What airport do you fly into for flights to San José?

San José Juan Santamaria Intl (SJO), located 14.1 km from the city center, is the airport you fly into when you book flights to San José.

Can I find cheaper flights to San José if I am willing to have layovers?

Yes, flights with layovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to San José on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

What is the best airline to fly to San José?

Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, United Airlines is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to San José.

Where does the fastest flight to San José depart from?

For those looking to save time traveling to San José, Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl offers the quickest one-way flight (28 hours 55 minutes).

Does San José Juan Santamaria Intl have rental cars?

Yes. Those touching down at San José Juan Santamaria Intl can take advantage of the rental car services offered upon their arrival.

Are there hotels close to San José Juan Santamaria Intl?

Yes. San José Juan Santamaria Intl has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Around Juan Santa María is the closest property to San José Juan Santamaria Intl (0.0 km away from San José Juan Santamaria Intl).

₱63,840+ Flights to San José, Costa Rica

Flights to San José, Costa Rica in 2025

Round-trip from	₱63,840
Popular in	December
Cheapest in	February
Average price	₱152,822

9/17-9/23
6 total stops
76h 05m total
Manila to San José

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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price (₱563,892 potential increase over avg. RT price).

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Wed 9/1711:55 pmMNL - SJO

3 stops37h 20mMultiple Airlines

Tue 9/236:10 amSJO - MNL

3 stops38h 45mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 6/30₱63,840

Wed 9/178:40 amMNL - SJO

2 stops24h 57mUnited Airlines

Tue 9/231:30 pmSJO - MNL

2 stops50h 25mUnited Airlines

Deal found 6/30₱68,452

Wed 9/176:35 pmMNL - SJO

2 stops39h 07mQatar Airways

Tue 9/2312:12 pmSJO - MNL

2 stops37h 58mQatar Airways

Deal found 6/29₱93,313

Wed 8/69:25 amMNL - SJO

2 stops51h 25mAir Canada

Sun 8/178:00 amSJO - MNL

2 stops56h 20mAir Canada

Deal found 6/30₱116,149

Wed 8/69:25 pmMNL - SJO

2 stops40h 05mTurkish Airlines

Sun 8/1710:10 amSJO - MNL

3 stops43h 00mTurkish Airlines

Deal found 6/29₱142,135

Fri 12/268:45 pmMNL - SJO

3 stops35h 05mKLM

Sat 1/38:05 pmSJO - MNL

3 stops33h 25mKLM

Deal found 6/30₱169,752

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Wed 9/1711:55 pmMNL - SJO

3 stops37h 20mMultiple Airlines

Tue 9/236:10 amSJO - MNL

3 stops38h 45mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 6/30₱63,840

Wed 9/178:40 amMNL - SJO

2 stops24h 57mUnited Airlines

Tue 9/231:30 pmSJO - MNL

2 stops50h 25mUnited Airlines

Deal found 6/30₱68,452

Wed 9/176:35 pmMNL - SJO

2 stops39h 07mQatar Airways

Tue 9/2312:12 pmSJO - MNL

2 stops37h 58mQatar Airways

Deal found 6/29₱93,313

Wed 8/69:25 amMNL - SJO

2 stops51h 25mAir Canada

Sun 8/178:00 amSJO - MNL

2 stops56h 20mAir Canada

Deal found 6/30₱116,149

Wed 8/69:25 pmMNL - SJO

2 stops40h 05mTurkish Airlines

Sun 8/1710:10 amSJO - MNL

3 stops43h 00mTurkish Airlines

Deal found 6/29₱142,135

Fri 12/268:45 pmMNL - SJO

3 stops35h 05mKLM

Sat 1/38:05 pmSJO - MNL

3 stops33h 25mKLM

Deal found 6/30₱169,752

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Thu 7/1011:55 pmMNL - SJO

2 stops37h 35mMultiple Airlines

Wed 7/3012:50 amSJO - MNL

2 stops44h 05mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 6/29₱72,277

Thu 7/108:40 amMNL - SJO

1 stop36h 35mUnited Airlines

Thu 7/315:30 amSJO - MNL

2 stops34h 25mUnited Airlines

Deal found 6/29₱132,517

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Return

Price

ManilaSan José

MNL - SJO

MNLSJO

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Wed 9/17

11:55 pm-11:15 pm

3 stops37h 20m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 9/23

6:10 am-10:55 am

3 stops38h 45m

₱63,840

ManilaSan José

MNL - SJO

MNLSJO

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Wed 9/17

8:40 am-7:37 pm

2 stops24h 57m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 9/23

1:30 pm-5:55 am

2 stops50h 25m

₱68,452

ManilaSan José

MNL - SJO

MNLSJO

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Wed 9/17

6:35 pm-7:42 pm

2 stops39h 07m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 9/23

12:12 pm-4:10 pm

2 stops37h 58m

₱93,313

ManilaSan José

MNL - SJO

MNLSJO

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Wed 8/6

9:25 am-10:50 pm

2 stops51h 25m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 8/17

8:00 am-6:20 am

2 stops56h 20m

₱116,149

ManilaSan José

MNL - SJO

MNLSJO

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Wed 8/6

9:25 pm-11:30 pm

2 stops40h 05m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 8/17

10:10 am-7:10 pm

3 stops43h 00m

₱142,135

ManilaSan José

MNL - SJO

MNLSJO

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Fri 12/26

8:45 pm-5:50 pm

3 stops35h 05m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 1/3

8:05 pm-7:30 pm

3 stops33h 25m

₱169,752

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Everything you need to know about your flight to San José

When is the best time to book a flight to San José?

