San José

$128+ Cheap flights from New York State to San José (SJO)

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JFK — SJO
Jul 30 — Aug 61
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Cheap flight deals from New York to San José

Keep the following information in mind while searching for New York to San José flight deals. Data was last updated July 25, 2025.

Round-trip from

$250
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$128
(FlightHub)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$499

Good round-trip deal

$314 or less

Good one-way deal

$157 or less
From New York to San José Juan Santamaria Intl
One-way flight from New York to San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 11% potential increase in price ($60 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 5% potential price decrease ($24 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in July 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from New York to San José Juan Santamaria Intl.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from New York to San José Juan Santamaria Intl.

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Cheapest flights from New York to San José
Explore the most affordable flight options available from New York to San José. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 25, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/23. 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 8/146:59 pmHPN - SJO
2 stops18h 56mAmerican Airlines
Thu 8/212:40 pmSJO - HPN
2 stops18h 48mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/23$250
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/22. 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 8/56:00 amLGA - SJO
1 stop7h 11mSpirit Airlines
Wed 8/1312:18 pmSJO - LGA
1 stop9h 02mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/22$263
This JetBlue deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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.
Fri 9/269:41 amJFK - SJO
Nonstop5h 19mJetBlue
Sun 10/122:07 pmSJO - JFK
Nonstop5h 03mJetBlue
Deal found 7/24$263
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/23. 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.
Mon 9/89:05 amLGA - SJO
1 stop12h 37mAmerican Airlines
Wed 9/177:27 amSJO - LGA
1 stop9h 32mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/23$264
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/22. 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 8/1411:20 amJFK - SJO
1 stop6h 50mAvianca
Wed 8/2010:45 pmSJO - JFK
1 stop9h 15mAvianca
Deal found 7/22$264
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/23. 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.
Sun 9/147:36 amJFK - SJO
1 stop14h 06mAmerican Airlines
Thu 9/2512:12 pmSJO - JFK
2 stops17h 57mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/23$266
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/22. 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 8/57:55 pmLGA - SJO
1 stop17h 16mMultiple Airlines
Tue 8/127:30 amSJO - LGA
1 stop13h 41mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/22$268
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/21. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/196:30 amLGA - SJO
1 stop14h 25mSouthwest
Wed 9/108:50 amSJO - LGA
2 stops11h 25mSouthwest
Deal found 7/21$278
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/23. 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 8/75:45 amEWR - SJO
1 stop7h 26mSpirit Airlines
Sat 8/1612:18 pmSJO - EWR
1 stop9h 34mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/23$286
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/22. 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 12/25:45 amJFK - SJO
1 stop8h 50mMultiple Airlines
Sun 12/78:10 amSJO - JFK
1 stop17h 49mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/22$287
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/296:00 amSYR - SJO
1 stop7h 48mDelta
Wed 12/172:17 pmSJO - SYR
1 stop8h 38mDelta
Deal found 7/24$296
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/22. 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.
Tue 8/197:35 amBUF - SJO
1 stop7h 20mAmerican Airlines
Thu 8/282:15 pmSJO - BUF
1 stop7h 54mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/22$296

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Customize your flight search to find flights from New York 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 July 25, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from New York State to San José that are best for you.

Fly from

New York

Fly to

San José

Route

Depart

Return

Price

White PlainsSan José

HPN - SJO

HPNSJO

White Plains Westchester County

Thu 8/14

6:59 pm-11:55 am

2 stops18h 56m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 8/21

2:40 pm-11:28 am

2 stops18h 48m

$250

New YorkSan José

LGA - SJO

LGASJO

New York LaGuardia

Tue 8/5

6:00 am-11:11 am

1 stop7h 11m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 8/13

12:18 pm-11:20 pm

1 stop9h 02m

$263

New YorkSan José

JFK - SJO

JFKSJO

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 9/26

9:41 am-1:00 pm

Nonstop5h 19m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 10/12

2:07 pm-9:10 pm

Nonstop5h 03m

$263

New YorkSan José

JFK - SJO

JFKSJO

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 8/14

11:20 am-4:10 pm

1 stop6h 50m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 8/20

10:45 pm-10:00 am

1 stop9h 15m

$264

New YorkSan José

LGA - SJO

LGASJO

New York LaGuardia

Mon 9/8

9:05 am-7:42 pm

1 stop12h 37m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 9/17

7:27 am-6:59 pm

1 stop9h 32m

$264

New YorkSan José

JFK - SJO

JFKSJO

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 9/14

7:36 am-7:42 pm

1 stop14h 06m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 9/25

12:12 pm-8:09 am

2 stops17h 57m

$266

New YorkSan José

LGA - SJO

LGASJO

New York LaGuardia

Tue 8/5

7:55 pm-11:11 am

1 stop17h 16m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 8/12

7:30 am-11:11 pm

1 stop13h 41m

$268

New YorkSan José

LGA - SJO

LGASJO

New York LaGuardia

Tue 8/19

6:30 am-6:55 pm

1 stop14h 25m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 9/10

8:50 am-10:15 pm

2 stops11h 25m

$278

NewarkSan José

EWR - SJO

EWRSJO

Newark

Thu 8/7

5:45 am-11:11 am

1 stop7h 26m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 8/16

12:18 pm-11:52 pm

1 stop9h 34m

$286

New YorkSan José

JFK - SJO

JFKSJO

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 12/2

5:45 am-1:35 pm

1 stop8h 50m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 12/7

8:10 am-2:59 am

1 stop17h 49m

$287

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

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

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

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from State of New York to San José, San José Province (average of $398). Flying from State of New York 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 NY to SJO?

Find hourly flight availability from New York 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 July 25, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from State of New York to San José, San José Province as you normally would.

Weekly flight availability from State of New York to San José, San José Province

Explore weekly flight availability from New York to San José. 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 July 25, 2025.

The most flights from USNY to SJO are scheduled on a Thursday (3 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (1 on average).

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from State of New York 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 July 25, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Southwest, Delta, and LATAM Airlines from New York State to San José to help guide your decision. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.
8.0
Very good

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.

Related info for your journey

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

    Most people fly into San José Juan Santamaria Intl (SJO) if they book a flight to San José from New York. Juan Santamaria Intl is conveniently located just 8.8 mi from San José’s city center.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Spirit Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $128. Avianca flights start at $128 while deals on Delta start at $132 one-way.

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

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

    While on average a flight from State of New York to San José, San José Province is generally $325, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $123. When looking at the most popular route, (New York John F Kennedy Intl - San José Juan Santamaria Intl), you can expect to pay $238 for that flight.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from New York 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 State of New York to San José, San José Province?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from State of New York to San José, San José Province (average of $398). Flying from State of New York 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 8 airlines flying from New York to San José

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from New York 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 July 25, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
AviancaCheapest$153Average$349FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Copa AirlinesCheapest$179Average$541FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
DeltaCheapest$226Average$607FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$242Average$568FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
JetBlueCheapest$249Average$548FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$257Average$434FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
United AirlinesCheapest$338Average$746FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$470Average$711FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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