CA $180 Cheap Flights from San José (SJO) to New York (JFK)

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

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at CA $180 for one-way flights and CA $306 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

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

September is typically the cheapest month to fly

From CA $298 - CA $411 per traveller.

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Flight from San José to New York (SJO - JFK) route information
Origin airport
Juan Santamaría Intl.
Destination airport
John F. Kennedy Intl.
Airlines serving
Aeromexico, Air Canada, American Airlines, Copa, Delta, JetBlue Airways, avianca
Roundtrip price
CA $306
Distance
3537 km
Average flight time
6 hours 5 mins

San José to New York Flights

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

With Expedia, it’s simple to find and book flights to New York from San José 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 John F. Kennedy 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 San José to New York today, tomorrow, or this week.  

 

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

Sort your search results by price to find great deals on your flight from San José to New York—you get all your cheapest options first. Grab yourself a bargain now—the lowest price on flights to New York from San José currently is just CA $306 rising to CA $837.  

Here are more money-saving tips: 

  • Fly in September when flight prices are normally at their lowest 
  • Book about a month to 6 weeks before you travel for the best prices to New York  
  • 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 New York from San José 

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 New York with Expedia today.

Frequently asked questions

How much is a flight from Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) to JFK?
If you're planning on travelling between Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) and JFK Airport, round-trip flights start from CA $306. This figure is based on fares available within the last 7 days on Expedia for flights departing within the next year, so don't hang about. Book today and save yourself money and time. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.
Do I need to pay a cancellation fee if I cancel my flight from SJO to JFK Airport?
Most flights can be cancelled online, but whether or not you incur a fee depends on your airline. If you do need to cancel your escape, follow the easy instructions in the Customer Service Portal.
How do I find cheap flights from SJO to JFK that have flexible change policies?
Plenty of airlines offer the option to reschedule your flight without charging a fee. All you pay is the cost difference between the two flights. When looking for Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport to JFK Airport flights, you'll find a "No change fees" box for you to tick.
How many hours is the flight from SJO to John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK)?
It takes roughly 10 hours and 32 minutes to fly from Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) to JFK. If you'd like to catch up on some sleep, bring a neck pillow, some earplugs and something to keep you warm.
How far is the flight from Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) to JFK?
Around 3,600 kilometres separates San José and Jamaica, so pack some in-flight entertainment to help you fill in a few hours. That gripping novel you haven't started will be perfect.
Which airlines fly direct from Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) to John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK)?
JetBlue (B6) will fly you from Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport to John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) comfortably and reliably. Take your pick of 30 direct flights each month on this route.
Are SJO to JFK Airport flight tickets cheaper when they're purchased at the last minute?
Booking your trip from SJO to JFK last minute could be your ticket to a fantastic deal. However, it could end up costing a good deal more! If you'd prefer to err on the side of caution, book well ahead of your departure date. In fact, Expedia has some of the biggest 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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