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$95+ Cheap flights from New Jersey to Costa Rica

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 2/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
EWR — SJO
Nov 9 — Nov 161
Sat 11/9
Sat 11/16
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from New Jersey to Costa Rica
Explore the most affordable flight options available from New Jersey to Costa Rica. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on November 4, 2024.

This FareScan deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. 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 FareScan is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/510:59 amLGA - SJO
1 stop14h 54mSpirit Airlines
Mon 12/912:23 pmSJO - LGA
2 stops31h 01mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 11/3$285
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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 Copa Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/152:35 pmJFK - SJO
1 stop18h 00mCopa Airlines
Sun 11/176:10 pmSJO - JFK
1 stop17h 47mCopa Airlines
Deal found 11/4$286
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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.
Sat 11/97:25 pmLGA - SJO
1 stop18h 31mUnited Airlines
Sat 11/1612:35 pmSJO - LGA
1 stop9h 39mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/4$298
This JetBlue deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/2. 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.
Mon 12/95:28 pmJFK - SJO
Nonstop5h 20mJetBlue
Wed 12/1811:57 pmSJO - JFK
Nonstop5h 02mJetBlue
Deal found 11/2$298
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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 11/156:30 amJFK - SJO
1 stop15h 25mAmerican Airlines
Wed 11/202:50 pmSJO - JFK
2 stops16h 09mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/4$303
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. 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.
Sun 12/81:09 amJFK - SJO
1 stop7h 59mMultiple Airlines
Mon 12/164:50 pmSJO - JFK
1 stop7h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/3$307
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Wed 11/205:12 amEWR - SJO
1 stop8h 14mSpirit Airlines
Mon 12/91:49 amSJO - EWR
1 stop7h 39mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 11/3$310
This FareScan deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. 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 FareScan is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/53:25 pmPHL - SJO
1 stop10h 28mSpirit Airlines
Mon 12/912:23 pmSJO - PHL
2 stops32h 24mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 11/3$324
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/2. 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 12/55:10 amPHL - SJO
1 stop7h 18mMultiple Airlines
Tue 12/101:24 pmSJO - PHL
1 stop24h 34mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/2$325
This JetBlue deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. 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.
Thu 12/129:55 amJFK - LIR
Nonstop5h 30mJetBlue
Sat 12/214:35 pmLIR - JFK
Nonstop5h 09mJetBlue
Deal found 11/3$332
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. 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 11/106:00 amLGA - SJO
1 stop7h 15mAmerican Airlines
Sat 11/166:30 amSJO - LGA
1 stop13h 30mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/3$339
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/2. 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 11/125:50 amEWR - SJO
1 stop9h 30mAmerican Airlines
Sat 11/166:30 amSJO - EWR
1 stop12h 04mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/2$339

Find flights from New Jersey to Costa Rica within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from New Jersey to Costa Rica 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 2,455,398 searches. Data last updated November 4, 2024.

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PhiladelphiaSan José

PHL - SJO

PHLSJO

Philadelphia

Tue 12/31

7:20 am-11:41 am

2 stops29h 21m

$128

New YorkSan José

JFK - SJO

JFKSJO

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 2/2

5:45 am-1:35 pm

1 stop8h 50m

$142

New YorkSan José

JFK - SJO

JFKSJO

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 2/2

5:28 pm-9:47 pm

Nonstop5h 19m

$143

NewarkSan José

EWR - SJO

EWRSJO

Newark

Sun 11/17

6:48 am-1:17 pm

1 stop31h 29m

$144

New YorkSan José

JFK - SJO

JFKSJO

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 11/24

2:35 pm-7:25 am

1 stop17h 50m

$146

New YorkSan José

LGA - SJO

LGASJO

New York LaGuardia

Mon 1/20

10:36 am-8:50 pm

1 stop11h 14m

$147

New YorkSan José

JFK - SJO

JFKSJO

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 1/14

7:59 am-12:26 pm

3 stops29h 27m

$159

New YorkSan José

JFK - SJO

JFKSJO

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 1/7

1:19 am-12:21 pm

1 stop12h 02m

$160

NewarkSan José

EWR - SJO

EWRSJO

Newark

Tue 1/21

10:29 am-9:52 pm

1 stop12h 23m

$162

NewarkLiberia

EWR - LIR

EWRLIR

Newark

Tue 11/12

6:30 pm-2:30 pm

1 stop21h 00m

$187

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Best time to book a flight from New Jersey to Costa Rica

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Costa Rica from New Jersey with our price prediction graph.
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Travel insights for flights from New Jersey to Costa Rica

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from New Jersey to Costa Rica including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from New Jersey to Costa Rica?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Jersey to Costa Rica (average of $398). Flying from New Jersey to Costa Rica in July is currently the most expensive (average of $533). 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 NJ to CR?

