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$425+ Cheap flights from San José (SJO) to Malpensa (MXP)

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 4/30. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SJO — MXP
Apr 9 — Apr 161
Wed 4/9
Wed 4/16
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from San José to Malpensa

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San José (SJO) to Malpensa (MXP). 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 April 4, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$1,027
(Air Europa)

One-way from

$425
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$1,253
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Cheapest flights from San José to Malpensa
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San José to Malpensa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 4, 2025.

This Air Europa deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/3. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Air Europa is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/202:29 pmSJO - MXP
2 stops35h 16mAir Europa
Wed 8/2011:05 amMXP - SJO
2 stops18h 48mAir Europa
Deal found 4/3$1,027
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/4. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/126:15 pmSJO - MXP
1 stop17h 10mIberia
Sat 11/227:10 pmMXP - SJO
1 stop28h 20mIberia
Deal found 4/4$1,040
This Air Europa deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/3. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Air Europa is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/144:57 pmSJO - MXP
2 stops17h 23mMultiple Airlines
Fri 11/2110:50 amMXP - SJO
2 stops28h 11mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/3$1,045
This Air France deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/3. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Air France is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/102:29 pmSJO - MXP
2 stops19h 51mAir France
Wed 6/256:50 amMXP - SJO
1 stop18h 35mAir France
Deal found 4/3$1,086
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/3. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/2810:10 amSJO - MXP
3 stops29h 35mTurkish Airlines
Wed 6/410:45 amMXP - SJO
2 stops44h 45mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 4/3$1,322
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/3. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/46:15 amSJO - MXP
2 stops23h 45mAir Canada
Tue 4/1512:15 pmMXP - SJO
1 stop16h 50mAir Canada
Deal found 4/3$1,342
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/3. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 6/203:25 pmSJO - MXP
1 stop14h 35mSWISS
Tue 8/57:30 pmMXP - SJO
1 stop25h 40mSWISS
Deal found 4/3$1,379
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/4. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/307:15 amSJO - MXP
1 stop16h 15mUnited Airlines
Mon 5/123:20 pmMXP - SJO
2 stops36h 17mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/4$1,403
This Lufthansa deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/3. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Lufthansa is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/177:25 pmSJO - MXP
1 stop19h 45mLufthansa
Thu 8/76:20 amMXP - SJO
2 stops39h 25mLufthansa
Deal found 4/3$1,432

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Customize your flight search to find flights from San José to Malpensa that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated April 4, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San José to Milan Malpensa Airport that are best for you.

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Malpensa

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Price

San JoséMilan

SJO - MXP

SJOMXP

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 5/20

2:29 pm-9:45 am

2 stops35h 16m

Milan Malpensa

Wed 8/20

11:05 am-9:53 pm

2 stops18h 48m

$1,027

San JoséMilan

SJO - MXP

SJOMXP

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 9/27

2:29 pm-5:15 pm

2 stops18h 46m

Milan Malpensa

Thu 10/9

6:15 pm-7:35 am

2 stops45h 20m

$1,055

San JoséMilan

SJO - MXP

SJOMXP

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 5/21

4:30 pm-9:40 am

1 stop33h 10m

Milan Malpensa

Thu 7/3

10:25 am-2:35 pm

1 stop36h 10m

$1,074

San JoséMilan

SJO - MXP

SJOMXP

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 6/10

2:29 pm-6:20 pm

2 stops19h 51m

Milan Malpensa

Wed 6/25

6:50 am-5:25 pm

1 stop18h 35m

$1,086

San JoséMilan

SJO - MXP

SJOMXP

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 5/28

10:10 am-11:45 pm

3 stops29h 35m

Milan Malpensa

Wed 6/4

10:45 am-11:30 pm

2 stops44h 45m

$1,322

San JoséMilan

SJO - MXP

SJOMXP

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 6/20

3:25 pm-2:00 pm

1 stop14h 35m

Milan Malpensa

Tue 8/5

7:30 pm-1:10 pm

1 stop25h 40m

$1,379

San JoséMilan

SJO - MXP

SJOMXP

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 4/30

7:15 am-7:30 am

1 stop16h 15m

Milan Malpensa

Thu 5/15

3:20 pm-12:26 pm

2 stops29h 06m

$1,403

San JoséMilan

SJO - MXP

SJOMXP

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 6/17

7:25 pm-11:10 pm

1 stop19h 45m

Milan Malpensa

Thu 8/7

6:20 am-1:45 pm

2 stops39h 25m

$1,432

San JoséMilan

SJO - MXP

SJOMXP

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 6/18

8:00 am-9:55 am

2 stops41h 55m

Milan Malpensa

Fri 8/1

5:50 am-8:25 pm

2 stops22h 35m

$1,609

San JoséMilan

SJO - MXP

SJOMXP

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 4/30

8:25 am-12:00 pm

2 stops19h 35m

$425

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Compare providers for flights from San José to Malpensa

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from San José to Malpensa in April.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on San José, San José Province-Milan Malpensa Airport flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on San José, San José Province-Milan Malpensa Airport flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from San José, San José Province-Milan Malpensa Airport flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on San José, San José Province-Milan Malpensa Airport flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for San José, San José Province-Milan Malpensa Airport flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from San José to Malpensa

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Malpensa from San José with our price prediction graph.
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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from San José to Milan Malpensa Airport

How far ahead should I book a flight from San José, San José Province to Milan Malpensa Airport?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San José to Malpensa. Price data was last updated on April 4, 2025.