Booking 57 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights to San José. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

How long is the flight to San José?

On average, a flight from Manila to San José takes 28 hours 55 minutes. Flights to San José from other popular cities in Philippines will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

What are the most popular airlines that fly to San José?

The most popular airlines flying from Manila to San José are United Airlines and Qatar Airways.

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to San José?

The cheapest airlines flying from Manila to San José are United Airlines and Qatar Airways.

Rainfall in San José by month

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in San José 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 San José when rainfall is around 0.0 mm.

Temperature in San José by month

If weather is an important factor for your trip to San José, 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. Travelers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 18.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing San José

Get a feel of what it's like to fly with KLM, Qatar Airways, and United Airlines to Costa Rica by reading reviews from past customers. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

KLM

7.8

Good

1,366 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

4.0

Okay

Anonymous,Jun 2025

AMS - BOS

A two and half hour delay caused havoc with all connections. Otherwise on board service was great.

KLM

7.8

Good

1,366 reviews

KLM

7.8

Good

1,366 reviews

Check prices

Reviews

1 / 20

4.0

Okay

Anonymous,Jun 2025

AMS - BOS

A two and half hour delay caused havoc with all connections. Otherwise on board service was great.

Qatar Airways

7.4

Good

3,596 reviews

KLM

7.8

Good

1,366 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

4.0

Okay

Anonymous,Jun 2025

AMS - BOS

A two and half hour delay caused havoc with all connections. Otherwise on board service was great.

United Airlines

7.4

Good

8,852 reviews

KLM

7.8

Good

1,366 reviews

Check prices

Reviews

1 / 20

4.0

Okay

Anonymous,Jun 2025

AMS - BOS

A two and half hour delay caused havoc with all connections. Otherwise on board service was great.

Turkish Airlines

7.3

Good

3,886 reviews

KLM

7.8

Good

1,366 reviews

Check prices

Reviews

1 / 20

4.0

Okay

Anonymous,Jun 2025

AMS - BOS

A two and half hour delay caused havoc with all connections. Otherwise on board service was great.

Air Canada

7.1

Good

9,660 reviews

KLM

7.8

Good

1,366 reviews

Check prices

Reviews

1 / 20

4.0

Okay

Anonymous,Jun 2025

AMS - BOS

A two and half hour delay caused havoc with all connections. Otherwise on board service was great.

FAQs about flying to San José

What airport do you fly into for flights to San José?
San José Juan Santamaria Intl (SJO), located 14.1 km from the city center, is the airport you fly into when you book flights to San José.
Can I find cheaper flights to San José if I am willing to have layovers?
Yes, flights with layovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to San José on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.
What is the best airline to fly to San José?
Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, United Airlines is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to San José.
Where does the fastest flight to San José depart from?
For those looking to save time traveling to San José, Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl offers the quickest one-way flight (28 hours 55 minutes).
Does San José Juan Santamaria Intl have rental cars?
Yes. Those touching down at San José Juan Santamaria Intl can take advantage of the rental car services offered upon their arrival.
Are there hotels close to San José Juan Santamaria Intl?
Yes. San José Juan Santamaria Intl has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Around Juan Santa María is the closest property to San José Juan Santamaria Intl (0.0 km away from San José Juan Santamaria Intl).

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Everything you need to know about your flight to San José

When is the best time to book a flight to San José?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Manila to San José. Price data was last updated on June 27, 2025.

How long is the flight to San José?

What are the most popular airlines that fly to San José?

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to San José?

Rainfall in San José by month

Plan your trip to San José by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

Temperature in San José by month

Plan your trip to San José by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

Reviews of airlines servicing San José

Get a feel of what it's like to fly with KLM, Qatar Airways, and United Airlines to Costa Rica by reading reviews from past customers. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

FAQs about flying to San José

What airport do you fly into for flights to San José?

Can I find cheaper flights to San José if I am willing to have layovers?

What is the best airline to fly to San José?

Where does the fastest flight to San José depart from?

Does San José Juan Santamaria Intl have rental cars?

Are there hotels close to San José Juan Santamaria Intl?

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