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$111+ Cheap flights from John F Kennedy Intl (JFK) to Costa Rica

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JFK — SJO
Oct 29 — Nov 51
Tue 10/29
Tue 11/5
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This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/23. 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.
Fri 10/256:59 pmJFK - SJO
2 stops18h 40mAmerican Airlines
Thu 10/3112:44 pmSJO - JFK
1 stop7h 45mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/23$273
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/23. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/266:00 amJFK - SJO
1 stop7h 48mDelta
Thu 11/72:13 pmSJO - JFK
1 stop8h 21mDelta
Deal found 10/23$288
This JetBlue deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/23. 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 JetBlue is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/168:30 pmJFK - SJO
1 stop16h 37mJetBlue
Fri 11/2211:29 pmSJO - JFK
Nonstop5h 12mJetBlue
Deal found 10/23$293
This flugladen.de deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/23. 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 flugladen.de is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/253:59 pmJFK - SJO
2 stops23h 23mMultiple Airlines
Sun 11/32:50 pmSJO - JFK
2 stops21h 33mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/23$300
This JetBlue deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/24. 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 JetBlue is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/610:59 pmJFK - LIR
1 stop14h 15mJetBlue
Sat 11/92:40 pmLIR - JFK
1 stop14h 42mJetBlue
Deal found 10/24$310
This Flightnetwork deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/23. 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 Flightnetwork is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/151:09 amJFK - SJO
1 stop7h 59mCopa Airlines
Fri 11/225:20 pmSJO - JFK
1 stop18h 37mCopa Airlines
Deal found 10/23$316
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/24. 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.
Sat 12/710:35 amJFK - LIR
Nonstop5h 20mAmerican Airlines
Sat 12/143:55 pmLIR - JFK
1 stop17h 06mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/24$359
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/23. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/2610:30 amJFK - LIR
1 stop29h 00mAir Canada
Thu 11/72:45 pmLIR - JFK
1 stop28h 57mAir Canada
Deal found 10/23$374
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/23. 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 Avianca is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/102:55 amJFK - SJO
Nonstop7h 25mAvianca
Thu 12/58:30 pmSJO - JFK
1 stop6h 55mAvianca
Deal found 10/23$399
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/24. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/66:00 amJFK - LIR
1 stop7h 44mDelta
Thu 11/72:09 pmLIR - JFK
1 stop8h 25mDelta
Deal found 10/24$515
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/23. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/59:30 amJFK - LIR
2 stops23h 01mAlaska Airlines
Thu 12/127:34 pmLIR - JFK
2 stops26h 25mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 10/23$566
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/23. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/51:22 pmJFK - LIR
2 stops25h 40mMultiple Airlines
Wed 11/132:55 pmLIR - JFK
1 stop18h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/23$614

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New York John F Kennedy IntlSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

JFK - SJO

JFKSJO

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 1/14

1 stop11h 50m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 1/24

Nonstop6h 45m

$260

New York John F Kennedy IntlSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

JFK - SJO

JFKSJO

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 10/28

1 stop7h 14m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 10/30

1 stop9h 32m

$268

New York John F Kennedy IntlSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

JFK - SJO

JFKSJO

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 11/18

1 stop7h 26m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 12/3

1 stop8h 39m

$298

New York John F Kennedy IntlSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

JFK - SJO

JFKSJO

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 11/16

Nonstop5h 29m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 11/22

Nonstop5h 12m

$300

New York John F Kennedy IntlLiberia

JFK - LIR

JFKLIR

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 11/6

1 stop14h 15m

Liberia

Sat 11/9

1 stop14h 42m

$310

New York John F Kennedy IntlSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

JFK - SJO

JFKSJO

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 11/14

1 stop23h 09m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 11/18

1 stop22h 56m

$313

New York John F Kennedy IntlLiberia

JFK - LIR

JFKLIR

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 12/7

Nonstop5h 20m

Liberia

Sat 12/14

1 stop17h 06m

$359

New York John F Kennedy IntlLiberia

JFK - LIR

JFKLIR

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 10/29

1 stop23h 35m

Liberia

Thu 10/31

1 stop28h 32m

$374

New York John F Kennedy IntlLiberia

JFK - LIR

JFKLIR

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 11/6

1 stop7h 44m

Liberia

Thu 11/7

1 stop8h 25m

$515

New York John F Kennedy IntlLiberia

JFK - LIR

JFKLIR

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 1/22

2 stops19h 09m

Liberia

Wed 1/29

2 stops27h 19m

$561

New York John F Kennedy IntlLiberia

JFK - LIR

JFKLIR

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 11/5

2 stops25h 40m

Liberia

Wed 11/13

1 stop18h 05m

$614

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Deals found on 10/23

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Travel insights for flights from John F Kennedy Intl to Costa Rica

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from John F Kennedy Intl to Costa Rica including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Costa Rica (average of $398). Flying from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Costa Rica in July is currently the most expensive (average of $533). 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 October 24, 2024.

