$157 Cheap Flights from San José (SJO) to Newark Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR)

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Cheap Flights from San José to Newark Liberty Intl. Airport (SJO-EWR)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $157 for one-way flights and $233 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

United
Thu, Oct 30 - Mon, Nov 3
SJO
San José
EWR
New York
$233 Roundtrip, found 14 hours ago
$233
Roundtrip
found 14 hours ago
Select United flight, departing Thu, Oct 30 from San José to New York, returning Mon, Nov 3, priced at $233 found 14 hours ago
Spirit Airlines
Tue, Nov 11 - Mon, Nov 24
SJO
San José
EWR
New York
$240 Roundtrip, found 10 hours ago
$240
Roundtrip
found 10 hours ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Tue, Nov 11 from San José to New York, returning Mon, Nov 24, priced at $240 found 10 hours ago
Delta
Fri, Oct 31 - Mon, Nov 3
SJO
San José
EWR
New York
$243 Roundtrip, found 6 hours ago
$243
Roundtrip
found 6 hours ago
Select Delta flight, departing Fri, Oct 31 from San José to New York, returning Mon, Nov 3, priced at $243 found 6 hours ago
United
Mon, Oct 27 - Mon, Nov 3
SJO
San José
EWR
New York
$243 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$243
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select United flight, departing Mon, Oct 27 from San José to New York, returning Mon, Nov 3, priced at $243 found 1 day ago
Spirit Airlines
Wed, May 21 - Wed, May 28
SJO
San José
EWR
New York
$245 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$245
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Wed, May 21 from San José to New York, returning Wed, May 28, priced at $245 found 1 hour ago
Spirit Airlines
Fri, May 30 - Sat, Jun 14
SJO
San José
EWR
New York
$248 Roundtrip, found 5 hours ago
$248
Roundtrip
found 5 hours ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Fri, May 30 from San José to New York, returning Sat, Jun 14, priced at $248 found 5 hours ago
Spirit Airlines
Tue, Nov 11 - Mon, Nov 24
SJO
San José
EWR
New York
$249 Roundtrip, found 10 hours ago
$249
Roundtrip
found 10 hours ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Tue, Nov 11 from San José to New York, returning Mon, Nov 24, priced at $249 found 10 hours ago
United
Wed, Nov 12 - Mon, Nov 24
SJO
San José
EWR
New York
$251 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$251
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select United flight, departing Wed, Nov 12 from San José to New York, returning Mon, Nov 24, priced at $251 found 6 days ago
American Airlines
Thu, Oct 23 - Mon, Nov 3
SJO
San José
EWR
New York
$253 Roundtrip, found 9 hours ago
$253
Roundtrip
found 9 hours ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Thu, Oct 23 from San José to New York, returning Mon, Nov 3, priced at $253 found 9 hours ago
Frontier Airlines
Sat, May 31 - Sat, Jun 7
SJO
San José
EWR
New York
$390 Roundtrip, found 23 hours ago
$390
Roundtrip
found 23 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Sat, May 31 from San José to New York, returning Sat, Jun 7, priced at $390 found 23 hours ago
Flights from San José (SJO) to Newark Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR)
Origin airport
Juan Santamaría Intl.
Destination airport
Newark Liberty Intl. Airport
Airlines serving
Aeromexico, Air Canada, Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Copa, Delta, Frontier Airlines, Hahn Air Technologies, JetBlue Airways, Spirit Airlines, United
Roundtrip price
$232
Distance
2207 mi

San José to Newark Liberty Intl. Airport Flights

The cheapest times to fly from San José to Newark Liberty Intl. Airport

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

The best time to book a flight from San José to Newark Liberty Intl. Airport

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from San José to Newark Liberty Intl. Airport: 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 Newark Liberty Intl. Airport

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 Newark Liberty Intl. Airport in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $157 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 Newark Liberty Intl. Airport 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.

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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 Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) to Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR) cost?
You can land cheap return fares from Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) to Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR) starting from $351. Grab your seat and take off on your trip. 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 United flight leaving SJO on April 25 2025 and touching down at EWR. The price was last updated on April 22 2025 and has not changed since.
What is the cheapest month to fly from SJO to EWR?
The cheapest flights from SJO to EWR 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 Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) to Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR)?
Fly nonstop from Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) to Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR) on a United Airlines flight.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from SJO to EWR?
Currently, the cheapest airline operating one-way flights from SJO to EWR is United. You can jet off on this route from $193. This fare is based on the lowest price found on Expedia departing within the next three months. The flight takes off from SJO on June 12 2025. Prices were last updated on April 22 2025 and have not changed since.
How many flights per day from Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) to Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR)?
With, on average, 2 nonstop flights departing from Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) to Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR) every day, you’ll be jetting off in no time.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) to Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR)?
More passengers fly between SJO and EWR at 9 AM than at any other time of day. Looking to skip the crowds? Pick a flight outside the busiest times and it’s possible you’ll save on your ticket as well.
What day of the week has the most flights from SJO to EWR?
If you depart on a Saturday, you’ll get the widest range of choices for flights from Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) to Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR).
What is the earliest flight from Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) to Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR)?
Take the earliest flight at around 9:05AM UTC-6, departing from Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO). You’ll be flying for roughly 5h 12m, landing at Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR) at approximately 3:17PM UTC-5.
How long does it take to fly from Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) to Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR)?
It takes roughly 5 hours and 12 minutes to fly the 2,200 mi from SJO to EWR.
What airline has the least delays from SJO to EWR?
United Airlines has the strongest track record for on-time direct flights from Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) to Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR), with an on-time score of 85%. Use the Expedia App to view your flight schedule before you head off and get notified of any changes.
What is the best time to fly from Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) to Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR)?
To avoid potential delays on the Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) to Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR) route, aim to fly before 3 PM. Later departures have a 22% higher chance of cancellation.**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 Newark from Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO)?
If you’re taking a direct flight from Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) to Newark, you’ll come into land at either Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR) or John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK).
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) to Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR) last-minute?
Booking your flight from SJO to EWR right before your journey is typically more expensive. But if there’s some wiggle room with your travel dates and times, you could land a cheap last-minute fare.
Is it cheaper to book a SJO to EWR flight and hotel package?
You’ll generally save money by booking a SJO to EWR flight and hotel package compared to booking separately. In fact, you could save hundreds of dollars by bundling with Expedia. And it’s simple to manage it all in one convenient place. After selecting your preferred flights and accommodations, consider adding extras like car rentals, activities and tours.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) to Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR)?
It’s usually possible to reschedule or cancel your SJO to EWR flight. However, for bookings made more than 24 hours ago, additional charges may apply. Refer to your airline’s policies in your itinerary to see what changes are allowed and if any costs are involved. You’ll also find more details on our Customer Service portal.

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