$118 Cheap Flights from New York (JFK) to San José (SJO)

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

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

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $118 for one-way flights and $253 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

American Airlines
Mon, Oct 20 - Thu, Oct 23
JFK
New York
SJO
San José
$253 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$253
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Mon, Oct 20 from New York to San José, returning Thu, Oct 23, priced at $253 found 2 days ago
American Airlines
Thu, Nov 6 - Fri, Nov 14
JFK
New York
SJO
San José
$254 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$254
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Thu, Nov 6 from New York to San José, returning Fri, Nov 14, priced at $254 found 1 day ago
American Airlines
Thu, Nov 13 - Mon, Nov 17
JFK
New York
SJO
San José
$255 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$255
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Thu, Nov 13 from New York to San José, returning Mon, Nov 17, priced at $255 found 1 day ago
American Airlines
Thu, Nov 13 - Mon, Nov 17
JFK
New York
SJO
San José
$257 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$257
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Thu, Nov 13 from New York to San José, returning Mon, Nov 17, priced at $257 found 1 day ago
JetBlue Airways
Fri, Sep 12 - Tue, Sep 23
JFK
New York
SJO
San José
$263 Roundtrip, just found
$263
Roundtrip
just found
Select JetBlue Airways flight, departing Fri, Sep 12 from New York to San José, returning Tue, Sep 23, priced at $263 just found
American Airlines
Sun, Sep 7 - Sun, Sep 14
JFK
New York
SJO
San José
$266 Roundtrip, just found
$266
Roundtrip
just found
Select American Airlines flight, departing Sun, Sep 7 from New York to San José, returning Sun, Sep 14, priced at $266 just found
American Airlines
Thu, Sep 11 - Thu, Sep 18
JFK
New York
SJO
San José
$269 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$269
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Thu, Sep 11 from New York to San José, returning Thu, Sep 18, priced at $269 found 1 hour ago
avianca
Thu, Sep 4 - Fri, Sep 5
JFK
New York
SJO
San José
$276 Roundtrip, just found
$276
Roundtrip
just found
Select avianca flight, departing Thu, Sep 4 from New York to San José, returning Fri, Sep 5, priced at $276 just found
Copa
Fri, Jan 23 - Sat, Jan 31
JFK
New York
SJO
San José
$288 Roundtrip, found 21 hours ago
$288
Roundtrip
found 21 hours ago
Select Copa flight, departing Fri, Jan 23 from New York to San José, returning Sat, Jan 31, priced at $288 found 21 hours ago
Delta
Wed, Oct 22 - Thu, Oct 30
JFK
New York
SJO
San José
$291 Roundtrip, found 7 hours ago
$291
Roundtrip
found 7 hours ago
Select Delta flight, departing Wed, Oct 22 from New York to San José, returning Thu, Oct 30, priced at $291 found 7 hours ago

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

September is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $217 - $274 per traveler.

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Alternative airports near San José

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

Select flight to Juan Santamaria Intl. SJO. Cheapest option available. Average driving time to city center is 20 minutes. Flights from $441
SJO
Juan Santamaria Intl.
Cheapest
Average driving time to city center20 min
Flights from $441
Flights from New York (JFK) to San José (SJO)
Origin airport
John F. Kennedy Intl.
Destination airport
Juan Santamaría Intl.
Airlines serving
Aeromexico, Air Canada, Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Copa, Delta, Frontier Airlines, JetBlue Airways, LATAM Airlines Group, avianca
Roundtrip price
$253
Distance
2211 mi
Average flight time
4 hours 32 mins

New York to San José Flights

The cheapest times to fly from New York to San José

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 New York to San José are during the month of October. You can find some of the cheapest flights from New York to San José with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

 

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

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from New York to San José: 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 New York to San José

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 New York to San José in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $118 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 New York to San José 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 New York to San José 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.

 

Frequently asked questions

How much does a flight from John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) to Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) cost?
Cheap round-trip fares from John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) to Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) start at $233. This information is based on the cheapest price found on Expedia for this return journey departing within the next three months. This airfare is for a JetBlue Airways flight leaving JFK on August 6 2025 and touching down at SJO. The price was last updated on July 12 2025 and has not changed since.
What is the cheapest month to fly from JFK to SJO?
The cheapest flights from JFK to SJO are usually during off-peak season, when demand is lower. To save money, avoid flying during public holidays, school breaks and major local events.
Which airlines fly direct from John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) to Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO)?
Fly directly from John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) to Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) on a JetBlue Airways flight.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from JFK to SJO?
With tickets starting at $103 for a one-way flight from JFK to SJO, JetBlue Airways is currently the cheapest carrier for this route. This fare is based on the lowest price found on Expedia departing within the next three months. The flight takes off from JFK on October 7 2025. Prices were last updated on July 12 2025 and have not changed since.
How many flights per day from John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) to Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO)?
On average, you'll only find 1 nonstop flight leaving from John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) to Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) per day. If this doesn't work for you, consider flights with a layover. Just filter your search on Expedia to include one or two stops to discover the next best option.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) to Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO)?
Flights between JFK and SJO tend to be busiest at 5 PM. If you want a quieter trip and possibly cheaper tickets, choose a time when demand is lower.
What day of the week has the most flights from JFK to SJO?
Travel on a Friday if you're after the best selection of flights from John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) to Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO).
What is the earliest flight from John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) to Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO)?
Take the earliest flight at around 5:25PM UTC-5, heading out of John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK). You'll be traveling for around 5h 20m, touching down at Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) at approximately 9:45PM UTC-6.
How long does it take to fly from John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) to Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO)?
It usually takes 5 hours and 20 minutes to cover the 2,200 mi from JFK to SJO.
What airline has the least delays from JFK to SJO?
With 85% of flights generally arriving as scheduled, American Airlines has the best on-time performance for nonstop flights from John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) to Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO). To monitor your flight status and get notified about any changes, use the Expedia App.
What is the best time to fly from John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) to Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO)?
To land at Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) on schedule, opt for a flight that leaves from John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) before 3 PM. The chance of cancellations is 22% higher, on average, for departures after this hour.**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 San José from John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK)?
If you're traveling on a direct flight from John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) to San José, Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) is the only airport you can land at.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) to Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) last-minute?
Booking your flight from JFK to SJO right before your journey is typically more expensive. But if you're flexible with your departure times and dates, you could snag a cheap last-minute fare.
Is it cheaper to book a JFK to SJO flight and hotel package?
Compared with arranging flights and hotels separately, booking a JFK to SJO flight and hotel package with Expedia could result in significant savings. Better yet, having everything in one place takes the hassle out of planning your trip. Just secure your flights and select from our wide range of stays, then personalize your trip with other add-ons like car rentals and activities.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) to Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO)?
If you reserved your JFK to SJO flight in the last 24 hours, you may be able to modify or cancel it at no cost. Depending on the airline and the fare type you purchased, additional charges may apply for changes after that time. Airline policies and contact information can be found in your itinerary or confirmation email. Or, go to our Customer Service portal for more details.

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