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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best round-trip flight from New York to San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport? If you want to travel next month, round-trip fares start from $294. Find the lowest prices on one-way and round-trip tickets right here.
San Jose.$294 per passenger.Departing Wed, May 6, returning Thu, May 14.Round-trip flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departing from New York Newark on Wed, May 6, arriving in San Jose Juan Santamaria.Inbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departing from San Jose Juan Santamaria on Thu, May 14, arriving in New York Newark.Price includes taxes and charges.From $294, select.
San Jose.$309 per passenger.Departing Wed, Jun 24, returning Wed, Aug 26.Round-trip flight with Arajet and Avianca.Outbound indirect flight with Arajet, departing from New York Newark on Wed, Jun 24, arriving in San Jose Juan Santamaria.Inbound indirect flight with Avianca, departing from San Jose Juan Santamaria on Wed, Aug 26, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Price includes taxes and charges.From $309, select.
San Jose.$316 per passenger.Departing Wed, Jun 17, returning Sat, Jun 27.Round-trip flight with Copa.Outbound indirect flight with Copa, departing from New York John F. Kennedy on Wed, Jun 17, arriving in San Jose Juan Santamaria.Inbound indirect flight with Copa, departing from San Jose Juan Santamaria on Sat, Jun 27, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Price includes taxes and charges.From $316, select.
San Jose.$323 per passenger.Departing Fri, May 29, returning Tue, Jun 9.Round-trip flight with Avianca and Arajet.Outbound indirect flight with Avianca, departing from New York John F. Kennedy on Fri, May 29, arriving in San Jose Juan Santamaria.Inbound indirect flight with Arajet, departing from San Jose Juan Santamaria on Tue, Jun 9, arriving in New York Newark.Price includes taxes and charges.From $323, select.
San Jose.$324 per passenger.Departing Thu, Sep 24, returning Wed, Sep 30.Round-trip flight with Avianca.Outbound indirect flight with Avianca, departing from New York John F. Kennedy on Thu, Sep 24, arriving in San Jose Juan Santamaria.Inbound indirect flight with Avianca, departing from San Jose Juan Santamaria on Wed, Sep 30, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Price includes taxes and charges.From $324, select.
San Jose.$325 per passenger.Departing Mon, Oct 19, returning Wed, Oct 28.Round-trip flight with jetBlue.Outbound indirect flight with jetBlue, departing from New York Newark on Mon, Oct 19, arriving in San Jose Juan Santamaria.Inbound indirect flight with jetBlue, departing from San Jose Juan Santamaria on Wed, Oct 28, arriving in New York Newark.Price includes taxes and charges.From $325, select.
San Jose.$335 per passenger.Departing Thu, May 14, returning Wed, Jul 15.Round-trip flight with Avianca.Outbound indirect flight with Avianca, departing from New York John F. Kennedy on Thu, May 14, arriving in San Jose Juan Santamaria.Inbound indirect flight with Avianca, departing from San Jose Juan Santamaria on Wed, Jul 15, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Price includes taxes and charges.From $335, select.
San Jose.$336 per passenger.Departing Thu, Jul 30, returning Wed, Aug 5.Round-trip flight with Avianca.Outbound indirect flight with Avianca, departing from New York John F. Kennedy on Thu, Jul 30, arriving in San Jose Juan Santamaria.Inbound indirect flight with Avianca, departing from San Jose Juan Santamaria on Wed, Aug 5, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Price includes taxes and charges.From $336, select.
San Jose.$336 per passenger.Departing Mon, Jul 20, returning Wed, Jul 29.Round-trip flight with Avianca.Outbound indirect flight with Avianca, departing from New York John F. Kennedy on Mon, Jul 20, arriving in San Jose Juan Santamaria.Inbound indirect flight with Avianca, departing from San Jose Juan Santamaria on Wed, Jul 29, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Price includes taxes and charges.From $336, select.
San Jose.$336 per passenger.Departing Mon, Nov 16, returning Wed, Nov 25.Round-trip flight with Avianca.Outbound indirect flight with Avianca, departing from New York John F. Kennedy on Mon, Nov 16, arriving in San Jose Juan Santamaria.Inbound indirect flight with Avianca, departing from San Jose Juan Santamaria on Wed, Nov 25, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Price includes taxes and charges.From $336, select.
San Jose.$336 per passenger.Departing Mon, Aug 17, returning Fri, Aug 28.Round-trip flight with Avianca.Outbound indirect flight with Avianca, departing from New York John F. Kennedy on Mon, Aug 17, arriving in San Jose Juan Santamaria.Inbound indirect flight with Avianca, departing from San Jose Juan Santamaria on Fri, Aug 28, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Price includes taxes and charges.From $336, select.
San Jose.$337 per passenger.Departing Thu, Sep 17, returning Thu, Oct 1.Round-trip flight with Avianca.Outbound indirect flight with Avianca, departing from New York John F. Kennedy on Thu, Sep 17, arriving in San Jose Juan Santamaria.Inbound indirect flight with Avianca, departing from San Jose Juan Santamaria on Thu, Oct 1, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Price includes taxes and charges.From $337, select.
San Jose.$339 per passenger.Departing Fri, Oct 30, returning Thu, Nov 12.Round-trip flight with Avianca.Outbound indirect flight with Avianca, departing from New York John F. Kennedy on Fri, Oct 30, arriving in San Jose Juan Santamaria.Inbound indirect flight with Avianca, departing from San Jose Juan Santamaria on Thu, Nov 12, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Price includes taxes and charges.From $339, select.
San Jose.$339 per passenger.Departing Mon, Jun 15, returning Sun, Jul 5.Round-trip flight with Spirit Airlines and Viva.Outbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departing from New York LaGuardia on Mon, Jun 15, arriving in San Jose Juan Santamaria.Inbound indirect flight with Viva, departing from San Jose Juan Santamaria on Sun, Jul 5, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Price includes taxes and charges.From $339, select.
San Jose.$345 per passenger.Departing Thu, Apr 30, returning Sun, May 10.Round-trip flight with Copa.Outbound indirect flight with Copa, departing from New York John F. Kennedy on Thu, Apr 30, arriving in San Jose Juan Santamaria.Inbound indirect flight with Copa, departing from San Jose Juan Santamaria on Sun, May 10, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Price includes taxes and charges.From $345, select.
San Jose.$347 per passenger.Departing Thu, Apr 30, returning Sun, Jun 7.Round-trip flight with Copa.Outbound indirect flight with Copa, departing from New York John F. Kennedy on Thu, Apr 30, arriving in San Jose Juan Santamaria.Inbound indirect flight with Copa, departing from San Jose Juan Santamaria on Sun, Jun 7, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Price includes taxes and charges.From $347, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from New York to San Jose Juan Santamaria

