Newark

$192+ Cheap flights from San José (SJO) to Newark (EWR)

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 5/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SJO — EWR
May 17 — May 241
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from San José Juan Santamaria Intl to Newark are usually found in October or November, booked 43 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Tuesday and return on a Tuesday

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Cheapest flights from San José to Newark
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San José to Newark. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 17, 2026.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/14. 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.
Wed 6/1711:23 am
SJO
-
EWR
1 stop10h 07m
Arajet
Tue 6/2312:59 am
EWR
-
SJO
1 stop11h 39m
Arajet
Deal found 4/14$306
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/13. 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 5/71:00 pm
SJO
-
EWR
1 stop8h 52m
Spirit Airlines
Sun 5/106:00 am
EWR
-
SJO
1 stop7h 45m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 4/13$307
This SmartFares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/14. 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.
Thu 7/91:05 pm
SJO
-
EWR
1 stop8h 54m
JetBlue
Wed 7/158:00 am
EWR
-
SJO
1 stop6h 57m
JetBlue
Deal found 4/14$308
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/14. 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.
Wed 5/1311:23 am
SJO
-
EWR
1 stop10h 07m
Arajet
Tue 6/212:59 am
EWR
-
SJO
1 stop11h 39m
Arajet
Deal found 4/14$309
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/13. 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 5/81:00 pm
SJO
-
EWR
1 stop17h 59m
Spirit Airlines
Wed 5/137:55 pm
EWR
-
SJO
1 stop17h 50m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 4/13$310
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/13. 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.
Mon 5/41:00 pm
SJO
-
EWR
1 stop17h 59m
Spirit Airlines
Wed 5/137:55 pm
EWR
-
SJO
1 stop17h 50m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 4/13$311
This JetBlue deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/15. 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.
Sat 5/2312:40 pm
SJO
-
EWR
1 stop9h 19m
JetBlue
Mon 6/16:04 am
EWR
-
SJO
1 stop7h 51m
JetBlue
Deal found 4/15$312
This OneTravel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/13. 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 OneTravel is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/71:00 pm
SJO
-
EWR
1 stop26h 47m
Spirit Airlines
Thu 5/147:55 pm
EWR
-
SJO
1 stop17h 50m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 4/13$315
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/14. 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 10/161:10 pm
SJO
-
EWR
1 stop8h 34m
JetBlue
Wed 10/216:45 am
EWR
-
SJO
1 stop7h 10m
JetBlue
Deal found 4/14$316
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/14. 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 5/141:00 pm
SJO
-
EWR
1 stop8h 52m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 6/212:59 am
EWR
-
SJO
1 stop11h 39m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/14$317
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/13. 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.
Mon 5/41:00 pm
SJO
-
EWR
1 stop17h 59m
Spirit Airlines
Sat 5/97:55 pm
EWR
-
SJO
1 stop17h 50m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 4/13$318
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/12. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/2311:50 am
SJO
-
EWR
Nonstop5h 23m
United Airlines
Wed 4/2912:21 pm
EWR
-
SJO
1 stop9h 16m
United Airlines
Deal found 4/12$319

Find flight deals from San José to Newark

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San José (SJO) to Newark (EWR). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated April 17, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$306
(OneTravel)

One-way from

$192
(United Airlines)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$413

Good round-trip deal

$443 or less

Good one-way deal

$279 or less
Provider with most accurate pricing for San José Juan Santamaria Intl-Newark flight deals.
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From San José Juan Santamaria Intl to Newark
One-way flight from San José Juan Santamaria Intl to Newark
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 10% potential increase in price ($49 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($10 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in April 2026
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from San José Juan Santamaria Intl to Newark.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from San José Juan Santamaria Intl to Newark.

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Customize your flight search to find flights from San José to Newark 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 April 17, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San José to Newark Airport that are best for you.

