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$127+ Cheap flights from San José (SJO) to New York, NY (NYC)

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SJO — NYC
Oct 11 — Oct 181
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from San José Juan Santamaria Intl to New York are usually found in October or September, booked 70 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Tuesday

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Round-trip from

$193
(Cheapflightsfares)

One-way from

$127
(Trip.com)

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$316

Good round-trip deal

$248 or less

Good one-way deal

$148 or less
From San José Juan Santamaria Intl to New York (NYC)
One-way flight from San José Juan Santamaria Intl to New York (NYC)
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 0% potential increase in price ($1 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($8 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Explore the most affordable flight options available from San José to New York. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 11, 2025.

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Sat 9/2012:19 pmSJO - LGA
1 stop9h 06mSpirit Airlines
Fri 9/266:00 amLGA - SJO
1 stop7h 14mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/11$192
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Wed 9/2412:19 pmSJO - LGA
1 stop9h 06mSpirit Airlines
Tue 9/306:00 amLGA - SJO
1 stop7h 14mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/11$193
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Tue 10/212:05 pmSJO - JFK
Nonstop5h 03mJetBlue
Tue 10/2810:30 amJFK - SJO
Nonstop5h 22mJetBlue
Deal found 9/10$193
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Thu 9/1812:19 pmSJO - LGA
1 stop9h 06mSpirit Airlines
Tue 9/236:00 amLGA - SJO
1 stop7h 14mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/10$194
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Mon 11/108:45 amSJO - LGA
1 stop25h 41mUnited Airlines
Sat 11/155:28 pmLGA - SJO
1 stop18h 57mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/11$195
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Thu 9/1812:19 pmSJO - LGA
1 stop9h 06mSpirit Airlines
Wed 10/86:00 amLGA - SJO
1 stop7h 30mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/10$196
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Sun 11/24:15 pmSJO - JFK
1 stop8h 00mAvianca
Fri 11/72:30 amJFK - SJO
1 stop9h 55mAvianca
Deal found 9/11$196
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Wed 10/112:19 pmSJO - LGA
1 stop9h 06mSpirit Airlines
Wed 10/86:00 amLGA - SJO
1 stop7h 30mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/10$197
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Wed 10/154:50 pmSJO - JFK
1 stop7h 25mAvianca
Sun 10/193:35 amJFK - SJO
1 stop9h 40mAvianca
Deal found 9/10$197
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Wed 9/2412:19 pmSJO - LGA
1 stop9h 06mSpirit Airlines
Sun 9/286:00 amLGA - SJO
1 stop7h 14mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/11$198
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Fri 9/194:50 pmSJO - JFK
1 stop7h 25mAvianca
Sun 9/213:50 amJFK - SJO
1 stop7h 30mAvianca
Deal found 9/10$198
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Thu 11/68:05 pmSJO - JFK
1 stop7h 15mAvianca
Mon 11/103:05 pmJFK - SJO
1 stop9h 35mAvianca
Deal found 9/10$199

