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$116+ Cheap flights from LaGuardia, NY (LGA) to San José (SJO)

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LGA — SJO
Aug 19 — Aug 261
Tue 8/19
Tue 8/26
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from LaGuardia to San José

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from LaGuardia (LGA) to San José (SJO). 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 14, 2025.

Round-trip from

$242
(Cheapflightsfares)

One-way from

$116
(American Airlines)

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$718
From New York LaGuardia to San José Juan Santamaria Intl
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Cheapest flights from LaGuardia to San José
Explore the most affordable flight options available from LaGuardia to San José. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on August 14, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/610:05 amLGA - SJO
2 stops11h 37mAmerican Airlines
Wed 9/106:00 amSJO - LGA
2 stops12h 06mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/14$242
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/286:02 amLGA - SJO
1 stop7h 10mSpirit Airlines
Thu 9/412:19 pmSJO - LGA
1 stop9h 06mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/12$244
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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.
Sat 8/307:34 pmLGA - SJO
1 stop16h 58mSpirit Airlines
Tue 9/1612:19 pmSJO - LGA
1 stop9h 06mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/14$245
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/96:00 amLGA - SJO
1 stop7h 14mMultiple Airlines
Fri 10/37:30 amSJO - LGA
1 stop10h 59mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/12$246
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/316:02 amLGA - SJO
1 stop7h 10mSpirit Airlines
Thu 9/412:19 pmSJO - LGA
1 stop9h 06mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/12$247
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/306:00 amLGA - SJO
1 stop14h 16mAmerican Airlines
Fri 11/71:23 pmSJO - LGA
1 stop8h 58mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/12$248
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/108:49 amLGA - SJO
2 stops28h 25mSpirit Airlines
Wed 9/1712:19 pmSJO - LGA
1 stop9h 06mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/12$251
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/11. 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 9/1011:00 amLGA - SJO
2 stops10h 42mAmerican Airlines
Wed 9/176:00 amSJO - LGA
2 stops12h 06mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/11$252
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/48:00 amLGA - SJO
1 stop13h 42mAmerican Airlines
Mon 9/86:00 amSJO - LGA
1 stop11h 58mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/13$253
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/127:22 pmLGA - SJO
1 stop19h 23mAmerican Airlines
Tue 9/166:00 amSJO - LGA
1 stop10h 51mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/13$254
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/126:00 amLGA - SJO
1 stop7h 14mSpirit Airlines
Tue 9/1612:19 pmSJO - LGA
1 stop9h 06mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/12$255
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/2710:00 amLGA - SJO
1 stop11h 02mAmerican Airlines
Thu 12/48:05 amSJO - LGA
1 stop9h 49mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/13$256

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Customize your flight search to find flights from LaGuardia to San José 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 August 14, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from New York LaGuardia Airport to San José that are best for you.

