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$158+ Cheap flights from San José (SJO) to New York State

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SJO — JFK
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Keep the following information in mind while searching for San José to New York flight deals. Data was last updated abril 30, 2025.

Most accurate provider

AranGrant
3 stars

Most trusted provider

AranGrant
3 stars

Round-trip from

$236
(Cheapflightsfares)

One-way from

$158
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$418

Good round-trip deal

$313 or less

Good one-way deal

$209 or less
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From San José Juan Santamaria Intl to New York
One-way flight from San José Juan Santamaria Intl to New York
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price ($25 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($7 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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.
vie. 5/2312:28 pmSJO - LGA
1 stop8h 56mSpirit Airlines
jue. 5/296:00 amLGA - SJO
1 stop7h 33mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/29$236
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 6/23:05 pmSJO - JFK
2 stops9h 10mAvianca
dom. 6/83:35 amJFK - SJO
1 stop7h 05mAvianca
Deal found 4/29$241
This JetBlue deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 JetBlue is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 5/221:54 pmSJO - JFK
Nonstop5h 06mJetBlue
mar. 5/279:30 amJFK - SJO
Nonstop5h 19mJetBlue
Deal found 4/28$243
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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.
mié. 8/132:05 pmSJO - LGA
1 stop16h 59mAmerican Airlines
sáb. 8/237:30 amLGA - SJO
1 stop12h 45mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/29$259
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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.
jue. 5/298:00 pmSJO - JFK
1 stop7h 35mMultiple Airlines
lun. 6/93:32 pmJFK - SJO
1 stop8h 21mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/28$261
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vie. 6/1311:32 amSJO - BUF
1 stop19h 24mMultiple Airlines
vie. 6/208:50 amBUF - SJO
1 stop27h 47mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/29$262
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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.
lun. 6/24:10 amSJO - JFK
1 stop7h 51mCopa Airlines
lun. 6/22:17 amJFK - SJO
1 stop7h 18mCopa Airlines
Deal found 4/28$269
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mar. 9/167:35 amSJO - JFK
1 stop11h 54mAmerican Airlines
mié. 10/86:59 pmJFK - SJO
2 stops16h 26mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/28$270
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jue. 9/251:18 pmSJO - LGA
1 stop8h 25mDelta
mar. 9/306:00 amLGA - SJO
1 stop7h 53mDelta
Deal found 4/28$280
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jue. 9/251:18 pmSJO - JFK
1 stop9h 34mDelta
mar. 9/306:00 amJFK - SJO
1 stop7h 53mDelta
Deal found 4/28$280
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jue. 6/512:28 pmSJO - SWF
1 stop28h 00mMultiple Airlines
lun. 6/97:18 pmSWF - SJO
1 stop18h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/28$286
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jue. 5/87:55 amSJO - LGA
1 stop9h 14mUnited Airlines
vie. 5/98:11 pmLGA - SJO
1 stop18h 15mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/29$295

