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      Flight deals from New York Newark to San Jose Juan Santamaria

      Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from New York Newark Airport to San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from R 7,182. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
      San Jose.R 2,389 per passenger.Departing Tue, 17 Nov.One-way flight with Arajet.Outbound indirect flight with Arajet, departs from New York Newark on Tue, 17 Nov, arriving in San Jose Juan Santamaria.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,389, select.
      San Jose.R 2,422 per passenger.Departing Wed, 28 Apr.One-way flight with Arajet.Outbound indirect flight with Arajet, departs from New York Newark on Wed, 28 Apr, arriving in San Jose Juan Santamaria.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,422, select.
      San Jose.R 2,480 per passenger.Departing Tue, 23 Feb.One-way flight with Arajet.Outbound indirect flight with Arajet, departs from New York Newark on Tue, 23 Feb, arriving in San Jose Juan Santamaria.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,480, select.
      San Jose.R 2,489 per passenger.Departing Wed, 9 Jun.One-way flight with Arajet.Outbound indirect flight with Arajet, departs from New York Newark on Wed, 9 Jun, arriving in San Jose Juan Santamaria.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,489, select.
      San Jose.R 2,490 per passenger.Departing Mon, 1 Mar.One-way flight with Arajet.Outbound indirect flight with Arajet, departs from New York Newark on Mon, 1 Mar, arriving in San Jose Juan Santamaria.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,490, select.
      San Jose.R 2,499 per passenger.Departing Wed, 5 May.One-way flight with Arajet.Outbound indirect flight with Arajet, departs from New York Newark on Wed, 5 May, arriving in San Jose Juan Santamaria.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,499, select.
      San Jose.R 2,811 per passenger.Departing Mon, 7 Dec.One-way flight with jetBlue.Outbound indirect flight with jetBlue, departs from New York Newark on Mon, 7 Dec, arriving in San Jose Juan Santamaria.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,811, select.
      San Jose.R 2,848 per passenger.Departing Tue, 19 Jan.One-way flight with Arajet.Outbound indirect flight with Arajet, departs from New York Newark on Tue, 19 Jan, arriving in San Jose Juan Santamaria.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,848, select.
      San Jose.R 2,876 per passenger.Departing Tue, 20 Oct.One-way flight with Lufthansa.Outbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departs from New York Newark on Tue, 20 Oct, arriving in San Jose Juan Santamaria.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,876, select.
      San Jose.R 2,991 per passenger.Departing Wed, 9 Dec.One-way flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from New York Newark on Wed, 9 Dec, arriving in San Jose Juan Santamaria.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,991, select.
      San Jose.R 2,993 per passenger.Departing Wed, 14 Oct.One-way flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from New York Newark on Wed, 14 Oct, arriving in San Jose Juan Santamaria.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,993, select.
      San Jose.R 2,993 per passenger.Departing Tue, 17 Nov.One-way flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from New York Newark on Tue, 17 Nov, arriving in San Jose Juan Santamaria.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,993, select.
      San Jose.R 3,223 per passenger.Departing Tue, 26 Jan.One-way flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from New York Newark on Tue, 26 Jan, arriving in San Jose Juan Santamaria.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,223, select.
      San Jose.R 3,244 per passenger.Departing Wed, 31 Mar.One-way flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from New York Newark on Wed, 31 Mar, arriving in San Jose Juan Santamaria.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,244, select.
      San Jose.R 3,328 per passenger.Departing Fri, 18 Sep.One-way flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from New York Newark on Fri, 18 Sep, arriving in San Jose Juan Santamaria.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,328, select.
      San Jose.R 3,535 per passenger.Departing Thu, 27 Aug.One-way flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from New York Newark on Thu, 27 Aug, arriving in San Jose Juan Santamaria.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,535, select.

