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$107+ Cheap flights from John F Kennedy Intl, NY (JFK) to Costa Rica

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JFK — SJO
Jan 11 — Jan 181
Sun 1/11
Sun 1/18
1 adult, Economy
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This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/116:30 amJFK - SJO
1 stop8h 32mAmerican Airlines
Tue 12/167:00 amSJO - JFK
1 stop16h 59mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/10$236
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Wed 12/1011:05 amJFK - SJO
2 stops12h 23mAmerican Airlines
Wed 12/1712:56 pmSJO - JFK
1 stop9h 34mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/10$240
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Wed 12/109:00 amJFK - SJO
1 stop14h 28mAmerican Airlines
Fri 12/123:38 pmSJO - JFK
1 stop8h 21mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/9$243
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Thu 12/259:59 amJFK - SJO
Nonstop5h 31mJetBlue
Sat 1/33:50 pmSJO - JFK
Nonstop5h 04mJetBlue
Deal found 12/11$251
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Thu 12/1110:00 amJFK - SJO
1 stop7h 10mAvianca
Sun 12/1410:45 pmSJO - JFK
1 stop7h 10mAvianca
Deal found 12/10$253
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Thu 12/1110:00 amJFK - SJO
1 stop7h 10mAvianca
Tue 12/168:05 pmSJO - JFK
1 stop7h 15mAvianca
Deal found 12/11$254
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Thu 12/1110:00 amJFK - SJO
Nonstop7h 10mAvianca
Thu 12/183:05 pmSJO - JFK
1 stop12h 15mAvianca
Deal found 12/10$262
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Thu 12/1110:00 amJFK - SJO
1 stop7h 10mAvianca
Mon 12/154:30 pmSJO - JFK
1 stop7h 30mAvianca
Deal found 12/10$273
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Sat 12/136:30 amJFK - LIR
1 stop8h 50mAmerican Airlines
Sat 12/203:50 pmLIR - JFK
Nonstop5h 10mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/11$299
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Thu 12/116:30 amJFK - LIR
1 stop8h 20mAmerican Airlines
Thu 12/181:27 pmLIR - JFK
1 stop8h 03mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/10$300
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Wed 12/313:29 pmJFK - LIR
2 stops22h 26mJetBlue
Sun 1/112:15 pmLIR - JFK
Nonstop5h 04mJetBlue
Deal found 12/9$302
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Sat 12/138:28 pmJFK - LIR
2 stops16h 57mAmerican Airlines
Mon 12/153:20 pmLIR - JFK
2 stops15h 15mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/11$313

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$107
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December

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October

Average price

$657

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$248 or less

Good one-way deal

$113 or less
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Customize your flight search to find flights from John F Kennedy Intl to Costa Rica that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated December 12, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Costa Rica that are best for you.

