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$143+ 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 9/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SJO — EWR
Aug 23 — Aug 301
Sat 8/23
Sat 8/30
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from San José Juan Santamaria Intl to Newark are usually found in November or February, booked 24 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Tuesday

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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 August 18, 2025.

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$256
(Expedia)

One-way from

$143
(FlightHub)

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$408

Good round-trip deal

$345 or less

Good one-way deal

$173 or less
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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 August 18, 2025.

This eDestinos deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/16. 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 eDestinos is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/1512:19 pmSJO - EWR
1 stop9h 27mSpirit Airlines
Thu 9/186:10 amEWR - SJO
1 stop7h 04mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/16$257
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Wed 9/1011:37 amSJO - EWR
1 stop8h 22mSpirit Airlines
Wed 9/177:57 pmEWR - SJO
1 stop16h 30mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/16$258
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. 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.
Wed 9/1012:19 pmSJO - EWR
1 stop9h 27mMultiple Airlines
Sun 9/146:02 amEWR - SJO
1 stop11h 11mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/18$259
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. 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.
Wed 9/1712:44 pmSJO - EWR
Nonstop5h 17mUnited Airlines
Mon 9/228:37 pmEWR - SJO
1 stop17h 49mUnited Airlines
Deal found 8/18$260
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. 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 9/111:30 pmSJO - EWR
1 stop9h 25mUnited Airlines
Mon 9/158:37 pmEWR - SJO
1 stop17h 49mUnited Airlines
Deal found 8/18$261
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Thu 9/411:37 amSJO - EWR
1 stop9h 29mSpirit Airlines
Wed 9/246:10 amEWR - SJO
1 stop7h 04mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/17$262
This eDestinos deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/15. 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 eDestinos is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/1212:19 pmSJO - EWR
1 stop9h 27mSpirit Airlines
Sun 9/216:10 amEWR - SJO
1 stop7h 04mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/15$263
This eDestinos deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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 eDestinos is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/1212:19 pmSJO - EWR
1 stop9h 27mSpirit Airlines
Thu 9/186:10 amEWR - SJO
1 stop7h 04mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/17$264
This SmartFares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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 9/412:19 pmSJO - EWR
2 stops20h 40mSpirit Airlines
Wed 9/106:10 amEWR - SJO
1 stop7h 04mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/17$265
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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.
Tue 9/1612:19 pmSJO - EWR
1 stop9h 27mSpirit Airlines
Thu 9/186:10 amEWR - SJO
1 stop7h 04mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/17$266
This eDestinos deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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 eDestinos is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/412:19 pmSJO - EWR
1 stop9h 27mSpirit Airlines
Sun 9/76:10 amEWR - SJO
1 stop7h 04mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/17$267
This eDestinos deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/16. 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 eDestinos is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/1511:37 amSJO - EWR
1 stop9h 29mSpirit Airlines
Tue 9/236:10 amEWR - SJO
1 stop7h 04mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/16$268

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San José to Newark Airport that are best for you.

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San JoséNewark

SJO - EWR

SJOEWR

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 11/10

11:28 pm-5:31 am

Nonstop5h 03m

Newark

Mon 11/17

7:25 pm-11:25 am

1 stop17h 00m

$260

San JoséNewark

SJO - EWR

SJOEWR

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 10/27

10:28 pm-5:31 am

Nonstop5h 03m

Newark

Sat 11/1

7:25 pm-11:25 am

1 stop18h 00m

$260

San JoséNewark

SJO - EWR

SJOEWR

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 10/31

10:28 pm-5:31 am

Nonstop5h 03m

Newark

Mon 11/3

8:40 pm-11:25 am

1 stop15h 45m

$260

San JoséNewark

SJO - EWR

SJOEWR

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 11/4

11:28 pm-5:31 am

Nonstop5h 03m

Newark

Sat 11/8

8:40 pm-11:25 am

1 stop15h 45m

$260

San JoséNewark

SJO - EWR

SJOEWR

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 10/30

10:28 pm-5:31 am

Nonstop5h 03m

Newark

Tue 11/4

8:40 pm-11:25 am

1 stop15h 45m

$260

San JoséNewark

SJO - EWR

SJOEWR

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 11/9

11:28 pm-5:31 am

Nonstop5h 03m

Newark

Fri 11/14

8:40 pm-11:25 am

1 stop15h 45m

$260

San JoséNewark

SJO - EWR

SJOEWR

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 11/5

2:15 pm-11:56 pm

1 stop8h 41m

Newark

Tue 11/18

8:00 am-10:15 pm

1 stop15h 15m

$261

San JoséNewark

SJO - EWR

SJOEWR

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 10/28

7:45 am-3:00 pm

1 stop29h 15m

Newark

Tue 11/4

8:40 pm-11:25 am

1 stop15h 45m

$261

San JoséNewark

SJO - EWR

SJOEWR

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 10/14

7:55 am-12:45 am

1 stop14h 50m

Newark

Tue 10/21

8:35 pm-7:37 pm

1 stop25h 02m

$261

San JoséNewark

SJO - EWR

SJOEWR

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 11/4

2:20 pm-11:59 am

1 stop20h 39m

Newark

Tue 11/11

7:25 pm-11:25 am

1 stop17h 00m

$261

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The best insider tips for San José to Newark Airport flights

