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$168+ Cheap flights from San José (SJO) to John F Kennedy Intl, NY (JFK)

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 5/16. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SJO — JFK
Mar 31 — Apr 71
Mon 3/31
Mon 4/7
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from San José Juan Santamaria Intl to New York John F Kennedy Intl are usually found in October or September, booked 85 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Wednesday and return on a Tuesday

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FlightHub
3 stars

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FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$234
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One-way from

$168
(JetBlue)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$364

Good round-trip deal

$317 or less

Good one-way deal

$206 or less
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Cheapest flights from San José to John F Kennedy Intl
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San José to John F Kennedy Intl. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 26, 2025.

This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. 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 5/83:05 pmSJO - JFK
1 stop9h 05mAvianca
Sun 5/113:50 amJFK - SJO
1 stop7h 30mAvianca
Deal found 3/25$234
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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.
Thu 4/35:52 amSJO - JFK
1 stop16h 54mCopa Airlines
Sun 4/62:11 amJFK - SJO
1 stop18h 49mCopa Airlines
Deal found 3/26$242
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. 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 4/296:07 pmSJO - JFK
1 stop28h 39mMultiple Airlines
Mon 5/53:35 amJFK - SJO
1 stop7h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/25$274
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. 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 4/21:21 pmSJO - JFK
1 stop9h 26mDelta
Tue 4/86:00 amJFK - SJO
1 stop7h 54mDelta
Deal found 3/25$277
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Thu 5/81:54 pmSJO - JFK
Nonstop5h 06mJetBlue
Tue 5/139:30 amJFK - SJO
Nonstop5h 19mJetBlue
Deal found 3/26$294
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Wed 4/26:05 amSJO - JFK
2 stops12h 25mAmerican Airlines
Mon 4/75:25 amJFK - SJO
1 stop8h 02mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/25$313

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San José to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport that are best for you.

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San JoséNew York

SJO - JFK

SJOJFK

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 5/8

3:05 pm-2:10 am

1 stop9h 05m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 5/11

3:50 am-9:20 am

1 stop7h 30m

$234

San JoséNew York

SJO - JFK

SJOJFK

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 5/6

6:07 pm-1:50 pm

1 stop17h 43m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 5/13

3:32 pm-9:53 pm

1 stop8h 21m

$242

San JoséNew York

SJO - JFK

SJOJFK

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 4/29

6:07 pm-12:46 am

1 stop28h 39m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 5/5

3:35 am-8:40 am

1 stop7h 05m

$274

San JoséNew York

SJO - JFK

SJOJFK

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 5/9

1:54 pm-9:00 pm

Nonstop5h 06m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 5/14

9:30 am-12:49 pm

Nonstop5h 19m

$294

San JoséNew York

SJO - JFK

SJOJFK

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 9/16

11:35 am-10:29 pm

1 stop8h 54m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 9/23

6:29 pm-9:25 am

2 stops16h 56m

$316

San JoséNew York

SJO - JFK

SJOJFK

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 5/16

1:54 pm-9:00 pm

Nonstop5h 06m

$168

San JoséNew York

SJO - JFK

SJOJFK

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 5/16

12:28 pm-10:00 am

2 stops19h 32m

$174

San JoséNew York

SJO - JFK

SJOJFK

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 5/30

4:50 pm-2:15 am

1 stop7h 25m

$177

San JoséNew York

SJO - JFK

SJOJFK

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 5/17

6:03 am-11:00 pm

1 stop14h 57m

$178

San JoséNew York

SJO - JFK

SJOJFK

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 5/1

5:52 pm-1:50 pm

1 stop17h 58m

$180

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from San José to John F Kennedy Intl in March.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
Trip.comPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
GurufarePrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on San José, San José Province-New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on San José, San José Province-New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from San José, San José Province-New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on San José, San José Province-New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for San José, San José Province-New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from San José to John F Kennedy Intl

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to John F Kennedy Intl from San José with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from San José to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport

How far ahead should I book a flight from San José, San José Province to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San José to John F Kennedy Intl. Price data was last updated on March 21, 2025.

