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$161+ Cheap flights from Costa Rica to New York State

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SJO — JFK
Apr 9 — Apr 161
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Cheap flight deals from Costa Rica to New York

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Costa Rica to New York flight deals. Data was last updated April 4, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$231
(Gotogate)

One-way from

$161
(Mytrip)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$403

Good round-trip deal

$282 or less

Good one-way deal

$206 or less
Provider with most accurate pricing for San José Juan Santamaria Intl-New York (NYC) flight deals.
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From Costa Rica to New York
One-way flight from Costa Rica to New York
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price ($26 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($8 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in April 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Costa Rica to New York.
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Cheapest flights from Costa Rica to New York
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Costa Rica to New York. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 4, 2025.

This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/4. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 6/114:45 pmSJO - JFK
1 stop7h 25mAvianca
Sat 6/143:50 amJFK - SJO
2 stops9h 25mAvianca
Deal found 4/4$231
This eDestinos deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/4. 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 eDestinos is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/212:23 pmSJO - LGA
1 stop9h 10mSpirit Airlines
Mon 5/56:00 amLGA - SJO
1 stop7h 18mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/4$235
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/3. 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 Copa Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/65:52 pmSJO - JFK
1 stop17h 58mCopa Airlines
Mon 5/123:32 pmJFK - SJO
1 stop18h 48mCopa Airlines
Deal found 4/3$242
This JetBlue deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/3. 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 5/81:00 pmSJO - JFK
1 stop8h 31mJetBlue
Wed 5/146:30 amJFK - SJO
1 stop7h 25mJetBlue
Deal found 4/3$243
This JetBlue deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/3. 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.
Wed 4/2312:12 pmSJO - LGA
1 stop8h 47mJetBlue
Tue 5/67:00 amLGA - SJO
1 stop6h 55mJetBlue
Deal found 4/3$249
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/4. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/108:00 pmSJO - JFK
1 stop7h 35mMultiple Airlines
Sat 5/172:10 amJFK - SJO
1 stop10h 04mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/4$257
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/2. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/911:32 amSJO - EWR
2 stops29h 27mSpirit Airlines
Wed 5/149:55 pmEWR - SJO
1 stop14h 32mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/2$270
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/3. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/2312:23 pmSJO - EWR
2 stops32h 34mMultiple Airlines
Mon 4/288:59 pmEWR - SJO
1 stop16h 19mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/3$272
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Thu 5/14:35 pmLIR - EWR
Nonstop5h 09mUnited Airlines
Sun 5/47:31 amEWR - LIR
Nonstop5h 13mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/3$277
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Fri 9/51:08 pmSJO - LGA
1 stop8h 46mDelta
Wed 9/106:00 amLGA - SJO
1 stop7h 53mDelta
Deal found 4/3$280
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/4. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/51:08 pmSJO - JFK
1 stop9h 59mDelta
Tue 9/166:00 amJFK - SJO
1 stop7h 53mDelta
Deal found 4/4$280
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/3. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/221:20 pmLIR - LGA
1 stop20h 15mUnited Airlines
Thu 4/2412:37 pmLGA - LIR
1 stop27h 46mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/3$283

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Costa Rica to New York 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 April 4, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Costa Rica to New York State that are best for you.

Fly from

Costa Rica

Fly to

New York

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San JoséNew York

SJO - JFK

SJOJFK

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 6/11

4:45 pm-2:10 am

1 stop7h 25m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 6/14

3:50 am-11:15 am

2 stops9h 25m

$231

San JoséNew York

SJO - LGA

SJOLGA

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 5/2

12:23 pm-11:33 pm

1 stop9h 10m

New York LaGuardia

Mon 5/5

6:00 am-11:18 am

1 stop7h 18m

$235

San JoséNew York

SJO - JFK

SJOJFK

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 5/6

5:52 pm-1:50 pm

1 stop17h 58m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 5/12

3:32 pm-8:20 am

1 stop18h 48m

$242

San JoséNew York

SJO - JFK

SJOJFK

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 5/8

1:00 pm-11:31 pm

1 stop8h 31m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 5/14

6:30 am-11:55 am

1 stop7h 25m

$243

San JoséNew York

SJO - LGA

SJOLGA

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 4/23

12:12 pm-10:59 pm

1 stop8h 47m

New York LaGuardia

Tue 5/6

7:00 am-11:55 am

1 stop6h 55m

$249

San JoséNew York

SJO - JFK

SJOJFK

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 5/10

8:00 pm-5:35 am

1 stop7h 35m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 5/17

2:10 am-10:14 am

1 stop10h 04m

$257

San JoséNewark

SJO - EWR

SJOEWR

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 5/9

11:32 am-6:59 pm

2 stops29h 27m

Newark

Wed 5/14

9:55 pm-10:27 am

1 stop14h 32m

$270

San JoséNewark

SJO - EWR

SJOEWR

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 4/23

12:23 pm-10:57 pm

2 stops32h 34m

Newark

Mon 4/28

8:59 pm-11:18 am

1 stop16h 19m

$272

LiberiaNewark

LIR - EWR

LIREWR

Liberia

Thu 5/1

4:35 pm-11:44 pm

Nonstop5h 09m

Newark

Sun 5/4

8:35 pm-12:10 pm

1 stop17h 35m

$277

San JoséNew York

SJO - LGA

SJOLGA

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 9/5

1:08 pm-11:54 pm

1 stop8h 46m

New York LaGuardia

Tue 9/16

6:00 am-11:53 am

1 stop7h 53m

$280

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

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Costa Rica to State of New York (average of $236). Flying from Costa Rica to State of New York 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 CR to NY?

Find hourly flight availability from Costa Rica to New York. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated April 4, 2025.

When flying from Costa Rica to State of New York, 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 New York by month

Plan your trip to New York by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in State of New York 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 State of New York when rainfall is around 2.8 in.

Temperature in New York by month

Plan your trip to New York by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to State of New York, 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 New York

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to New York. 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 New York. Reviews last updated April 4, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Delta, Alaska Airlines and Southwest from Costa Rica to New York by reading reviews from past customers. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.0
Very good

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Lucy,Nov 2023

ATL - JFK

On time flights; courteous staff; efficient boarding system! Thank you!
8.0
Very good
8.0
Very good

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Lucy,Nov 2023

ATL - JFK

On time flights; courteous staff; efficient boarding system! Thank you!
8.0
Very good

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Lucy,Nov 2023

ATL - JFK

On time flights; courteous staff; efficient boarding system! Thank you!
8.0
Very good

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Lucy,Nov 2023

ATL - JFK

On time flights; courteous staff; efficient boarding system! Thank you!
8.0
Very good

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Lucy,Nov 2023

ATL - JFK

On time flights; courteous staff; efficient boarding system! Thank you!
8.0
Very good

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Lucy,Nov 2023

ATL - JFK

On time flights; courteous staff; efficient boarding system! Thank you!

Related info for your journey

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $168 on Spirit Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Avianca from $168 and Copa Airlines from $169 one-way.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Costa Rica to New York 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 Costa Rica to State of New York?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Costa Rica to State of New York (average of $236). Flying from Costa Rica to State of New York 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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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$132Average$358FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
Volaris El SalvadorCheapest$158Average$164FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Copa AirlinesCheapest$182Average$329FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
AviancaCheapest$199Average$305FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$205Average$577FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
JetBlueCheapest$207Average$439FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$215Average$463FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$257Average$530FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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