Are direct flights from Manila to San Jose always the best option?

Direct flights offer convenience by reducing travel time and avoiding layovers. However, they are not always the most budget-friendly choice. Flights with one or more stops can often be more affordable, depending on the route and airline.

Can flexible travel dates help on Manila to San Jose flights?

Being flexible with your travel dates can significantly impact flight prices. Mid-week travel or flying during off-peak seasons often results in lower fares. Even shifting your departure or return by a day or two may lead to savings.

What extra costs should I check before booking Manila to San Jose flights?

Before booking, always check for potential extra costs such as baggage fees, seat selection charges, and in-flight services. Some airlines may also charge for printing boarding passes at the airport. Understanding these fees helps you calculate the true cost of your journey.

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2026-10-20 – 2026-11-02
MNL - San Jose
76% AI deal score
$892
$812
Round trip
2026-10-11 – 2026-10-18
MNL - San Jose
78% AI deal score
$942
$816
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2026-10-14 – 2026-10-21
MNL - San Jose
78% AI deal score
$942
$816
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2026-10-12 – 2026-10-19
MNL - San Jose
78% AI deal score
$942
$817
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2026-10-09 – 2026-10-16
MNL - San Jose
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$950
$862
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2026-10-27 – 2026-11-06
MNL - San Jose
72% AI deal score
$902
$984
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2026-10-27 – 2026-11-03
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73% AI deal score
$937
$991
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74% AI deal score
$888
$992
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MNL - San Jose
72% AI deal score
$872
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MNL - San Jose
73% AI deal score
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Manila to San Jose: Overview

Insights for flights from Manila to San Jose

Only 1% of recent fares for flights from Manila to San Jose were classified as a good price. Right now, fares for this route typically range from $1069–$2038, with a median of $1298. Current prices are near the typical level for this route.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Manila to San Jose? The most affordable month to fly is typically June, with a median fare of $524. May also offers competitive pricing, with a median fare of $707, followed by July at $714.

Most itineraries for this route connect at least once. There are currently no direct flights from Manila to San Jose. For connecting itineraries, the typical number of stopovers is 2.

A typical journey from Manila to San Jose takes approximately 26h 36m, including connections. This is a long-haul route, covering a distance of 11277 km.

How much is a round trip from Manila to San Jose

Regular price: $799 - $1,593

Prices for flights from Manila to San Jose are currently within the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Manila to San Jose is between $799 and $1593. The current lowest deal is $812, available via kayak for travel from Oct 20-Nov 2.

now $812

Low $799

High $1,593

The cheapest time to fly from Manila to San Jose

The cheapest month to fly from MNL to SJC is June, with a median price of $524. The most expensive month is January, with a median price of $1008. Prices are generally lower from May to November.

June

Cheapest

Flights from $524

January

Most Expensive

Flights from $1,008

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Manila to San Jose

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

Frontier Airlines

Cathay Pacific

2GO

Last-minute flights going from Manila to San Jose

Wed, Sep 2

⌛ Last-Minute

MNL - San Jose

Manila (MNL) - San Jose (SJC)

China Airlines

$1,017

$1,316

One-way

Thu, Sep 3

⌛ Last-Minute

MNL - San Jose

Manila (MNL) - San Jose (SJC)

China Airlines

$1,112

$1,233

One-way

Thu, Sep 3

⌛ Last-Minute

MNL - San Jose

Manila (MNL) - San Jose (SJC)

$1,192

$1,445

One-way

Fri, Sep 4

⌛ Last-Minute

MNL - San Jose

Manila (MNL) - San Jose (SJC)

China Airlines

$1,040

$1,233

One-way

Sat, Sep 5

⌛ Last-Minute

MNL - San Jose

Manila (MNL) - San Jose (SJC)

Cathay Pacific

$1,112

$1,033

One-way

Sat, Sep 5

⌛ Last-Minute

MNL - San Jose

Manila (MNL) - San Jose (SJC)

China Airlines

$1,040

$1,237

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Manila to San Jose

7 nights

Oct 14 - Oct 21

$942 → $816

13%

7 nights

Sep 5 - Sep 12

$1,112 → $1,031

4 nights

Oct 11 - Oct 15

$993 → $941

4 nights

Oct 4 - Oct 8

$998 → $960

Popular Airports to fly from Manila to San Jose

Manila - San Jose route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are near the typical level

Recent fares for Manila to San Jose are near the typical level for this route.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in June for the best prices

Historically, June is the cheapest month to fly from Manila to San Jose, with a median price of $524.

⏱️ Flight duration

Connecting flights take 26h 36m

Flights from Manila to San Jose typically involve connecting, with a median duration of 26h 36m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

This route is connecting-dominant, with a median of 2 stopovers on connecting flights.