Find hourly flight availability from New Jersey to Costa Rica. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated November 4, 2024.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from New Jersey to Costa Rica as you normally would.

Weekly flight availability from New Jersey to Costa Rica

Explore weekly flight availability from New Jersey to Costa Rica. 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 November 4, 2024.

The most flights from USNJ to CR0 are scheduled on a Saturday (2 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (1 on average).

Rainfall in Costa Rica by month

Plan your trip to Costa Rica by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Costa Rica ranges from 0.0 - 11.8 inches per month. September is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 11.8 in. February is typically the driest time to visit Costa Rica when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in Costa Rica by month

Plan your trip to Costa Rica by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Costa Rica, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, April is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 69.8 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 64.4 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Costa Rica

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Costa Rica. 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 Costa Rica. Reviews last updated November 4, 2024.
To help decide which airline to fly from New Jersey to Costa Rica, see what other customers have to say about American Airlines, Spirit Airlines and Avianca. 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.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,089 reviews

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,089 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,089 reviews

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,829 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,089 reviews

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,423 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,089 reviews

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

Copa Airlines
7.8
Good
1,869 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,089 reviews

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

SWISS
7.6
Good
1,646 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,089 reviews

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from New Jersey to Costa Rica. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • Can I find flights from New Jersey to Costa Rica for under $300 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from New Jersey to Costa Rica for under $300. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Spirit Airlines for just $273, but on average you can expect to pay $322.

  • Are there nonstop flights from New Jersey to Costa Rica for under $300 on Cheapflights?

    Cheapflights has at least 8 direct flights from New Jersey to Costa Rica under $300. A good price for a nonstop flight from New Jersey to Costa Rica is less than $446.

  • Are there last-minute flights available from New Jersey to Costa Rica for under $300?

    There are currently 20+ open flights from New Jersey to Costa Rica within the next 7 days for less than $300.

  • How popular is this New Jersey to Costa Rica flight route?

    Flights from New Jersey to Costa Rica have been viewed 38 times in the past calendar month.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from New Jersey to Costa Rica one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for American Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $95. Users have also found prices from $114 and $120 on Spirit Airlines and Delta, respectively.

  • What does EWR to SJO mean?

    Great question - EWR to SJO just means Newark Airport to San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport. Now you’ll know what these unique codes when you look for flights! Liberia Airport (LIR), Limon Airport (LIO), San José Tobias Bolanos Intl Airport (SYQ), Tamarindo Airport (TNO), Tortuquero Airport (TTQ) are other airports near this flight route and their unique identifiers/IATA codes.

  • Can I find deals for flights from New Jersey to Costa Rica that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your New Jersey to Costa Rica flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from New Jersey to Costa Rica with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter New Jersey to Costa Rica flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

  • Can I find deals for flights from New Jersey to Costa Rica that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on New Jersey to Costa Rica flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from New Jersey to Costa Rica?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from New Jersey to Costa Rica?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from New Jersey to Costa Rica by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • Can I find deals for flights from New Jersey to Costa Rica that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from New Jersey to Costa Rica offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from New Jersey to Costa Rica?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on New Jersey to Costa Rica flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the New Jersey to Costa Rica flight deals updated?

    The New Jersey to Costa Rica flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 11/4.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from New Jersey to Costa Rica?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Jersey to Costa Rica (average of $398). Flying from New Jersey to Costa Rica in July is currently the most expensive (average of $533). 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 7 airlines flying from New Jersey to Costa Rica

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from New Jersey to Costa Rica. 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 2,455,398 searches. Data last updated November 4, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
JetBlueCheapest$124Average$509FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$248Average$398FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
AviancaCheapest$257Average$378FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$266Average$414FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$291Average$575FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Copa AirlinesCheapest$342Average$809FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
United AirlinesCheapest$346Average$610FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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