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LaGuardia

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San José

Route

Depart

Return

Price

New YorkSan José

LGA - SJO

LGASJO

New York LaGuardia

Wed 9/3

6:02 am-11:12 am

1 stop7h 10m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 9/8

12:19 pm-11:25 pm

1 stop9h 06m

$242

New YorkSan José

LGA - SJO

LGASJO

New York LaGuardia

Sat 9/6

10:05 am-7:42 pm

2 stops11h 37m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 9/10

6:00 am-8:06 pm

2 stops12h 06m

$242

New YorkSan José

LGA - SJO

LGASJO

New York LaGuardia

Sat 9/13

6:00 am-11:14 am

1 stop7h 14m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 9/20

12:19 pm-11:25 pm

1 stop9h 06m

$242

New YorkSan José

LGA - SJO

LGASJO

New York LaGuardia

Wed 9/10

6:00 am-11:14 am

1 stop7h 14m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 9/24

12:19 pm-11:25 pm

1 stop9h 06m

$242

New YorkSan José

LGA - SJO

LGASJO

New York LaGuardia

Sat 8/30

7:34 pm-10:32 am

1 stop16h 58m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 9/6

12:19 pm-11:25 pm

1 stop9h 06m

$245

New YorkSan José

LGA - SJO

LGASJO

New York LaGuardia

Sat 8/30

7:34 pm-10:32 am

1 stop16h 58m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 9/16

12:19 pm-11:25 pm

1 stop9h 06m

$245

New YorkSan José

LGA - SJO

LGASJO

New York LaGuardia

Tue 9/9

6:00 am-11:14 am

1 stop7h 14m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 10/3

7:30 am-8:29 pm

1 stop10h 59m

$246

New YorkSan José

LGA - SJO

LGASJO

New York LaGuardia

Thu 9/4

6:30 am-3:13 pm

1 stop10h 43m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 9/9

12:19 pm-11:25 pm

1 stop9h 06m

$247

New YorkSan José

LGA - SJO

LGASJO

New York LaGuardia

Thu 9/11

6:30 am-3:13 pm

1 stop10h 43m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 9/16

12:19 pm-11:25 pm

1 stop9h 06m

$247

New YorkSan José

LGA - SJO

LGASJO

New York LaGuardia

Fri 10/31

8:20 pm-10:25 am

1 stop16h 05m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 11/7

8:45 am-11:14 pm

1 stop13h 29m

$248

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Best time to book a flight from LaGuardia to San José

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Everything you need to know about your flight from New York LaGuardia Airport to San José

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York LaGuardia Airport to San José, San José Province (average of $398). Flying from New York LaGuardia Airport to San José, San José Province in March is currently the most expensive (average of $555). 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 LGA to SJO?

Find hourly flight availability from LaGuardia to San José. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated August 14, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from New York LaGuardia Airport to San José, San José Province is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are at noon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the afternoon could potentially save you up to 37% on airfare.

What is the cheapest day to fly from New York LaGuardia Airport to San José, San José Province?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from LaGuardia to San José. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their New York LaGuardia Airport to San José, San José Province flight should consider departing on Tuesday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday 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 New York LaGuardia Airport to San José, San José Province?

Reviews of airlines servicing San José

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San José. 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 San José. Reviews last updated August 14, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with American Airlines, JetBlue, and Spirit Airlines from New York LaGuardia Airport to San José have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

7.5

Entertainment

6.9

Overall

7.2

Comfort

7.2

Food

6.5

Crew

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Aug 2025

MIA - DCA

Flight delayed 5 hours and was told it was due to mechanical issues. Instead of providing lodging due to missed connecting flight, American changed the cause of delay to weather, which meant they were not able required to provide a hotel. To make matters worse, one of our checked bags was lost even though its status said it was “by the plane” but no one at the service desk seemed able to locate it.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

7.5

Entertainment

6.9

Overall

7.2

Comfort

7.2

Food

6.5

Crew

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Aug 2025

MIA - DCA

Flight delayed 5 hours and was told it was due to mechanical issues. Instead of providing lodging due to missed connecting flight, American changed the cause of delay to weather, which meant they were not able required to provide a hotel. To make matters worse, one of our checked bags was lost even though its status said it was “by the plane” but no one at the service desk seemed able to locate it.
JetBlue
7.2
Good
2,913 reviews
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

7.5

Entertainment

6.9

Overall

7.2

Comfort

7.2

Food

6.5

Crew

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Aug 2025

MIA - DCA

Flight delayed 5 hours and was told it was due to mechanical issues. Instead of providing lodging due to missed connecting flight, American changed the cause of delay to weather, which meant they were not able required to provide a hotel. To make matters worse, one of our checked bags was lost even though its status said it was “by the plane” but no one at the service desk seemed able to locate it.
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,046 reviews
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

7.5

Entertainment

6.9

Overall

7.2

Comfort

7.2

Food

6.5

Crew

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Aug 2025

MIA - DCA

Flight delayed 5 hours and was told it was due to mechanical issues. Instead of providing lodging due to missed connecting flight, American changed the cause of delay to weather, which meant they were not able required to provide a hotel. To make matters worse, one of our checked bags was lost even though its status said it was “by the plane” but no one at the service desk seemed able to locate it.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from LaGuardia to San José. 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 into for flights to San José from New York LaGuardia?

    Located just 8.8 mi from the city center, San José Juan Santamaria Intl is the airport most travelers will use when flying to San José from New York LaGuardia. Booking flights from New York LaGuardia to Juan Santamaria Intl (SJO) should be relatively easy as there are 0 daily inbound flights from New York LaGuardia from 3 different airlines.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from New York LaGuardia Airport to San José, San José Province is Spirit Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $258 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are JetBlue and American Airlines, starting at $287 and $307 round-trip. Spirit Airlines is 50% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from LaGuardia to San José 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 New York LaGuardia Airport to San José, San José Province?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York LaGuardia Airport to San José, San José Province (average of $398). Flying from New York LaGuardia Airport to San José, San José Province in March is currently the most expensive (average of $555). 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 3 airlines flying from LaGuardia to San José

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from LaGuardia to San José. 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 14, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$258Average$480FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
JetBlueCheapest$287Average$681FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$307Average$520FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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