Flights Managua — San José

Cheap flights Managua — San José

Below you can see the best deals on flights Managua — San José for upcoming dates. Direct and connecting flights from various airlines — compare prices and choose the right ticket.

The lowest price for the next 2 months is on 10 July, from AED 644.

Top 10 cheap flights Managua — San José

Direct flights Managua — San José

Direct flight options for Managua — San José with no stopovers on upcoming dates. A direct flight is faster and more convenient — especially when travelling with luggage or children.

The fastest direct flight takes around 1 h 3 min.

Top 10 direct flights Managua — San José

About the Managua — San José flight

On this page, you can find and book flights from Managua to San José. The shortest distance between the cities is 337 km, making flying the most convenient way to cross the border. Information on how to get to the airport of departure or how to get from the airport of arrival is available in the relevant sections.

Regular flights are operated by AV. Ticket prices are dynamic, so to choose the best option, use the low price calendar and price chart to help track great deals for your desired dates.

Return route:return route: flights San José → Managua

Flight ticket prices by day: Managua — San José

Below is a calendar of the lowest flight ticket prices for Managua — San José by day. Pick a convenient date and instantly see the fare. The cheapest flights on this route start from AED 644 in y, and the most expensive are around AED 1,139 in J. If your travel dates are flexible, the calendar will help you find the best price for your preferred period. To view round-trip fares, switch to the "Round trip" tab above the calendar, select your departure date — and the right-hand calendar will highlight the lowest prices for return flights on each day.

Prices by month

Managua → San José, average one-way price

Month	Average price	Level	Month	Average price	Level	Month	Average price	Level
Jan	AED 1,068	high	May	AED 767	low	Sep	AED 682	low
Feb	AED 983	high	Jun	AED 767	low	Oct	AED 682	low
Mar	AED 983	high	Jul	AED 852	medium	Nov	AED 812	medium
Apr	AED 898	medium	Aug	AED 727	low	Dec	AED 1,108	high

Some values are estimated based on seasonality.

When to fly

The climate in San José is characterized by distinct seasonality: the warmest month is April, with temperatures reaching 25.2°C, while the rainiest is October, with up to 556 mm of rainfall.

The lowest flight prices are recorded in July, starting AED 644. The peak price period is January, when fares increase AED 1,139.

For your trip, March is a great choice as a compromise between dry weather and price. It is advisable to avoid the period from September to November due to the peak of the tropical rainy season.

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How to get the best deal on a Managua — San José ticket

Book AV tickets in advance to secure the minimum price, starting AED 644, as fares on this short route tend to rise closer to the departure date.
Check nearby departure dates: mid-week flights are often cheaper than flights on Friday or Sunday.
Pay attention to baggage rules — on flights between neighboring countries, the lowest fares often include only carry-on baggage.
Use the price chart and calendar on this page to compare offers for different months and choose the most favorable option.

Airlines

Flights on this route are operated by AV (Avianca), which is the key carrier for this destination. Regular direct flights are available between the cities, allowing you to reach your destination as quickly as possible. You can check the current schedule by day of the week and route details in the list of airlines below.

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Cities and airports on the Managua — San José route

Flights Managua — San José depart from Augusto C Sandino International Airport and arrive at Juan Santamaria International Airport. Below are pages for the cities, countries, and airports on the route: airlines, schedules, and travel guides.

Departure

Managua

MGA

Nicaragua

About the city How to get there Weather All about the country Nicaragua

Arrival

San José

SJO

Costa Rica

About the city How to get there Weather All about the country Costa Rica

Departure airports

Augusto C Sandino International AirportMGA
About the airport

Arrival airports

Juan Santamaria International AirportSJO
About the airport

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Frequently asked questions about the Managua — San José flight

How long is the flight from Managua to San José?

Given the short distance of 337 km, a direct flight usually takes about 45–60 minutes, making air travel the fastest way to get there.

Which airlines fly this route?

The main scheduled carrier on this route is AV (Avianca).

Are there direct flights from Managua to San José?

Yes, direct flights are available on this route, allowing you to reach Costa Rica without any layovers.

How much is the cheapest ticket?

Flight prices change constantly depending on demand; you can always check the latest minimum fares in the low price calendar on this page.

Which airport does the flight arrive at?

Flights from Nicaragua arrive at Costa Rica's main international airport — Juan Santamaría (SJO), located near downtown San José.

Where else you can fly from Managua

Fort Lauderdale∙3 July

AED 1,914

Guatemala City∙13 July

AED 872

Where else you can fly to San José from

Guatemala City∙1 July

AED 476

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