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$199+ Cheap flights from Managua (MGA) to San José (SJO)

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MGA — SJO
Jan 22 — Jan 291
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The best prices from Managua Augusto C Sandino to San José Juan Santamaria Intl are usually found in April or June, booked 34 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Tuesday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from Managua to San José

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Managua (MGA) 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 January 17, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$373
(Avianca)

One-way from

$199
(Avianca)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

April

Average price

$462
Provider with most accurate pricing for Managua Augusto C Sandino-San José Juan Santamaria Intl flight deals.
Provider most trusted by Cheapflights users for Managua Augusto C Sandino-San José Juan Santamaria Intl flights.
From Managua Augusto C Sandino to San José Juan Santamaria Intl
One-way flight from Managua Augusto C Sandino to San José Juan Santamaria Intl
High demand for flights, 14% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 1% potential price drop
Average for round-trip flights in January 2025

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Cheapest flights from Managua to San José
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Managua to San José. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 17, 2025.

This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. 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 Avianca is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 1/266:00 amMGA - SJO
1 stop5h 25mAvianca
Thu 1/303:10 pmSJO - MGA
1 stop7h 25mAvianca
Deal found 1/16$373
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 1/266:00 amMGA - SJO
1 stop5h 25mMultiple Airlines
Fri 1/317:00 amSJO - MGA
Nonstop1h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/16$423
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 1/219:00 amMGA - SJO
Nonstop1h 15mSANSA
Tue 1/287:00 amSJO - MGA
Nonstop1h 15mSANSA
Deal found 1/16$470
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. 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 Copa Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 1/173:49 pmMGA - SJO
Nonstop0h 59mCopa Airlines
Fri 1/249:14 amSJO - MGA
Nonstop1h 07mCopa Airlines
Deal found 1/16$494
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 1/271:42 pmMGA - SJO
2 stops21h 36mSpirit Airlines
Wed 1/291:57 amSJO - MGA
1 stop10h 50mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 1/16$602
This Aeromexico deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. 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 Aeromexico is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 1/1912:30 pmMGA - SJO
1 stop23h 13mAeromexico
Thu 2/66:18 amSJO - MGA
1 stop29h 12mAeromexico
Deal found 1/16$1,480
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. 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.
Thu 1/232:25 pmMGA - SJO
1 stop27h 51mUnited Airlines
Wed 2/56:30 amSJO - MGA
1 stop30h 48mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/16$1,833

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ManaguaSan José

MGA - SJO

MGASJO

Managua Augusto C Sandino

Mon 1/27

6:00 am-11:25 am

1 stop5h 25m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 1/30

7:00 am-8:15 am

Nonstop1h 15m

$423

ManaguaSan José

MGA - SJO

MGASJO

Managua Augusto C Sandino

Wed 4/30

9:00 am-10:15 am

Nonstop1h 15m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 5/5

7:00 am-8:15 am

Nonstop1h 15m

$470

ManaguaSan José

MGA - SJO

MGASJO

Managua Augusto C Sandino

Thu 2/20

3:49 pm-4:48 pm

Nonstop0h 59m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 2/26

8:08 am-1:09 pm

1 stop5h 01m

$495

ManaguaSan José

MGA - SJO

MGASJO

Managua Augusto C Sandino

Wed 4/30

7:10 pm-11:35 pm

1 stop4h 25m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 5/5

8:25 am-5:05 pm

1 stop8h 40m

$532

ManaguaSan José

MGA - SJO

MGASJO

Managua Augusto C Sandino

Mon 1/27

1:42 pm-11:18 am

2 stops21h 36m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 1/29

1:57 am-12:47 pm

1 stop10h 50m

$602

ManaguaSan José

MGA - SJO

MGASJO

Managua Augusto C Sandino

Sun 1/26

4:50 pm-11:20 pm

1 stop6h 30m

$199

ManaguaSan José

MGA - SJO

MGASJO

Managua Augusto C Sandino

Thu 2/6

9:00 am-10:15 am

Nonstop1h 15m

$240

ManaguaSan José

MGA - SJO

MGASJO

Managua Augusto C Sandino

Thu 2/20

3:49 pm-4:48 pm

Nonstop0h 59m

$260

ManaguaSan José

MGA - SJO

MGASJO

Managua Augusto C Sandino

Thu 2/6

1:42 pm-11:18 am

3 stops21h 36m

$295

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Deals found on 1/16

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Managua to San José in January.
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 Managua-San José, San José Province flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Managua-San José, San José Province flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Managua-San José, San José Province flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Managua-San José, San José Province 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 Managua-San José, San José Province flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

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Travel insights for flights from Managua to San José

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Managua to San José including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

How far ahead should I book a flight from Managua to San José, San José Province?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Managua to San José. Price data was last updated on January 10, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Managua to San José, San José Province, you should look to book at least 34 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 Managua to San José, San José Province?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Managua to San José, San José Province (average of $398). Flying from Managua to San José, San José Province in March is currently the most expensive (average of $555). 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 MGA to SJO?

