fri 6/1109:05 -
2 stops19h 25m
Sun 22/1121:00 -
1 stop19h 45m
Deal found 5/8£665
Mon 23/1109:05 -
2 stops19h 25m
Mon 7/1209:20 -
2 stops24h 55m
Deal found 5/8£667
Thu 5/1109:05 -
2 stops19h 25m
Thu 26/1108:45 -
2 stops22h 30m
Deal found 5/8£669
Mon 23/1111:30 -
1 stop17h 00m
Mon 7/1208:45 -
1 stop17h 55m
Deal found 5/8£671
Sat 21/1108:00 -
1 stop17h 00m
Thu 10/1220:00 -
1 stop17h 55m
Deal found 5/8£678
Mon 7/905:50 -
1 stop18h 10m
Mon 21/919:05 -
2 stops18h 00m
Deal found 7/8£679

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 10 August 2026.

Round-trip from

£543

One-way from

£345

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

£771
16/1-23/1
  • 16/1-23/1
  • 3 total stops
  • 39h 20m total
  • Manchester to San José
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11/9
  • 11/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 28h 50m total
  • Manchester to San José
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price (£49 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (£14 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in August 2026
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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

ManchesterSan José

MAN Manchester - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

MANSJO

Manchester

Fri 8/1

06:10-13:00

2 stops36h 50m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 23/1

01:15-17:00

2 stops33h 45m

£736

ManchesterSan José

MAN Manchester - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

MANSJO

Manchester

Sun 20/9

09:00-12:21

2 stops34h 21m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 27/9

08:45-06:30

2 stops62h 45m

£741

ManchesterSan José

MAN Manchester - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

MANSJO

Manchester

Thu 3/9

13:00-11:49

1 stop29h 49m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 16/9

13:19-08:20

2 stops36h 01m

£757

ManchesterSan José

MAN Manchester - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

MANSJO

Manchester

Fri 4/9

12:10-11:49

2 stops30h 39m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 18/9

13:19-08:15

2 stops59h 56m

£757

ManchesterSan José

MAN Manchester - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

MANSJO

Manchester

Mon 21/9

06:05-11:38

2 stops36h 33m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 28/9

08:45-06:30

2 stops38h 45m

£765

ManchesterSan José

MAN Manchester - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

MANSJO

Manchester

Tue 22/9

06:05-11:38

2 stops36h 33m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 29/9

07:55-09:50

2 stops42h 55m

£781

ManchesterSan José

MAN Manchester - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

MANSJO

Manchester

Thu 10/12

06:10-19:53

2 stops19h 43m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 19/12

09:05-08:40

2 stops41h 35m

£784
Fastest return journey

ManchesterSan José

MAN Manchester - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

MANSJO

Manchester

Wed 30/9

05:55-21:48

2 stops22h 53m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 7/10

19:05-16:55

1 stop14h 50m

£786

ManchesterSan José

MAN Manchester - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

MANSJO

Manchester

Mon 7/9

06:05-11:38

2 stops36h 33m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 21/9

13:25-06:30

3 stops34h 05m

£789

ManchesterSan José

MAN Manchester - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

MANSJO

Manchester

Thu 3/9

06:05-11:38

2 stops36h 33m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 17/9

07:55-09:50

2 stops42h 55m

£805

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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?

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Manchester to San José, you should look to book at least 32 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, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Manchester to San José (average of £709). Flying from Manchester to San José in December is currently the most expensive (average of £1,052). 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 much does it cost for a return flight from Manchester to San José?

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.

Manchester to San José flights typically cost between £737 and £1,059 in January.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was £543 on Multiple Airlines (16 Jan–23 Jan).

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 10 August 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
7.8
Good
1,555 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.4

Overall

7.8

Comfort

7.7

Entertainment

7.2

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YYC - AMS

Not literally sitting in the very last row in the middle
KLM
7.8
Good
1,555 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,555 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.4

Overall

7.8

Comfort

7.7

Entertainment

7.2

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YYC - AMS

Not literally sitting in the very last row in the middle
Air France
7.5
Good
1,640 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,555 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.4

Overall

7.8

Comfort

7.7

Entertainment

7.2

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YYC - AMS

Not literally sitting in the very last row in the middle
United Airlines
7.4
Good
10,100 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,555 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.4

Overall

7.8

Comfort

7.7

Entertainment

7.2

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YYC - AMS

Not literally sitting in the very last row in the middle
Lufthansa
6.8
Okay
8,174 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,555 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.4

Overall

7.8

Comfort

7.7

Entertainment

7.2

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YYC - AMS

Not literally sitting in the very last row in the middle
British Airways
6.7
Okay
8,155 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,555 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.4

Overall

7.8

Comfort

7.7

Entertainment

7.2

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YYC - AMS

Not literally sitting in the very last row in the middle

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 29h 49m. United Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as £757. 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 £571 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are United Airlines and American Airlines, starting at £578 and £585 round-trip. Air France is currently priced 32% 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, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Manchester to San José (average of £709). Flying from Manchester to San José in December is currently the most expensive (average of £1,052). 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 10 August 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air FranceCheapest£571Average£943FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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United AirlinesCheapest£578Average£734FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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American AirlinesCheapest£585Average£699FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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Air CanadaCheapest£587Average£686FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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LufthansaCheapest£598Average£896FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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SWISSCheapest£599Average£691FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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KLMCheapest£681Average£856FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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British AirwaysCheapest£826Average£1,060FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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