🏆 Airline highlight

Alaska Airlines, Inc. offers deals

Alaska Airlines, Inc. has offered 43 direct deals on the Manila to San Jose route recently.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are rare for this route

Deals for flights from Manila to San Jose are historically rare.

Manila main airports to depart from

Ninoy Aquino International (MNL)

Cheapest

Ninoy Aquino International is a good option for flights from Manila to San Jose.

📍 ~11 km from Manila city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$816

San Jose main airports to arrive at

San Jose International (SJC)

Cheapest

San Jose International Airport is ideal for direct access to San Jose and the surrounding Silicon Valley.

📍 ~5 km from San Jose city center (reachable by car, bus, and light rail).

💸 Flights from ~$816

Airports nearby San Jose used as alternative

San Francisco International (SFO)

Cheapest

San Francisco International offers the most extensive route network in Northern California with more carrier options.

📍 ~50 km from San Jose (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$664

Business & First Class Flight Deals to San Jose

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Best Elite deals to San Jose

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From MNL

Elite

Sep 23

San Jose, United States

79% AI deal score

$6,159

$5,747

Save $412

Cathay Pacific, +1

Business Class

From MNL

Elite

Oct 17

San Jose, United States

78% AI deal score

$5,942

$5,472

Save $470

Asiana Airlines, +1

Business Class

From MNL

Elite

Oct 17

San Jose, United States

78% AI deal score

$6,080

$5,494

Save $586

Asiana Airlines, +1

Business Class

From MNL

Elite

Nov 09

San Jose, United States

78% AI deal score

$5,858

$5,570

Save $288

Etihad Airways, +1

Business Class

From MNL

Elite

Oct 24

San Jose, United States

78% AI deal score

$6,045

$5,573

Save $472

Asiana Airlines, +1

Business Class

From MNL

Elite

Oct 04

San Jose, United States

78% AI deal score

$5,792

$5,636

Save $156

Jett8 Airlines Cargo, +1

Business Class

From MNL

Elite

Nov 10

San Jose, United States

78% AI deal score

$16,186

$15,691

Save $495

Jett8 Airlines Cargo, +1

Business Class

From MNL

Elite

Nov 11

San Jose, United States

78% AI deal score

$16,271

$15,691

Save $580

Jett8 Airlines Cargo, +1

Business Class

From MNL

Elite

Nov 12

San Jose, United States

78% AI deal score

$16,318

$15,736

Save $582

Jett8 Airlines Cargo, +1

Business Class

From MNL

Elite

Dec 19

San Jose, United States

78% AI deal score

$17,014

$15,802

Save $1,212

Jett8 Airlines Cargo, +1

Business Class

From MNL

Elite

Nov 19

San Jose, United States

78% AI deal score

$16,450

$15,802

Save $648

Jett8 Airlines Cargo, +1

Business Class

From MNL

Elite

Dec 16

San Jose, United States

78% AI deal score

$16,753

$15,807

Save $946

Jett8 Airlines Cargo, +1

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to San Jose

To find more affordable flights, consider being flexible with your travel dates and times. Comparing prices across different airlines and booking sites can also help you discover better deals. Looking into flights with layovers may sometimes present lower fares than direct routes.

Booking in advance often provides more options and potentially better prices, especially for international routes. However, last-minute deals can sometimes appear, though they are less predictable. Monitoring price trends can help you decide on an optimal booking time.

Yes, comparing nearby airports at both your origin and destination can sometimes reveal more economical flight options. While it may involve additional ground transportation, the savings on airfare can sometimes be significant. Always factor in the total cost and travel time.

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Manila to San Jose: Overview

Insights for flights from Manila to San Jose

Most itineraries for this route connect at least once. There are currently no direct flights from Manila to San Jose. For connecting itineraries, the typical number of stopovers is 2.

A typical journey from Manila to San Jose takes approximately 26h 36m, including connections. This is a long-haul route, covering a distance of 11277 km.

How much is a round trip from Manila to San Jose

Regular price: $799 - $1,593

Prices for flights from Manila to San Jose are currently within the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Manila to San Jose is between $799 and $1593. The current lowest deal is $812, available via kayak for travel from Oct 20-Nov 2.

now $812

Low $799

High $1,593

The cheapest time to fly from Manila to San Jose

The cheapest month to fly from MNL to SJC is June, with a median price of $524. The most expensive month is January, with a median price of $1008. Prices are generally lower from May to November.

