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$135+ Cheap flights from San José (SJO) 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 1/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SJO — JFK
ene. 11 — ene. 181
dom. 1/11
dom. 1/18
1 adult, Economy
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mar. 12/167:50 pmSJO - JFK
1 stop7h 30mAvianca
sáb. 1/3110:00 amJFK - SJO
1 stop7h 10mAvianca
Deal found 12/11$191
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mié. 12/248:45 amSJO - LGA
1 stop13h 20mUnited Airlines
mié. 12/319:15 pmLGA - SJO
1 stop16h 41mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/10$194
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dom. 12/218:45 amSJO - LGA
1 stop11h 55mUnited Airlines
jue. 1/229:55 amLGA - SJO
1 stop11h 44mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/11$205
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mié. 12/2410:45 pmSJO - JFK
1 stop7h 10mAvianca
mié. 2/45:50 amJFK - SJO
1 stop8h 50mAvianca
Deal found 12/11$209
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jue. 12/113:05 pmSJO - JFK
1 stop12h 15mAvianca
mar. 1/203:05 pmJFK - SJO
1 stop9h 35mAvianca
Deal found 12/11$210
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sáb. 12/133:05 pmSJO - JFK
1 stop12h 15mMultiple Airlines
sáb. 1/106:30 amJFK - SJO
1 stop9h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/10$213
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dom. 12/2110:45 pmSJO - JFK
1 stop7h 10mAvianca
mar. 1/202:45 amJFK - SJO
2 stops9h 40mAvianca
Deal found 12/10$214
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lun. 12/157:00 amSJO - JFK
1 stop11h 29mAmerican Airlines
mar. 1/2012:30 pmJFK - SJO
1 stop11h 00mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/11$225
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lun. 12/154:30 pmSJO - JFK
1 stop7h 30mAvianca
lun. 1/192:45 amJFK - SJO
2 stops9h 40mAvianca
Deal found 12/10$226
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mié. 12/172:20 pmSJO - ROC
2 stops25h 00mUnited Airlines
mié. 1/215:23 pmROC - SJO
1 stop20h 33mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/10$229
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jue. 12/111:15 pmSJO - LGA
1 stop19h 44mAmerican Airlines
mar. 3/317:00 amLGA - SJO
1 stop16h 43mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/10$230
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jue. 12/111:15 pmSJO - JFK
1 stop8h 02mAmerican Airlines
mar. 1/2011:21 amJFK - SJO
2 stops12h 09mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/11$235

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$135
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November

Average price

$412

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$217 or less

Good one-way deal

$181 or less
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Customize your flight search to find flights from San José 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 diciembre 12, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San José to New York State that are best for you.

