Travelling from San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport (SJO) to Manchester Airport (MAN): what you need to know
The timezone in Manchester is UTC+0, which is six hours ahead of San Jose.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your SJO to MAN flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
You'll likely experience bigger queues in popular months like April. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
If you'd like to explore another city along the way, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport to Manchester Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between SJO and MAN:
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How to find the cheapest flights from San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport (SJO) to Manchester Airport (MAN)
Currently, Rs124,555 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport to Manchester Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is Rs247,378. Keep in mind that fares may change due to availability when booking.
It's usually best to book ahead of time if you want to get cheap tickets from SJO to MAN. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
If you can be flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the cheapest price across each month when searching for your flight from San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport to Manchester Airport.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from SJO to MAN by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when a special offer becomes available.
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Handy information about San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport (SJO)
79% of flights taking off from San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport arrive at their destination on time.
Central San Jose to San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport is approximately 18 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 25 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing.
Expect a trip time of roughly 1 hour when using public transport.
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Arriving at Manchester Airport (MAN)
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For the lowest price, reserve your ride from Manchester Airport about four weeks before you set off.
Getting from Manchester Airport (MAN) to central Manchester
Manchester Airport to central Manchester has a drive time of around 25 minutes. It's approximately 14 kilometres away.
Travelling on public transport takes around 20 minutes.
When to fly to Manchester Airport (MAN)
August is the most popular month for flights from San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport to Manchester Airport. For a quieter experience, travel to Manchester in March.
When reserving your flight from San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport to Manchester Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Manchester, with the temperature ranging from 9ºC to 23ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from SJO to MAN in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -1ºC and 8ºC on average.
Explore more of the United Kingdom
You've visited Manchester, now it's time to explore other parts of the United Kingdom. Journey about 257 kilometres south-east to London to check off its leading sights. From The British Museum to Westminster Abbey and Big Ben, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
If you want to check out another great destination in the United Kingdom, head for Birmingham, roughly 113 kilometres south of Manchester. Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery, Birmingham Hippodrome Theatre and The Library of Birmingham are key reasons to visit.