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Depart

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Price

Cheapest round-trip

San JoséNewark

SJO - EWR

SJOEWR

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 9/16

1:25 pm-12:51 am

1 stop9h 26m

Newark

Sat 9/26

6:00 am-12:26 pm

1 stop8h 26m

$439

San JoséNewark

SJO - EWR

SJOEWR

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 5/21

12:44 pm-8:07 pm

Nonstop5h 23m

Newark

Mon 5/25

7:05 am-10:39 pm

1 stop17h 34m

$445

San JoséNewark

SJO - EWR

SJOEWR

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 6/25

12:30 am-9:29 pm

1 stop18h 59m

Newark

Mon 7/6

7:05 am-10:39 pm

1 stop17h 34m

$451

San JoséNewark

SJO - EWR

SJOEWR

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 9/12

12:44 pm-8:00 pm

Nonstop5h 16m

Newark

Sun 9/20

8:37 pm-12:21 pm

1 stop17h 44m

$477
Quickest round-trip

San JoséNewark

SJO - EWR

SJOEWR

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 8/27

12:44 pm-8:00 pm

Nonstop5h 16m

Newark

Mon 8/31

5:05 pm-8:19 pm

Nonstop5h 14m

$501

San JoséNewark

SJO - EWR

SJOEWR

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 4/29

1:25 pm-12:57 am

1 stop9h 32m

Newark

Tue 5/5

5:35 am-12:21 pm

1 stop8h 46m

$507

San JoséNewark

SJO - EWR

SJOEWR

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 6/25

12:30 am-3:34 pm

1 stop13h 04m

Newark

Mon 6/29

5:00 pm-8:19 pm

Nonstop5h 19m

$532

San JoséNewark

SJO - EWR

SJOEWR

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 5/31

12:30 am-12:37 am

1 stop22h 07m

Newark

Sun 6/7

8:21 am-11:38 am

Nonstop5h 17m

$556

San JoséNewark

SJO - EWR

SJOEWR

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 4/30

12:44 pm-8:07 pm

Nonstop5h 23m

Newark

Fri 5/1

8:35 pm-12:21 pm

1 stop17h 46m

$576

San JoséNewark

SJO - EWR

SJOEWR

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 5/8

12:44 pm-8:07 pm

Nonstop5h 23m

Newark

Wed 5/13

8:35 pm-7:37 pm

1 stop25h 02m

$595

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Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from San José to Newark in April.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*2 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
MytripPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapOairPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*2 stars
Kiwi.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on San José-Newark Airport flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on San José-Newark Airport flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from San José-Newark Airport flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on San José-Newark Airport flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for San José-Newark Airport flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from San José to Newark

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Everything you need to know about your flight from San José to Newark Airport

How far ahead should I book a flight from San José to Newark Airport?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San José to Newark. Price data was last updated on April 10, 2026.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from San José to Newark Airport, you should look to book at least 43 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 to Newark Airport?

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San José to Newark Airport (average of $321). Flying from San José to Newark Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of $515). 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 EWR?

Find hourly flight availability from San José to Newark. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated April 17, 2026.

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

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from San José to Newark Airport?

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Expert on SJO

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Reviews of airlines servicing Newark

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Newark. 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 Newark. Reviews last updated April 17, 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown United Airlines,JetBlue, andAmerican Airlines from San José to Newark Airport. 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.

Crew

8.1

Food

6.6

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Apr 2026

DFW - EWR

The flight was on time. Crew was friendly. Will fly again. The seats was comfortable.

Crew

8.1

Food

6.6

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Apr 2026

DFW - EWR

The flight was on time. Crew was friendly. Will fly again. The seats was comfortable.

Crew

8.1

Food

6.6

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Apr 2026

DFW - EWR

The flight was on time. Crew was friendly. Will fly again. The seats was comfortable.

Crew

8.1

Food

6.6

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Apr 2026

DFW - EWR

The flight was on time. Crew was friendly. Will fly again. The seats was comfortable.

Crew

8.1

Food

6.6

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Apr 2026

DFW - EWR

The flight was on time. Crew was friendly. Will fly again. The seats was comfortable.

Crew

8.1

Food

6.6

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Apr 2026

DFW - EWR

The flight was on time. Crew was friendly. Will fly again. The seats was comfortable.

Related info for your journey

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

    If you book a flight to Newark from San José, you will be flying from Juan Santamaria Intl, which is the city’s only airport. San José Juan Santamaria Intl (SJO) is located 8.8 mi from the center of San José. There are 2 flights from Juan Santamaria Intl to Newark per day from 6 different airlines.

  • How long is the flight from San José to Newark Airport?

    For as low as $439, United Airlines can have you in Newark Airport from San José in 9h 26m. Airlines will cover a distance of 2207 mi.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from San José to Newark Airport round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from San José to Newark Airport is Frontier. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $180 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Spirit Airlines and Delta, starting at $196 and $222 round-trip. These flights start at 55% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from San José to Newark Airport one-way?

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from San José to Newark Airport are Frontier ($112), Spirit Airlines ($140), and Delta ($142).

  • What are the cheapest flights from San José to Newark Airport?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from San José to Newark Airport? While on average our users pay $575, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $185. The most popular route (San José Juan Santamaria Intl - Newark), is priced around $305.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San José to Newark 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 Newark Airport?

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San José to Newark Airport (average of $321). Flying from San José to Newark Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of $515). 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 6 airlines flying from San José to Newark

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$180Average$342FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$196Average$283FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$222Average$416FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$240Average$389FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$244Average$444FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
JetBlueCheapest$249Average$421FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%

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