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$119+ Cheap flights from Costa Rica to New York, NY (NYC)

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 11/14. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SJO — NYC
Nov 29 — Dec 61
Sat 11/29
Sat 12/6
1 adult, Economy
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Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$185
(FlightHub)

One-way from

$119
(Cheapflightsfares)

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$307

Good round-trip deal

$196 or less

Good one-way deal

$148 or less
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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 October 30, 2025.

This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/153:05 pmSJO - JFK
1 stop8h 15mAvianca
Sat 1/315:50 amJFK - SJO
1 stop8h 50mAvianca
Deal found 10/30$185
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. 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 11/131:30 pmSJO - LGA
1 stop8h 51mSpirit Airlines
Mon 11/176:00 amLGA - SJO
1 stop7h 25mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 10/27$186
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/54:15 pmSJO - JFK
Nonstop8h 00mAvianca
Tue 11/113:05 pmJFK - SJO
1 stop9h 35mAvianca
Deal found 10/28$186
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/1410:45 pmSJO - JFK
1 stop7h 10mAvianca
Sat 1/1010:00 amJFK - SJO
1 stop7h 10mAvianca
Deal found 10/28$188
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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 11/151:30 pmSJO - LGA
1 stop8h 51mSpirit Airlines
Tue 11/186:00 amLGA - SJO
1 stop7h 25mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 10/30$189
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/213:05 pmSJO - JFK
1 stop8h 15mAvianca
Sat 1/1010:00 amJFK - SJO
1 stop7h 10mAvianca
Deal found 10/28$190
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/41:30 pmSJO - LGA
1 stop8h 51mSpirit Airlines
Tue 11/116:00 amLGA - SJO
1 stop7h 25mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 10/28$191
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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 12/113:05 pmSJO - JFK
1 stop8h 55mAvianca
Mon 1/192:45 amJFK - SJO
2 stops9h 40mAvianca
Deal found 10/30$191
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. 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 11/61:30 pmSJO - LGA
1 stop8h 51mSpirit Airlines
Mon 11/106:00 amLGA - SJO
1 stop7h 25mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 10/27$192
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/54:15 pmSJO - JFK
Nonstop8h 00mAvianca
Wed 11/125:05 pmJFK - SJO
1 stop7h 35mAvianca
Deal found 10/30$192
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/313:05 pmSJO - JFK
1 stop8h 15mAvianca
Tue 11/113:05 pmJFK - SJO
1 stop9h 35mAvianca
Deal found 10/28$193
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/131:30 pmSJO - LGA
1 stop8h 51mSpirit Airlines
Fri 11/146:00 amLGA - SJO
1 stop7h 25mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 10/29$194

Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
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 October 30, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Costa Rica to New York that are best for you.

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Costa Rica

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New York

Route

Depart

Return

Price

LiberiaNew York

LIR - JFK

LIRJFK

Liberia

Thu 11/27

2:55 pm-9:00 pm

Nonstop5h 05m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 12/1

9:01 am-1:31 pm

Nonstop5h 30m

$209

LiberiaNewark

LIR - EWR

LIREWR

Liberia

Thu 12/4

5:15 pm-11:17 pm

Nonstop5h 02m

Newark

Tue 12/9

7:10 am-6:37 pm

1 stop12h 27m

$225

LiberiaNewark

LIR - EWR

LIREWR

Liberia

Wed 12/17

5:15 pm-11:17 pm

Nonstop5h 02m

Newark

Mon 12/29

9:58 pm-2:40 pm

1 stop17h 42m

$225

LiberiaNew York

LIR - JFK

LIRJFK

Liberia

Sat 12/20

4:50 pm-10:54 pm

Nonstop5h 04m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 1/3

10:56 am-3:26 pm

Nonstop5h 30m

$225

LiberiaNewark

LIR - EWR

LIREWR

Liberia

Sun 11/23

5:15 pm-11:17 pm

Nonstop5h 02m

Newark

Sun 11/30

7:18 am-11:44 am

Nonstop5h 26m

$225

LiberiaNewark

LIR - EWR

LIREWR

Liberia

Thu 11/20

5:15 pm-11:17 pm

Nonstop5h 02m

Newark

Thu 12/4

7:10 am-6:37 pm

1 stop12h 27m

$229

LiberiaNewark

LIR - EWR

LIREWR

Liberia

Sat 12/20

5:15 pm-11:17 pm

Nonstop5h 02m

Newark

Sat 1/17

7:30 pm-1:10 pm

1 stop18h 40m

$229

LiberiaNew York

LIR - LGA

LIRLGA

Liberia

Wed 12/17

8:35 am-9:45 pm

1 stop12h 10m

New York LaGuardia

Mon 12/29

9:15 pm-2:40 pm

1 stop18h 25m

$231

LiberiaNewark

LIR - EWR

LIREWR

Liberia

Sun 12/14

8:35 am-10:42 am

1 stop25h 07m

Newark

Mon 12/29

9:58 pm-2:40 pm

1 stop17h 42m

$231

San JoséNew York

SJO - JFK

SJOJFK

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 3/19

2:00 pm-9:01 pm

Nonstop5h 01m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 3/23

9:34 am-12:53 pm

Nonstop5h 19m

$234

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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

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

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Costa Rica to New York (average of $162). Flying from Costa Rica to New York in August is currently the most expensive (average of $233). 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 NYC?

