On this page, you can find and book flights from San Jose to New York. The 3,553 km journey is served regularly, with an average of 11 flights per week. If you are planning a trip, check in advance how to get to your departure airport and how to arrange a transfer from the arrival airport.
JetBlue, United Airlines, and Avianca operate on this route. Ticket prices are dynamic, so we recommend using the low-fare calendar and price trend chart below to find the best deal.
The table shows direct flights San José → New York City on the selected date. The flight takes approximately 5 h 18 min. Regular flights are operated by United Airlines, JetBlue and Avianca. Departures from Juan Santamaria International Airport airports, arrivals at John F. Kennedy International Airport, Newark Liberty International Airport and LaGuardia Airport.
For each flight, the following details are shown: departure time (local), arrival city and airport, flight number and airline, terminal or gate, and status. Click on a flight to open its details and go to ticket search. To view flights on a different day, change the date above the table.
Below is a calendar of the lowest flight ticket prices for San José — New York City by day. Pick a convenient date and instantly see the fare. The cheapest flights on this route start from AED 746 in b, and the most expensive are around AED 1,158 in ,. If your travel dates are flexible, the calendar will help you find the best price for your preferred period. To view round-trip fares, switch to the "Round trip" tab above the calendar, select your departure date — and the right-hand calendar will highlight the lowest prices for return flights on each day.
San José → New York City, average one-way price
| Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | AED 1,555 | medium | May | AED 1,304 | low | Sep | AED 1,254 | low |
| Feb | AED 1,354 | low | Jun | AED 1,555 | medium | Oct | AED 1,354 | low |
| Mar | AED 1,454 | medium | Jul | AED 1,705 | high | Nov | AED 1,504 | medium |
| Apr | AED 1,404 | medium | Aug | AED 1,655 | high | Dec | AED 1,755 | high |
Some values are estimated based on seasonality.
The warmest month in New York is July (up to 29.6°C), which also leads in terms of rainfall. January and February bring the coldest days, with average lows dropping to -2.2°C.
The most budget-friendly flights from San Jose are available in November, with prices starting AED 745. In August, ticket costs traditionally rise, reaching a yearly peak starting AED 1,158.
October is an excellent choice for a trip thanks to dry weather and moderate prices. While it is more economical to fly during the winter months, you should take into account the freezing and windy weather at the destination.
Three main carriers operate on the air route from Costa Rica to the USA: JetBlue, United Airlines, and Avianca. Most flights run regularly, providing a stable connection between the cities throughout the week. You can explore each airline's detailed schedule, available departure days, and direct route options in the interactive list provided below.
Flights San José — New York City depart from Juan Santamaria International Airport and arrive at John F. Kennedy International Airport, Newark Liberty International Airport, LaGuardia Airport and Westchester County Airport. Below are pages for the cities, countries, and airports on the route: airlines, schedules, and travel guides.
The distance between the cities is 3,553 km, so the travel time for a direct flight averages about 5 hours, excluding taxiing and pre-flight procedures.
The main carriers operating regular flights on this route are JetBlue, United Airlines, and Avianca.
Ticket prices fluctuate constantly depending on the season and demand; you can find the current minimum for your dates in the low-fare calendar or the price trend chart on this page.
Flights from Costa Rica are usually handled by the region's largest international hubs, such as John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) or Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR).
The lowest fares are often found when booking 8–10 weeks before the trip, and statistics show that November is the cheapest month to fly.
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