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$137+ Cheap flights from San José (SJO) to LaGuardia, NY (LGA)

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 2/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SJO — LGA
Jan 11 — Jan 181
Sun 1/11
Sun 1/18
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from San José to LaGuardia
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San José to LaGuardia. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 12, 2025.

This United 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/248:45 amSJO - LGA
1 stop13h 20mUnited Airlines
Wed 12/319:15 pmLGA - SJO
1 stop16h 41mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/10$194
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/218:45 amSJO - LGA
1 stop11h 55mUnited Airlines
Thu 1/229:55 amLGA - SJO
1 stop11h 44mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/11$205
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 12/111:15 pmSJO - LGA
1 stop19h 44mAmerican Airlines
Tue 3/317:00 amLGA - SJO
1 stop16h 43mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/10$230
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.
Tue 12/231:50 pmSJO - LGA
1 stop8h 10mAmerican Airlines
Tue 1/69:00 amLGA - SJO
1 stop14h 30mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/10$238
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/241:31 pmSJO - LGA
1 stop9h 06mSpirit Airlines
Wed 1/78:37 pmLGA - SJO
1 stop16h 45mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 12/11$240
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.
Sun 12/216:20 amSJO - LGA
1 stop11h 39mAmerican Airlines
Tue 1/69:00 amLGA - SJO
1 stop14h 30mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/10$243
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/9. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/2512:35 pmSJO - LGA
1 stop9h 30mUnited Airlines
Wed 12/319:15 pmLGA - SJO
1 stop16h 41mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/9$248
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/256:30 amSJO - LGA
1 stop15h 35mUnited Airlines
Sun 1/116:15 amLGA - SJO
1 stop31h 41mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/11$254
This United 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/168:45 amSJO - LGA
1 stop12h 00mUnited Airlines
Sat 1/316:00 amLGA - SJO
1 stop7h 55mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/10$257
This Cheapflightsfares 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/211:31 pmSJO - LGA
1 stop9h 06mSpirit Airlines
Tue 1/137:59 pmLGA - SJO
1 stop16h 38mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 12/10$262

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San José (SJO) to LaGuardia (LGA). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated December 12, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$191
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$137
(Cheapflightsfares)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$469
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Customize your flight search to find flights from San José to LaGuardia 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 San José to New York LaGuardia Airport that are best for you.

