Cheap flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport, NY to San José from C$ 184

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 20/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JFK — SJO
20 Feb — 27 Feb1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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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 21 January 2026.

Wed 11/39:34 a.m.
JFK
-
SJO
Nonstop5h 19m
JetBlue
Sun 15/311:45 p.m.
SJO
-
JFK
Nonstop4h 55m
JetBlue
Deal found 21/1C$ 368
Tue 19/53:00 a.m.
JFK
-
SJO
1 stop10h 30m
Avianca
Mon 25/53:10 p.m.
SJO
-
JFK
1 stop12h 10m
Avianca
Deal found 20/1C$ 369
Sun 22/26:15 p.m.
JFK
-
SJO
Nonstop5h 23m
JetBlue
Thu 26/23:00 p.m.
SJO
-
JFK
Nonstop5h 01m
JetBlue
Deal found 19/1C$ 377
Thu 12/27:00 a.m.
JFK
-
SJO
1 stop7h 00m
JetBlue
Tue 17/211:59 p.m.
SJO
-
JFK
Nonstop4h 57m
JetBlue
Deal found 21/1C$ 384
Sat 14/27:00 a.m.
JFK
-
SJO
1 stop7h 00m
JetBlue
Sat 21/211:59 p.m.
SJO
-
JFK
Nonstop4h 57m
JetBlue
Deal found 20/1C$ 386
Mon 2/22:44 p.m.
JFK
-
SJO
1 stop17h 22m
Copa Airlines
Tue 3/25:51 p.m.
SJO
-
JFK
1 stop8h 08m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 19/1C$ 389
Tue 27/12:44 p.m.
JFK
-
SJO
1 stop18h 37m
Copa Airlines
Sun 1/25:51 p.m.
SJO
-
JFK
1 stop8h 08m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 19/1C$ 390
Fri 27/22:44 p.m.
JFK
-
SJO
1 stop18h 37m
Copa Airlines
Fri 6/38:11 a.m.
SJO
-
JFK
1 stop15h 49m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 19/1C$ 391
Sat 28/37:10 p.m.
JFK
-
SJO
Nonstop5h 26m
JetBlue
Thu 2/411:59 p.m.
SJO
-
JFK
Nonstop5h 01m
JetBlue
Deal found 20/1C$ 393
Wed 11/27:24 a.m.
JFK
-
SJO
1 stop9h 59m
JetBlue
Thu 12/211:59 p.m.
SJO
-
JFK
Nonstop4h 57m
JetBlue
Deal found 20/1C$ 395
Wed 4/32:44 p.m.
JFK
-
SJO
1 stop17h 21m
Copa Airlines
Mon 9/39:17 a.m.
SJO
-
JFK
3 stops16h 42m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 19/1C$ 397
Sun 1/22:20 a.m.
JFK
-
SJO
2 stops15h 26m
Copa Airlines
Mon 16/25:51 p.m.
SJO
-
JFK
1 stop8h 08m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 19/1C$ 398

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Round-trip from

C$ 368

One-way from

C$ 184

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

October

Average price

C$ 535

Good round-trip deal

C$ 389 or less
JetBlue
  • JetBlue
  • 11/3-15/3
  • Nonstop
  • 10h 14m total
  • New York to San José
JetBlue
  • JetBlue
  • 20/2
  • Nonstop
  • 5h 23m total
  • New York to San José
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price (C$ 41 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (C$ 30 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in January 2026
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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John F Kennedy Intl

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San José

Route

Depart

Return

Price

New YorkSan José

JFK - SJO

JFKSJO

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 2/2

2:44 p.m.-8:21 a.m.

1 stop18h 37m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 16/2

5:51 p.m.-2:59 a.m.

1 stop8h 08m

C$ 390

New YorkSan José

JFK - SJO

JFKSJO

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 21/2

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

1 stop17h 22m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 26/2

10:08 a.m.-2:59 a.m.

1 stop15h 51m

C$ 391

New YorkSan José

JFK - SJO

JFKSJO

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 8/2

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

1 stop17h 22m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 14/2

5:50 a.m.-1:00 a.m.

1 stop18h 10m

C$ 391

New YorkSan José

JFK - SJO

JFKSJO

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 30/3

6:59 p.m.-10:25 p.m.

Nonstop5h 26m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 4/4

11:59 p.m.-7:00 a.m.

Nonstop5h 01m

C$ 393

New YorkSan José

JFK - SJO

JFKSJO

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 18/3

3:44 p.m.-7:05 a.m.

1 stop17h 21m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 24/3

11:01 a.m.-1:00 a.m.

1 stop11h 59m

C$ 406

New YorkSan José

JFK - SJO

JFKSJO

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 1/3

1:16 a.m.-4:46 p.m.

3 stops16h 30m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 10/3

10:08 a.m.-1:00 a.m.

1 stop12h 52m

C$ 411

New YorkSan José

JFK - SJO

JFKSJO

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 7/2

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

1 stop17h 22m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 11/2

2:54 p.m.-2:59 a.m.

1 stop11h 05m

C$ 412

New YorkSan José

JFK - SJO

JFKSJO

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 5/2

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

1 stop17h 22m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 10/2

5:51 p.m.-12:57 p.m.

1 stop18h 06m

C$ 424

New YorkSan José

JFK - SJO

JFKSJO

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 4/2

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

1 stop17h 22m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 7/2

5:51 p.m.-2:59 a.m.

1 stop8h 08m

C$ 424

New YorkSan José

JFK - SJO

JFKSJO

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 11/2

6:30 a.m.-1:00 p.m.

1 stop7h 30m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 16/2

2:05 p.m.-10:46 p.m.

1 stop7h 41m

C$ 426

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

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 16 January 2026.

Booking 37 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. 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?

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to San José (average of C$ 245). Flying from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to San José in June is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 393). 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 21 January 2026.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to San José as you normally would.

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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 21 January 2026.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with JetBlue 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.

Crew

8.0

Food

6.6

Overall

7.2

Boarding

7.4

Comfort

7.5

Entertainment

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

JACK,Sep 2025

JFK - MSY

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

Crew

8.0

Food

6.6

Overall

7.2

Boarding

7.4

Comfort

7.5

Entertainment

7.2

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. 1 airline 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?

    A quick flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to San José can take about 5h 26m. Copa Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as C$ 393. New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport and San José are separated by a distance of 3557 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to San José round-trip?

    JetBlue, at C$ 299, was found to be the cheapest airline from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to San José.. This flight start at 48% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    Looking for the cheapest flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to San José? While on average our users pay C$ 389, our data indicates the cheapest price to be C$ 389. The most popular route (New York John F Kennedy Intl - San José Juan Santamaria Intl), is priced around C$ 404.

  • 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?

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

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

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to San José (average of C$ 245). Flying from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to San José in June is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 393). 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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JetBlueCheapestC$ 299AverageC$ 601FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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