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Cheapflights partnered with top experts to bring you the best recommendations for your San José to Newark Airport trip
Airports
SJO

Leave for SJO with at least 3 hours to clear security. Self-check kiosks and baggage drop-off are available to speed things up.

Read more about SJOby Marisa Garcia
EWR

For a quick trip to NYC, take the AirTrain to Airport Station, then NJ Transit to Penn Station. It takes about 45 minutes.

Read more about EWRby Brandon Schultz
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Brandon Schultz

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Brandon Schultz is an award-winning food and travel writer based in New York City. His work has appeared in Forbes, AAA, Thrillist, Travel + Leisure, and The Daily Meal, among many others, and he is the author of 6 books, including 3 cookbooks.

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Marisa Garcia

Marisa Garcia

Expert on SJO

Marisa Garcia

Marisa Garcia

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 Newark

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Newark from San José with our price prediction graph.
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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, San José Province 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 August 8, 2025.

The best time to book flights from San José, San José Province to Newark Airport is 24 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San José, San José Province to Newark Airport?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San José, San José Province to Newark Airport (average of $228). Flying from San José, San José Province to Newark Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $301). 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 August 18, 2025.

Unlike in the morning, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 45% on flights from San José, San José Province to Newark Airport by exploring options for tickets in the afternoon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from San José, San José Province to Newark Airport?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from San José to Newark. Price data was last updated on August 17, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San José, San José Province to Newark Airport flight should consider departing on Monday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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

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

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

Fort Lauderdale (FLL) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 82% of 1-stop itineraries from San José, San José Province to Newark Airport on Cheapflights.

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

Average round-trip fare for 1-stop flights from San José, San José Province to Newark Airport, 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 Newark Airport?

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

Flights via Fort Lauderdale (FLL) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 9h 16m.

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

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

Flights via Fort Lauderdale (FLL) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average layover time of 3h 23m.

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 August 18, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Delta, United Airlines, and American 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.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,981 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Morgan Rae,Aug 2025

BRU - JFK

Typically I choose delta because they do a great job but this time the flight attendant in my zone was very rude and didnt offer the same treatment as she did to others
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,981 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,981 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Morgan Rae,Aug 2025

BRU - JFK

Typically I choose delta because they do a great job but this time the flight attendant in my zone was very rude and didnt offer the same treatment as she did to others
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,925 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,981 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Morgan Rae,Aug 2025

BRU - JFK

Typically I choose delta because they do a great job but this time the flight attendant in my zone was very rude and didnt offer the same treatment as she did to others
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,981 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Morgan Rae,Aug 2025

BRU - JFK

Typically I choose delta because they do a great job but this time the flight attendant in my zone was very rude and didnt offer the same treatment as she did to others
JetBlue
7.2
Good
2,915 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,981 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Morgan Rae,Aug 2025

BRU - JFK

Typically I choose delta because they do a great job but this time the flight attendant in my zone was very rude and didnt offer the same treatment as she did to others
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,038 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,981 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Morgan Rae,Aug 2025

BRU - JFK

Typically I choose delta because they do a great job but this time the flight attendant in my zone was very rude and didnt offer the same treatment as she did to others

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 is 1 flight from Juan Santamaria Intl to Newark per day from 5 different airlines.

  • How popular is this San José, San José Province to Newark Airport flight route?

    This flight path from San José Juan Santamaria Intl to Newark was viewed by 20 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

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

    Departing from San José, San José Province to Newark Airport will take you 5h 03m. The distance between San José, San José Province and Newark Airport is about 2207 mi. Most flights are nonstop.

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

    Spirit Airlines, at $221, was found to be the cheapest airline from San José, San José Province to Newark Airport.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include United Airlines and Delta. Spirit Airlines is currently priced 48% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    Looking for the cheapest flight from San José, San José Province to Newark Airport? While on average our users pay $613, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $132. The most popular route (San José Juan Santamaria Intl - Newark), is priced around $182.

  • 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, San José Province to Newark Airport?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San José, San José Province to Newark Airport (average of $228). Flying from San José, San José Province to Newark Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $301). 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 5 airlines flying from San José to Newark

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from San José to Newark. 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 August 18, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$221Average$369FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
United AirlinesCheapest$259Average$514FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$260Average$399FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
JetBlueCheapest$270Average$405FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$275Average$434FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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