S$163 Cheap Flights from New York to San José

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

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at S$163 for one-way flights and S$387 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

American Airlines
Sat, 5 Jul - Sun, 13 Jul
JFK
New York
SJO
San José
S$387 Return, found 2 hours ago
S$387
Return
found 2 hours ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Sat, 5 Jul from New York to San José, returning Sun, 13 Jul, priced at S$387 found 2 hours ago
American Airlines
Tue, 15 Jul - Sat, 19 Jul
JFK
New York
SJO
San José
S$417 Return, found 2 days ago
S$417
Return
found 2 days ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Tue, 15 Jul from New York to San José, returning Sat, 19 Jul, priced at S$417 found 2 days ago
American Airlines
Sat, 5 Jul - Sun, 13 Jul
JFK
New York
SJO
San José
S$423 Return, found 2 hours ago
S$423
Return
found 2 hours ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Sat, 5 Jul from New York to San José, returning Sun, 13 Jul, priced at S$423 found 2 hours ago
American Airlines
Tue, 15 Jul - Sat, 19 Jul
JFK
New York
SJO
San José
S$424 Return, found 2 days ago
S$424
Return
found 2 days ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Tue, 15 Jul from New York to San José, returning Sat, 19 Jul, priced at S$424 found 2 days ago
American Airlines
Tue, 15 Jul - Sat, 19 Jul
JFK
New York
SJO
San José
S$430 Return, found 2 days ago
S$430
Return
found 2 days ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Tue, 15 Jul from New York to San José, returning Sat, 19 Jul, priced at S$430 found 2 days ago
American Airlines
Tue, 15 Jul - Sat, 19 Jul
JFK
New York
SJO
San José
S$437 Return, found 2 days ago
S$437
Return
found 2 days ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Tue, 15 Jul from New York to San José, returning Sat, 19 Jul, priced at S$437 found 2 days ago
avianca
Tue, 26 Aug - Fri, 29 Aug
JFK
New York
SJO
San José
S$438 Return, found 2 days ago
S$438
Return
found 2 days ago
Select avianca flight, departing Tue, 26 Aug from New York to San José, returning Fri, 29 Aug, priced at S$438 found 2 days ago
Delta
Tue, 26 Aug - Fri, 29 Aug
JFK
New York
SJO
San José
S$466 Return, found 2 days ago
S$466
Return
found 2 days ago
Select Delta flight, departing Tue, 26 Aug from New York to San José, returning Fri, 29 Aug, priced at S$466 found 2 days ago
Copa
Tue, 26 Aug - Fri, 29 Aug
JFK
New York
SJO
San José
S$621 Return, found 2 days ago
S$621
Return
found 2 days ago
Select Copa flight, departing Tue, 26 Aug from New York to San José, returning Fri, 29 Aug, priced at S$621 found 2 days ago
Aeromexico
Wed, 1 Apr - Sun, 5 Apr
JFK
New York
SJO
San José
S$901 Return, found 2 days ago
S$901
Return
found 2 days ago
Select Aeromexico flight, departing Wed, 1 Apr from New York to San José, returning Sun, 5 Apr, priced at S$901 found 2 days ago

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

September is typically the cheapest month to fly

From S$278 - S$376 per traveller.

Graph displaying average flight prices per month

New York to San José route information
Origin airport
John F. Kennedy Intl.
Destination airport
Juan Santamaría Intl.
Airlines serving
American Airlines, Copa, avianca
Return price
S$386
Distance
3537 km
Average flight time
4 hours 32 mins

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*Note: Prices may vary based on availability and are subject to change.

Frequently asked questions

How much is a flight from JFK to Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport?
The lowest price advertised for a round-trip flight from John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) to SJO is S$387. But you better get a move on. This figure is based on fares offered within the last 7 days on Expedia for flights departing within the next year. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.
Do I need to pay a cancellation fee if I cancel my flight from JFK Airport to Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport?
The majority of flights can be cancelled online, but each airline has a different set of terms and conditions. If you do decide to cancel your flight, go to our Customer Service Portal and follow the instructions.
How do I find cheap flights from John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) to SJO that have flexible change policies?
Many airlines offer the option to reschedule your flight without a change fee. All you pay is the difference between the original flight and the new flight. When you're searching for JFK Airport to Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport flights, you'll see a "no change fees" filter for you to select.
How far is the flight from JFK to Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport?
Expect to be cruising at altitude for a while, as the flight distance from JFK to SJO is 3,600 kilometres. Set up a playlist of your favourite tunes before leaving home to keep yourself entertained during the journey.
Which airlines fly direct from JFK Airport to Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO)?
Flying nonstop between JFK and SJO isn't possible at this time. However, you'll still be able to book a flight to San Jose with at least one stop.
Are JFK Airport to SJO flight tickets cheaper when they're purchased at the last minute?
Booking your trip from JFK to Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport last minute could save you some serious cash. However, you might miss out on a flight altogether! If you'd prefer not to take any chances, book well ahead of your departure date. In fact, Expedia has some of the best bargains up to a year in advance. If your preferred carrier hasn't released tickets yet, check back often as deals are updated all the time on Expedia.

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New York Airports

New York

LaGuardia to San José
S$447.30

Newark Liberty Intl. Airport

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