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Cheap Flights from Manila Ninoy Aquino to San Jose Juan Santamaria

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Flight deals from Manila Ninoy Aquino to San Jose Juan Santamaria

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Manila Ninoy Aquino to San Jose Juan Santamaria? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
San Jose.R 10,048 per passenger.Departing Sat, 1 Nov.One-way flight with Zipair.Outbound indirect flight with Zipair, departs from Manila Ninoy Aquino on Sat, 1 Nov, arriving in San Jose Juan Santamaria.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 10,048, select.
San Jose.R 10,376 per passenger.Departing Mon, 29 Sep.One-way flight with Zipair.Outbound indirect flight with Zipair, departs from Manila Ninoy Aquino on Mon, 29 Sep, arriving in San Jose Juan Santamaria.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 10,376, select.
San Jose.R 10,591 per passenger.Departing Thu, 4 Dec.One-way flight with Zipair.Outbound indirect flight with Zipair, departs from Manila Ninoy Aquino on Thu, 4 Dec, arriving in San Jose Juan Santamaria.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 10,591, select.
San Jose.R 10,994 per passenger.Departing Mon, 13 Oct.One-way flight with Zipair.Outbound indirect flight with Zipair, departs from Manila Ninoy Aquino on Mon, 13 Oct, arriving in San Jose Juan Santamaria.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 10,994, select.
San Jose.R 12,477 per passenger.Departing Mon, 13 Apr.One-way flight with China Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with China Airlines, departs from Manila Ninoy Aquino on Mon, 13 Apr, arriving in San Jose Juan Santamaria.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 12,477, select.
San Jose.R 12,898 per passenger.Departing Sat, 10 Jan.One-way flight with China Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with China Airlines, departs from Manila Ninoy Aquino on Sat, 10 Jan, arriving in San Jose Juan Santamaria.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 12,898, select.
San Jose.R 12,940 per passenger.Departing Thu, 26 Feb.One-way flight with Philippine Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Philippine Airlines, departs from Manila Ninoy Aquino on Thu, 26 Feb, arriving in San Jose Juan Santamaria.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 12,940, select.
San Jose.R 13,290 per passenger.Departing Fri, 13 Mar.One-way flight with Philippine Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Philippine Airlines, departs from Manila Ninoy Aquino on Fri, 13 Mar, arriving in San Jose Juan Santamaria.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 13,290, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Manila Ninoy Aquino to San Jose Juan Santamaria

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Manila Ninoy Aquino to San Jose Juan Santamaria flights are currently cheapest in November.
Sep
from R 10,383
Oct
from R 11,002
Nov
from R 10,055
Dec
from R 10,599
Jan
from R 12,908
Feb
from R 12,950
Mar
from R 13,300
Apr
from R 12,486
May
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Jul
from R 13,996
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Manila Ninoy Aquino to San Jose Juan Santamaria: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Manila Ninoy Aquino to San Jose below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than San Jose Juan Santamaria.

Manila to San Jose: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 10,048
Cheapest month to flyNovember

Finding cheap flights from Manila Ninoy Aquino to San Jose Juan Santamaria: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Manila Ninoy Aquino to San Jose Juan Santamaria is R 19,522. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Manila Ninoy Aquino to San Jose Juan Santamaria. But we found flights with one or more stops from R 19,536.
As of September 2025, there are no flights flying from Manila Ninoy Aquino to San Jose Juan Santamaria.
The cheapest month to fly from Manila Ninoy Aquino to San Jose Juan Santamaria is usually November.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport to San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport on Monday, 10 November 2025.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport and San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to San Jose Juan Santamaria but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to San Jose is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Cathay Pacific offers the cheapest flight tickets to San Jose Juan Santamaria.

Travelling from Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL) to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO): what you need to know

  • The timezone in San Jose is UTC-6, which is 14 hours behind Manila.

  • Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Show up at the airport on time to catch your MNL to SJO flight.

  • Flying during a peak time such as April? Public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer queues at airport checkpoints. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.

  • Break up your flight or take a detour to a new city with a stopover. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to see your options when searching for tickets from Ninoy Aquino International Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport. Many passengers pass through Los Angeles International Airport on this route.

How to find the cheapest flights from Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL) to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)

  • At the moment, R 10,055 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Ninoy Aquino International Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is R 19,536. Remember that fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.

  • It's usually best to book in advance if you're looking for cheap tickets from MNL to SJO. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.

  • Getting cheap flights from Ninoy Aquino International Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport is more likely if you can be flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the lowest fares across every month and bag a great deal.

  • Never miss a deal on cheap flights from MNL to SJO by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a special offer becomes available.

  • Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Ninoy Aquino International Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport.

Handy information about Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL)

  • Of all flights departing from Ninoy Aquino International Airport, 70.07% arrive on time at their destination.

  • To get to Ninoy Aquino International Airport from central Manila, it takes about 35 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 13 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.

  • The trip when using public transport typically takes 1 hour 15 minutes.

  • Have an early flight from Ninoy Aquino International Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these hotels close to MNL:

Arriving at Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)

  • If you're landing on a late Ninoy Aquino International Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping shortly after at one of these hotels near SJO:

  • Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Juan Santamaria International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from NextCar, Europcar or Dollar to explore San Jose and beyond.

  • To secure the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Juan Santamaria International Airport about three weeks before you set off.

Getting from Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) to central San Jose

  • Juan Santamaria International Airport to the centre of San Jose has a drive time of around 20 minutes. It's approximately 18 kilometres away.

  • It'll take around 2 hours 20 minutes to get there using public transport.

When to fly to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)

  • July is the most popular month for flights from Ninoy Aquino International Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport. To avoid the crowds, visit San Jose in May.

  • The warmest month in San Jose is March, with the temperature ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Lock in your flights from Ninoy Aquino International Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.

  • January has average temperatures of between 12ºC (54ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF). Search for cheap tickets from MNL to SJO sometime then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.

Explore more of Costa Rica

  • You've done San Jose, now it's time to explore more of Costa Rica. Journey about 113 kilometres east to Limon to check off its must-visit sights. From Veragua Rainforest Park to Playa Bonita and Cruise Pier Puerto Limon, there's plenty to keep you busy.

  • Around 18 kilometres north-west of San Jose, Alajuela is another favourite stop in Costa Rica. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at La Perla Park, Los Duendes Park and Finca El Soto.

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