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New YorkSan José

JFK - SJO

JFKSJO

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 12/25

9:59 am-2:30 pm

Nonstop5h 31m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 1/3

3:50 pm-9:54 pm

Nonstop5h 04m

$251

New YorkSan José

JFK - SJO

JFKSJO

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 1/19

2:45 am-11:25 am

2 stops9h 40m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 1/25

10:45 pm-6:55 am

1 stop7h 10m

$264

New YorkSan José

JFK - SJO

JFKSJO

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 1/20

10:02 am-11:40 pm

3 stops14h 38m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 1/25

10:45 pm-6:55 am

1 stop7h 10m

$267

New YorkSan José

JFK - SJO

JFKSJO

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 1/20

7:24 am-4:23 pm

1 stop9h 59m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 1/29

1:15 pm-10:00 pm

1 stop7h 45m

$302

New YorkSan José

JFK - SJO

JFKSJO

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 1/19

7:59 am-4:23 pm

1 stop9h 24m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 1/29

1:15 pm-10:00 pm

1 stop7h 45m

$302

New YorkSan José

JFK - SJO

JFKSJO

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 1/20

9:45 am-4:23 pm

1 stop7h 38m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 1/28

1:15 pm-10:00 pm

1 stop7h 45m

$302

New YorkSan José

JFK - SJO

JFKSJO

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 1/31

5:50 am-1:40 pm

1 stop8h 50m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 2/8

7:50 pm-4:20 am

1 stop7h 30m

$308

New YorkSan José

JFK - SJO

JFKSJO

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 5/1

3:32 pm-7:12 am

1 stop17h 40m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 5/12

4:10 am-10:30 pm

1 stop16h 20m

$337

New YorkSan José

JFK - SJO

JFKSJO

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 1/24

9:21 am-1:48 pm

Nonstop5h 27m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 1/28

1:15 pm-10:00 pm

1 stop7h 45m

$339

New YorkLiberia

JFK - LIR

JFKLIR

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 1/6

8:22 am-12:55 pm

Nonstop5h 33m

Liberia

Tue 1/20

2:15 pm-8:19 pm

Nonstop5h 04m

$357

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Everything you need to know about your flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Costa Rica

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Costa Rica?

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Costa Rica (average of $123). Flying from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Costa Rica in June is currently the most expensive (average of $285). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from JFK to CR?

Find hourly flight availability from John F Kennedy Intl to Costa Rica. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated December 12, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Costa Rica in the afternoon. By choosing this option you can save up to 32% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the morning.

What is the cheapest day to fly from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Costa Rica?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from John F Kennedy Intl to Costa Rica. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Costa Rica flight should consider departing on Sunday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Thursday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Costa Rica

Explore weekly flight availability from John F Kennedy Intl to Costa Rica. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated December 12, 2025.

The most flights from JFK to CR0 are scheduled on a Thursday (3 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (1 on average).

How often are flights from New York to Costa Rica delayed?

About 21% of weekly flights between New York and Costa Rica have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 129 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for New York to Costa Rica flights?

Historically, flights departing in the morning are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the evening tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Tuesday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Sunday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on New York to Costa Rica flights?

Over the last year, JetBlue have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 21% of flights being delayed.

Reviews of airlines servicing Costa Rica

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Costa Rica. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Costa Rica. Reviews last updated December 12, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Delta, Copa Airlines, and American Airlines from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Costa Rica. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,007 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kymberlee,Oct 2024

JFK - ATL

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,007 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,007 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kymberlee,Oct 2024

JFK - ATL

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,558 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,007 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kymberlee,Oct 2024

JFK - ATL

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,049 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,007 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kymberlee,Oct 2024

JFK - ATL

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.
JetBlue
7.2
Good
2,899 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,007 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kymberlee,Oct 2024

JFK - ATL

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.
Avianca
6.6
Okay
2,480 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,007 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kymberlee,Oct 2024

JFK - ATL

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.

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  • How long is the flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Costa Rica?

    JetBlue and Avianca can get you from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Costa Rica in just under 5h 31m. Your travel time can differ by up to 4h 09m. New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport and Costa Rica are separated by a distance of 2210 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Costa Rica one-way?

    $98 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Avianca. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Delta and JetBlue, with prices starting from $101 and $108, respectively.

  • What are the cheapest flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Costa Rica?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $96. While the most popular route (New York John F Kennedy Intl - San José Juan Santamaria Intl) can be booked for $213 on average, our data indicates $264 when flying from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Costa Rica.

  • Can I find deals for flights from John F Kennedy Intl to Costa Rica that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on John F Kennedy Intl to Costa Rica flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from John F Kennedy Intl to Costa Rica?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from John F Kennedy Intl to Costa Rica.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from John F Kennedy Intl to Costa Rica?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from John F Kennedy Intl to Costa Rica by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Costa Rica?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Costa Rica (average of $123). Flying from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Costa Rica in June is currently the most expensive (average of $285). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 7 airlines flying from John F Kennedy Intl to Costa Rica

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from John F Kennedy Intl to Costa Rica. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated December 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$135Average$512FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
FrontierCheapest$166Average$375FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
AviancaCheapest$211Average$386FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
JetBlueCheapest$231Average$464FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$270Average$540FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Copa AirlinesCheapest$277Average$424FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$342Average$420FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%

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