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like New York to San Jose Juan Santamaria flights are currently cheapest in May.
Apr
from $376
May
from $294
Jun
from $316
Jul
from $336
Aug
from $336
Sep
from $324
Oct
from $325
Nov
from $336
Dec
from $352
Jan
from $358
Feb
from $359
Mar
from $369

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New York to San Jose Juan Santamaria: Alternative routes

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New York to San Jose: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found$294
Cheapest month to flyMay
Average flight time5 hrs, 24 mins
Most popular airlineUnited
Average flights per week24

Finding cheap flights from New York to San Jose Juan Santamaria: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a round-trip flight from New York to San Jose Juan Santamaria is $294. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
5 hours and 23 minutes is the average flight time from New York to San Jose Juan Santamaria.
United and jetBlue fly direct from New York to San Jose Juan Santamaria.
There are 24 flights per week flying from New York to San Jose Juan Santamaria, as of April 2026.
The cheapest month to fly from New York to San Jose Juan Santamaria is usually May.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from New York to San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport on Wednesday, May 6, 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 5 hours and 23 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to San Jose Juan Santamaria but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar, and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to San Jose is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Traveling from New York to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO): What you need to know

  • Start your vacation planning by considering where you'll board your flight from New York to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO). New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) and Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) are the two main airports in New York.

  • Around 5 hours 20 minutes is how long you can expect to be traveling on a direct New York to Juan Santamaria International Airport flight.

  • Juan Santamaria International Airport is located in San Jose. The city is in the UTC-6 timezone and is one hour behind New York.

  • The busiest route is from New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO). You can pick from 6 direct services each week. JetBlue Airways operates a 9:30am departure between JFK and SJO.

  • Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Be at the airport on time to board your flight from New York to SJO.

  • July is a busy month for traveling. If you're taking off then or around a major holiday like Thanksgiving or Christmas, turn up even earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and as much as four hours for international journeys.

Airports in New York

New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)

  • You can book a direct flight from New York to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) departing from New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK).

  • JetBlue Airways is a popular carrier that offers direct flights from New York to Juan Santamaria International Airport departing from JFK.

  • JetBlue is the airline most travelers choose for flights from JFK to SJO.

  • With 71.01% of services arriving as scheduled, jetBlue is the best performing carrier for punctuality on this route.

