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$140+ Cheap flights from Costa Rica to John F Kennedy Intl, NY (JFK)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 1/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SJO — JFK
Jan 22 — Jan 291
Thu 1/22
Thu 1/29
1 adult, Economy
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Explore the most affordable flight options available from Costa Rica to John F Kennedy Intl. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 23, 2025.

This Kissandfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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 Kissandfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/221:50 pmSJO - JFK
1 stop10h 09mBritish Airways
Thu 1/19:30 amJFK - SJO
1 stop11h 44mBritish Airways
Deal found 12/21$265
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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.
Sun 12/286:20 amSJO - JFK
1 stop12h 40mAmerican Airlines
Wed 1/212:30 pmJFK - SJO
1 stop10h 13mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/21$268
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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.
Tue 12/231:50 pmSJO - JFK
1 stop10h 09mAmerican Airlines
Wed 12/319:30 amJFK - SJO
1 stop11h 44mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/21$269
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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.
Mon 12/221:50 pmSJO - JFK
1 stop20h 09mAmerican Airlines
Tue 1/68:29 amJFK - SJO
1 stop15h 01mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/21$272
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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.
Tue 12/236:20 amSJO - JFK
1 stop12h 21mAmerican Airlines
Thu 1/19:30 amJFK - SJO
1 stop11h 44mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/21$273
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Wed 12/244:15 pmSJO - JFK
1 stop8h 00mAvianca
Wed 2/45:50 amJFK - SJO
1 stop8h 50mAvianca
Deal found 12/22$275
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. 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.
Mon 12/226:20 amSJO - JFK
2 stops13h 40mAmerican Airlines
Thu 1/19:30 amJFK - SJO
1 stop11h 44mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/22$278
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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.
Sun 12/213:29 pmSJO - JFK
1 stop18h 30mAmerican Airlines
Thu 1/19:30 amJFK - SJO
1 stop11h 44mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/21$279
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/312:52 pmSJO - JFK
1 stop9h 03mFrontier
Wed 1/76:25 amJFK - SJO
1 stop8h 23mFrontier
Deal found 12/21$282
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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 12/251:21 pmLIR - JFK
1 stop10h 38mAmerican Airlines
Fri 1/95:30 amJFK - LIR
1 stop9h 44mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/21$366
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/20. 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 12/271:21 pmLIR - JFK
1 stop20h 39mAmerican Airlines
Sat 1/310:10 amJFK - LIR
Nonstop5h 40mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/20$368
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Thu 12/253:05 pmLIR - JFK
1 stop7h 50mDelta
Fri 1/96:00 amJFK - LIR
1 stop8h 50mDelta
Deal found 12/22$373

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Average price

$416

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$233 or less

Good one-way deal

$174 or less
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Costa Rica to John F Kennedy Intl 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 23, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Costa Rica to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport that are best for you.

