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$163+ Cheap flights from San José (SJO) to New York State

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SJO — JFK
Apr 1 — Apr 81
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Cheap flight deals from San José to New York

Keep the following information in mind while searching for San José to New York flight deals. Data was last updated March 27, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$229
(eDestinos)

One-way from

$163
(Mytrip)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$369

Good round-trip deal

$317 or less

Good one-way deal

$206 or less
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From San José Juan Santamaria Intl to New York
One-way flight from San José Juan Santamaria Intl to New York
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price ($27 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 March 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from San José Juan Santamaria Intl to New York.
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This eDestinos 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 eDestinos is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/2312:55 amSJO - LGA
1 stop16h 05mSpirit Airlines
Thu 5/86:00 amLGA - SJO
1 stop7h 33mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/26$229
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Mon 5/54:45 pmSJO - JFK
1 stop7h 25mAvianca
Sun 5/113:50 amJFK - SJO
1 stop7h 30mAvianca
Deal found 3/26$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.
Wed 4/210:57 amSJO - JFK
1 stop15h 01mCopa Airlines
Mon 4/283:32 pmJFK - SJO
1 stop18h 49mCopa Airlines
Deal found 3/26$242
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Tue 5/612:23 pmSJO - EWR
1 stop18h 44mSpirit Airlines
Wed 5/149:55 pmEWR - SJO
1 stop14h 32mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/25$262
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Thu 5/811:32 amSJO - ROC
1 stop27h 55mSpirit Airlines
Sun 5/116:32 pmROC - SJO
1 stop17h 55mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/25$271
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Tue 4/296:07 pmSJO - JFK
1 stop28h 39mMultiple Airlines
Mon 5/53:35 amJFK - SJO
1 stop7h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/26$272
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Thu 5/811:32 amSJO - ROC
2 stops21h 40mMultiple Airlines
Sun 5/116:32 pmROC - SJO
1 stop17h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/25$279
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Thu 4/312:26 pmSJO - SWF
1 stop18h 54mMultiple Airlines
Mon 4/710:10 amSWF - SJO
1 stop27h 11mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/26$291
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Wed 4/2312:23 pmSJO - EWR
2 stops32h 34mMultiple Airlines
Wed 4/308:59 pmEWR - SJO
1 stop16h 19mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/26$292
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Thu 3/278:05 amSJO - EWR
Nonstop5h 12mUnited Airlines
Sun 4/67:50 amEWR - SJO
1 stop13h 47mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/26$294
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Wed 5/71:54 pmSJO - JFK
Nonstop5h 06mJetBlue
Wed 5/149:30 amJFK - SJO
Nonstop5h 19mJetBlue
Deal found 3/26$294
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Thu 3/275:30 amSJO - LGA
1 stop14h 28mUnited Airlines
Mon 3/3112:37 pmLGA - SJO
1 stop9h 00mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/26$300

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San José to New York State that are best for you.

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San José

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San JoséNew York

SJO - LGA

SJOLGA

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 4/23

12:55 am-7:00 pm

1 stop16h 05m

New York LaGuardia

Thu 5/8

6:00 am-11:33 am

1 stop7h 33m

$229

San JoséNew York

SJO - JFK

SJOJFK

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 5/5

4:45 pm-2:10 am

1 stop7h 25m

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

5:52 pm-1:50 pm

1 stop17h 58m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 5/13

9:34 am-6:59 pm

1 stop11h 25m

$242

San JoséNewark

SJO - EWR

SJOEWR

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 5/6

12:23 pm-9:07 am

1 stop18h 44m

Newark

Wed 5/14

9:55 pm-10:27 am

1 stop14h 32m

$262

San JoséRochester

SJO - ROC

SJOROC

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 5/8

11:32 am-5:27 pm

1 stop27h 55m

Rochester Greater Rochester Intl

Sun 5/11

6:32 pm-10:27 am

1 stop17h 55m

$271

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

$272

San JoséRochester

SJO - ROC

SJOROC

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 5/8

11:32 am-11:12 am

2 stops21h 40m

Rochester Greater Rochester Intl

Sun 5/11

6:32 pm-10:27 am

1 stop17h 55m

$279

San JoséNew Windsor

SJO - SWF

SJOSWF

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 4/24

12:55 am-11:00 am

1 stop8h 05m

New Windsor Stewart

Mon 4/28

11:50 am-11:50 pm

1 stop14h 00m

$291

San JoséNewark

SJO - EWR

SJOEWR

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 4/23

12:23 pm-10:57 pm

2 stops32h 34m

Newark

Wed 4/30

8:59 pm-11:18 am

1 stop16h 19m

$292

San JoséNew York

SJO - JFK

SJOJFK

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 5/7

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

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Everything you need to know about your flight from San José to New York State

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San José, San José Province to State of New York?

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

Find hourly flight availability from San José 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 March 27, 2025.

When flying from San José, San José Province 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 March 27, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Southwest, Delta and Alaska Airlines from San José to New York. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.
8.0
Very good

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from San José to New York?

    San José Juan Santamaria Intl (SJO) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from San José to New York. It is only a 8.8 mi journey to Juan Santamaria Intl (SJO) from San José’s city center.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from San José, San José Province to State of New York one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is Spirit Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $168. However, be on the lookout for offers from Copa Airlines and United Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from San José, San José Province to State of New York for a low price.

  • What are the most popular routes from San José, San José Province to State of New York?

  • What are the cheapest flights from San José, San José Province to State of New York?

    While on average a flight from San José, San José Province to State of New York is generally $315, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $173. When looking at the most popular route, (San José Juan Santamaria Intl - New York John F Kennedy Intl), you can expect to pay $242 for that flight.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from San José to New York?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from San José to New York?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San José 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 San José, San José Province to State of New York?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San José, San José Province to State of New York (average of $236). Flying from San José, San José Province 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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Top 8 airlines flying from San José to New York

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from San José to New York. 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 27, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$132Average$362FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
Volaris El SalvadorCheapest$158Average$164FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Copa AirlinesCheapest$183Average$327FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
AviancaCheapest$193Average$302FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$205Average$593FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
JetBlueCheapest$205Average$436FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$215Average$467FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$257Average$530FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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