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$144+ 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 3/17. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SJO — EWR
Feb 18 — Feb 251
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap 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 January 19, 2026.
Most accurate provider | Mytrip 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | Mytrip 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $240 (American Airlines) |
One-way from | $144 (United Airlines) |
Popular in | July |
Cheapest in | October |
Average price | $391 |
Good round-trip deal | $339 or less |
Good one-way deal | $238 or less |
Find flight deals from San José to Newark
Cheapest flights from San José to NewarkExplore 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 January 19, 2026.
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 January 19, 2026.
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/18. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 2/123:59 pm
SJO
- EWR
1 stop8h 00m
American Airlines
Tue 2/177:10 am
EWR
- SJO
1 stop14h 02m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/18![American Airlines logo]()
$240
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/18. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 2/131:31 pm
SJO
- EWR
1 stop9h 27m
Spirit Airlines
Tue 2/175:00 am
EWR
- SJO
1 stop7h 40m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 1/18![Spirit Airlines logo]()
$242
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/17. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 1/237:09 am
SJO
- EWR
1 stop14h 50m
American Airlines
Wed 1/288:00 am
EWR
- SJO
2 stops15h 30m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/17![American Airlines logo]()
$244
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/18. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 1/227:09 am
SJO
- EWR
2 stops13h 51m
American Airlines
Sun 1/257:00 am
EWR
- SJO
1 stop16h 30m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/18![American Airlines logo]()
$245
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/18. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 2/131:31 pm
SJO
- EWR
1 stop9h 27m
Spirit Airlines
Wed 2/185:00 am
EWR
- SJO
1 stop7h 40m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 1/18![Spirit Airlines logo]()
$246
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/17. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 1/237:09 am
SJO
- EWR
1 stop14h 50m
American Airlines
Thu 1/297:00 am
EWR
- SJO
1 stop16h 30m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/17![American Airlines logo]()
$247
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/18. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 2/253:59 pm
SJO
- EWR
2 stops19h 31m
American Airlines
Wed 3/186:29 pm
EWR
- SJO
1 stop16h 56m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/18![American Airlines logo]()
$248
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/17. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 2/51:30 pm
SJO
- EWR
1 stop9h 28m
Spirit Airlines
Mon 2/95:00 am
EWR
- SJO
1 stop7h 37m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 1/17![Spirit Airlines logo]()
$249
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/17. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 2/121:31 pm
SJO
- EWR
1 stop9h 27m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 2/195:00 am
EWR
- SJO
1 stop11h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/17![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$250
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/17. 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 Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/165:30 am
SJO
- EWR
1 stop27h 28m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 3/308:40 pm
EWR
- SJO
1 stop15h 31m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/17![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$251
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/17. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 2/119:05 am
SJO
- EWR
Nonstop5h 13m
United Airlines
Wed 2/187:45 pm
EWR
- SJO
1 stop18h 11m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/17![United Airlines logo]()
$252
Cheapflights Fare Finder
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 January 19, 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
Return
Price
San JoséNewark
SJO - EWR
SJOEWR
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Wed 4/22
7:15 am-2:33 pm
Nonstop5h 18m
Newark
Sun 4/26
5:00 pm-8:19 pm
Nonstop5h 19m
$257
San JoséNewark
SJO - EWR
SJOEWR
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Fri 5/1
7:55 am-10:57 am
1 stop25h 02m
Newark
Wed 5/6
8:21 am-11:38 am
Nonstop5h 17m
$263
San JoséNewark
SJO - EWR
SJOEWR
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Tue 2/17
1:31 pm-11:58 pm
1 stop9h 27m
Newark
Tue 2/24
5:45 am-12:22 pm
1 stop7h 37m
$292
San JoséNewark
SJO - EWR
SJOEWR
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Wed 2/25
11:28 pm-5:31 am
Nonstop5h 03m
Newark
Mon 3/2
7:07 am-11:30 am
Nonstop5h 23m
$297
San JoséNewark
SJO - EWR
SJOEWR
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Thu 2/19
11:28 pm-5:31 am
Nonstop5h 03m
Newark
Tue 2/24
3:31 pm-7:53 pm
Nonstop5h 22m
$297
San JoséNewark
SJO - EWR
SJOEWR
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Mon 2/9