  • We make it easy to book cheap flights from New York to SJO that include a stopover. To explore all the options leaving from New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, select a flight with a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Popular stopovers between JFK and SJO include:

    • Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL)

    • El Salvador International Airport (SAL)

    • Ramon Villeda Morales International Airport (SAP)

  • Traveling from central New York to JFK takes around 50 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 24 kilometers in 45 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.

  • In search of a convenient hotel near New York John F. Kennedy International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from New York to Juan Santamaria International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping conveniently close to check-in:

  • When it comes to the on-time performance of New York John F. Kennedy International Airport, 73% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.

  • You'll find JFK at JFK Airport.

Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)

  • Consider beginning your travels from Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR). You can book a direct New York to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) plane ticket with departures from this hub.

  • Take a direct flight from New York to SJO with United Airlines. This is one of the main airlines flying this route out of EWR.

  • On the EWR to SJO route, United is the go-to airline for most travelers on this route.

  • The most reliable carrier is United. Its Newark Liberty International Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport flights land as scheduled 76.15% of the time.

  • Add a little extra to your vacation with a stopover on your flight from New York to Juan Santamaria International Airport. Here's where you can connect between Newark Liberty International Airport and SJO:

    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport (ATL)

    • Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT)

    • Miami International Airport (MIA)

  • You can get to EWR from central New York in approximately 35 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport takes roughly 1 hour to cover the 24 kilometers or so.

  • Start your vacation sooner with an additional night away from home. Before your New York to SJO flight, unwind in one of these hotels near Newark Liberty International Airport:

  • Newark Liberty International Airport has an on-time performance of 71%. This figure shows how frequently flights that take off from this airport land on schedule.

  • You'll find EWR at Building 1, Conrad Road.

New York LaGuardia Airport (LGA)

  • Lock in a plane ticket from New York to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) out of New York LaGuardia Airport (LGA) with one or more stops. Popular stopovers between LGA and SJO are:

    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport (ATL)

    • Orlando International Airport (MCO)

    • Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL)

  • The journey to LGA from central New York is around 55 minutes on public transport. If you're planning to travel by car, it'll take you roughly 30 minutes to cover the 13 kilometers or so.

  • Sleep a little longer and still make your New York to Juan Santamaria International Airport flight with plenty of time to spare. These accommodation options near New York LaGuardia Airport make getting to the terminal a breeze if you're jetting off early:

  • Flights that leave from LGA make it to their destination within the expected time frame 69% of the time.

  • New York LaGuardia Airport is located at Hangar 7 Center.

About Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)

Getting from Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) to central San Jose

  • From Juan Santamaria International Airport, central San Jose is around 18 kilometers away. It takes about 25 minutes to get to the city center by car.

  • Traveling on public transport will take you roughly 1 hour.

How to find the cheapest flights from New York to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)

  • The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from New York to Juan Santamaria International Airport is $120. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $294. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares could change.

  • To find cheap flights from New York to SJO, book ahead. Airlines generally offer lower prices when tickets are first released.

  • Cheap New York to Juan Santamaria International Airport tickets are easier to find if your travel dates are flexible. Try using the 'Whole month' tool to compare fares throughout the month and then choose the cheapest day.

  • Save time looking for cheap plane tickets from New York to SJO by setting up a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or push notification on the app when a new discounted fare appears.

  • Filters make it easier to save some cash on your flight from New York to Juan Santamaria International Airport. Pick the airlines, flight times and stops that make sense for you. Then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to find the lowest price right away.

The best time to fly from New York to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)

  • January is the most popular month for flights from New York to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO). Plan your visit to San Jose in December if you prefer a quieter experience.

  • The warmest month in San Jose is March, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Lock in your New York to SJO plane ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.

  • January has temperatures of between 11ºC (52ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF). Look for cheap tickets from New York to Juan Santamaria International Airport around that time if you like traveling in cooler conditions.

More about San Jose

  • When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best stays in San Jose right here. Check out these options after you've booked your flight from New York to Juan Santamaria International Airport:

  • National Park (Parque Nacional) and Central Park (Parque Central) are just the start of the top attractions to add to your San Jose travel itinerary. Keep the sightseeing going at Precolumbian Gold Museum.

Explore more of Costa Rica

  • You've seen San Jose, now it's time to explore other parts of Costa Rica. Travel around 129 kilometers east to Limon to tick off its leading attractions. From Veragua Rainforest Park to Playa Bonita and Playa Los Baños, there's plenty to keep you busy.

  • If you're interested in discovering another great destination in Costa Rica, consider Liberia, roughly 153 kilometers northwest of San Jose. Museo de Guanacaste, Mirador de Liberia and Catarata oropendola are among its highlights.

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