      Find the cheapest month to fly from New York Newark to San Jose Juan Santamaria

      We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like New York Newark to San Jose Juan Santamaria flights are currently cheapest in November.
      Aug
      from R 3,535
      Sep
      from R 3,328
      Oct
      from R 2,876
      Nov
      from R 2,389
      Dec
      from R 2,811
      Jan
      from R 2,848
      Feb
      from R 2,480
      Mar
      from R 2,490
      Apr
      from R 2,422
      May
      from R 2,499
      Jun
      from R 2,489
      Jul
      from R 3,543

      Direct flights from New York Newark to San Jose Juan Santamaria

      United

      New York Newark to San Jose Juan Santamaria: Alternative routes

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

      San Jose Juan Santamaria

      15km from central San Jose
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      Quepos

      54km from central San Jose
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      Fortuna

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      New York to San Jose: Flight information

      The things to know before you go.
      Cheapest flight foundR 2,389
      Cheapest month to flyNovember
      Average flight time5 hrs, 23 mins
      Most popular airlineUnited
      Average flights per week16

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

      The best price we found for a return flight from New York Newark to San Jose Juan Santamaria is R 5,177. 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 23 minutes is the average flight time from New York Newark to San Jose Juan Santamaria.
      United flies direct from New York Newark to San Jose Juan Santamaria.
      As of August 2026, there are 16 flights per week flying from New York Newark to San Jose Juan Santamaria.
      The cheapest month to fly from New York Newark to San Jose Juan Santamaria is usually November.
      After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from New York Newark Airport to San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport on Tuesday, 10 November 2026.
      Yes – the average flight time is 5 hours and 23 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.

      Currently, Arajet and United offer the cheapest flight tickets to San Jose Juan Santamaria.

      Travelling from New York Newark Airport (EWR) to San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport (SJO): what you need to know

      • Around 5 hours 25 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from New York Newark Airport to San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport.

      • San Jose's timezone is UTC-6, making San Jose one hour behind New York.

      • Each week, there are 14 New York Newark Airport to San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport flights. To jet off as early as possible, go for the 07:00 United Airlines flight. If you'd rather make the most of your day before you fly, the last flight is at 17:04 with United Airlines.

      • Your EWR to SJO flight won't wait if you're running late, so be at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.

      • Travelling during a peak time such as December? School holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer lines at airport checkpoints. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.

      • United is your gateway to exploring San Jose (and maybe even some other great parts of Costa Rica!). Browse the direct flights from New York Newark Airport to San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport offered by this popular airline.

      • Most passengers choose to fly with United on this route.

      • With 76.15% of its services landing on schedule, United is the most punctual carrier offering EWR to SJO flights.

      • We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from New York Newark Airport to San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Stopovers between EWR and SJO include:

        • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport

        • Charlotte Douglas Airport

        • Miami International Airport

      How to find the cheapest flights from New York Newark Airport (EWR) to San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport (SJO)

      • R 2,389 is currently the lowest price for a one-way New York Newark Airport to San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport flight. A return flight starts at R 5,184. These prices can change depending on availability and demand.

      • It's usually smart to book in advance if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from EWR to SJO. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.

      • Plan your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from New York Newark Airport to San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport. If you have flexibility with your dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across every month.

      • Snapping up cheap flights from EWR to SJO is a cinch with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know when a new deal comes up.

      • Select your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from New York Newark Airport to San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport.

      Handy information about New York Newark Airport (EWR)

      • EWR is located at Building 1, Conrad Road.

      • When it comes to New York Newark Airport's on-time performance, 71% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.

      • Central New York to New York Newark Airport is around 14 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 35 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi.

      • You can expect a trip time of around 1 hour when using public transport.

      • Taking an early flight from New York Newark Airport to San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays close to EWR:

      Arriving at San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport (SJO)

      When to fly to San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport (SJO)

      • The quietest month for a flight from New York Newark Airport to San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport is March, while April is the busiest. Pick the best time to visit San Jose based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.

      • Book your flight from New York Newark Airport to San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport for March if you'd like to visit San Jose during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 12ºC (54ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF).

      • If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from EWR to SJO in January. Average temperatures are between 11ºC (52ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF) then.

      Explore more of Costa Rica

      • San Jose has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of Costa Rica just waiting to be discovered. Around 113 kilometres east of San Jose, a trip to Limon will keep your itinerary packed. Check out popular attractions like Veragua Rainforest Park, Playa Bonita and Playa Los Baños.

      Prices shown on this page are estimated lowest prices only. Found in the last 12 days.