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Cheap Flights from John F Kennedy Intl to Costa Rica

Cheapest round-trip prices found by our users on KAYAK in the last 5 days
San José
San José1 stop$378
Liberia
Liberia1 stop$428
San José
San José1 stop$378
Liberia
Liberia1 stop$428
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Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from John F Kennedy Intl to Costa Rica to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

What is the cheapest New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Costa Rica flight route?

The cheapest ticket to Costa Rica from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport found in the last 5 days was to San José, at $333 round-trip. The most popular route is from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport (JFK) to San José (SJO), and the cheapest round-trip airline ticket found on this route in the last 5 days was $333.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly to Costa Rica?

The cheapest time of day to fly to Costa Rica is generally in the evening, when round-trip flights cost $399 on average. Morning departures are around 32% more expensive than evening flights, on average. The most expensive time of day to fly to Costa Rica is generally in the morning, which is peak travel time and where the average cost of a ticket is $528.

Can I save money by flying with a layover from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Costa Rica?

Yes, flying with a layover may cost you more time, but you can also save money on the route, with a 1 stop layover the cheapest option at $591 on average.

What is the cheapest month to fly from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Costa Rica?

The cheapest month for flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Costa Rica is October, when tickets cost $334 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are August and July, when the average cost of round-trip tickets is $611 and $599 respectively.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from New York John F Kennedy Airport to Costa Rica?

Your flight ticket price will generally be cheaper if you fly to Costa Rica on a Wednesday and more expensive on a Thursday. On your return trip to New York John F Kennedy Airport, you should consider flying back on a Wednesday, and avoid Sundays for better deals.

How far in advance should I book a flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Costa Rica?

To get a below average price on the flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Costa Rica, you should book around 1 week before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 10 weeks before departure.

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Low season

October

Cheapest flight

$153
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 6% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 18% increase in price.
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FAQs - booking Costa Rica flights

  • Should I get a visa before I fly from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Costa Rica?

    As a U.S. citizen traveling for vacation to Costa Rica, obtaining a visa for stays up to 180 days is not required. Ensure your passport remains valid throughout your visit, and carry a return ticket or proof of onward travel. Additionally, be prepared to demonstrate financial capability, with a requirement of at least $100 per month for the duration of your stay.

  • What are some things to know about car seat laws for children before I depart from the airport of my arrival in Costa Rica?

    Children up to 12 months old must travel in a car seat facing the rear, and then up to four years old must travel in a car seat facing forward. Children up to six years old must travel in a booster seat, and children up to 12 must travel on a booster cushion. This final requirement may be waived when children weigh over 80 lbs. or are more than 57 inches. Because of these rather detailed laws, you will often find it is easy to rent a car seat upon your arrival, especially in major cities and at large international airports.

  • What are some ticket tiers available for JetBlue?

    JetBlue offers a range of amenities across its fare classes. In Blue Basic, passengers enjoy standard services, while Blue provides additional flexibility. Blue Plus offers extra legroom, and Blue Extra provides expedited security and boarding. The Mint class delivers a premium experience with lie-flat seats and gourmet dining. These varied fare classes cater to diverse passenger preferences and travel needs.

  • What are some benefits of upgrading to first class on Avianca?

    Upgrading to first class on Avianca provides an elevated travel experience. Passengers enjoy spacious seating, gourmet dining, and personalized service. Exclusive perks like priority check-in, lounge access, and enhanced in-flight amenities enhance the journey, ensuring a luxurious and comfortable travel encounter for passengers.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from New York John F Kennedy Airport to Costa Rica?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from New York John F Kennedy Airport to Costa Rica.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from New York John F Kennedy Airport to Costa Rica?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight from New York John F Kennedy Airport to Costa Rica is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from New York John F Kennedy Airport to Costa Rica?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly from New York John F Kennedy Airport to Costa Rica with an airline and back with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from New York John F Kennedy Airport to Costa Rica?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying from New York John F Kennedy Airport to Costa Rica up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

Top tips for finding cheap flights to Costa Rica

  • One of the largest airport destinations in Costa Rica is Daniel Oduber Quiros International Airport (LIR). To travel here from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK), direct flights are available aboard JetBlue.
  • When your final destination in Costa Rica is Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO), you can travel there from John F. Kennedy International Airport aboard nonstop flights offered by Avianca and JetBlue.
  • Travelers making their way to Costa Rica from John F. Kennedy International Airport aboard JetBlue can relax and unwind as they wait for their flight on the JetBlue Rooftop Terrace, which can be found in Terminal 5.
  • If you would like to fly to Golfito Airport (GLF), one option from John F. Kennedy International Airport is to take a two-stop flight that utilizes Avianca and SANSA and has layovers at San Salvador El Salvador Intl (SAL) and Juan Santamaria International Airport.
  • Puerto Jimenez Airport (PJM) is a popular destination in Costa Rica. One of the best ways to get here from John F. Kennedy International Airport is to travel on a two-stop flight utilizing Avianca and SANSA, which has layovers at Guatemala City La Aurora (GUA) and Juan Santamaria International Airport.