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 October 30, 2025.

When flying from Costa Rica to 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 38% versus a flight at noon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Costa Rica to 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 December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Costa Rica to New York flight should consider departing on Monday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday evenings 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 October 30, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with United Airlines, American Airlines, and JetBlue from Costa Rica to New York by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,996 reviews

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.6

Overall

7.4

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Patti,Feb 2025

FCO - EWR

The food was inedible! We are in the food business and aren’t sure who got this contract. But prisoners eat better. The food was so bad. I ate just a small amount and it made me nauseous. Everything is over microwaved too. And what is with the options? Vegan and vegetarian, but no keto or carnivore? I get that may be more expensive. But I’d gladly pay if it even was an option. But it’s not. There are many fresh options that could have been offered that don’t have to be heated too!
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,996 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,996 reviews

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.6

Overall

7.4

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Patti,Feb 2025

FCO - EWR

The food was inedible! We are in the food business and aren’t sure who got this contract. But prisoners eat better. The food was so bad. I ate just a small amount and it made me nauseous. Everything is over microwaved too. And what is with the options? Vegan and vegetarian, but no keto or carnivore? I get that may be more expensive. But I’d gladly pay if it even was an option. But it’s not. There are many fresh options that could have been offered that don’t have to be heated too!
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,034 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,996 reviews

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.6

Overall

7.4

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Patti,Feb 2025

FCO - EWR

The food was inedible! We are in the food business and aren’t sure who got this contract. But prisoners eat better. The food was so bad. I ate just a small amount and it made me nauseous. Everything is over microwaved too. And what is with the options? Vegan and vegetarian, but no keto or carnivore? I get that may be more expensive. But I’d gladly pay if it even was an option. But it’s not. There are many fresh options that could have been offered that don’t have to be heated too!
JetBlue
7.2
Good
2,906 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,996 reviews

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.6

Overall

7.4

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Patti,Feb 2025

FCO - EWR

The food was inedible! We are in the food business and aren’t sure who got this contract. But prisoners eat better. The food was so bad. I ate just a small amount and it made me nauseous. Everything is over microwaved too. And what is with the options? Vegan and vegetarian, but no keto or carnivore? I get that may be more expensive. But I’d gladly pay if it even was an option. But it’s not. There are many fresh options that could have been offered that don’t have to be heated too!
Avianca
6.6
Okay
2,467 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,996 reviews

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.6

Overall

7.4

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Patti,Feb 2025

FCO - EWR

The food was inedible! We are in the food business and aren’t sure who got this contract. But prisoners eat better. The food was so bad. I ate just a small amount and it made me nauseous. Everything is over microwaved too. And what is with the options? Vegan and vegetarian, but no keto or carnivore? I get that may be more expensive. But I’d gladly pay if it even was an option. But it’s not. There are many fresh options that could have been offered that don’t have to be heated too!
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,116 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,996 reviews

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.6

Overall

7.4

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Patti,Feb 2025

FCO - EWR

The food was inedible! We are in the food business and aren’t sure who got this contract. But prisoners eat better. The food was so bad. I ate just a small amount and it made me nauseous. Everything is over microwaved too. And what is with the options? Vegan and vegetarian, but no keto or carnivore? I get that may be more expensive. But I’d gladly pay if it even was an option. But it’s not. There are many fresh options that could have been offered that don’t have to be heated too!

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 New York?

    For as low as $225, JetBlue can have you in New York from Costa Rica in 5h 02m. Costa Rica and New York are separated by a distance of 2191 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Spirit Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $126. United Airlines flights start at $138 while deals on JetBlue start at $138 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from Costa Rica to New York?

    The most popular route from Costa Rica to 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 Costa Rica to New York?

    The cheapest flight price from Costa Rica to New York is $107. On average you can expect to pay $257. The most popular route, (San José Juan Santamaria Intl - New York John F Kennedy Intl), can usually be booked for $186.

  • 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 New York?

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Costa Rica to New York (average of $162). Flying from Costa Rica to New York in August is currently the most expensive (average of $233). 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 Costa Rica to New York

Discover the top 7 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 October 30, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$141Average$392FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Copa AirlinesCheapest$171Average$345FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
AviancaCheapest$184Average$353FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$200Average$360FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
JetBlueCheapest$216Average$415FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
United AirlinesCheapest$218Average$478FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$245Average$407FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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