CA $127 Cheap Flights from New York (JFK) to San José (SJO)

Featured airlines

    Plan, book, fly with confidence
    trending down icon
    Be in the know
    Get alerts if flight prices drop or rise*
    bex rewards loyalty icon
    Book smarter
    Save up to 30% on select hotels after you book a flight*
    payments icon
    Earn twice
    Earn your airline miles on top of our rewards

Cheap flights from New York (JFK) to San José (SJO)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at CA $127 for one-way flights and CA $306 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

American Airlines
JetBlue Airways
JetBlue Airways
Copa
JetBlue Airways
Copa
American Airlines
American Airlines
JetBlue Airways
JetBlue Airways
Flight from New York to San José (JFK - SJO) route information
Origin airport
John F. Kennedy Intl.
Destination airport
Juan Santamaría Intl.
Airlines serving
Aeromexico, Air Canada, American Airlines, Copa, Delta, JetBlue Airways, avianca
Roundtrip price
CA $305
Distance
3537 km
Average flight time
6 hours 10 mins

New York to San José Flights

The easy way to book your flights from New York to San José 

With Expedia, it’s simple to find and book flights to San José from New York whether you’re traveling for business or pleasure. Enter your travel dates, hit search, and choose your flight from 20 airlines that cover this route. There are nonstop flights to Juan Santamaría Intl., too.  

Choose your preferred carrier and cabin class with the advanced search tool and select your ideal departure time. Then, if you want, you can see just nonstop or refundable flights. And if you’re traveling last minute, just enter the date to check out flights from New York to San José today, tomorrow, or this week.  

 

Save dollars with cheap flights from John F. Kennedy Intl., JFK to Juan Santamaría Intl., SJO 

Sort your search results by price to find great deals on your flight from New York to San José—you get all your cheapest options first. Grab yourself a bargain now—the lowest price on flights to San José from New York currently is just CA $306 rising to CA $406.  

Here are more money-saving tips: 

  • Fly in May when flight prices are normally at their lowest 
  • Book about a month to 6 weeks before you travel for the best prices to San José  
  • Avoid peak season and weekends when flights can cost more
  • Early morning and late-night flights are sometimes cheaper, so try varying your travel times 
  • One surefire way to save money on your flight is to book your flight and hotel together with Expedia. Sometimes, the savings are so large that the flight is basically free! 

 

Reasons to choose Expedia for your flight to San José from New York 

Whatever your destination, budget, or reason to travel, in just one quick search, you can choose from loads of flights, airlines, and cabin classes. The filters make it quick and easy to find your ideal flights, and if you choose one of the flexible options, you won’t be charged to change your flight. So book your flight to San José with Expedia today.

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 CA $306. 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 canceled 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 kilometers. Set up a playlist of your favorite 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.
New York nearby Airports

White Plains

New York

*Available to Expedia members.