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San JoséNew York

SJO - LGA

SJOLGA

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

vie. 5/23

12:28 pm-11:24 pm

1 stop8h 56m

New York LaGuardia

jue. 5/29

6:00 am-11:33 am

1 stop7h 33m

$236

San JoséNew York

SJO - JFK

SJOJFK

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

lun. 6/2

3:05 pm-2:15 am

2 stops9h 10m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

dom. 6/8

3:35 am-8:40 am

1 stop7h 05m

$241

San JoséNew York

SJO - JFK

SJOJFK

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

jue. 5/22

1:54 pm-9:00 pm

Nonstop5h 06m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

mar. 5/27

9:30 am-12:49 pm

Nonstop5h 19m

$243

San JoséNew York

SJO - LGA

SJOLGA

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

mié. 8/13

2:05 pm-9:04 am

1 stop16h 59m

New York LaGuardia

sáb. 8/23

7:30 am-6:15 pm

1 stop12h 45m

$259

San JoséNew York

SJO - JFK

SJOJFK

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

jue. 5/29

8:00 pm-5:35 am

1 stop7h 35m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

sáb. 6/7

2:17 am-7:35 am

1 stop7h 18m

$261

San JoséBuffalo

SJO - BUF

SJOBUF

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

vie. 6/13

11:32 am-8:56 am

1 stop19h 24m

Buffalo

vie. 6/20

8:50 am-10:37 am

1 stop27h 47m

$262

San JoséNew York

SJO - JFK

SJOJFK

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

lun. 6/2

4:10 am-2:01 pm

1 stop7h 51m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

vie. 6/6

3:32 pm-9:53 pm

1 stop8h 21m

$269

San JoséNew York

SJO - JFK

SJOJFK

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

mar. 9/16

7:35 am-9:29 pm

1 stop11h 54m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

mié. 10/8

6:59 pm-9:25 am

2 stops16h 26m

$270

San JoséNew York

SJO - LGA

SJOLGA

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

jue. 9/25

1:18 pm-11:43 pm

1 stop8h 25m

New York LaGuardia

mar. 9/30

6:00 am-11:53 am

1 stop7h 53m

$280

San JoséNew York

SJO - JFK

SJOJFK

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

jue. 9/25

1:18 pm-12:52 am

1 stop9h 34m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

mar. 9/30

6:00 am-11:53 am

1 stop7h 53m

$280

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

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San José, San José Province to State of New York?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San José, San José Province to State of New York (average of $236). Flying from San José, San José Province to State of New York in June is currently the most expensive (average of $345). 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 NY?

Find hourly flight availability from San José 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 abril 30, 2025.

When flying from San José, San José Province to State of New York, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Rainfall in New York by month

Plan your trip to New York by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in State of New York ranges from 2.8 - 4.5 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.5 in. February is typically the driest time to visit State of New York when rainfall is around 2.8 in.

Temperature in New York by month

Plan your trip to New York by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to State of New York, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 77.0 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 33.8 F).

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 abril 30, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Delta, Alaska Airlines and Southwest from San José to New York. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
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Very good

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Lucy,Nov 2023

ATL - JFK

On time flights; courteous staff; efficient boarding system! Thank you!
8.0
Very good
8.0
Very good

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Lucy,Nov 2023

ATL - JFK

On time flights; courteous staff; efficient boarding system! Thank you!
8.0
Very good

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Lucy,Nov 2023

ATL - JFK

On time flights; courteous staff; efficient boarding system! Thank you!
8.0
Very good

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Lucy,Nov 2023

ATL - JFK

On time flights; courteous staff; efficient boarding system! Thank you!
8.0
Very good

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Lucy,Nov 2023

ATL - JFK

On time flights; courteous staff; efficient boarding system! Thank you!
8.0
Very good

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Lucy,Nov 2023

ATL - JFK

On time flights; courteous staff; efficient boarding system! Thank you!

Related info for your journey

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

    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. It is only a 8.8 mi journey to Juan Santamaria Intl (SJO) from San José’s city center.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from San José, San José Province to State of New York one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is Spirit Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $158. However, be on the lookout for offers from JetBlue and Copa Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from San José, San José Province to State of New York for a low price.

  • What are the most popular routes from San José, San José Province to State of New York?

  • What are the cheapest flights from San José, San José Province to State of New York?

    While on average a flight from San José, San José Province to State of New York is generally $337, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $135. When looking at the most popular route, (San José Juan Santamaria Intl - Newark), you can expect to pay $186 for that flight.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San José 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 San José, San José Province to State of New York?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San José, San José Province to State of New York (average of $236). Flying from San José, San José Province to State of New York in June is currently the most expensive (average of $345). 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 San José to New York

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$132Average$377FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
Volaris El SalvadorCheapest$158Average$164FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Copa AirlinesCheapest$180Average$333FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
DeltaCheapest$195Average$445FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
AviancaCheapest$199Average$313FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$205Average$579FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
JetBlueCheapest$207Average$447FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$215Average$515FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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