Cheap flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport, NY to San José from C$ 163

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 11/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JFK — SJO
15 Oct — 22 Oct1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy

Cheap flight deals from John F Kennedy Intl to San José

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from John F Kennedy Intl (JFK) to San José (SJO). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 15 September 2025.

Round-trip from

C$ 314

One-way from

C$ 163

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

C$ 500

Good round-trip deal

C$ 640 or less
Avianca
  • Avianca
  • 22/10-28/10
  • 2 total stops
  • 19h 45m total
  • New York to San José
JetBlue
  • JetBlue
  • 11/3
  • Nonstop
  • 5h 19m total
  • New York to San José
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 11% potential increase in price (C$ 104 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease (C$ 36 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in September 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl to San José Juan Santamaria Intl.

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Cheapest flights from John F Kennedy Intl to San José
Explore the most affordable flight options available from John F Kennedy Intl to San José. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 15 September 2025.

Wed 22/103:50 a.m.JFK - SJO
1 stop7h 30mAvianca
Tue 28/103:05 p.m.SJO - JFK
1 stop12h 15mAvianca
Deal found 14/9C$ 314
Thu 30/105:05 p.m.JFK - SJO
1 stop8h 35mAvianca
Thu 6/115:00 a.m.SJO - JFK
1 stop7h 35mAvianca
Deal found 15/9C$ 318
Sun 16/113:05 p.m.JFK - SJO
1 stop9h 35mAvianca
Fri 28/113:05 p.m.SJO - JFK
1 stop8h 15mAvianca
Deal found 14/9C$ 319
Thu 23/108:30 p.m.JFK - SJO
1 stop17h 25mJetBlue
Tue 28/103:25 p.m.SJO - JFK
Nonstop5h 01mJetBlue
Deal found 15/9C$ 322
Tue 9/128:30 a.m.JFK - SJO
1 stop14h 42mDelta
Mon 15/127:00 a.m.SJO - JFK
1 stop14h 19mDelta
Deal found 15/9C$ 326
Tue 14/107:00 a.m.JFK - SJO
1 stop6h 55mJetBlue
Thu 30/103:25 p.m.SJO - JFK
Nonstop5h 01mJetBlue
Deal found 15/9C$ 329
Fri 7/1110:30 a.m.JFK - SJO
Nonstop5h 22mJetBlue
Tue 11/114:25 p.m.SJO - JFK
Nonstop5h 01mJetBlue
Deal found 14/9C$ 333
Sat 15/113:05 p.m.JFK - SJO
1 stop9h 35mAvianca
Fri 28/113:05 p.m.SJO - JFK
1 stop8h 15mAvianca
Deal found 14/9C$ 338
Mon 13/107:00 a.m.JFK - SJO
1 stop6h 55mJetBlue
Tue 28/103:25 p.m.SJO - JFK
Nonstop5h 01mJetBlue
Deal found 14/9C$ 348
Thu 13/115:50 a.m.JFK - SJO
1 stop8h 50mAvianca
Fri 28/114:30 p.m.SJO - JFK
1 stop7h 30mAvianca
Deal found 14/9C$ 351

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John F Kennedy Intl

Fly to

San José

Route

Depart

Return

Price

New YorkSan José

JFK - SJO

JFKSJO

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 12/11

1:16 a.m.-9:59 a.m.

1 stop9h 43m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 17/11

4:08 a.m.-5:17 p.m.

1 stop12h 09m

C$ 370

New YorkSan José

JFK - SJO

JFKSJO

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 9/12

8:30 a.m.-10:12 p.m.

1 stop14h 42m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 11/12

7:00 a.m.-1:06 a.m.

1 stop17h 06m

C$ 387

New YorkSan José

JFK - SJO

JFKSJO

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 22/1

2:44 p.m.-7:06 a.m.

1 stop17h 22m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 9/2

4:09 a.m.-5:17 p.m.

1 stop12h 08m

C$ 388

New YorkSan José

JFK - SJO

JFKSJO

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 18/10

7:00 a.m.-11:55 a.m.

1 stop6h 55m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 25/10

2:05 p.m.-9:08 p.m.

Nonstop5h 03m

C$ 390

New YorkSan José

JFK - SJO

JFKSJO

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 2/11

2:15 a.m.-9:59 a.m.

1 stop8h 44m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 10/11

4:08 a.m.-12:57 p.m.

