Flying from New York to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO): What you need to know
You can choose from a variety of airports when planning your flight from New York to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO). Explore your options for flying out of John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK), Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) and LaGuardia Airport (LGA).
The average duration of a direct New York to Juan Santamaria International Airport flight is 5 hours 20 minutes.
Juan Santamaria International Airport is located in San Jose. The city follows the UTC-6 timezone and is two hours behind New York.
Take your pick of 6 direct flights a week between John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) and Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO). This is the most popular route, with JetBlue Airways offering a 9:30am departure from JFK to SJO.
To ensure you catch your flight from New York to SJO, leave enough time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Delays at security and check-in are more likely if you're flying during high season, so allow a little extra breathing room. The recommendation for peak periods? Arrive up to four hours ahead for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
Airports in New York
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
You can jump on a direct flight from New York to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) leaving from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK).
When jetting out of JFK, you can take a direct flight from New York to Juan Santamaria International Airport with JetBlue Airways.
The top choice among passengers flying between JFK and SJO is JetBlue Airways.
The carrier with the most consistent on-time arrival rate on this route is JetBlue Airways.
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to take a travel break and maybe even visit a new city. When browsing cheap flights from New York to SJO departing from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to find out where you can visit along the way. Some popular options include:
Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL)
El Salvador International Airport (SAL)
Ramon Villeda Morales International Airport (SAP)
JFK is about 48 kilometres from central New York. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 50 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the journey time to be around 1 hour 20 minutes.
Want a leisurely start to your journey? Stay near John F. Kennedy International Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from New York to Juan Santamaria International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Of the flights that depart from John F. Kennedy International Airport, 74.1% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
JFK's address is JFK Airport.
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Thinking of flying out of Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)? Direct New York to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) plane tickets can be booked from this popular hub.
You can board a direct flight from New York to SJO with United Airlines. This is one of the top airlines flying this route out of EWR.
United Airlines is the top choice for travellers flying from EWR to SJO.
The carrier with the best on-time performance is United Airlines. Its Newark Liberty International Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport flights land as scheduled 76.07% of the time.
Squeeze in an extra adventure with a stopover on your flight from New York to Juan Santamaria International Airport. Check out these connections between Newark Liberty International Airport and SJO:
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT)
Miami International Airport (MIA)
EWR is about 24 kilometres from central New York. It takes 30 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 1 hour 10 minutes.
Catching an early morning flight? Think about checking in to one of these accommodation options near Newark Liberty International Airport the day before your New York to SJO flight:
Newark Liberty International Airport has an on-time performance rate of 73.3%. This figure gives an insight into how frequently flights that leave from this airport arrive on time.
EWR is located at Building 1, Conrad Road.
LaGuardia Airport (LGA)
Booking a plane ticket from New York to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) with a stop or two can give you more choice of departure times along with better fares. When departing from LaGuardia Airport (LGA), here are a few places you can make a pit stop at on your way to SJO:
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
Orlando International Airport (MCO)
Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL)
The journey time to LGA from the centre of New York is around 1 hour by public transport. If you're going by car, it'll take you roughly 25 minutes to cover the 18 kilometres or so.
Skip the morning rush on departure day — stay near LaGuardia Airport and know you'll reach the terminal with time to spare. Settle in at one of these hotels the day before if you have an early New York to Juan Santamaria International Airport flight:
LGA has an on-time performance rating of 80.0%. This means the majority of its flights touch down on schedule and your plans stay right on track.
The street address of LaGuardia Airport is Hangar 7 Centre.
About Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from New York to Juan Santamaria International Airport. Make yourself comfy at one of these accommodation options near SJO instead:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Juan Santamaria International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from NextCar, Europcar or Dollar and explore beyond San Jose's usual tourist stops.
Get the best deal by booking your vehicle around three weeks ahead of your New York to Juan Santamaria International Airport flight.
Getting from Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) to central San Jose
Juan Santamaria International Airport to the centre of San Jose is roughly 14 kilometres. If you're renting a car or taking a cab, plan ahead to make your trip as easy as possible. Journey times can vary depending on the time of day and traffic conditions.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 2 hours 20 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from New York to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)
Right now, R 2,031 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from New York to Juan Santamaria International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 4,629. Keep in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from New York to SJO if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird deals.
If you have some flexibility with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the lowest price across each month when searching for your New York to Juan Santamaria International Airport ticket.
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Tailor your travel plans using filters. Select your preferred arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from New York to Juan Santamaria International Airport.
The best time to fly from New York to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)
May is the quietest month for flights from New York to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO), while July is the most popular. Choose the best time to visit San Jose based on whether you like a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
Book a New York to SJO plane ticket departing in March if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in San Jose to range from 12ºC (54ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from New York to Juan Santamaria International Airport in January when temperatures are between 12ºC (54ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF).
More about San Jose
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in San Jose right here. Check out these options as soon as you've booked your flight from New York to Juan Santamaria International Airport:
There are loads of fantastic things to do in San Jose when you're ready to go sightseeing. Kick off your itinerary at National Park (Parque Nacional) followed by Jurassic World and Central Park (Parque Central).
Explore more of Costa Rica
Limon is just one of the many places in Costa Rica waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of San Jose. Around 129 kilometres away to the east, popular attractions include Veragua Rainforest Park, Playa Bonita and Playa Los Baños.
If you're interested in discovering another major stop in Costa Rica, consider Liberia, about 153 kilometres north-west of San Jose. Ponderosa Adventure Park, Ecologico Park and Museo de Guanacaste are key highlights.