Travelling from Managua Airport (MGA) to San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport (SJO): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Managua Airport to San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport is 1 hour 50 minutes.
San Jose's timezone is UTC-6, which is the same as Managua.
You can take your pick of eight weekly Managua Airport to San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport flights.
Your MGA to SJO flight won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
Flying during a peak month like December? School holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer queues at security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
You can travel nonstop to San Jose, Costa Rica. Prepare for takeoff with one of these airlines that operate direct flights from Managua Airport to San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport:
SANSA is the airline with the highest passenger demand for this route.
With an impressive 96.15% of services landing on schedule, Copa has the best on-time performance for MGA to SJO flights.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Managua Airport to San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Worthwhile stopovers between MGA and SJO include:
Miami International Airport
Panama City Tocumen International Airport
San Salvador Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Managua Airport (MGA) to San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport (SJO)
Currently, Rs60,544 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Managua Airport to San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is Rs89,794. Remember that fares may change due to availability when booking.
It's usually best to book in advance if you want to get cheap tickets from MGA to SJO. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
Organise your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Managua Airport to San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport. If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across every month.
Save time searching for cheap flights from MGA to SJO by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a new low fare is offered.
Lock in the ideal flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Managua Airport to San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by airline, arrival and departure times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Managua Airport (MGA)
Managua Airport earns top marks for on-time performance. 88% of flights that take off from MGA reach their destination on time.
Managua Airport is around 11 kilometres from central Managua. If you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Catching public transport? Expect a trip time of around 40 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Managua Airport to San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these hotels close to MGA:
Arriving at San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport (SJO)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Managua Airport to San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near SJO instead:
Begin your adventure by picking up a San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from NextCar, Europcar or Dollar and explore beyond San Jose's usual tourist stops.
Reserving your ride from San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport about three weeks ahead can help you secure the lowest rate.
When to fly to San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport (SJO)
The quietest month for a flight from Managua Airport to San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport is March, while April is the most popular. Choose the best time to visit San Jose based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
The warmest month in San Jose is March, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC and 29ºC. Book your flights from Managua Airport to San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
Search for cheap tickets from MGA to SJO in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 11ºC and 26ºC on average.
Explore more of Costa Rica
Limon is just one of the many places in Costa Rica waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of San Jose. Around 113 kilometres away to the east, popular attractions include Veragua Rainforest Park, Playa Bonita and Playa Los Baños.