Find hourly flight availability from Managua to San José. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated January 17, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Managua to San José, San José Province in the evening. By choosing this option you can save up to 36% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at noon.

Rainfall in San José by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in San José, San José Province ranges from 0.0 - 11.8 inches per month. September is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 11.8 in. February is typically the driest time to visit San José, San José Province when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in San José by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to San José, San José Province, 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 69.8 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 64.4 F).

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 January 17, 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from Managua to San José, see what other customers have to say about United Airlines, Copa Airlines and Spirit Airlines. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
7.7
Good
1,658 reviews

Crew

8.2

Comfort

7.5

Food

7.0

Overall

7.7

Boarding

7.9

Entertainment

6.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Breakfast food was a wonderful surprise! Tasty and unexpected. Chill attendants. No problems.

7.7
Good
1,658 reviews
7.7
Good
1,658 reviews

Crew

8.2

Comfort

7.5

Food

7.0

Overall

7.7

Boarding

7.9

Entertainment

6.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Breakfast food was a wonderful surprise! Tasty and unexpected. Chill attendants. No problems.

7.5
Good
1,849 reviews
7.7
Good
1,658 reviews

Crew

8.2

Comfort

7.5

Food

7.0

Overall

7.7

Boarding

7.9

Entertainment

6.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Breakfast food was a wonderful surprise! Tasty and unexpected. Chill attendants. No problems.

7.4
Good
8,965 reviews
7.7
Good
1,658 reviews

Crew

8.2

Comfort

7.5

Food

7.0

Overall

7.7

Boarding

7.9

Entertainment

6.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Breakfast food was a wonderful surprise! Tasty and unexpected. Chill attendants. No problems.

6.9
Okay
2,573 reviews
7.7
Good
1,658 reviews

Crew

8.2

Comfort

7.5

Food

7.0

Overall

7.7

Boarding

7.9

Entertainment

6.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Breakfast food was a wonderful surprise! Tasty and unexpected. Chill attendants. No problems.

6.3
Okay
8,098 reviews
7.7
Good
1,658 reviews

Crew

8.2

Comfort

7.5

Food

7.0

Overall

7.7

Boarding

7.9

Entertainment

6.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Breakfast food was a wonderful surprise! Tasty and unexpected. Chill attendants. No problems.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Managua to San José. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What airports do I use to fly from Managua to San José?

    San José Juan Santamaria Intl is the airport most travelers will use when flying to San José from Managua Augusto C Sandino. Booking flights from Augusto C Sandino (MGA) to Juan Santamaria Intl (SJO) should be relatively easy as there is 1 daily flight to San José from 4 different airlines. 1h 15m is how long a flight from Managua to San José Juan Santamaria Intl will take if you book a nonstop flight.

  • How popular is this Managua to San José, San José Province flight route?

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

    Avianca, at $373, was found to be the cheapest airline from Managua to San José, San José Province.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include SANSA and Copa Airlines. Avianca is priced at 7% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Avianca, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $199. SANSA flights start at $240 while deals on Copa Airlines start at $254 one-way.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Managua to San José, San José Province?

    Before booking your flight to San José, San José Province from Managua, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Air France (84%), Iberia (84%), Copa Airlines( 84%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Managua to San José, San José Province?

    The cheapest flight price from Managua to San José, San José Province is $203. On average you can expect to pay $389. The most popular route, (Managua Augusto C Sandino - San José Juan Santamaria Intl), can usually be booked for $423.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Managua 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 Managua to San José, San José Province?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Managua to San José, San José Province (average of $398). Flying from Managua to San José, San José Province in March is currently the most expensive (average of $555). 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 3 airlines flying from Managua to San José

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Managua 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated January 17, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
SANSACheapest$189Average$378FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
AviancaCheapest$236Average$342FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Copa AirlinesCheapest$247Average$471FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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