Booking 22 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from San José, San José Province to Milan Malpensa Airport. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San José, San José Province to Milan Malpensa Airport?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San José, San José Province to Milan Malpensa Airport (average of $594). Flying from San José, San José Province to Milan Malpensa Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,063). 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.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from SJO to MXP?

Find hourly flight availability from San José to Malpensa. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated April 4, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from San José, San José Province to Milan Malpensa Airport in the afternoon. By choosing this option you can save up to 28% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the evening.

Rainfall in Malpensa by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Milan Malpensa Airport ranges from 2.2 - 5.2 inches per month. May is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 5.2 in. December is typically the driest time to visit Milan Malpensa Airport when rainfall is around 2.2 in.

Temperature in Malpensa by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Milan Malpensa Airport, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 71.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 33.8 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Malpensa

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Malpensa. 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 Malpensa. Reviews last updated April 4, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown SWISS, Air France and United Airlines from San José to Milan. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,574 reviews

Entertainment

6.7

Overall

7.5

Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.2

Boarding

7.6

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Yvette,Nov 2024

ZRH - ATH

The website is difficult to navigate. You pay for everything. The carry on baggage policy is complicated. The food choices were poor and the seat was uncomfortable.
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,574 reviews
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,574 reviews

Entertainment

6.7

Overall

7.5

Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.2

Boarding

7.6

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Yvette,Nov 2024

ZRH - ATH

The website is difficult to navigate. You pay for everything. The carry on baggage policy is complicated. The food choices were poor and the seat was uncomfortable.
Air France
7.4
Good
1,427 reviews
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,574 reviews

Entertainment

6.7

Overall

7.5

Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.2

Boarding

7.6

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Yvette,Nov 2024

ZRH - ATH

The website is difficult to navigate. You pay for everything. The carry on baggage policy is complicated. The food choices were poor and the seat was uncomfortable.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,618 reviews
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,574 reviews

Entertainment

6.7

Overall

7.5

Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.2

Boarding

7.6

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Yvette,Nov 2024

ZRH - ATH

The website is difficult to navigate. You pay for everything. The carry on baggage policy is complicated. The food choices were poor and the seat was uncomfortable.
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
3,751 reviews
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,574 reviews

Entertainment

6.7

Overall

7.5

Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.2

Boarding

7.6

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Yvette,Nov 2024

ZRH - ATH

The website is difficult to navigate. You pay for everything. The carry on baggage policy is complicated. The food choices were poor and the seat was uncomfortable.
Air Canada
7.0
Good
9,040 reviews
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,574 reviews

Entertainment

6.7

Overall

7.5

Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.2

Boarding

7.6

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Yvette,Nov 2024

ZRH - ATH

The website is difficult to navigate. You pay for everything. The carry on baggage policy is complicated. The food choices were poor and the seat was uncomfortable.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San José to Malpensa. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from San José to Milan Malpensa?

    Most people fly from San José Juan Santamaria Intl (SJO) if they book a flight from San José to Milan Malpensa. On average, Juan Santamaria Intl has 0 outbound flights to Milan Malpensa per day from 2 airlines. San José Juan Santamaria Intl is conveniently located just 8.8 mi from San José’s city center.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from San José, San José Province to Milan Malpensa Airport round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from San José, San José Province to Milan Malpensa Airport round-trip from $1,027. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Iberia, from $1,074, and Air France, from $1,086. These flights start at 11% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from San José, San José Province to Milan Malpensa Airport one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is Air Europa, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $641. However, be on the lookout for offers from Iberia and Turkish Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from San José, San José Province to Milan Malpensa Airport for a low price.

  • Can I find deals for flights from San José to Malpensa that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on San José to Malpensa flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from San José to Malpensa?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from San José to Malpensa.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from San José to Malpensa?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San José to Malpensa 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 San José, San José Province to Milan Malpensa Airport?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San José, San José Province to Milan Malpensa Airport (average of $594). Flying from San José, San José Province to Milan Malpensa Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,063). 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 2 airlines flying from San José to Malpensa

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from San José to Malpensa. 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated April 4, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air EuropaCheapest$963Average$1,227FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
Air FranceCheapest$997Average$1,402FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%

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