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$143+ Cheap flights from Costa Rica to New Jersey

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 3/24. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SJO — EWR
Apr 6 — Apr 131
Mon 4/6
Mon 4/13
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Costa Rica to New Jersey

Cheapest flights from Costa Rica to New Jersey
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Costa Rica to New Jersey. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 7, 2026.

This eDestinos deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/4. 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 eDestinos is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/197:00 am
SJO
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EWR
1 stop27h 59m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 5/261:59 pm
EWR
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SJO
1 stop27h 19m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/4$241
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/3. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/2211:23 am
SJO
-
EWR
1 stop10h 07m
Arajet
Tue 4/2812:59 am
EWR
-
SJO
1 stop11h 39m
Arajet
Deal found 3/3$242
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/5. 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.
Wed 7/111:23 am
SJO
-
EWR
1 stop10h 07m
Arajet
Tue 7/1412:59 am
EWR
-
SJO
1 stop11h 39m
Arajet
Deal found 3/5$244
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/4. 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.
Wed 5/1311:23 am
SJO
-
EWR
1 stop10h 07m
Arajet
Tue 6/212:59 am
EWR
-
SJO
1 stop11h 39m
Arajet
Deal found 3/4$246
This eDestinos deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/6. 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 eDestinos is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/811:23 am
SJO
-
EWR
1 stop10h 07m
Arajet
Tue 7/2812:59 am
EWR
-
SJO
1 stop11h 39m
Arajet
Deal found 3/6$247
This eDestinos deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/6. 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 eDestinos is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/2911:23 am
SJO
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EWR
1 stop10h 07m
Arajet
Tue 5/512:59 am
EWR
-
SJO
1 stop11h 39m
Arajet
Deal found 3/6$248
This eDestinos deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/6. 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 eDestinos is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/1511:23 am
SJO
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EWR
1 stop10h 07m
Arajet
Tue 4/2112:59 am
EWR
-
SJO
1 stop11h 39m
Arajet
Deal found 3/6$249
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/5. 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 7/77:48 pm
SJO
-
EWR
1 stop12h 42m
Arajet
Tue 7/1412:59 am
EWR
-
SJO
1 stop11h 39m
Arajet
Deal found 3/5$250
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/2. 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.
Tue 3/1712:19 pm
SJO
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LGA
1 stop9h 39m
Spirit Airlines
Tue 3/247:59 pm
LGA
-
SJO
1 stop16h 43m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 3/2$251
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/6. 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 6/237:48 pm
SJO
-
EWR
1 stop12h 42m
Arajet
Tue 6/3012:59 am
EWR
-
SJO
1 stop11h 39m
Arajet
Deal found 3/6$253
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/6. 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.
Wed 6/1711:23 am
SJO
-
EWR
1 stop10h 07m
Arajet
Tue 6/3012:59 am
EWR
-
SJO
1 stop11h 39m
Arajet
Deal found 3/6$254
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/3. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/157:00 am
SJO
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LGA
1 stop13h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 4/208:00 am
LGA
-
SJO
1 stop9h 18m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/3$256

Find flight deals from Costa Rica to New Jersey

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Costa Rica to New Jersey flight deals. Data was last updated March 7, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$241
(eDestinos)

One-way from

$143
(Booking.com)

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$327

Good round-trip deal

$344 or less

Good one-way deal

$179 or less
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Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from Costa Rica to New Jersey 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 March 7, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Costa Rica to New Jersey that are best for you.

