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₱42,047+ Cheap flights to San José

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 5/27. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
— SJO
May 14 — May 211
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Flights to San José in 2026

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Cheapest flights to San José
Explore the most affordable flight options available to San José. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on April 14, 2026.

Sun 5/1710:45 am
MNL
-
SJO
2 stops50h 48m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 5/2312:53 am
SJO
-
MNL
2 stops42h 37m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/10₱81,402
Thu 7/25:45 am
MNL
-
SJO
3 stops31h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 7/121:06 am
SJO
-
MNL
2 stops44h 34m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/11₱87,264
Fri 7/35:45 am
MNL
-
SJO
2 stops32h 01m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 7/121:06 am
SJO
-
MNL
2 stops44h 34m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/11₱89,836
Wed 7/15:45 am
MNL
-
SJO
3 stops55h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 7/121:06 am
SJO
-
MNL
2 stops44h 34m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/11₱90,015
Sat 8/112:40 pm
MNL
-
SJO
2 stops49h 06m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 8/41:06 am
SJO
-
MNL
2 stops50h 29m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/11₱90,374
Thu 7/25:45 am
MNL
-
SJO
3 stops31h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 7/101:06 am
SJO
-
MNL
2 stops44h 34m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/11₱91,331
Fri 7/35:45 am
MNL
-
SJO
2 stops32h 01m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 7/111:06 am
SJO
-
MNL
2 stops44h 34m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/11₱93,903
Wed 7/16:50 pm
MNL
-
SJO
2 stops66h 56m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 7/111:06 am
SJO
-
MNL
2 stops31h 44m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/11₱96,654
Thu 4/305:45 am
MNL
-
SJO
2 stops32h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 5/112:55 am
SJO
-
MNL
2 stops44h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/10₱104,669

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Find the latest flights to San José in 2026, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 411,093 searches and data was last updated on April 14, 2026.

Round-trip from

₱81,402

One-way from

₱42,047

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

November

Average price

₱132,720
5/17-5/23
  • 5/17-5/23
  • 4 total stops
  • 93h 25m total
  • Manila to San José
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5/27
  • 5/27
  • 3 total stops
  • 48h 35m total
  • Manila to San José
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (₱1,646 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

ManilaSan José

MNL - SJO

MNLSJO

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Sun 5/17

10:45 am-11:33 pm

2 stops50h 48m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 5/23

12:53 am-9:30 am

2 stops42h 37m

₱81,402

ManilaSan José

MNL - SJO

MNLSJO

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Thu 4/30

5:45 am-11:45 pm

2 stops32h 00m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 5/1

12:55 am-11:40 am

2 stops44h 45m

₱104,669

ManilaSan José

MNL - SJO

MNLSJO

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Thu 5/14

11:05 am-11:15 pm

2 stops26h 10m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 5/26

5:45 am-5:30 am

2 stops33h 45m

₱127,816

ManilaSan José

MNL - SJO

MNLSJO

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Mon 8/31

9:20 pm-7:37 pm

2 stops36h 17m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 9/10

8:45 am-7:00 pm

1 stop44h 15m

₱141,213

ManilaSan José

MNL - SJO

MNLSJO

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Tue 6/30

8:40 am-7:15 am

1 stop36h 35m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 7/14

8:45 am-5:55 am

1 stop31h 10m

₱147,374

ManilaSan José

MNL - SJO

MNLSJO

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Tue 6/30

8:40 am-7:15 am

1 stop36h 35m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 7/12

8:45 am-7:00 pm

1 stop44h 15m

₱147,374
Quickest round-trip

ManilaSan José

MNL - SJO

MNLSJO

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Thu 7/2

9:20 pm-7:15 am

1 stop23h 55m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 7/14

8:45 am-5:55 am

1 stop31h 10m

₱162,326
Cheapest one-way
Quickest one-way

ManilaSan José

MNL - SJO

MNLSJO

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Wed 5/27

12:40 pm-11:15 pm

3 stops48h 35m

₱42,047

ManilaSan José

MNL - SJO

MNLSJO

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Mon 6/15

10:45 am-11:15 pm

3 stops50h 30m

₱49,942

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What are the cheapest airlines that fly to San José?

The cheapest airline flying from Manila to San José is United Airlines.

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 April 14, 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with 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.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,581 reviews
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Food

6.6

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Gerry,Jan 2026

YVR - DEN

Seats were uncomfortable. Second leg of my flight on United had much more comfortable seats
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,581 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,581 reviews
Check prices

Food

6.6

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Gerry,Jan 2026

YVR - DEN

Seats were uncomfortable. Second leg of my flight on United had much more comfortable seats

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 (23 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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