$138 Cheap Flights from San José (SJO) to New York (JFK)

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Popular airlines from Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) to John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK)

Cheap Flights from San José to New York (SJO-JFK)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $138 for one-way flights and $211 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

avianca
Wed, Jan 21 - Thu, Jan 29
SJO
San José
JFK
New York
$211 Roundtrip, just found
$211
Roundtrip
just found
Select avianca flight, departing Wed, Jan 21 from San José to New York, returning Thu, Jan 29, priced at $211 just found
avianca
Wed, Jan 21 - Thu, Jan 29
SJO
San José
JFK
New York
$223 Roundtrip, just found
$223
Roundtrip
just found
Select avianca flight, departing Wed, Jan 21 from San José to New York, returning Thu, Jan 29, priced at $223 just found
avianca
Wed, Nov 5 - Tue, Nov 11
SJO
San José
JFK
New York
$233 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$233
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select avianca flight, departing Wed, Nov 5 from San José to New York, returning Tue, Nov 11, priced at $233 found 1 hour ago
JetBlue Airways
Tue, Feb 10 - Thu, Feb 19
SJO
San José
JFK
New York
$234 Roundtrip, just found
$234
Roundtrip
just found
Select JetBlue Airways flight, departing Tue, Feb 10 from San José to New York, returning Thu, Feb 19, priced at $234 just found
avianca
Mon, Nov 10 - Mon, Nov 17
SJO
San José
JFK
New York
$235 Roundtrip, just found
$235
Roundtrip
just found
Select avianca flight, departing Mon, Nov 10 from San José to New York, returning Mon, Nov 17, priced at $235 just found
JetBlue Airways
Tue, Nov 4 - Wed, Nov 12
SJO
San José
JFK
New York
$240 Roundtrip, just found
$240
Roundtrip
just found
Select JetBlue Airways flight, departing Tue, Nov 4 from San José to New York, returning Wed, Nov 12, priced at $240 just found
avianca
Thu, Dec 18 - Mon, Jan 12
SJO
San José
JFK
New York
$240 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$240
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select avianca flight, departing Thu, Dec 18 from San José to New York, returning Mon, Jan 12, priced at $240 found 1 hour ago
American Airlines
Thu, Dec 4 - Mon, Dec 8
SJO
San José
JFK
New York
$249 Roundtrip, just found
$249
Roundtrip
just found
Select American Airlines flight, departing Thu, Dec 4 from San José to New York, returning Mon, Dec 8, priced at $249 just found
Delta
Wed, Jan 21 - Thu, Jan 29
SJO
San José
JFK
New York
$268 Roundtrip, just found
$268
Roundtrip
just found
Select Delta flight, departing Wed, Jan 21 from San José to New York, returning Thu, Jan 29, priced at $268 just found
Copa
Thu, Dec 4 - Sun, Dec 7
SJO
San José
JFK
New York
$275 Roundtrip, just found
$275
Roundtrip
just found
Select Copa flight, departing Thu, Dec 4 from San José to New York, returning Sun, Dec 7, priced at $275 just found

Find the cheapest month to fly from San José (SJO) to New York (JFK)

November is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $173 - $357 per traveler.

Alternative airports near New York

Prices were available within the past 7 days. Prices and availability are subject to change.

Select flight to Liberty Intl. EWR. Average driving time to city center is 19 minutes. Flights from $237
EWR
Liberty Intl.
Average driving time to city center19 min
Flights from $237
Select flight to LaGuardia LGA. Cheapest option available. Average driving time to city center is 14 minutes. Flights from $219
LGA
LaGuardia
Cheapest
Average driving time to city center14 min
Flights from $219
Select flight to Westchester County HPN. Average driving time to city center is 50 minutes. Flights from $354
HPN
Westchester County
Average driving time to city center50 min
Flights from $354

