Price observed over the last 3 months for a round trip.
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The cheapest flights right now
San Jose – New York
Outbound – Nov 9, 2026
1 stop
7h 49m PTY
Return – Nov 16, 2026
1 stop
7h 47m PTY
$435
yesterday
San Jose – New York
Outbound – Nov 26, 2026
direct
5h 3m Return – Dec 3, 2026
1 stop
7h 0m FLL
$516
today
San Jose – New York
Outbound – Nov 9, 2026
direct
5h 4m Return – Nov 16, 2026
1 stop
9h 3m IAH
$538
yesterday
San Jose – New York
Outbound – Nov 9, 2026
direct
5h 4m Return – Nov 16, 2026
direct
5h 21m $536
yesterday
* Prices are in USD per passenger, including taxes, for a round trip. Prices are based on searches carried out within the last 72 hours. Please note that availability and ticket prices are subject to change and should not be considered as the final price quoted.
Cheapest flight tickets
$418
Average price of a round trip
$491
Average flight ticket price recorded over the last 3 months for a round trip.
Flight duration
5h8
A flight from San José to New York takes on average 5h8.
Best time
September
According to user searches, the ideal month to go to New York is September.
The best flight deals for a week
San Jose – New York
Outbound – Nov 26, 2026
direct
5h 3m Return – Dec 3, 2026
1 stop
7h 0m FLL
$516
today
San Jose – New York
Outbound – Nov 26, 2026
direct
5h 17m Return – Dec 3, 2026
direct
5h 21m $538
today
San Jose – New York
Outbound – Nov 27, 2026
direct
5h 4m Return – Dec 3, 2026
direct
5h 21m $556
today
San Jose – New York
Outbound – Nov 26, 2026
direct
5h 3m Return – Dec 3, 2026
1 stop
6h 46m FLL
$551
today
* Prices are in USD per passenger, including taxes, for a round trip. Prices are based on searches carried out within the last 72 hours. Please note that availability and ticket prices are subject to change and should not be considered as the final price quoted.
Tips for finding a cheap flight from San José to New York
Check out our tips for booking your flight to New York (USA) from San José (Costa Rica) at the cheapest possible price.
Usually, the cheapest month to pick up a ticket on this route is March, with an average flight ticket price of $305 (calculation over the last two years). The most touristic season corresponds to the months of July, December and June.
For the cheapest flights, it is advisable to buy your ticket at least 54 days before the departure date.
The airline offering the cheapest flight tickets is United Airlines. A ticket from the airline United Airlines to New York costs on average $468.
The airlines that offer the most flights are .
info departure city :
San José, Costa Rica
airports :
San José-Juan-Santamaría International Airport (SJO)
San José-Tobías Bolaños Airport (SYQ)
local time :
San José is a city in the country Costa Rica, the time zone is [[timezone]]. In San José, it is currently {fromLocalTime}, the temperature is on average 18°C, with a minimum of 13°C and a maximum of 23°C.
The city of San José has 2 airport(s): San José-Juan-Santamaría and San José-Tobías Bolaños
destination info :
New York, USA
airports :
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
West 30th St. Heliport (JRA)
LaGuardia Airport (LGA)
Skyports Spb. (QNY)
East 34th St. Heliport (TSS)
Downtown Manhattan Heliport (JRB)
Teterboro Airport (TEB)
local time :
New York is in the country USA, the time zone is [[timezone]]. In New York, it is currently {toLocalTime}, the temperature is on average 14°C, with a minimum of 10°C and a maximum of 18°C.
The city of New York (NYC) has 7 airport(s): John F. Kennedy, West 30th St. Heliport, LaGuardia, Skyports Spb., East 34th St. Heliport, Downtown Manhattan Heliport and Teterboro
Useful info about New York
What is the least touristic period to go to New York?
If you want to visit New York during the least touristic period, choose the month of September.
What is the most popular time to travel to New York?
In New York, the most popular month is July. It is during this period that the prices offered by airlines are also the highest.
When should I book my flight from San José to New York?
According to our data, it is recommended to book your flight 54 days before your departure. If you book your flight ticket 8 weeks before your departure, you may find a price below average. You can also choose morning flights that are 100% cheaper than afternoon and evening flights. The cheapest day to book a flight from San José to New York is Monday.
What are the arrival and destination airports when traveling between San José and New York?
When you leave, you can leave from San José-Juan-Santamaría, and you will arrive at Newark Liberty, John F. Kennedy or LaGuardia.
How to reach San José airport from the city centre?
The airport San José-Juan-Santamaría is located 15 km or San José-Tobías Bolaños is located 7 km from the city centre. You can access it by using public transportation, taking a taxi, or renting a car.
Are there other means of transportation to go from San José to New York?
Airplane is the only means of transportation listed on Liligo for this journey.
Are there big differences in weather between San José and New York?
In summer, the average temperature is 24°C in New York and 20°C in San José. The average rainfall in summer is 134 mm in New York and 548 mm in San José. In summer, it is warmer in New York and it rains less in New York. In winter, it is colder in San José and it rains more in New York.
