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$126+ Cheap flights from New York State 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 4/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JFK — SJO
Apr 5 — Apr 121
Sat 4/5
Sat 4/12
1 adult, Economy
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Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$281
(Flightnetwork)

One-way from

$126
(Copa Airlines)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$437

Good round-trip deal

$350 or less

Good one-way deal

$136 or less
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Cheapest flights from New York to Costa Rica
Explore the most affordable flight options available from New York to Costa Rica. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 31, 2025.

This Flightnetwork deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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 Flightnetwork is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/147:59 pmLGA - SJO
1 stop17h 34mSpirit Airlines
Wed 5/2112:28 pmSJO - LGA
1 stop8h 56mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/30$281
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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 Avianca is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/143:50 amJFK - SJO
1 stop7h 30mAvianca
Thu 5/223:05 pmSJO - JFK
1 stop9h 05mAvianca
Deal found 3/31$281
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/223:32 pmJFK - SJO
1 stop18h 48mCopa Airlines
Tue 9/3010:57 amSJO - JFK
1 stop15h 02mCopa Airlines
Deal found 3/30$282
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/33:32 pmJFK - SJO
1 stop18h 48mMultiple Airlines
Sun 5/113:05 pmSJO - JFK
1 stop12h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/30$284
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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.
Sun 3/304:00 pmLGA - SJO
1 stop7h 24mDelta
Thu 4/31:20 pmSJO - LGA
1 stop8h 20mDelta
Deal found 3/30$293
This JetBlue deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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.
Sat 4/265:53 pmJFK - SJO
Nonstop5h 30mJetBlue
Fri 5/22:10 pmSJO - JFK
Nonstop5h 08mJetBlue
Deal found 3/30$300
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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 4/2410:00 pmLGA - SJO
1 stop14h 24mMultiple Airlines
Tue 4/2912:55 amSJO - LGA
1 stop16h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/30$312
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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.
Mon 4/283:00 pmEWR - SJO
2 stops34h 50mMultiple Airlines
Mon 7/144:17 pmSJO - EWR
1 stop10h 43mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/30$312
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Thu 4/248:59 pmEWR - SJO
1 stop16h 19mSpirit Airlines
Mon 4/2811:35 amSJO - EWR
2 stops33h 31mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/30$313
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Sun 3/308:05 pmLGA - SJO
1 stop19h 10mAmerican Airlines
Thu 4/32:20 pmSJO - LGA
1 stop7h 25mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/30$315
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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 4/212:37 pmEWR - SJO
1 stop9h 00mUnited Airlines
Sat 4/57:55 amSJO - EWR
1 stop10h 06mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/30$315
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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 5/66:00 amSYR - SJO
1 stop9h 15mAmerican Airlines
Wed 5/146:03 amSJO - SYR
2 stops15h 46mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/30$317

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Customize your flight search to find flights from New York 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated March 31, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from New York State to Costa Rica that are best for you.

Fly from

New York

Fly to

Costa Rica

Route

Depart

Return

Price

New YorkSan José

LGA - SJO

LGASJO

New York LaGuardia

Wed 5/14

6:00 am-11:33 am

1 stop7h 33m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 5/21

12:28 pm-11:24 pm

1 stop8h 56m

$281

New YorkSan José

JFK - SJO

JFKSJO

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 5/14

3:50 am-9:20 am

1 stop7h 30m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 5/22

3:05 pm-2:10 am

1 stop9h 05m

$281

New YorkSan José

JFK - SJO

JFKSJO

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 9/22

3:32 pm-8:20 am

1 stop18h 48m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 9/30

10:57 am-3:59 am

1 stop15h 02m

$282

New YorkSan José

JFK - SJO

JFKSJO

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 5/3

3:32 pm-8:20 am

1 stop18h 48m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 5/11

3:05 pm-5:35 am

1 stop12h 30m

$284

New YorkSan José

JFK - SJO

JFKSJO

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 4/26

5:53 pm-9:23 pm

Nonstop5h 30m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 5/2

2:10 pm-9:18 pm

Nonstop5h 08m

$300

New YorkSan José

LGA - SJO

LGASJO

New York LaGuardia

Thu 4/24

10:00 pm-10:24 am

1 stop14h 24m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 4/29

12:55 am-7:00 pm

1 stop16h 05m

$312

NewarkSan José

EWR - SJO

EWRSJO

Newark

Mon 4/28

3:00 pm-11:50 pm

2 stops34h 50m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 7/14

4:17 pm-5:00 am

1 stop10h 43m

$312

NewarkSan José

EWR - SJO

EWRSJO

Newark

Thu 4/24

8:59 pm-11:18 am

1 stop16h 19m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 4/28

11:35 am-11:06 pm

2 stops33h 31m

$313

SyracuseSan José

SYR - SJO

SYRSJO

Syracuse Hancock Intl

Tue 5/6

6:00 am-1:15 pm

1 stop9h 15m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 5/14

6:03 am-11:49 pm

2 stops15h 46m

$317

NewarkSan José

EWR - SJO

EWRSJO

Newark

Tue 5/6

6:00 am-1:15 pm

1 stop9h 15m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 5/16

6:03 am-5:47 pm

1 stop9h 44m

$317

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

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Everything you need to know about your flight from New York State to Costa Rica

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from State of New York to Costa Rica?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from State of New York to Costa Rica (average of $398). Flying from State of New York to Costa Rica 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 CR?

Find hourly flight availability from New York 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 March 31, 2025.

When flying from State of New York to Costa Rica, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

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 March 31, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Delta, Alaska Airlines and Southwest from New York to Costa Rica to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,899 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kymberlee,Oct 2024

JFK - ATL

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,899 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,899 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kymberlee,Oct 2024

JFK - ATL

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,818 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,899 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kymberlee,Oct 2024

JFK - ATL

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,275 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,899 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kymberlee,Oct 2024

JFK - ATL

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,400 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,899 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kymberlee,Oct 2024

JFK - ATL

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.
Aeromexico
7.5
Good
1,700 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,899 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kymberlee,Oct 2024

JFK - ATL

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.

Related info for your journey

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

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Copa Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $126. However, be on the lookout for offers from Spirit Airlines and Volaris El Salvador, as they are both options that can get you from State of New York to Costa Rica for a low price.

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from New York 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.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from State of New York to Costa Rica?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from State of New York to Costa Rica (average of $398). Flying from State of New York to Costa Rica 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 Costa Rica

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from New York 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated March 31, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$125Average$418FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
JetBlueCheapest$179Average$558FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
United AirlinesCheapest$181Average$699FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$189Average$619FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
AviancaCheapest$230Average$377FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
American AirlinesCheapest$238Average$618FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Copa AirlinesCheapest$278Average$536FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
SouthwestCheapest$471Average$741FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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