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San José

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LaGuardia

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San JoséNew York

SJO - LGA

SJOLGA

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 1/29

6:30 am-8:54 pm

1 stop13h 24m

New York LaGuardia

Mon 2/2

9:55 am-6:16 pm

1 stop9h 21m

$194

San JoséNew York

SJO - LGA

SJOLGA

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 2/13

8:45 am-11:12 pm

1 stop13h 27m

New York LaGuardia

Mon 2/23

7:45 am-6:16 pm

1 stop11h 31m

$194

San JoséNew York

SJO - LGA

SJOLGA

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 1/30

8:45 am-11:15 pm

1 stop13h 30m

New York LaGuardia

Sun 2/1

9:21 pm-12:56 pm

1 stop16h 35m

$194

San JoséNew York

SJO - LGA

SJOLGA

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 2/2

6:30 am-11:15 pm

1 stop15h 45m

New York LaGuardia

Sat 2/7

6:15 pm-12:56 pm

1 stop19h 41m

$194

San JoséNew York

SJO - LGA

SJOLGA

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 1/23

6:30 am-9:57 pm

1 stop14h 27m

New York LaGuardia

Wed 1/28

9:21 pm-12:56 pm

1 stop16h 35m

$194

San JoséNew York

SJO - LGA

SJOLGA

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 12/24

8:45 am-11:05 pm

1 stop13h 20m

New York LaGuardia

Wed 12/31

9:15 pm-12:56 pm

1 stop16h 41m

$194

San JoséNew York

SJO - LGA

SJOLGA

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 2/9

6:30 am-8:54 pm

1 stop13h 24m

New York LaGuardia

Thu 2/19

6:15 am-8:39 pm

1 stop15h 24m

$194

San JoséNew York

SJO - LGA

SJOLGA

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 1/22

6:30 am-8:54 pm

1 stop13h 24m

New York LaGuardia

Wed 1/28

9:21 pm-12:56 pm

1 stop16h 35m

$205

San JoséNew York

SJO - LGA

SJOLGA

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 1/28

6:30 am-9:57 pm

1 stop14h 27m

New York LaGuardia

Sun 2/1

9:21 pm-12:56 pm

1 stop16h 35m

$222

San JoséNew York

SJO - LGA

SJOLGA

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 1/28

6:30 am-7:17 pm

1 stop11h 47m

New York LaGuardia

Wed 2/4

9:55 am-8:39 pm

1 stop11h 44m

$222

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Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from San José to LaGuardia in December.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on San José-New York LaGuardia Airport flights, users find the pricing of eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on San José-New York LaGuardia Airport flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from San José-New York LaGuardia Airport flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on San José-New York LaGuardia Airport flights, Cheapflights users trust eDreams the most. eDreams has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for San José-New York LaGuardia Airport flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from San José to LaGuardia

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Everything you need to know about your flight from San José to New York LaGuardia Airport

How far ahead should I book a flight from San José to New York LaGuardia Airport?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San José to LaGuardia. Price data was last updated on December 5, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from San José to New York LaGuardia Airport, you should look to book at least 39 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San José to New York LaGuardia Airport?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San José to New York LaGuardia Airport (average of $163). Flying from San José to New York LaGuardia Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of $284). 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 SJO to LGA?

Find hourly flight availability from San José to LaGuardia. 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.

When flying from San José to New York LaGuardia Airport, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the evening, which can drop the price by up to 16% versus a flight in the morning.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from San José to New York LaGuardia Airport?

Reviews of airlines servicing LaGuardia

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to LaGuardia. 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 LaGuardia. Reviews last updated December 12, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from San José to New York LaGuardia Airport, such as United Airlines, American Airlines, and JetBlue. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,095 reviews

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.6

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

AMS - EWR

It was good! The first 3/4 of the trip was uncomfortably cold. Only one option for lunch that I didn’t enjoy (vegetarian).
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,095 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,095 reviews

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.6

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

AMS - EWR

It was good! The first 3/4 of the trip was uncomfortably cold. Only one option for lunch that I didn’t enjoy (vegetarian).
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,050 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,095 reviews

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.6

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

AMS - EWR

It was good! The first 3/4 of the trip was uncomfortably cold. Only one option for lunch that I didn’t enjoy (vegetarian).
JetBlue
7.2
Good
2,899 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,095 reviews

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.6

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

AMS - EWR

It was good! The first 3/4 of the trip was uncomfortably cold. Only one option for lunch that I didn’t enjoy (vegetarian).
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,180 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,095 reviews

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.6

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

AMS - EWR

It was good! The first 3/4 of the trip was uncomfortably cold. Only one option for lunch that I didn’t enjoy (vegetarian).

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San José to LaGuardia. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from San José to New York LaGuardia?

    San José Juan Santamaria Intl (SJO) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from San José to New York LaGuardia. You should not have trouble finding flights to New York LaGuardia from Juan Santamaria Intl; the airport handles an average of 0 outbound flights to New York LaGuardia per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 4 airlines have flights from the San José airport to New York LaGuardia. It is only a 8.8 mi journey to Juan Santamaria Intl (SJO) from San José’s city center.

  • How long is the flight from San José to New York LaGuardia Airport?

    A quick flight from San José to New York LaGuardia Airport can take about 13h 24m. United Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $194. San José and New York LaGuardia Airport are separated by a distance of 2217 mi.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from San José to New York LaGuardia Airport round-trip?

    Currently priced at $166, Spirit Airlines will fly you from San José to New York LaGuardia Airport and back. In addition to Spirit Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from United Airlines and American Airlines - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $218 and $245, respectively. Spirit Airlines is priced at 52% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from San José to New York LaGuardia Airport one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with United Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $126. Spirit Airlines flights start at $143 while deals on American Airlines start at $146 one-way.

  • Can I find deals for flights from San José to LaGuardia that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on San José to LaGuardia flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from San José to LaGuardia?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from San José to LaGuardia.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from San José to LaGuardia?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San José to LaGuardia 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 San José to New York LaGuardia Airport?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San José to New York LaGuardia Airport (average of $163). Flying from San José to New York LaGuardia Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of $284). 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 4 airlines flying from San José to LaGuardia

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from San José to LaGuardia. 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
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$166Average$356FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
United AirlinesCheapest$218Average$537FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$245Average$446FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
JetBlueCheapest$273Average$375FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%

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