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$128+ 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 1/31. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SJO — EWR
Jan 11 — Jan 181
Sun 1/11
Sun 1/18
1 adult, Economy
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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 December 12, 2025.

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Tue 12/167:50 pmSJO - JFK
1 stop7h 30mAvianca
Sat 1/3110:00 amJFK - SJO
1 stop7h 10mAvianca
Deal found 12/11$191
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
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Wed 12/2410:45 pmSJO - JFK
1 stop7h 10mAvianca
Wed 2/45:50 amJFK - SJO
1 stop8h 50mAvianca
Deal found 12/11$209
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Thu 12/113:05 pmSJO - JFK
1 stop12h 15mAvianca
Tue 1/203:05 pmJFK - SJO
1 stop9h 35mAvianca
Deal found 12/11$210
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Sat 12/133:05 pmSJO - JFK
1 stop12h 15mMultiple Airlines
Sat 1/106:30 amJFK - SJO
1 stop9h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/10$213
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Sun 12/2110:45 pmSJO - JFK
1 stop7h 10mAvianca
Tue 1/202:45 amJFK - SJO
2 stops9h 40mAvianca
Deal found 12/10$214
This American 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/157:00 amSJO - JFK
1 stop11h 29mAmerican Airlines
Tue 1/2012:30 pmJFK - SJO
1 stop11h 00mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/11$225
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Mon 12/154:30 pmSJO - JFK
1 stop7h 30mAvianca
Mon 1/192:45 amJFK - SJO
2 stops9h 40mAvianca
Deal found 12/10$226
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 12/11. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/111:15 pmSJO - JFK
1 stop8h 02mAmerican Airlines
Tue 1/2011:21 amJFK - SJO
2 stops12h 09mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/11$235
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Fri 12/1210:45 pmSJO - JFK
1 stop7h 10mAvianca
Mon 12/1510:00 amJFK - SJO
1 stop7h 10mAvianca
Deal found 12/11$236

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 December 12, 2025.

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3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$191
(Cheapflightsfares)

One-way from

$128
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$412

Good round-trip deal

$260 or less

Good one-way deal

$143 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 December 12, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Costa Rica to New Jersey that are best for you.

Fly from

Costa Rica

Fly to

New Jersey

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

LiberiaNew York

LIR - LGA

LIRLGA

Liberia

Wed 1/28

8:35 am-8:54 pm

1 stop11h 19m

New York LaGuardia

Sat 1/31

10:15 am-12:55 pm

1 stop27h 40m

$205

LiberiaNewark

LIR - EWR

LIREWR

Liberia

Sat 1/17

1:28 pm-12:29 am

1 stop10h 01m

Newark

Sun 2/1

7:36 pm-12:37 pm

1 stop18h 01m

$229

LiberiaNewark

LIR - EWR

LIREWR

Liberia

Tue 1/13

1:46 pm-4:29 pm

1 stop25h 43m

Newark

Sun 2/8

5:21 am-12:12 pm

1 stop7h 51m

$229

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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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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 $162). Flying from Costa Rica to New Jersey in April 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 December 12, 2025.

Unlike at noon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 56% 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 December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Costa Rica to New Jersey flight should consider departing on Monday 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 December 12, 2025.

The most flights from CR0 to USNJ are scheduled on a Monday (2 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (2 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 December 12, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Delta, United Airlines, and American Airlines 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
8,008 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Food

7.3

Comfort

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
8,008 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,008 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Food

7.3

Comfort

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
9,095 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,008 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Food

7.3

Comfort

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
7.2
Good
11,050 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,008 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Food

7.3

Comfort

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
2,899 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,008 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Food

7.3

Comfort

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
8,179 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,008 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Food

7.3

Comfort

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 popular is this Costa Rica to New Jersey flight route?

    This flight path from Costa Rica to New Jersey was viewed by 20 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

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

    For as low as $250, United Airlines can have you in New Jersey from Costa Rica in 8h 30m. Airlines will cover a distance of 2136 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 $141 on Spirit Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include JetBlue from $148 and United Airlines from $148 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 $162). Flying from Costa Rica to New Jersey in April 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 5 airlines flying from Costa Rica to New Jersey

Discover the top 5 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 December 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$196Average$342FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
United AirlinesCheapest$245Average$433FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
JetBlueCheapest$253Average$437FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$260Average$402FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$266Average$422FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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