Frequently asked questions

How much does a flight from Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) to John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) cost?
Secure a cheap one-way flight from $138 or cheap return flight from $211 from Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) to John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) with Expedia. Enter your travel dates and sort by "Price (lowest to highest)" to see our cheapest flight offers on this route.
What is the cheapest month to fly from Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) to John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK)?
The cheapest month to fly from SJO to JFK is January, when there's less demand. Off-peak season is typically when you'll find cheap fares for travel between these airports.
Which airlines fly direct from Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) to John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK)?
Fly nonstop from Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) to John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) on a JetBlue Airways flight.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) to John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK)?
Use the filter tool on Expedia to compare airlines and find the cheapest carrier that'll fly you from SJO to JFK. Then, sort your results by "Price (lowest to highest)" to score a great deal.
How many flights per day from Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) to John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK)?
On average, there's only 1 direct flight leaving from Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) to John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) per day. If this doesn't suit your schedule, think about flights with layovers. Simply filter your search on Expedia to include one or two stops to find the next best option.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) to John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK)?
Flights between SJO and JFK are busiest at 11 PM. If you're after a less crowded experience and possibly cheaper prices, choose a time when demand is lower.
What day of the week has the most flights from SJO to JFK?
If you travel on a Friday, you'll get the widest range of choices for flights from Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) to John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK).
What is the earliest flight from Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) to John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK)?
The earliest flight leaving from Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) is at around 11:49PM UTC-6. Catch this flight and you'll land at John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) at approximately 5:50AM UTC-5. The total time in the air is 5h 1m.
How long does it take to fly from Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) to John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK)?
The average flight duration from SJO to JFK is 5 hours and 1 minute, covering a total distance of 2,200 mi.
What airline has the least delays from SJO to JFK?
JetBlue Airways has the strongest track record for on-time direct flights from Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) to John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK), with an on-time rating of 87%. Use the Expedia App to look up your journey status before you take off and receive notifications about any changes.
What is the best time to fly from Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) to John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK)?
Select a flight from Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) to John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) that takes off before 3 PM to reduce the risk of cancellations. Departures after this hour have a 22% higher chance of being canceled, on average.**Most reliable time of the day and month to travel recommendation is based on January through August 2024 flight status data sourced from OAG's global flight data platform.
What airports do you fly into for New York from Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO)?
Hop on a direct flight from Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) to New York and land at Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR). Another arrival point to this city is John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK).
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) to John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) last-minute?
Booking your flight from SJO to JFK shortly before your trip is generally more expensive. However, if there's some wiggle room with your travel times and dates, you could land a cheap last-minute fare.
Is it cheaper to book a SJO to JFK flight and hotel package?
Securing a SJO to JFK flight and hotel package is generally cheaper than booking separately. With Expedia, you can enjoy the ease of organizing your travels all in one place. Choose from our impressive range of accommodations and then add car rentals, activities and flights to your booking. Bundle it all together, and you could save hundreds of dollars.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) to John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK)?
Generally, it's possible to cancel or reschedule your SJO to JFK flight. However, if the booking was made more than 24 hours ago, additional fees may apply. Check your airline's policies in your itinerary to see what changes are allowed and whether any costs are involved. You'll also find more details on our Customer Service portal.

Travel information

Origin airport
Juan Santamaría Intl.
Destination airport
John F. Kennedy Intl.
Airlines serving
Aeromexico, Air Canada, Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Copa, Delta, Frontier Airlines, JetBlue Airways, Viva, avianca
Roundtrip price
$211
Distance
2211 mi
Average flight time
8 hours 30 mins

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San José to New York Flights

The cheapest times to fly from San José to New York

On average, Thursday can be the cheapest time to fly, according to data from the Airlines Reporting Corporation (ARC), one of the world's biggest databases for global airline sales. The data reveals that you could save up to 16% by flying on a Thursday—the cheapest day to travel on average—instead of a Sunday—the most expensive. Some of the most affordable flights from San José to New York are during the month of January. You can find some of the cheapest flights from San José to New York with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

 

The best time to book a flight from San José to New York

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from San José to New York: Tickets reserved on a Sunday cost between 6% and 13% less than those reserved on a Friday, according to ARC data. The data also suggests booking early can also lead to cheaper airfares. You could save 24% by buying your tickets for domestic flights at least a month in advance and 10% by booking international flights 2 months in advance.

 

How to find cheap round-trip tickets from San José to New York

Being flexible with your dates and using Expedia's Price Drop Protection and Price Tracking features are some of the best ways of finding a cheap ticket from San José to New York in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $138 one-way. Expedia also offers Price Drop Protection, so if the cost of your airfare goes down after booking, you'll receive a credit for the difference*. This is available for a small fee, and is free to One Key Gold and Platinum tier members.

 

Expedia's Price Tracking feature means you can stay on top of airfares without manually checking every day. It sends you automated price alerts for cheap San José to New York flights and uses historical data to indicate when the best time to book is. Download Expedia's free app to activate this handy tool in a few easy taps.

 

You could also save big by booking one of Expedia's vacation packages. Bundling together your San José to New York airfare with your accommodations and car rental is often cheaper than booking everything separately. There’s also One Key, Expedia's generous rewards program. Join for free and you could earn One Key cash on most bookings to save on future adventures.

 

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Disclaimer: ARC The statistics are based on average round-trip ticket prices between January and August 2023. The percentages you see are averages.

 

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