When flying from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Costa Rica, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Rainfall in Costa Rica by month

Plan your trip to Costa Rica by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Costa Rica ranges from 0.0 - 11.8 inches per month. September is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 11.8 in. February is typically the driest time to visit Costa Rica when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in Costa Rica by month

Plan your trip to Costa Rica by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Costa Rica, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, April is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 69.8 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 64.4 F).

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 October 24, 2024.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Avianca, American Airlines and Copa Airlines from New York to Costa Rica by reading reviews from past customers. 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.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,410 reviews

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Service was good. We pre-ordered a snack but never made it to us.

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,410 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,410 reviews

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Service was good. We pre-ordered a snack but never made it to us.

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,875 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,410 reviews

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Service was good. We pre-ordered a snack but never made it to us.

Copa Airlines
7.8
Good
1,914 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,410 reviews

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Service was good. We pre-ordered a snack but never made it to us.

JetBlue
7.5
Good
3,544 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,410 reviews

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Service was good. We pre-ordered a snack but never made it to us.

Aeromexico
7.5
Good
2,046 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,410 reviews

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Service was good. We pre-ordered a snack but never made it to us.

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  • Can I find flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Costa Rica for under $300 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Costa Rica for under $300. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Avianca for just $260, but on average you can expect to pay $379.

  • Are there nonstop flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Costa Rica for under $300 on Cheapflights?

    Cheapflights has at least 4 direct flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Costa Rica under $300. A good price for a nonstop flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Costa Rica is less than $327.

  • Are there last-minute flights available from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Costa Rica for under $400?

    There are currently 14+ open flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Costa Rica within the next 7 days for less than $400.

  • What days are nonstop flights available from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Costa Rica?

    You can find nonstop flights on the following days: Monday.

  • How many flights depart from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Costa Rica on average per day?

    1 flight departure from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Costa Rica per day on average.
    Afternoon (Noon - 6pm) - 100% of flight departures

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

    Avianca, American Airlines, and Copa Airlines can get you from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Costa Rica in just under 7h 14m. Your travel time can differ by up to 4h 36m. New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport and Costa Rica are separated by a distance of 2223 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?

    $111 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Avianca. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Volaris El Salvador and Delta, with prices starting from $113 and $115, 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 $147. While the most popular route (New York John F Kennedy Intl - San José Juan Santamaria Intl) can be booked for $262 on average our data indicates $349 when flying from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Costa Rica.

  • What does JFK to SJO mean?

    These are just IATA (International Air Transport Association) codes. They are used in aviation to identify and differentiate airports. That’s why a New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport flight would often be abbreviated as a JFK to SJO flight. Liberia Airport (LIR), Limon Airport (LIO), San José Tobias Bolanos Intl Airport (SYQ), Tamarindo Airport (TNO), Tortuquero Airport (TTQ) are other airports near this flight route and their unique identifiers/IATA codes.

  • Can I find deals for flights from John F Kennedy Intl to Costa Rica that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your John F Kennedy Intl to Costa Rica flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

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    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter John F Kennedy Intl to Costa Rica flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

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

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    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.

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  • Can I find deals for flights from John F Kennedy Intl to Costa Rica that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from John F Kennedy Intl to Costa Rica offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from John F Kennedy Intl to Costa Rica?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on John F Kennedy Intl to Costa Rica flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Costa Rica flight deals updated?

    The New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Costa Rica flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 10/24.

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

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Costa Rica (average of $398). Flying from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Costa Rica in July is currently the most expensive (average of $533). 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 9 airlines flying from John F Kennedy Intl to Costa Rica

Discover the top 9 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 2,462,889 searches. Data last updated October 24, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$119Average$471FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$127Average$340FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
Volaris Costa RicaCheapest$174Average$304FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
DeltaCheapest$204Average$629FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
AviancaCheapest$233Average$381FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
JetBlueCheapest$233Average$495FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$238Average$508FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
VolarisCheapest$282Average$401FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
Copa AirlinesCheapest$307Average$495FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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