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$168+ Cheap flights from San José (SJO) to Newark (EWR)

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SJO — EWR
Mar 30 — Apr 61
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from San José Juan Santamaria Intl to Newark are usually found in February or November, booked 25 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Thursday and return on a Tuesday

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Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$260
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$168
(eDestinos)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$409

Good round-trip deal

$345 or less

Good one-way deal

$231 or less
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From San José Juan Santamaria Intl to Newark
One-way flight from San José Juan Santamaria Intl to Newark
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 2% potential increase in price ($11 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($7 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 Newark.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from San José Juan Santamaria Intl to Newark.

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Cheapest flights from San José to Newark
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San José to Newark. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 25, 2025.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. 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
1 stop20h 01mSpirit Airlines
Tue 4/298:59 pmEWR - SJO
1 stop28h 51mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/24$260
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. 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.
Thu 3/278:05 amSJO - EWR
Nonstop5h 12mUnited Airlines
Tue 4/18:45 pmEWR - SJO
1 stop15h 26mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/24$294
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. 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.
Thu 7/1011:59 pmSJO - EWR
1 stop9h 30mAmerican Airlines
Tue 7/225:29 amEWR - SJO
1 stop18h 36mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/24$312
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. 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.
Thu 4/104:10 amSJO - EWR
3 stops41h 48mMultiple Airlines
Tue 4/222:07 pmEWR - SJO
2 stops35h 43mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/24$372

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San JoséNewark

SJO - EWR

SJOEWR

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 4/23

12:23 pm-10:24 am

1 stop20h 01m

Newark

Tue 4/29

8:59 pm-11:50 pm

1 stop28h 51m

$260

San JoséNewark

SJO - EWR

SJOEWR

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 6/4

12:44 pm-8:06 pm

Nonstop5h 22m

Newark

Wed 9/3

7:28 pm-12:26 pm

1 stop18h 58m

$297

San JoséNewark

SJO - EWR

SJOEWR

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 7/10

11:59 pm-11:29 am

1 stop9h 30m

Newark

Tue 7/22

5:29 am-10:05 pm

1 stop18h 36m

$312

San JoséNewark

SJO - EWR

SJOEWR

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 4/3

7:45 pm-12:59 am

3 stops27h 14m

Newark

Mon 4/7

10:10 pm-11:21 am

1 stop15h 11m

$331

San JoséNewark

SJO - EWR

SJOEWR

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 4/12

12:23 pm-11:58 pm

1 stop9h 35m

$168

San JoséNewark

SJO - EWR

SJOEWR

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 5/29

12:44 pm-8:06 pm

Nonstop5h 22m

$170

San JoséNewark

SJO - EWR

SJOEWR

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 4/7

8:46 am-11:15 am

2 stops24h 29m

$177

San JoséNewark

SJO - EWR

SJOEWR

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 4/2

8:15 am-9:29 pm

1 stop11h 14m

$178

San JoséNewark

SJO - EWR

SJOEWR

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 5/12

1:12 am-5:59 am

2 stops26h 47m

$294

San JoséNewark

SJO - EWR

SJOEWR

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 6/28

8:42 am-10:30 am

1 stop23h 48m

$338

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Deals found on 3/24

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ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*2 stars
CheapTicketsDealPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust 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-Newark 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-Newark Airport flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from San José, San José Province-Newark 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-Newark 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-Newark Airport flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

The best insider tips for San José to Newark Airport flights

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Cheapflights partnered with top experts to bring you the best recommendations for your San José to Newark Airport trip
Airports
SJO

Leave for the airport with sufficient time to clear security. Arrive at least 3 hours before your flight to ensure a smooth departure.

Read more about SJOby Marisa Garcia
EWR

For a quick trip to NYC, take the AirTrain to Airport Station and transfer to a NJ Transit train to New York Penn Station.

Read more about EWRby Brandon Schultz
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Best time to book a flight from San José to Newark

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from San José, San José Province to Newark Airport?

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

The best time to book flights from San José, San José Province to Newark Airport is 25 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San José, San José Province to Newark Airport?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San José, San José Province to Newark Airport (average of $228). Flying from San José, San José Province to Newark Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $307). 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 EWR?

Find hourly flight availability from San José to Newark. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated March 25, 2025.

Unlike in the morning, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 45% on flights from San José, San José Province to Newark Airport by exploring options for tickets in the afternoon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from San José, San José Province to Newark Airport?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from San José to Newark. Price data was last updated on March 23, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San José, San José Province to Newark Airport flight should consider departing on Monday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from San José, San José Province to Newark Airport

Explore weekly flight availability from San José to Newark. 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 March 25, 2025.

The most flights from SJO to EWR are scheduled on a Monday (3 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (3 on average).

Rainfall in Newark by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Newark Airport ranges from 2.9 - 4.8 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.8 in. February is typically the driest time to visit Newark Airport when rainfall is around 2.9 in.

Temperature in Newark by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Newark 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 32.0 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Newark

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Newark. 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 Newark. Reviews last updated March 25, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Alaska Airlines, United Airlines and JetBlue from San José to New York. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

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

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

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

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

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

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

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

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

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

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

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 Newark. 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 Newark?

    If you book a flight to Newark from San José, you will be flying from Juan Santamaria Intl, which is the city’s only airport. San José Juan Santamaria Intl (SJO) is located 8.8 mi from the center of San José. There are 3 flights from Juan Santamaria Intl to Newark per day from 5 different airlines.

  • How popular is this San José, San José Province to Newark Airport flight route?

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from San José, San José Province to Newark Airport round-trip?

    Spirit Airlines, at $260, was found to be the cheapest airline from San José, San José Province to Newark Airport.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include United Airlines and American Airlines. Spirit Airlines is currently priced 39% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from San José, San José Province to Newark Airport 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 United Airlines from $170 and American Airlines from $178 one-way.

  • What are the cheapest flights from San José, San José Province to Newark Airport?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from San José, San José Province to Newark Airport? While on average our users pay $396, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $168. The most popular route (San José Juan Santamaria Intl - Newark), is priced around $219.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San José to Newark 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 Newark Airport?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San José, San José Province to Newark Airport (average of $228). Flying from San José, San José Province to Newark Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $307). 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 5 airlines flying from San José to Newark

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$212Average$357FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
American AirlinesCheapest$220Average$469FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
JetBlueCheapest$223Average$422FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
United AirlinesCheapest$234Average$507FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$257Average$384FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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