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San JoséNew York

SJO - LGA

SJOLGA

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 11/8

8:45 am-8:54 pm

1 stop11h 09m

New York LaGuardia

Sat 11/15

2:00 pm-11:25 am

1 stop22h 25m

$195

San JoséNew York

SJO - LGA

SJOLGA

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 10/25

7:55 am-8:59 pm

1 stop11h 04m

New York LaGuardia

Fri 10/31

8:20 pm-10:25 am

1 stop16h 05m

$195

San JoséNew York

SJO - LGA

SJOLGA

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 11/5

8:45 am-11:14 pm

1 stop13h 29m

New York LaGuardia

Wed 11/12

9:55 am-11:25 am

1 stop26h 30m

$195

San JoséNew York

SJO - LGA

SJOLGA

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 10/25

7:55 am-11:14 pm

1 stop13h 19m

New York LaGuardia

Sun 11/2

3:41 pm-1:15 pm

1 stop22h 34m

$195

San JoséNew York

SJO - LGA

SJOLGA

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 11/11

2:20 pm-11:26 am

1 stop20h 06m

New York LaGuardia

Sat 11/15

5:28 pm-11:25 am

1 stop18h 57m

$195

San JoséNew York

SJO - LGA

SJOLGA

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 11/10

2:20 pm-11:26 am

1 stop20h 06m

New York LaGuardia

Fri 11/14

8:20 pm-11:25 am

1 stop16h 05m

$195

San JoséNew York

SJO - LGA

SJOLGA

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 11/11

8:45 am-7:04 pm

1 stop9h 19m

New York LaGuardia

Wed 11/12

8:20 pm-11:25 am

1 stop16h 05m

$195

San JoséNew York

SJO - LGA

SJOLGA

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 10/22

7:55 am-7:27 pm

1 stop9h 32m

New York LaGuardia

Fri 10/31

8:20 pm-10:25 am

1 stop16h 05m

$195

San JoséNew York

SJO - LGA

SJOLGA

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 11/10

8:45 am-11:26 am

1 stop25h 41m

New York LaGuardia

Sat 11/15

5:28 pm-11:25 am

1 stop18h 57m

$195

San JoséNew York

SJO - LGA

SJOLGA

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 11/14

12:35 pm-4:24 pm

1 stop26h 49m

New York LaGuardia

Tue 11/18

2:00 pm-11:25 am

1 stop22h 25m

$195

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Airports
SJO

For departures, arrive 3 hours early to clear security. Self-check kiosks and baggage drop-off are available to speed up the process.

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EWR

Take the AirTrain to NJ Transit for a cost-effective trip to NYC. Ensure your ticket is for New York Penn Station, not Newark Penn Station.

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Marisa knows planes inside and out, spending 16 years working on aircraft in hangars at airports around the world. She is an aviation industry expert, specialized in airline interiors and regulations. Ten years ago, she pivoted to journalism. She shares her insights in leading aviation, travel, and business publications and on her site FlightChic.

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Best time to book a flight from San José to New York

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to New York from San José with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from San José to New York

How far ahead should I book a flight from San José, San José Province to New York?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San José to New York. Price data was last updated on August 29, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from San José, San José Province to New York, you should look to book at least 70 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San José, San José Province to New York (average of $236). Flying from San José, San José Province to New York in June is currently the most expensive (average of $314). 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 NYC?

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 September 11, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from San José, San José Province to New York is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the morning tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the afternoon could potentially save you up to 39% on airfare.

What is the cheapest day to fly from San José, San José Province to 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 September 7, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San José, San José Province to New York flight should consider departing on Tuesday 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 San José, San José Province to 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 September 11, 2025.

The most flights from SJO to NYC 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).

What’s the top layover airport for flights from San José, San José Province to New York?

Share of 1-stop round-trip flights from San José, San José Province to New York chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same layover each way.

Panama City (PTY) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 35% of 1-stop itineraries from San José, San José Province to New York on Cheapflights.

What’s the cheapest layover airport for flights from San José, San José Province to New York?

Average round-trip fare for 1-stop flights from San José, San José Province to New York, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same layover each way.

Orlando (MCO) is the most affordable 1-stop option, with an average round-trip price of $249.

What’s the fastest layover option from San José, San José Province to New York?

Shortest average travel time for 1-stop one-way flights from San José, San José Province to New York, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by layover airport.

Flights via Guatemala City (GUA) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 7h 15m.

Which airport typically offers the quickest layover for flights from San José, San José Province to New York?

Average layover duration for 1-stop one-way flights from San José, San José Province to New York, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via Guatemala City (GUA) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average layover time of 0h 58m.

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 September 11, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Copa Airlines, United Airlines, and JetBlue from San José to New York 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.

Entertainment

6.8

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.6

Food

6.8

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Paul,Jun 2025

PTY - MIA

The boarding process was terrible. No one followed the group numbers. Everyone got up and stood in the tiles upon landing. People kept getting up during the meal and beverage service to go the bathrooms, the crew had to go back and forth in the isles, the service took forever.

Entertainment

6.8

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.6

Food

6.8

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Paul,Jun 2025

PTY - MIA

The boarding process was terrible. No one followed the group numbers. Everyone got up and stood in the tiles upon landing. People kept getting up during the meal and beverage service to go the bathrooms, the crew had to go back and forth in the isles, the service took forever.

