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$142+ Cheap flights from Costa Rica to New York State

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 2/26. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SJO — JFK
Mar 6 — Mar 131
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Cheap flight deals from Costa Rica to New York

Cheapest flights from Costa Rica to New York
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Costa Rica to New York. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 4, 2026.

This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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.
Thu 2/121:31 pm
SJO
-
LGA
1 stop9h 17m
Spirit Airlines
Thu 2/196:00 am
LGA
-
SJO
1 stop7h 22m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 2/2$220
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 3/47:22 am
SJO
-
LGA
1 stop11h 38m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 3/76:30 am
LGA
-
SJO
1 stop9h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/2$225
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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 Avianca is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/14:35 pm
SJO
-
JFK
2 stops10h 45m
Avianca
Tue 5/53:35 am
JFK
-
SJO
1 stop7h 10m
Avianca
Deal found 2/2$225
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/3. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 2/131:31 pm
SJO
-
LGA
1 stop9h 17m
Spirit Airlines
Mon 2/236:00 am
LGA
-
SJO
1 stop7h 22m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 2/3$226
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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 Avianca is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 2/55:00 am
SJO
-
JFK
1 stop7h 35m
Avianca
Tue 3/35:50 am
JFK
-
SJO
1 stop8h 50m
Avianca
Deal found 2/2$227
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/1. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 3/412:35 pm
SJO
-
LGA
1 stop9h 46m
Spirit Airlines
Sat 3/76:00 am
LGA
-
SJO
1 stop7h 22m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 2/1$228
This SmartFares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/3. 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 SmartFares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 2/1811:59 pm
SJO
-
JFK
Nonstop4h 57m
JetBlue
Sun 2/226:15 pm
JFK
-
SJO
Nonstop5h 23m
JetBlue
Deal found 2/3$228
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 2/181:31 pm
SJO
-
LGA
1 stop9h 17m
Spirit Airlines
Tue 2/246:00 am
LGA
-
SJO
1 stop7h 22m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 2/2$230
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/3. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 2/141:31 pm
SJO
-
LGA
1 stop9h 17m
Spirit Airlines
Tue 2/246:00 am
LGA
-
SJO
1 stop7h 22m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 2/3$231
This Travelocity deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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 Travelocity is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 2/181:31 pm
SJO
-
LGA
1 stop9h 17m
Spirit Airlines
Wed 2/256:00 am
LGA
-
SJO
1 stop7h 22m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 2/2$232
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 2/181:31 pm
SJO
-
LGA
1 stop9h 17m
Spirit Airlines
Wed 3/46:00 am
LGA
-
SJO
1 stop7h 22m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 2/2$233
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/4. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/512:35 pm
SJO
-
LGA
1 stop9h 46m
Spirit Airlines
Tue 3/177:59 pm
LGA
-
SJO
1 stop16h 43m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 2/4$234

Find flight deals from Costa Rica to New York

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Costa Rica to New York flight deals. Data was last updated February 4, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$225
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$142
(CheapOair)

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$303

Good round-trip deal

$278 or less

Good one-way deal

$185 or less
Provider with most accurate pricing for San José Juan Santamaria Intl-New York (NYC) flight deals.
Provider most trusted by Cheapflights users for San José Juan Santamaria Intl-New York (NYC) flights.
From Costa Rica to New York
One-way flight from Costa Rica to New York
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 5% potential increase in price ($20 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($9 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in February 2026
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Costa Rica to New York.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Costa Rica to New York.

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Costa Rica to New York 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 February 4, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Costa Rica to New York State that are best for you.