Fly from

Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

San JoséPhiladelphia

SJO - PHL

SJOPHL

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 5/25

12:30 am-9:45 am

2 stops31h 15m

Philadelphia

Sat 5/30

1:04 pm-10:11 am

1 stop23h 07m

$284

San JoséNewark

SJO - EWR

SJOEWR

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 3/17

1:05 pm-12:28 am

1 stop9h 23m

Newark

Tue 3/24

7:07 am-10:30 am

Nonstop5h 23m

$287

San JoséNew York

SJO - LGA

SJOLGA

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 6/1

12:30 am-9:59 pm

1 stop19h 29m

New York LaGuardia

Wed 6/10

7:29 am-10:39 pm

1 stop17h 10m

$291
Quickest round-trip

LiberiaNewark

LIR - EWR

LIREWR

Liberia

Thu 4/23

4:30 pm-11:39 pm

Nonstop5h 09m

Newark

Mon 4/27

7:35 am-10:44 am

Nonstop5h 09m

$298

San JoséNew York

SJO - LGA

SJOLGA

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 5/14

7:55 am-9:57 pm

1 stop12h 02m

New York LaGuardia

Thu 5/28

12:31 pm-10:11 am

1 stop23h 40m

$303

LiberiaNew York

LIR - LGA

LIRLGA

Liberia

Mon 4/20

3:27 pm-7:07 pm

1 stop25h 40m

New York LaGuardia

Mon 4/27

8:21 pm-12:10 pm

1 stop17h 49m

$304

LiberiaNew York

LIR - LGA

LIRLGA

Liberia

Mon 5/11

3:27 pm-7:06 pm

1 stop25h 39m

New York LaGuardia

Thu 5/14

8:20 pm-12:10 pm

1 stop17h 50m

$304

San JoséPhiladelphia

SJO - PHL

SJOPHL

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 3/17

11:35 am-10:14 am

2 stops20h 39m

Philadelphia

Tue 4/21

12:55 pm-10:11 am

1 stop23h 16m

$311

San JoséPhiladelphia

SJO - PHL

SJOPHL

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 3/17

11:35 am-10:14 am

2 stops20h 39m

Philadelphia

Tue 3/31

11:36 am-10:11 am

2 stops24h 35m

$311

LiberiaNew York

LIR - LGA

LIRLGA

Liberia

Thu 4/16

3:27 pm-8:57 pm

1 stop27h 30m

New York LaGuardia

Thu 4/23

6:00 am-12:10 pm

1 stop8h 10m

$312

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Best time to book a flight from Costa Rica to New Jersey

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to New Jersey from Costa Rica with our price prediction graph.
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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Costa Rica to New Jersey

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Costa Rica to New Jersey?

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Costa Rica to New Jersey (average of $156). Flying from Costa Rica to New Jersey in June is currently the most expensive (average of $281). 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 NJ?

Find hourly flight availability from Costa Rica to New Jersey. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated March 7, 2026.

Unlike in the morning, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 35% on flights from Costa Rica to New Jersey by exploring options for tickets in the afternoon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Costa Rica to New Jersey?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Costa Rica to New Jersey. Price data was last updated on February 21, 2026.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Costa Rica to New Jersey flight should consider departing on Saturday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Costa Rica to New Jersey

Explore weekly flight availability from Costa Rica to New Jersey. 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 March 7, 2026.

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

Reviews of airlines servicing New Jersey

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to New Jersey. 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 New Jersey. Reviews last updated March 7, 2026.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Delta, United Airlines, and JetBlue from Costa Rica to New Jersey to help guide your decision. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,269 reviews

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,269 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,269 reviews

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,405 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,269 reviews

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
JetBlue
7.2
Good
2,898 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,269 reviews

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
American Airlines
7.1
Good
11,397 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,269 reviews

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,503 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,269 reviews

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Costa Rica to New Jersey. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How long is the flight from Costa Rica to New Jersey?

    For as low as $335, United Airlines can have you in New Jersey from Costa Rica in 8h 08m. Airlines will cover a distance of 2210 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Costa Rica to New Jersey one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $112 on Frontier. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Spirit Airlines from $117 and Delta from $142 one-way.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Costa Rica to New Jersey that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Costa Rica to New Jersey flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Costa Rica to New Jersey?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Costa Rica to New Jersey?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Costa Rica to New Jersey 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 Jersey?

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Costa Rica to New Jersey (average of $156). Flying from Costa Rica to New Jersey in June is currently the most expensive (average of $281). 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 6 airlines flying from Costa Rica to New Jersey

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Costa Rica to New Jersey. 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 March 7, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$180Average$342FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$183Average$327FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$222Average$416FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$239Average$422FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$240Average$389FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
JetBlueCheapest$249Average$410FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%

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