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Cheapest round-trip
$856
Typical prices: $1,010-$1,347
Iberia
Sat 11/3Sat 11/10
SJO - MXP • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$428
Typical prices: $498-$932
Multiple Airlines
Wed 10/31
SJO - MXP • 3 stops
Nonstop flights
There are currently no direct flights between San José and Milan Malpensa Airport. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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Our data shows that travelers who book at least 21 weeks in advance save around 23% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 18% price drop
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Cheapest • Avg $1,058 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 15h 10m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from San José to Malpensa (SJO-MXP)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from San José to Malpensa

Tue, Nov 3 - Tue, Nov 10
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5:25 pm - 6:25 pmSJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-MXP Milan Malpensa
18h 00m1 stop Madrid Barajas
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7:10 pm - 3:45 pmMXP  Milan Malpensa-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
27h 35m1 stop Madrid Barajas
$856Iberia
Tue, Nov 3 - Tue, Nov 10
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5:25 pm - 6:25 pmSJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-MXP Milan Malpensa
18h 00m1 stop Madrid Barajas
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7:10 pm - 3:45 pmMXP  Milan Malpensa-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
27h 35m1 stop Madrid Barajas
$865Iberia
Thu, Oct 15 - Fri, Oct 23
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7:15 am - 10:20 amSJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-MXP Milan Malpensa
19h 05m1 stop Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
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12:20 pm - 8:20 pmMXP  Milan Malpensa-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
16h 00m1 stop Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
$871Air Canada
Mon, Dec 28 - Mon, Jan 18
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9:20 am - 10:05 amSJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-MXP Milan Malpensa
17h 45m1 stop Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
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12:55 pm - 10:30 pmMXP  Milan Malpensa-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
40h 35m2 stops Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Toronto Pearson Intl
$876Air Canada
Mon, Oct 12 - Tue, Nov 10
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7:15 am - 10:20 amSJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-MXP Milan Malpensa
19h 05m1 stop Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
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12:55 pm - 10:30 pmMXP  Milan Malpensa-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
40h 35m2 stops Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Toronto Pearson Intl
$876Air Canada
Fri, Oct 16 - Fri, Oct 23
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7:10 am - 10:20 amSJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-MXP Milan Malpensa
19h 10m2 stops Toronto Pearson Intl Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
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12:20 pm - 8:20 pmMXP  Milan Malpensa-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
16h 00m1 stop Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
$876Air Canada
Sun, Nov 1 - Tue, Dec 1
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9:00 pm - 10:05 pmSJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-MXP Milan Malpensa
18h 05m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
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3:10 pm - 2:55 pmMXP  Milan Malpensa-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
30h 45m1 stop Zurich
$895Multiple Airlines
Thu, Oct 29 - Sun, Nov 8
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12:55 pm - 7:30 amSJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-MXP Milan Malpensa
35h 35m1 stop Newark
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12:55 pm - 11:50 pmMXP  Milan Malpensa-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
17h 55m1 stop Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
$896Multiple Airlines
Mon, Oct 12 - Tue, Nov 10
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7:05 pm - 11:00 pmSJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-MXP Milan Malpensa
19h 55m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
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6:30 am - 4:10 pmMXP  Milan Malpensa-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
16h 40m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
$957Air France
Mon, Oct 12 - Tue, Nov 10
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7:05 pm - 11:00 pmSJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-MXP Milan Malpensa
19h 55m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
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6:30 am - 4:10 pmMXP  Milan Malpensa-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
16h 40m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
$1,026Air France
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Price, demand and travel trends for San José to Milan Malpensa Airport flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from San José to Milan Malpensa Airport with more confidence.

How much is a round-trip flight from San José to Milan Malpensa Airport?

Round-trip flights from San José to Milan Malpensa Airport start at $856. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $1,010 to $1,347. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $856 on Iberia.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from San José to Milan Malpensa Airport?

Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from San José to Milan Malpensa Airport, it is 11% cheaper than the average day. Monday is the most expensive day with flight prices 10% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from San José to Milan Malpensa Airport?

•January is the cheapest month to fly from San José to Milan Malpensa Airport at $956 round-trip.
•August ($1,318) and July ($1,290) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 37% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from San José to Milan Malpensa Airport the cheapest?

Flights from San José to Milan Malpensa Airport are cheapest 21 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 23% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Key details for San José to Milan Malpensa Airport flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

$428
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 12% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 13% increase in price.
Flight from San José to Milan Malpensa Airport

When to book flights from San José to Malpensa

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from San José to Malpensa based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your San José to Milan Malpensa Airport flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.

  • Which airports can I use when flying from San José to Milan Malpensa Airport?

    Flights from San José to Milan Malpensa Airport usually depart from San José Juan Santamaria Intl (SJO) and arrive at Milan Malpensa (MXP).

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from San José to Milan Malpensa Airport?

    Three cabin classes are available on flights from San José to Milan Malpensa Airport:

    • Economy Class
    • Premium Economy Class
    • Business Class

  • Which airports do connecting flights from San José to Milan Malpensa Airport pass through?

    One-stop flights from San José to Milan Malpensa Airport most commonly connect through:

    • Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG) - 57% of one-stop connections
    • Madrid Barajas (MAD) - 33% of one-stop connections
    • Zurich (ZRH) - 5% of one-stop connections
    • Frankfurt am Main (FRA) - 3% of one-stop connections

    Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from San José to Milan Malpensa Airport?

    On the San José to Milan Malpensa Airport route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 20%. Saturday is the cheapest day at $1,045 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $1,295: a $250 difference. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • What popular places can I visit in Milan Malpensa Airport?

    Some of the most popular sights in Milan Malpensa Airport are Duomo di Milano, Piazza del Duomo and Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II. These are among the most viewed places in Milan Malpensa Airport on KAYAK.

  • How expensive are last-minute San José to Milan Malpensa Airport flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 7% above the route average of $1,169. Book 21 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How long is a flight from San José to Milan Malpensa Airport?

    A nonstop flight from San José to Milan Malpensa Airport takes 0h 00m, covering 5,862 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from San José to Milan Malpensa Airport?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How are flight prices from San José to Milan Malpensa Airport looking right now?

    One-way fares from San José to Milan Malpensa Airport are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $552, which is 27% below the typical average for this route.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from San José to Milan Malpensa Airport?

    Flying via Frankfurt am Main (FRA) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 15h 10m, compared with 16h 34m via Zurich (ZRH) and 16h 54m via Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG).

  • What is the time difference between San José and Milan Malpensa Airport?

    Milan Malpensa Airport is 8 hours ahead of San José (Central European Time vs Central Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What car rental options are available at Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP)?

    Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $1 for economy cars. Top options include:
    • SURPRICE CAR RENTAL
    • Felirent
    • Rent Smart 24
    • Europcar
    • Goldcar Rental SP

  • How much should I expect to pay for a San José to Milan Malpensa Airport flight?

    Round-trip flights from San José to Milan Malpensa Airport range from $1,010 to $1,347, with an average of $1,169 over the past 12 months. Anything below $1,010 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking San José to Milan Malpensa Airport flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Saturday departure instead of Monday. On this route, Saturday flights average $1,045 - about $250 less than Monday (19% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 21 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 23% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your San José to Milan Malpensa Airport trip for January. Fares historically average $956 round-trip in that month - typically $362 less than the most expensive month, which is August (based on the last 12 months).

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