2:05 pm-10:26 am
1 stop19h 21m
Newark
Mon 2/23
7:07 am-11:30 am
Nonstop5h 23m
$324
San JoséNewark
SJO - EWR
SJOEWR
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Thu 5/7
12:44 pm-8:07 pm
Nonstop5h 23m
Newark
Tue 5/12
8:35 pm-12:21 pm
1 stop17h 46m
$330
San JoséNewark
SJO - EWR
SJOEWR
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Wed 4/15
7:15 am-2:33 pm
Nonstop5h 18m
Newark
Wed 4/22
8:21 am-11:38 am
Nonstop5h 17m
$330
San JoséNewark
SJO - EWR
SJOEWR
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Thu 5/7
12:44 pm-8:07 pm
Nonstop5h 23m
Newark
Wed 5/13
8:35 pm-12:21 pm
1 stop17h 46m
$330
San JoséNewark
SJO - EWR
SJOEWR
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Wed 3/18
1:05 pm-12:28 am
1 stop9h 23m
Newark
Mon 3/23
3:31 pm-6:53 pm
Nonstop5h 22m
$335
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Compare providers for flights from San José to Newark
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 January.
| Provider | Price Accuracy | Trust Score* |
|---|---|---|
| Price Accuracy2 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*1 star | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*2 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy2 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars |
- Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on San José-Newark Airport flights, users find the pricing of Mytrip to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. Mytrip Users can find the same prices on San José-Newark Airport flight deals on Cheapflights vs. Mytrip >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 Mytrip the most. Mytrip 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.
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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 January 16, 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 35 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 $174). Flying from San José to Newark Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $281). 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 January 19, 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 often are flights from San José to Newark delayed?
About 12% of weekly flights between San José and Newark have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 161 minutes.
What is the most punctual flight time for San José to Newark flights?
Historically, flights departing in the morning are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the early afternoon tend to experience delays more often.
What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?
Friday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Saturday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.
Which airline has the best punctuality record on San José to Newark flights?
Over the last year, United Airlines have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 12% of flights being delayed.
What’s the top layover airport for flights from San José to Newark Airport?
Share of 1-stop round-trip flights from San José 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 50% of 1-stop itineraries from San José to Newark Airport on Cheapflights.
What’s the cheapest layover airport for flights from San José to Newark Airport?
Average round-trip fare for 1-stop flights from San José 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 to Newark Airport?
Shortest average travel time for 1-stop one-way flights from San José 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: 8h 37m.
Which airport typically offers the quickest layover for flights from San José to Newark Airport?
Average layover duration for 1-stop one-way flights from San José 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 2h 10m.
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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 January 19, 2026.
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.
Boarding
8.1
Food
7.2
Comfort
7.9
Crew
8.5
Entertainment
7.8
Overall
7.9
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentSally,Oct 2025
ATH - JFK
Boarding
8.1
Food
7.2
Comfort
7.9
Crew
8.5
Entertainment
7.8
Overall
7.9
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentSally,Oct 2025
ATH - JFK
Boarding
8.1
Food
7.2
Comfort
7.9
Crew
8.5
Entertainment
7.8
Overall
7.9
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentSally,Oct 2025
ATH - JFK
Boarding
8.1
Food
7.2
Comfort
7.9
Crew
8.5
Entertainment
7.8
Overall
7.9
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentSally,Oct 2025
ATH - JFK
Boarding
8.1
Food
7.2
Comfort
7.9
Crew
8.5
Entertainment
7.8
Overall
7.9
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentSally,Oct 2025
ATH - JFK
Boarding
8.1
Food
7.2
Comfort
7.9
Crew
8.5
Entertainment
7.8
Overall
7.9
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentSally,Oct 2025
ATH - JFK
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$180 | Average$375 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time62% | |
| Cheapest$194 | Average$296 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time65% | |
| Cheapest$222 | Average$421 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$240 | Average$388 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$244 | Average$447 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% | |
| Cheapest$249 | Average$410 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time62% |