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$136+ Cheap flights from Newark (EWR) to San José (SJO)

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 4/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
EWR — SJO
Mar 30 — Apr 61
Sun 3/30
Sun 4/6
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Newark to San José Juan Santamaria Intl are usually found in May or October, booked 35 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Wednesday

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FlightHub
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FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$317
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$137
(United Airlines)

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December

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May

Average price

$524

Good round-trip deal

$463 or less

Good one-way deal

$181 or less
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Explore the most affordable flight options available from Newark to San José. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 25, 2025.

This CheapOair 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 4/268:00 pmEWR - SJO
1 stop17h 18mSpirit Airlines
Mon 5/511:35 amSJO - EWR
1 stop28h 17mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/24$317
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/97:00 amEWR - SJO
1 stop6h 53mDelta
Tue 9/161:18 pmSJO - EWR
1 stop7h 47mDelta
Deal found 3/24$318
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.
Sat 5/178:15 amEWR - SJO
2 stops16h 09mAmerican Airlines
Sat 5/242:15 pmSJO - EWR
2 stops17h 33mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/24$319
This JetBlue deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/23. 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.
Tue 5/276:59 amEWR - SJO
1 stop6h 56mJetBlue
Fri 6/61:00 pmSJO - EWR
1 stop8h 04mJetBlue
Deal found 3/23$335
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 3/278:14 amEWR - SJO
Nonstop5h 28mUnited Airlines
Wed 4/27:15 amSJO - EWR
Nonstop5h 18mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/24$340
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/23. 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.
Sun 3/306:05 amEWR - SJO
1 stop7h 16mMultiple Airlines
Sun 4/610:57 amSJO - EWR
2 stops21h 23mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/23$365
This Air Canada 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/1510:25 amEWR - SJO
1 stop12h 40mAir Canada
Wed 4/166:15 amSJO - EWR
1 stop11h 44mAir Canada
Deal found 3/24$455
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/23. 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 11/2411:00 amEWR - SJO
1 stop9h 35mArajet
Wed 12/38:20 pmSJO - EWR
1 stop12h 10mArajet
Deal found 3/23$456

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Newark Airport to San José that are best for you.

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NewarkSan José

EWR - SJO

EWRSJO

Newark

Sat 4/26

8:00 pm-11:18 am

1 stop17h 18m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 5/5

11:35 am-5:52 pm

1 stop28h 17m

$317

NewarkSan José

EWR - SJO

EWRSJO

Newark

Tue 9/9

7:00 am-11:53 am

1 stop6h 53m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 9/16

1:18 pm-11:05 pm

1 stop7h 47m

$318

NewarkSan José

EWR - SJO

EWRSJO

Newark

Sat 5/17

8:15 am-10:24 pm

2 stops16h 09m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 5/24

2:15 pm-9:48 am

2 stops17h 33m

$319

NewarkSan José

EWR - SJO

EWRSJO

Newark

Tue 5/27

6:59 am-11:55 am

1 stop6h 56m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 6/11

1:00 pm-11:04 pm

1 stop8h 04m

$335

NewarkSan José

EWR - SJO

EWRSJO

Newark

Thu 4/3

2:29 pm-11:50 pm

1 stop11h 21m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 4/7

8:46 am-10:15 am

2 stops23h 29m

$342

NewarkSan José

EWR - SJO

EWRSJO

Newark

Sat 4/5

8:20 am-11:38 am

Nonstop5h 18m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 4/12

11:50 am-7:12 pm

Nonstop5h 22m

$363

NewarkSan José

EWR - SJO

EWRSJO

Newark

Tue 4/15

10:25 am-9:05 pm

1 stop12h 40m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 4/16

6:15 am-7:59 pm

1 stop11h 44m

$455

NewarkSan José

EWR - SJO

EWRSJO

Newark

Wed 4/9

6:04 am-11:50 pm

2 stops19h 46m

$136

NewarkSan José

EWR - SJO

EWRSJO

Newark

Sat 4/5

8:20 am-11:38 am

Nonstop5h 18m

$137

NewarkSan José

EWR - SJO

EWRSJO

Newark

Tue 9/2

6:00 am-11:48 am

1 stop7h 48m

$143

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Newark to San José 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
CheapTicketsDealPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
CheapfaremartPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*3 stars
Justfly.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightnetworkPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*3 stars
CheapOairPrice 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 Newark Airport-San José, San José Province flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Newark Airport-San José, San José Province flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Newark Airport-San José, San José Province flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Newark Airport-San José, San José Province 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 Newark Airport-San José, San José Province flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

The best insider tips for Newark Airport to San José flights

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

EWR offers live wait time updates for security lines. Arrive at least two hours early due to unpredictable waits.