Entertainment

6.8

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.6

Food

6.8

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Paul,Jun 2025

PTY - MIA

The boarding process was terrible. No one followed the group numbers. Everyone got up and stood in the tiles upon landing. People kept getting up during the meal and beverage service to go the bathrooms, the crew had to go back and forth in the isles, the service took forever.

Entertainment

6.8

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.6

Food

6.8

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Paul,Jun 2025

PTY - MIA

The boarding process was terrible. No one followed the group numbers. Everyone got up and stood in the tiles upon landing. People kept getting up during the meal and beverage service to go the bathrooms, the crew had to go back and forth in the isles, the service took forever.

Entertainment

6.8

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.6

Food

6.8

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Paul,Jun 2025

PTY - MIA

The boarding process was terrible. No one followed the group numbers. Everyone got up and stood in the tiles upon landing. People kept getting up during the meal and beverage service to go the bathrooms, the crew had to go back and forth in the isles, the service took forever.

Entertainment

6.8

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.6

Food

6.8

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Paul,Jun 2025

PTY - MIA

The boarding process was terrible. No one followed the group numbers. Everyone got up and stood in the tiles upon landing. People kept getting up during the meal and beverage service to go the bathrooms, the crew had to go back and forth in the isles, the service took forever.

Related info for your journey

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

    Located just 8.8 mi from the city center, San José Juan Santamaria Intl is the airport most travelers will use when flying to New York from San José. Booking flights from Juan Santamaria Intl (SJO) to New York should be relatively easy as there are 2 daily outbound flights to New York from 8 different airlines.

  • How long is the flight from San José, San José Province to New York?

    Airlines like United Airlines, Delta, and JetBlue fly from San José, San José Province to New York in about 5h 01m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 6h 08m. San José, San José Province and New York are separated by a distance of 2210 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from San José, San José Province to New York round-trip?

    According to our current data, Volaris El Salvador ($158), Avianca ($183), and Copa Airlines ($187) offers the cheapest pricing from San José, San José Province to New York. Volaris El Salvador is priced at 56% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

    $132 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Delta. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Spirit Airlines and United Airlines, with prices starting from $141 and $149, respectively.

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

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

    While on average a flight from San José, San José Province to New York is generally $237, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $140. When looking at the most popular route, (San José Juan Santamaria Intl - Newark), you can expect to pay $143 for that flight.

  • Where are the most common layover locations when flying from San José, San José Province to New York?

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a layover in Fort Lauderdale?

    Fort Lauderdale travelers tend to visit Las Olas Beach, Port Everglades, and Fort Lauderdale Beach Park more than anywhere else. Las Olas Beach, Port Everglades, and Fort Lauderdale Beach Park can be accessed by traveling approximately 4.1 mi, 2.1 mi, and 4.2 mi, respectively from Fort Lauderdale. Those looking to explore during their layover in Fort Lauderdale can rent a car from Fort Lauderdale for about $23 per day.

  • What are some popular points of interest to see during a layover in Panama City?

    Panama Old Cathedral, Amador Causeway, and Panama Canal are the most popular attractions in Panama City if you're in need of something to do during your layover. Travelers on a layover in Panama City can visit Panama Old Cathedral, Amador Causeway, and Panama Canal, by traveling 13.2 mi, 14.7 mi, and 15.1 mi, respectively after landing at Panama City Tocumen Intl. Travelers can book a car rental at Panama City Tocumen Intl for about $13 per day to make their sightseeing more efficient.

  • Where are the least popular layover locations for San José, San José Province to New York flights?

  • 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 New York?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San José, San José Province to New York (average of $236). Flying from San José, San José Province to New York in June is currently the most expensive (average of $314). 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
Volaris El SalvadorCheapest$158Average$164FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
AviancaCheapest$183Average$355FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Copa AirlinesCheapest$187Average$350FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
DeltaCheapest$195Average$394FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$206Average$382FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
United AirlinesCheapest$218Average$553FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
JetBlueCheapest$220Average$403FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$258Average$426FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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