Fly from

Costa Rica

Fly to

New York

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San JoséNew York

SJO - LGA

SJOLGA

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 3/10

5:30 am-12:12 pm

2 stops28h 42m

New York LaGuardia

Tue 3/17

7:30 am-7:39 pm

1 stop14h 09m

$239

San JoséNew York

SJO - LGA

SJOLGA

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 3/9

1:20 pm-12:12 pm

2 stops20h 52m

New York LaGuardia

Tue 3/17

7:30 am-5:16 pm

1 stop11h 46m

$239

San JoséNewark

SJO - EWR

SJOEWR

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 4/23

12:44 pm-8:07 pm

Nonstop5h 23m

Newark

Sun 4/26

7:25 am-10:42 am

Nonstop5h 17m

$245

San JoséNew York

SJO - LGA

SJOLGA

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 3/17

5:30 am-8:51 pm

1 stop13h 21m

New York LaGuardia

Mon 3/23

6:29 pm-12:15 pm

2 stops19h 46m

$250

San JoséNew York

SJO - LGA

SJOLGA

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 3/16

5:30 am-11:14 pm

1 stop15h 44m

New York LaGuardia

Tue 3/24

6:29 pm-7:39 pm

2 stops27h 10m

$250

San JoséNew York

SJO - LGA

SJOLGA

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 3/17

5:30 am-9:57 pm

1 stop14h 27m

New York LaGuardia

Tue 3/24

6:29 pm-7:39 pm

2 stops27h 10m

$250

San JoséNew York

SJO - LGA

SJOLGA

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 3/16

5:30 am-11:14 pm

1 stop15h 44m

New York LaGuardia

Wed 3/25

7:30 am-7:39 pm

1 stop14h 09m

$250

San JoséNew York

SJO - LGA

SJOLGA

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 5/20

7:55 am-9:57 pm

1 stop12h 02m

New York LaGuardia

Thu 5/28

2:00 pm-10:11 am

1 stop22h 11m

$250

San JoséWhite Plains

SJO - HPN

SJOHPN

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 3/3

3:59 pm-1:07 pm

2 stops20h 08m

White Plains Westchester County

Tue 3/10

6:49 pm-11:26 am

2 stops18h 37m

$253

San JoséRochester

SJO - ROC

SJOROC

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 6/3

3:12 pm-11:15 am

2 stops18h 03m

Greater Rochester Intl

Tue 6/9

6:50 pm-1:07 pm

2 stops20h 17m

$272

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

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

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Costa Rica to State of New York?

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Costa Rica to State of New York (average of $162). Flying from Costa Rica to State of New York in August is currently the most expensive (average of $231). 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 NY?

Find hourly flight availability from Costa Rica to New York. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated February 4, 2026.

When flying from Costa Rica to State of New York, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the afternoon, which can drop the price by up to 10% versus a flight in the morning.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Costa Rica to State of New York?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Costa Rica to New York. Price data was last updated on January 31, 2026.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Costa Rica to State of New York flight should consider departing on Friday mornings 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.

Reviews of airlines servicing New York

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to New York. 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 York. Reviews last updated February 4, 2026.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Copa Airlines, United Airlines, and American Airlines from Costa Rica to New York State to help guide your decision. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.6

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

6.8

Food

6.8

Comfort

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Maria,Dec 2025

PTY - SLA

Old plain no entertainment , no outlet for cell or computer! And online they said you have all that! Almost 6 hrs looking to the floor..terrible expirencw and I pay a lot of money for it

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.6

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

6.8

Food

6.8

Comfort

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Maria,Dec 2025

PTY - SLA

Old plain no entertainment , no outlet for cell or computer! And online they said you have all that! Almost 6 hrs looking to the floor..terrible expirencw and I pay a lot of money for it

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.6

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

6.8

Food

6.8

Comfort

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Maria,Dec 2025

PTY - SLA

Old plain no entertainment , no outlet for cell or computer! And online they said you have all that! Almost 6 hrs looking to the floor..terrible expirencw and I pay a lot of money for it

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.6

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

6.8

Food

6.8

Comfort

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Maria,Dec 2025

PTY - SLA

Old plain no entertainment , no outlet for cell or computer! And online they said you have all that! Almost 6 hrs looking to the floor..terrible expirencw and I pay a lot of money for it

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.6

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

6.8

Food

6.8

Comfort

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Maria,Dec 2025

PTY - SLA

Old plain no entertainment , no outlet for cell or computer! And online they said you have all that! Almost 6 hrs looking to the floor..terrible expirencw and I pay a lot of money for it

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.6

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

6.8

Food

6.8

Comfort

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Maria,Dec 2025

PTY - SLA

Old plain no entertainment , no outlet for cell or computer! And online they said you have all that! Almost 6 hrs looking to the floor..terrible expirencw and I pay a lot of money for it

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Costa Rica to New York. 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 State of New York?

    A quick flight from Costa Rica to State of New York can take about 17h 49m. United Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $296. There are 2210 mi between Costa Rica and State of New York. 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 State of New York one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $113 on Spirit Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Avianca from $121 and Delta from $122 one-way.

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

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

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

    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 York.

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Costa Rica to New York 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 State of New York?

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Costa Rica to State of New York (average of $162). Flying from Costa Rica to State of New York in August is currently the most expensive (average of $231). 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 8 airlines flying from Costa Rica to New York

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from Costa Rica to New York. 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 February 4, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Copa AirlinesCheapest$109Average$368FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
AviancaCheapest$118Average$331FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$136Average$334FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$165Average$327FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
JetBlueCheapest$167Average$428FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
FrontierCheapest$180Average$375FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
United AirlinesCheapest$218Average$531FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$240Average$491FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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