Read more about EWRby Brandon Schultz
SJO

Expect long immigration lines at SJO during peak times, taking 20 minutes to over an hour to clear.

Read more about SJOby Marisa Garcia
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Brandon Schultz

Brandon Schultz

Expert on EWR

Brandon Schultz

Brandon Schultz

Brandon Schultz is an award-winning food and travel writer based in New York City. His work has appeared in Forbes, AAA, Thrillist, Travel + Leisure, and The Daily Meal, among many others, and he is the author of 6 books, including 3 cookbooks.

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Marisa Garcia

Marisa Garcia

Expert on SJO

Marisa Garcia

Marisa Garcia

Marisa knows planes inside and out, spending 16 years working on aircraft in hangars at airports around the world. She is an aviation industry expert, specialized in airline interiors and regulations. Ten years ago, she pivoted to journalism. She shares her insights in leading aviation, travel, and business publications and on her site FlightChic.

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Best time to book a flight from Newark to San José

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

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

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

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Newark Airport to San José, San José Province, you should look to book at least 35 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Newark Airport to San José, San José Province (average of $398). Flying from Newark Airport to San José, San José Province 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 EWR to SJO?

Find hourly flight availability from Newark to San José. 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.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Newark Airport to San José, San José Province in the evening. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 43% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the afternoon.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Newark to San José. Price data was last updated on March 16, 2025.

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

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

Explore weekly flight availability from Newark to San José. 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 EWR to SJO 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 San José by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in San José, San José Province 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 San José, San José Province when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in San José by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to San José, San José Province, 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 San José

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San José. 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 San José. Reviews last updated March 25, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines, Delta and Copa Airlines from New York to San José have to say. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,785 reviews

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

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
9,785 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,785 reviews

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

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
7,890 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,785 reviews

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

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
9,785 reviews

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

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
1,700 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,785 reviews

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

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
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,605 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,785 reviews

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

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 Newark to San José. 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 into for flights to San José from Newark?

    For a flight from Newark to San José, you will be flying into 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 3 inbound flights from Newark per day. 7 airlines have flights to San José Juan Santamaria Intl from Newark on a regular basis.

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

    The Newark to San José Juan Santamaria Intl flight path was viewed by 37 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

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

    According to our current data, Spirit Airlines ($317), American Airlines ($319), and JetBlue ($352) offers the cheapest pricing from Newark Airport to San José, San José Province. You may be able to fly from Newark Airport to San José, San José Province for 44% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Newark Airport to San José, San José Province one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for United Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $137. Users have also found prices from $138 and $144 on Spirit Airlines and American Airlines, respectively.

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

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $136. While the most popular route (Newark - San José Juan Santamaria Intl) can be booked for $231 on average our data indicates $962 when flying from Newark Airport to San José, San José Province.

  • Where are the most common layover locations when flying from Newark Airport to San José, San José Province?

    Newark Airport to San José, San José Province flights have a layover in Fort Lauderdale most of the time. Newark Airport to San José, San José Province flights stop in Orlando the next most.

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

    The majority of Fort Lauderdale visitors spend their time at Las Olas Beach, Port Everglades, and Fort Lauderdale Beach Park. Las Olas Beach, Port Everglades, and Fort Lauderdale Beach Park can be accessed by traveling approximately 4.1 mi, 2.1 mi, and 4.2 mi, respectively from Fort Lauderdale. Those looking to explore during their layover in Fort Lauderdale can rent a car from Fort Lauderdale for about $27 per day.

  • What are some popular points of interest to see during a layover in Orlando?

    The majority of Orlando visitors spend their time at Walt Disney World Resort, Universal Orlando Resort, and International Drive. Walt Disney World Resort, Universal Orlando Resort, and International Drive can be visited by traveling about 16.2 mi, 10.2 mi, and 9.9 mi respectively from Orlando. Those on a layover in Orlando in need of a rental car can book one at Orlando for about $29.

  • Where are the least popular layover locations for Newark Airport to San José, San José Province flights?

    Flights departing from Newark Airport and landing in San José, San José Province layover in Miami least frequently.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Newark Airport to San José, San José Province (average of $398). Flying from Newark Airport to San José, San José Province 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 7 airlines flying from Newark to San José

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from Newark to San José. 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 25, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
JetBlueCheapest$202Average$449FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$226Average$417FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
AviancaCheapest$230Average$353FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
American AirlinesCheapest$256Average$511FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$266Average$373FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Copa AirlinesCheapest$268Average$456FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
United AirlinesCheapest$346Average$632FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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