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Costa Rica

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John F Kennedy Intl

Route

Depart

Return

Price

LiberiaNew York

LIR - JFK

LIRJFK

Liberia

Thu 1/22

1:21 pm-7:27 am

2 stops17h 06m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 1/25

5:30 am-12:12 pm

1 stop7h 42m

$271

LiberiaNew York

LIR - JFK

LIRJFK

Liberia

Tue 1/13

3:14 pm-10:31 am

2 stops18h 17m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 2/8

6:30 am-2:13 pm

1 stop8h 43m

$276

LiberiaNew York

LIR - JFK

LIRJFK

Liberia

Tue 1/27

1:21 pm-7:27 am

2 stops17h 06m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 1/30

5:23 pm-12:12 pm

1 stop19h 49m

$276

San JoséNew York

SJO - JFK

SJOJFK

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 4/9

10:04 am-1:20 am

1 stop13h 16m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 4/15

3:06 am-4:50 pm

1 stop15h 44m

$286

San JoséNew York

SJO - JFK

SJOJFK

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 2/7

1:15 pm-10:57 pm

1 stop8h 42m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 2/22

6:25 pm-10:48 pm

Nonstop5h 23m

$299

LiberiaNew York

LIR - JFK

LIRJFK

Liberia

Thu 2/12

3:05 pm-12:50 am

1 stop8h 45m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 2/18

6:00 am-1:50 pm

1 stop8h 50m

$300

LiberiaNew York

LIR - JFK

LIRJFK

Liberia

Mon 1/12

2:05 pm-12:51 am

1 stop9h 46m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 2/26

6:00 am-1:50 pm

1 stop8h 50m

$300

LiberiaNew York

LIR - JFK

LIRJFK

Liberia

Thu 1/15

2:00 pm-11:34 pm

1 stop8h 34m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 2/23

8:20 am-12:55 pm

Nonstop5h 35m

$300

LiberiaNew York

LIR - JFK

LIRJFK

Liberia

Thu 1/15

3:05 pm-12:51 am

1 stop8h 46m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 2/26

6:00 am-1:50 pm

1 stop8h 50m

$300

LiberiaNew York

LIR - JFK

LIRJFK

Liberia

Thu 1/15

2:05 pm-12:51 am

1 stop9h 46m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 2/25

9:40 pm-1:50 pm

1 stop17h 10m

$300

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Best time to book a flight from Costa Rica to John F Kennedy Intl

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to John F Kennedy Intl from Costa Rica with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Costa Rica to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Costa Rica to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport (average of $160). Flying from Costa Rica to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport in March is currently the most expensive (average of $237). 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 CR to JFK?

Find hourly flight availability from Costa Rica to John F Kennedy Intl. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated December 23, 2025.

Unlike in the afternoon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 7% on flights from Costa Rica to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport by exploring options for tickets in the morning.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Costa Rica to John F Kennedy Intl. Price data was last updated on December 20, 2025.

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

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

Explore weekly flight availability from Costa Rica to John F Kennedy Intl. 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 23, 2025.

The most flights from CR0 to JFK are scheduled on a Friday (4 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (1 on average).

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

About 19% of weekly flights between Costa Rica and New York have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 160 minutes.

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

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

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

Monday 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 Costa Rica to New York flights?

Over the last year, American Airlines have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 18% of flights being delayed.

Reviews of airlines servicing John F Kennedy Intl

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to John F Kennedy Intl. 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 John F Kennedy Intl. Reviews last updated December 23, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Delta, Copa Airlines, and American Airlines from Costa Rica to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,015 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

7.9

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Sally,Oct 2025

ATH - JFK

Only negative outcome of this trip was 3 hour delay, but everything else was fine.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,015 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,015 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

7.9

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Sally,Oct 2025

ATH - JFK

Only negative outcome of this trip was 3 hour delay, but everything else was fine.
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,557 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,015 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

7.9

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Sally,Oct 2025

ATH - JFK

Only negative outcome of this trip was 3 hour delay, but everything else was fine.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,050 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,015 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

7.9

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Sally,Oct 2025

ATH - JFK

Only negative outcome of this trip was 3 hour delay, but everything else was fine.
JetBlue
7.2
Good
2,898 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,015 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

7.9

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Sally,Oct 2025

ATH - JFK

Only negative outcome of this trip was 3 hour delay, but everything else was fine.
Avianca
6.6
Okay
2,491 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,015 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

7.9

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Sally,Oct 2025

ATH - JFK

Only negative outcome of this trip was 3 hour delay, but everything else was fine.

Related info for your journey

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

    There are many flights that can get you from Costa Rica to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport in 8h 42m. Fly via American Airlines, Copa Airlines, or JetBlue to get the fastest option. The distance from Costa Rica to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport is about 2210 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Costa Rica to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport are Avianca ($121), Delta ($132), and JetBlue ($132).

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

    On average you can expect to pay $288 for a flight from Costa Rica to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport. The cheapest flight overall is $143 while the most popular route, (San José Juan Santamaria Intl - New York John F Kennedy Intl) is currently priced at $243.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Costa Rica to John F Kennedy Intl 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 Costa Rica to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Costa Rica to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport (average of $160). Flying from Costa Rica to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport in March is currently the most expensive (average of $237). 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 5 airlines flying from Costa Rica to John F Kennedy Intl

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Costa Rica to John F Kennedy Intl. 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 23, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$141Average$336FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Copa AirlinesCheapest$145Average$345FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
AviancaCheapest$171Average$359FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
JetBlueCheapest$202Average$405FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$269Average$364FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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