Booking 85 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from San José, San José Province to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San José, San José Province to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San José, San José Province to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport (average of $236). Flying from San José, San José Province to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $351). 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 SJO to JFK?

Find hourly flight availability from San José to John F Kennedy Intl. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated March 26, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from San José, San José Province to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport in the morning. Doing so could potentially save you 29% on the flight price compared to flying in the afternoon, which is usually more expensive.

What is the cheapest day to fly from San José, San José Province to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

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

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San José, San José Province to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport flight should consider departing on Sunday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Wednesday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Rainfall in John F Kennedy Intl by month

Plan your trip to John F Kennedy Intl by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport ranges from 2.8 - 4.5 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.5 in. February is typically the driest time to visit New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport when rainfall is around 2.8 in.

Temperature in John F Kennedy Intl by month

Plan your trip to John F Kennedy Intl by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 77.0 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 33.8 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing John F Kennedy Intl

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to John F Kennedy Intl. 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 John F Kennedy Intl. Reviews last updated March 26, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines, Delta and Copa Airlines from San José to New York have to say. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,789 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,789 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,789 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,891 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,789 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,393 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,789 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them
Aeromexico
7.5
Good
1,701 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,789 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them
JetBlue
7.3
Good
2,922 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,789 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San José to John F Kennedy Intl. 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 from for flights from San José to New York John F Kennedy Intl?

    For a flight from San José to New York John F Kennedy Intl, you will be flying from Juan Santamaria Intl. San José Juan Santamaria Intl (SJO) is just 8.8 mi from the center of the city. Juan Santamaria Intl is the only San José airport and it handles 0 outbound flights to New York John F Kennedy Intl per day. 6 airlines have flights to New York John F Kennedy Intl from San José Juan Santamaria Intl on a regular basis.

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

    Currently priced at $234, Avianca will fly you from San José, San José Province to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport and back. In addition to Avianca, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Copa Airlines and Delta - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $242 and $277, respectively. You may be able to fly from San José, San José Province to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport for 35% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from San José, San José Province to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with JetBlue, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $168. Avianca flights start at $177 while deals on American Airlines start at $178 one-way.

  • What are the cheapest flights from San José, San José Province to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

    The cheapest flight price from San José, San José Province to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport is $173. On average you can expect to pay $315. The most popular route, (San José Juan Santamaria Intl - New York John F Kennedy Intl), can usually be booked for $242.

  • Where are the most common layover locations when flying from San José, San José Province to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

    Most of the time, San José, San José Province to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport flights that have layovers will stop in San Salvador.

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a layover in San Salvador?

    The majority of San Salvador visitors spend their time at Centro Historico de San Salvador, Catedral Metropolitana de San Salvador, and Monsenor Romero Center. Centro Historico de San Salvador, Catedral Metropolitana de San Salvador, and Monsenor Romero Center can be visited by traveling about 19.7 mi, 19.7 mi, and 20.1 mi respectively from San Salvador El Salvador Intl. Those looking to explore during their layover in San Salvador can rent a car from San Salvador El Salvador Intl for about $25 per day.

  • Where are the least popular layover locations for San José, San José Province to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport flights?

    San José, San José Province to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport flights have a layover in Panama City the least frequently.

  • Can I find deals for flights from San José to John F Kennedy Intl that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from San José to John F Kennedy Intl?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from San José to John F Kennedy Intl?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San José to John F Kennedy Intl 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 San José, San José Province to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San José, San José Province to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport (average of $236). Flying from San José, San José Province to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $351). 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 6 airlines flying from San José to John F Kennedy Intl

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from San José to John F Kennedy Intl. 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 26, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$132Average$302FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
Volaris El SalvadorCheapest$158Average$164FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Copa AirlinesCheapest$184Average$328FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
AviancaCheapest$193Average$301FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
JetBlueCheapest$205Average$375FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$215Average$402FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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