June

Cheapest

Flights from $524

January

Most Expensive

Flights from $1,008

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Manila to San Jose

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

Frontier Airlines

Cathay Pacific

2GO

Last-minute flights going from Manila to San Jose

Wed, Sep 2

⌛ Last-Minute

MNL - San Jose

Manila (MNL) - San Jose (SJC)

China Airlines

$1,017

$1,316

One-way

Thu, Sep 3

⌛ Last-Minute

MNL - San Jose

Manila (MNL) - San Jose (SJC)

China Airlines

$1,112

$1,233

One-way

Thu, Sep 3

⌛ Last-Minute

MNL - San Jose

Manila (MNL) - San Jose (SJC)

$1,192

$1,445

One-way

Fri, Sep 4

⌛ Last-Minute

MNL - San Jose

Manila (MNL) - San Jose (SJC)

China Airlines

$1,040

$1,233

One-way

Sat, Sep 5

⌛ Last-Minute

MNL - San Jose

Manila (MNL) - San Jose (SJC)

Cathay Pacific

$1,112

$1,033

One-way

Sat, Sep 5

⌛ Last-Minute

MNL - San Jose

Manila (MNL) - San Jose (SJC)

China Airlines

$1,040

$1,237

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Manila to San Jose

7 nights

Oct 14 - Oct 21

$942 → $816

13%

7 nights

Sep 5 - Sep 12

$1,112 → $1,031

4 nights

Oct 11 - Oct 15

$993 → $941

4 nights

Oct 4 - Oct 8

$998 → $960

Popular Airports to fly from Manila to San Jose

Manila - San Jose route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are near the typical level

Recent fares for Manila to San Jose are near the typical level for this route.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in June for the best prices

Historically, June is the cheapest month to fly from Manila to San Jose, with a median price of $524.

⏱️ Flight duration

Connecting flights take 26h 36m

Flights from Manila to San Jose typically involve connecting, with a median duration of 26h 36m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

This route is connecting-dominant, with a median of 2 stopovers on connecting flights.

🏆 Airline highlight

Alaska Airlines, Inc. offers deals

Alaska Airlines, Inc. has offered 43 direct deals on the Manila to San Jose route recently.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are rare for this route

Deals for flights from Manila to San Jose are historically rare.

Manila main airports to depart from

Ninoy Aquino International (MNL)

Cheapest

Ninoy Aquino International is a good option for flights from Manila to San Jose.

📍 ~11 km from Manila city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$816

San Jose main airports to arrive at

San Jose International (SJC)

Cheapest

San Jose International Airport is ideal for direct access to San Jose and the surrounding Silicon Valley.

📍 ~5 km from San Jose city center (reachable by car, bus, and light rail).

💸 Flights from ~$816

Airports nearby San Jose used as alternative

San Francisco International (SFO)

Cheapest

San Francisco International offers the most extensive route network in Northern California with more carrier options.

San Jose, United States

78% AI deal score

$16,753

$15,807

Save $946

Jett8 Airlines Cargo, +1

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to San Jose

Cheap Flights from Manila to San Jose

Today’s best flight deals from Manila to San Jose

Manila to San Jose: Overview

Insights for flights from Manila to San Jose

How much is a round trip from Manila to San Jose

The cheapest time to fly from Manila to San Jose

Direct flights from Manila to San Jose

Last-minute flights going from Manila to San Jose

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Manila to San Jose

Popular Airports to fly from Manila to San Jose

Manila - San Jose route insights

Recent fares are near the typical level

Fly in June for the best prices

Connecting flights take 26h 36m

Connecting flights are dominant

Alaska Airlines, Inc. offers deals

Deals are rare for this route

Manila main airports to depart from

San Jose main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby San Jose used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to San Jose

Best Elite deals to San Jose

Sep 23

Oct 17

Oct 17

Nov 09

Oct 24

Oct 04

Nov 10

Nov 11

Nov 12

Dec 19

Nov 19

Dec 16

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to San Jose

How can I find cheap flights from Manila to San Jose?

When should I book flights from Manila to San Jose?

Should I compare nearby airports for flights from Manila to San Jose?

Are direct flights from Manila to San Jose always the best option?

Can flexible travel dates help on Manila to San Jose flights?

What extra costs should I check before booking Manila to San Jose flights?

Related routes

More routes from Manila

Flights to San Jose from other cities

Manila to San Jose: Overview

Insights for flights from Manila to San Jose

How much is a round trip from Manila to San Jose

The cheapest time to fly from Manila to San Jose

Direct flights from Manila to San Jose

Last-minute flights going from Manila to San Jose

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Manila to San Jose

Popular Airports to fly from Manila to San Jose

Manila - San Jose route insights

Recent fares are near the typical level

Fly in June for the best prices

Connecting flights take 26h 36m

Connecting flights are dominant

Alaska Airlines, Inc. offers deals

Deals are rare for this route

Manila main airports to depart from

San Jose main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby San Jose used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to San Jose

Best Elite deals to San Jose

Sep 23

Oct 17

Oct 17

Nov 09

Oct 24

Oct 04

Nov 10

Nov 11

Nov 12

Dec 19

Nov 19

Dec 16

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to San Jose

How can I find cheap flights from Manila to San Jose?

When should I book flights from Manila to San Jose?

Should I compare nearby airports for flights from Manila to San Jose?