1 stop7h 49m

C$ 427

New YorkSan José

JFK - SJO

JFKSJO

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 29/10

2:16 a.m.-4:50 p.m.

2 stops16h 34m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 13/11

11:00 a.m.-11:46 p.m.

1 stop11h 46m

C$ 434

New YorkSan José

JFK - SJO

JFKSJO

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 16/11

2:44 p.m.-7:33 a.m.

1 stop17h 49m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 18/11

4:08 a.m.-2:17 p.m.

1 stop9h 09m

C$ 438

New YorkSan José

JFK - SJO

JFKSJO

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 30/10

2:16 a.m.-8:19 a.m.

1 stop8h 03m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 10/11

4:08 a.m.-11:46 p.m.

1 stop18h 38m

C$ 448

New YorkSan José

JFK - SJO

JFKSJO

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 23/11

6:30 p.m.-10:53 p.m.

Nonstop5h 23m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 3/12

4:15 p.m.-10:16 p.m.

Nonstop5h 01m

C$ 452

New YorkSan José

JFK - SJO

JFKSJO

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 28/11

6:30 p.m.-10:53 p.m.

Nonstop5h 23m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 3/12

4:15 p.m.-10:16 p.m.

Nonstop5h 01m

C$ 452

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Best time to book a flight from John F Kennedy Intl to San José

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Everything you need to know about your flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to San José

How far ahead should I book a flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to San José, San José Province?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from John F Kennedy Intl to San José. Price data was last updated on 12 September 2025.

Booking 79 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to San José, San José Province. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to San José, San José Province?

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to San José, San José Province (average of C$ 486). Flying from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to San José, San José Province in December is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 683). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from JFK to SJO?

Find hourly flight availability from John F Kennedy Intl to San José. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 15 September 2025.

When flying from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to San José, San José Province, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight at noon, which can drop the price by up to 26% versus a flight in the morning.

Reviews of airlines servicing San José

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San José. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to San José. Reviews last updated 15 September 2025.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with JetBlue and Spirit Airlines from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to San José to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Comfort

7.6

Food

6.7

Overall

7.2

Boarding

7.4

Crew

8.0

Entertainment

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

JACK,Sep 2025

JFK - MSY

I liked the professional services of the crew. Keep up the good work.

Comfort

7.6

Food

6.7

Overall

7.2

Boarding

7.4

Crew

8.0

Entertainment

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

JACK,Sep 2025

JFK - MSY

I liked the professional services of the crew. Keep up the good work.

Comfort

7.6

Food

6.7

Overall

7.2

Boarding

7.4

Crew

8.0

Entertainment

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

JACK,Sep 2025

JFK - MSY

I liked the professional services of the crew. Keep up the good work.

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  • What airport do you fly into for flights to San José from New York John F Kennedy Intl?

    San José Juan Santamaria Intl (SJO), located 14.1 km from the city centre, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl to San José. 2 airlines have flights to Juan Santamaria Intl from New York John F Kennedy Intl on a regular basis. Booking flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl to San José Juan Santamaria Intl should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 1 inbound flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl per day.

  • How long is the flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to San José, San José Province?

    Copa Airlines, Delta, and JetBlue can get you from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to San José, San José Province in just under 6h 55m. Your travel time can differ by up to 7h 47m. There are 3557 km between New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport and San José, San José Province. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to San José, San José Province round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to San José, San José Province round-trip from C$ 299. Another airline that can offer you cheap pricing is Spirit Airlines. JetBlue is priced at 50% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to San José, San José Province?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to San José, San José Province? While on average our users pay C$ 642, our data indicates the cheapest price to be C$ 640. The most popular route (New York John F Kennedy Intl - San José Juan Santamaria Intl), is priced around C$ 330.

  • Can I find deals for flights from John F Kennedy Intl to San José that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on John F Kennedy Intl to San José flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from John F Kennedy Intl to San José?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from John F Kennedy Intl to San José.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from John F Kennedy Intl to San José?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from John F Kennedy Intl to San José by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to San José, San José Province?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to San José, San José Province (average of C$ 486). Flying from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to San José, San José Province in December is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 683). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 2 airlines flying from John F Kennedy Intl to San José

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
JetBlueCheapestC$ 299AverageC$ 601FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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Spirit AirlinesCheapestC$ 424AverageC$ 708FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
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