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Cheap flights from San José to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport from £136

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 28/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SJO — JFK
15 Jun — 22 Jun1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from San José to John F Kennedy Intl
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San José to John F Kennedy Intl. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 16 May 2026.

Fri 22/510:05
SJO
-
JFK
1 stop15h 54m
Copa Airlines
Mon 1/615:32
JFK
-
SJO
1 stop18h 49m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 13/5£280
Sat 12/919:45
SJO
-
JFK
1 stop7h 35m
Avianca
Tue 15/903:35
JFK
-
SJO
1 stop9h 55m
Avianca
Deal found 14/5£281
Wed 11/1114:30
SJO
-
JFK
1 stop9h 29m
Delta
Mon 16/1110:10
JFK
-
SJO
1 stop13h 05m
Delta
Deal found 13/5£282
Wed 11/1107:00
SJO
-
JFK
1 stop12h 07m
Delta
Tue 17/1108:35
JFK
-
SJO
1 stop14h 40m
Delta
Deal found 14/5£290
Thu 21/518:01
SJO
-
JFK
1 stop17h 49m
Copa Airlines
Sat 6/615:32
JFK
-
SJO
1 stop17h 37m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 13/5£292
Fri 29/510:05
SJO
-
JFK
1 stop12h 55m
Copa Airlines
Thu 4/606:00
JFK
-
SJO
1 stop7h 06m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 12/5£293
Thu 21/513:55
SJO
-
JFK
Nonstop5h 30m
JetBlue
Wed 27/509:10
JFK
-
SJO
Nonstop5h 40m
JetBlue
Deal found 13/5£298
Sun 17/523:59
SJO
-
JFK
Nonstop5h 01m
JetBlue
Tue 26/509:10
JFK
-
SJO
Nonstop5h 40m
JetBlue
Deal found 14/5£301
Mon 18/518:01
SJO
-
JFK
1 stop17h 49m
Copa Airlines
Sun 24/502:20
JFK
-
SJO
1 stop8h 46m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 11/5£303
Fri 29/518:19
SJO
-
JFK
1 stop17h 41m
Copa Airlines
Wed 10/615:32
JFK
-
SJO
1 stop18h 49m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 12/5£305
Fri 29/518:01
SJO
-
JFK
1 stop26h 29m
Copa Airlines
Sat 24/1015:32
JFK
-
SJO
1 stop20h 28m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 15/5£306
Fri 22/513:55
SJO
-
JFK
Nonstop5h 30m
JetBlue
Tue 26/509:10
JFK
-
SJO
Nonstop5h 40m
JetBlue
Deal found 15/5£309

Find flight deals from San José to John F Kennedy Intl

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Round-trip from

£280

One-way from

£136

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

October

Average price

£265

Good one-way deal

£276 or less
Copa Airlines
  • Copa Airlines
  • 22/10-28/10
  • 2 total stops
  • 17h 17m total
  • San José to New York
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Viva
  • Viva
  • 28/9
  • 1 total stop
  • 20h 05m total
  • San José to New York
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 13% potential increase in price (£31 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (£5 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cheapest return flight

San JoséNew York

SJO - JFK

SJOJFK

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 10/7

10:03-22:00

1 stop9h 57m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 24/9

15:32-09:58

1 stop20h 26m

£280

San JoséNew York

SJO - JFK

SJOJFK

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 4/6

05:47-01:00

1 stop17h 13m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 10/6

06:00-11:06

1 stop7h 06m

£280

San JoséNew York

SJO - JFK

SJOJFK

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 31/5

18:01-14:00

1 stop17h 59m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 4/6

15:32-09:06

1 stop19h 34m

£292

San JoséNew York

SJO - JFK

SJOJFK

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 6/6

08:47-01:00

1 stop14h 13m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 18/6

02:20-08:21

1 stop8h 01m

£305

San JoséNew York

SJO - JFK

SJOJFK

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 1/7

17:55-03:59

1 stop8h 04m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 3/7

02:20-08:21

1 stop8h 01m

£350
Fastest return journey

San JoséNew York

SJO - JFK

SJOJFK

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 10/6

13:55-21:25

Nonstop5h 30m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 24/7

09:16-12:33

Nonstop5h 17m

£414

San JoséNew York

SJO - JFK

SJOJFK

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 19/8

13:14-01:14

1 stop10h 00m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 23/8

06:00-11:49

1 stop7h 49m

£419

San JoséNew York

SJO - JFK

SJOJFK

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 25/6

04:10-19:04

1 stop12h 54m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 16/7

15:32-07:12

1 stop17h 40m

£423

San JoséNew York

SJO - JFK

SJOJFK

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 11/6

08:14-03:07

1 stop16h 53m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 16/6

02:20-11:06

1 stop10h 46m

£436

San JoséNew York

SJO - JFK

SJOJFK

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 27/6

18:19-12:55

1 stop16h 36m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 17/7

02:20-09:06

1 stop8h 46m

£446

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

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

Booking 53 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from San José to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport. 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 San José to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San José to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport (average of £215). Flying from San José to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of £322). 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 SJO to JFK?

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When flying from San José to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

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Reviews of airlines servicing John F Kennedy Intl

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to John F Kennedy Intl. 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 John F Kennedy Intl. Reviews last updated 16 May 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with JetBlue from San José to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
JetBlue
7.2
Good
2,977 reviews
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Food

6.6

Comfort

7.5

Overall

7.2

Boarding

7.3

Entertainment

7.2

Crew

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Samuel,Nov 2025

PBI - HPN

Incessant announcements hawking the JB Card, other items to purchase, seat back tables up 45 minutes before we landed....more announcements....Give your customer a break!
JetBlue
7.2
Good
2,977 reviews
JetBlue
7.2
Good
2,977 reviews
Check prices

Food

6.6

Comfort

7.5

Overall

7.2

Boarding

7.3

Entertainment

7.2

Crew

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Samuel,Nov 2025

PBI - HPN

Incessant announcements hawking the JB Card, other items to purchase, seat back tables up 45 minutes before we landed....more announcements....Give your customer a break!

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

    If you book a flight to New York John F Kennedy Intl from San José, you will be flying from Juan Santamaria Intl, which is the city’s only airport. San José Juan Santamaria Intl (SJO) is located 8.8 mi from the center of San José. There is 1 flight from Juan Santamaria Intl to New York John F Kennedy Intl per day from 1 airline.

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

    For as low as £292, Copa Airlines can have you in New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport from San José in 17h 59m. The distance from San José to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport is about 2210 mi.

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

    According to our current data, JetBlue (£183), offers the cheapest pricing from San José to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport. This flight start at 31% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    The cheapest flight price from San José to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport is £167. On average you can expect to pay £333. The most popular route, (San José Juan Santamaria Intl - New York John F Kennedy Intl), can usually be booked for £382.

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

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San José to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport (average of £215). Flying from San José to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of £322). 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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