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We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like New York to San Jose Juan Santamaria flights are currently cheapest in April.

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Compare routes from New York to San Jose below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than San Jose Juan Santamaria.

New York to San Jose: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 1,448
Cheapest month to flyApril
Average flight time5 hrs, 23 mins
Most popular airlineUnited
Average flights per week24

Finding cheap flights from New York to San Jose Juan Santamaria: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from New York to San Jose Juan Santamaria is R 4,244. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
5 hours and 22 minutes is the average flight time from New York to San Jose Juan Santamaria.
United and jetBlue fly direct from New York to San Jose Juan Santamaria.
As of April 2025, there are 24 flights per week flying from New York to San Jose Juan Santamaria.
The cheapest month to fly from New York to San Jose Juan Santamaria is usually April 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from New York to San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport on Tuesday, 29 April 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 5 hours and 22 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to San Jose Juan Santamaria but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to San Jose is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Travelling from New York to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO): what you need to know

  • You can choose from a range of airports when planning your flight from New York to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO). Check out your options for flying out of Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR), John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) and LaGuardia Airport (LGA).

  • Approximately 5 hours 23 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from New York to Juan Santamaria International Airport.

  • Juan Santamaria International Airport is located in San Jose. The city operates in the UTC-6 timezone and is 2 hours behind New York.

  • The busiest route is from Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO), with 16 direct services every week. If you'd like to get going as soon as possible, the earliest flight from EWR to SJO is the 07:00 United option. If you have other commitments or plans on your day of travel, the last departure is at 18:40 with jetBlue.

  • Give yourself plenty of time to get on your flight from New York to SJO. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • Flying during a peak time like August? High seasons (like spring break, summer and Thanksgiving) can easily add another hour at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.

Airports in New York

Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)

  • You can book a direct flight from New York to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) leaving from Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR).

  • United is a well-known carrier that offers direct flights from New York to Juan Santamaria International Airport leaving from EWR.

  • Consider adding a stopover to potentially save money on your flight from New York to SJO. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR). Take a break from travelling at one of these popular options:

    • Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)

    • Orlando International Airport (MCO)

    • Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT)

  • The distance from central New York to EWR is approximately 24 kilometres. Use Google Maps for the quickest way to get there, whether you plan to drive or take public transport.

  • Booked an early flight from New York to Juan Santamaria International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these hotels close to Newark Liberty International Airport:

John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)

  • Looking to fly out of John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)? You can reserve a direct flight from New York to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) departing from this busy hub.

  • From JFK, direct flights from New York to SJO can be booked with United.

  • Visit friends or family or just take a moment to refresh yourself with a stopover. If you'd like to break up your flight from New York to Juan Santamaria International Airport, check out these options when leaving from John F. Kennedy International Airport:

    • Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL)

    • Orlando International Airport (MCO)

    • Tocumen International Airport (PTY)

  • With public transport, you can travel from central New York to JFK in about 1 hour and 20 minutes. The airport is roughly 48 kilometres away, and making the journey by car will take approximately 48 minutes.

  • You're off on holiday, so why not extend it with an additional night away? Think about checking in to one of these hotels near John F. Kennedy International Airport the day before your flight from New York to SJO:

About Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)

Getting from Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) to central San Jose

  • Juan Santamaria International Airport is approximately 18 kilometres from the centre of San Jose. With a car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is about 21 minutes.

  • It typically takes 2 hours and 22 minutes if you're using public transport.

How to find the cheapest flights from New York to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)

  • Book a one-way ticket from New York to Juan Santamaria International Airport from R 1,448 or travel return from just R 4,244. The prices shown are based on availability and could change when you book.

  • You're more likely to find cheap tickets from New York to SJO when you book 8 months ahead of takeoff. We crunched the flight price data and found that's when fares for this route are usually at their lowest.

  • Schedule your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for tickets from New York to Juan Santamaria International Airport. If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the best price across every month.

  • Create a Price Alert for cheap tickets from New York to SJO. You don't need to search every day to find out if fares have dropped. We'll update you as soon as the price changes.

  • Play around with the filters to find your ideal trip. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from New York to Juan Santamaria International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by departure and arrival times, airline, and number of stops.

The best time to fly from New York to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)

  • July is the most popular month for flights from New York to Juan Santamaria International Airport. To avoid the crowds, head to San Jose in May when it's quieter.

  • Lock in your flight from New York to SJO for March if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in San Jose to range from 12ºC to 29ºC.

  • If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from New York to Juan Santamaria International Airport in January when temperatures average between 12ºC and 26ºC.

More about San Jose

  • After locking in your flight from New York to Juan Santamaria International Airport, think about where you'd like to stay in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring San Jose:

  • Every great adventure has to include a little sightseeing. Teatro Nacional Costa Rica, National Park (Parque Nacional) and Plaza de la Cultura are must-do's during your San Jose adventure.

Complete your San Jose trip with a car rental

  • Finding you a cheap flight from New York to Juan Santamaria International Airport isn't the only trick up our sleeve. Browse our car rentals in San Jose and explore the city on your own terms. We search for deals from trusted car rental providers and put them all in one place. You can instantly compare rates and then book with no fees.

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