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San JoséNew York

SJO - LGA

SJOLGA

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

jue. 1/29

6:30 am-8:54 pm

1 stop13h 24m

New York LaGuardia

lun. 2/2

9:55 am-6:16 pm

1 stop9h 21m

$194

San JoséNew York

SJO - LGA

SJOLGA

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

vie. 2/13

8:45 am-11:12 pm

1 stop13h 27m

New York LaGuardia

lun. 2/23

7:45 am-6:16 pm

1 stop11h 31m

$194

San JoséNew York

SJO - LGA

SJOLGA

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

vie. 1/30

8:45 am-11:15 pm

1 stop13h 30m

New York LaGuardia

dom. 2/1

9:21 pm-12:56 pm

1 stop16h 35m

$194

San JoséNew York

SJO - LGA

SJOLGA

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

lun. 2/2

6:30 am-11:15 pm

1 stop15h 45m

New York LaGuardia

sáb. 2/7

6:15 pm-12:56 pm

1 stop19h 41m

$194

San JoséNew York

SJO - LGA

SJOLGA

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

vie. 1/23

6:30 am-9:57 pm

1 stop14h 27m

New York LaGuardia

mié. 1/28

9:21 pm-12:56 pm

1 stop16h 35m

$194

San JoséNew York

SJO - LGA

SJOLGA

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

mié. 12/24

8:45 am-11:05 pm

1 stop13h 20m

New York LaGuardia

mié. 12/31

9:15 pm-12:56 pm

1 stop16h 41m

$194

San JoséNew York

SJO - LGA

SJOLGA

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

lun. 2/9

6:30 am-8:54 pm

1 stop13h 24m

New York LaGuardia

jue. 2/19

6:15 am-8:39 pm

1 stop15h 24m

$194

San JoséNew York

SJO - LGA

SJOLGA

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

jue. 1/22

6:30 am-8:54 pm

1 stop13h 24m

New York LaGuardia

mié. 1/28

9:21 pm-12:56 pm

1 stop16h 35m

$205

San JoséNew York

SJO - LGA

SJOLGA

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

mié. 1/28

6:30 am-9:57 pm

1 stop14h 27m

New York LaGuardia

dom. 2/1

9:21 pm-12:56 pm

1 stop16h 35m

$222

San JoséNew York

SJO - LGA

SJOLGA

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

mié. 1/28

6:30 am-7:17 pm

1 stop11h 47m

New York LaGuardia

mié. 2/4

9:55 am-8:39 pm

1 stop11h 44m

$222

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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 to State of New York?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San José to State of New York (average of $153). Flying from San José 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 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 diciembre 12, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from San José to State of New York at noon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 20% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the morning.

What is the cheapest day to fly from San José to State of New York?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from San José to New York. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San José to State of New York flight should consider departing on Monday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from San José to State of New York

Explore weekly flight availability from San José to New York. 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 diciembre 12, 2025.

The most flights from SJO to USNY are scheduled on a Wednesday (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 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 diciembre 12, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Copa Airlines, United Airlines, and American Airlines from San José to New York State have to say. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,558 reviews

Entertainment

6.8

Overall

7.6

Comfort

7.4

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.1

Food

6.9

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Juan Pablo,Sep 2025

PTY - VVI

not a good expirience, the plane was packed, the seats wear very unconftrable, coudent conect with the entratainmente service on the plane, the onboarding was in charge of a very angry lady i really had a unplesent trip
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,558 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,558 reviews

Entertainment

6.8

Overall

7.6

Comfort

7.4

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.1

Food

6.9

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Juan Pablo,Sep 2025

PTY - VVI

not a good expirience, the plane was packed, the seats wear very unconftrable, coudent conect with the entratainmente service on the plane, the onboarding was in charge of a very angry lady i really had a unplesent trip
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,095 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,558 reviews

Entertainment

6.8

Overall

7.6

Comfort

7.4

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.1

Food

6.9

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Juan Pablo,Sep 2025

PTY - VVI

not a good expirience, the plane was packed, the seats wear very unconftrable, coudent conect with the entratainmente service on the plane, the onboarding was in charge of a very angry lady i really had a unplesent trip
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,049 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,558 reviews

Entertainment

6.8

Overall

7.6

Comfort

7.4

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.1

Food

6.9

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Juan Pablo,Sep 2025

PTY - VVI

not a good expirience, the plane was packed, the seats wear very unconftrable, coudent conect with the entratainmente service on the plane, the onboarding was in charge of a very angry lady i really had a unplesent trip
JetBlue
7.2
Good
2,899 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,558 reviews

Entertainment

6.8

Overall

7.6

Comfort

7.4

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.1

Food

6.9

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Juan Pablo,Sep 2025

PTY - VVI

not a good expirience, the plane was packed, the seats wear very unconftrable, coudent conect with the entratainmente service on the plane, the onboarding was in charge of a very angry lady i really had a unplesent trip
Avianca
6.6
Okay
2,480 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,558 reviews

Entertainment

6.8

Overall

7.6

Comfort

7.4

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.1

Food

6.9

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Juan Pablo,Sep 2025

PTY - VVI

not a good expirience, the plane was packed, the seats wear very unconftrable, coudent conect with the entratainmente service on the plane, the onboarding was in charge of a very angry lady i really had a unplesent trip

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San José to New York. 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?

    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.

  • How long is the flight from San José to State of New York?

    A quick flight from San José to State of New York can take about 7h 30m. United Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $250. The distance from San José to State of New York is about 2210 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from San José to State of New York are Spirit Airlines ($113), Avianca ($121), and Delta ($122).

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

    The most popular route from San José to State of New York is San José Juan Santamaria Intl - New York John F Kennedy Intl. You may also consider San José Juan Santamaria Intl - Newark or San José Juan Santamaria Intl - New York LaGuardia.

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

    While on average a flight from San José to State of New York is generally $278, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $143. When looking at the most popular route, (San José Juan Santamaria Intl - New York John F Kennedy Intl), you can expect to pay $223 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 to State of New York?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San José to State of New York (average of $153). Flying from San José 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 7 airlines flying from San José to New York

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from San José 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 diciembre 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$141Average$370FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Copa AirlinesCheapest$145Average$331FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$166Average$336FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
AviancaCheapest$174Average$362FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
JetBlueCheapest$204Average$453FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
United AirlinesCheapest$218Average$551FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$245Average$497FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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