Reviews of the top 5 airlines serving from John F Kennedy Intl to Costa Rica

 
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from John F Kennedy Intl to Costa Rica? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
7.8
DeltaOverall score based on 8508 reviews
7.8Entertainment
7.2Food
7.8Comfort
8.5Crew
8.1Boarding
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We were delayed 2 hours because of a broken seat. Other than that it was a very nice flight.

2.0 MediocreAnonymous, Aug 2026
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We were delayed 2 hours because of a broken seat. Other than that it was a very nice flight.

an he late. super rude gate agent, to every person. spoke down at people.

One of the restrooms didn’t work. The ones that did never got replenished. Flight attendant just sitting there on their phone. No notification that the bathroom was broken so long lines. Apathetic crew.

Both of my flights to and from JFK experienced significant delays. Most notably, my first flight was delayed by six hours due to crew members being affected by delays on a previous flight. While I understand that disruptions can occur, Delta’s staffing and operational planning should include sufficient contingency measures to handle situations like this rather than placing the full burden of those delays on customers. Additionally, the $12 meal voucher offered as compensation was inadequate, particularly given the high cost of food and beverages at the airport. Considering the length of the delay and the substantial inconvenience caused, I believe more meaningful compensation would have been appropriate.

We were skipped when the snack cart passed and then the attendant said we weren’t . I am disabled and was in a row toward the back of the plane which was very difficult for me to navigate. Disabled people should not be forced to walk the plank.

Our flight was delayed multiple times and then canceled at almost 1 in the morning. We are a family of 7, traveling with 5 young children. When the flight we were supposed to fly on finally arrived after waiting all day after an international flight into JFK we were informed our flight was in need of a copilot and once they located one we would take off. Then our flight was cancelled because the copilot was over his hours and they couldn't locate another. They knew before taking off from the previous location that the copilot would be unable to fly. They could have communicated the cancellation of the flight hours in advance. Once they cancelled and the pilot and copilot got off the flight, they joked about it. While there are understandably limits on flight time for pilots, they can still handle the situation in a professional manner. The late cancellation resulted in angry passengers that required police intervention in the airport. It also occurred so late and included other delta flights that after trying 15 different hotels, we were unable to secure a hotel room, they were all booked. No rental cars were available in the area either. We ended up staying in the airport with the 5 children. We made it home after 54 hours of travel with maybe 2 hours of sleep. Our luggage was lost and had to be claimed at the airport at our final destination. This was the worst trip I have ever taken and the worst airport I have ever spent time in. I met two individuals in the airport that were kind and helpful; Tonya Maingot Williams from the can we hel desk that worked to help get us rebooked and home, as well as provide us with care bags for our extended stay in the airport. The other individual was Danielle from Buffalo Wild Wings that was so very kind when we found a place to take our family we were traveling with to eat, all 11 of us and we were able to sit down together to enjoy a meal during such a stressful time.

On time! There were plenty of airport employees who were able to keep us moving in the right direction. The crew on the plane were professional.

Was revoked with Jet Blue due to delay from Kenya Air

WiFi didn’t work most of the time. The usb chargers would work only occasionally for 5 mins and wouldn’t charge after that. Had to keep trying repeatedly at each of the seats in the row.

The crew bent over backwards to thank us for flying and make us comfortable. The food service was quick and efficient. The Captain communicated and said goodbye and thank you as we departed. They really stood out!

We where skipped for this flight will not head to Panama until tonight..

There should be a warning regarding the quality of the aircraft on the website as we reserve the tickets. There was no TV or any type of screen onboard. The wifi they offer is good for nothing. Traveling 9 hours straight with kids and no type of entetainment was horrible. I wish I had been informed prior so I could buy a ticket with another airline. The food was a joke too. A very tiny portion per passenger. They also charged $100 per checked bag. With United I used to pay $60. So, fair to say that I wont be flying Copa anymore. Their aircraft was super old, outdated, no entertainment, with nearly no onboard food.

Very strict carry on rules meant most of the plane had to gate check their luggage. As is often the case had things that were broken because of this, but I appreciated not being charged to gate check. Otherwise good flight and great crew once on the plane

I liked the meatloaf the chicken was awful but the plane was on time and got there and the staff was nice.

Boarding was quick & efficient; they gave boarding groups due priority; staff & air crew were very cordial and helpful, pleasant flight.

At JFK the Security line was extremely long and few checkpoints open.

Check in person said there would be lunch. We were first class passengers and lunch was chips.

It was first time fling in copa airline. In general I am satisfied except bag size. I got a email from copa with 17-10-6 for carry on bag. In airport the check in show 22-14-10 . However that mistake means $100,00 in over cost.

The flight was 6 hours delayed due to equipment problems, I had to spend my night in the airport terminal in tight quarters. A bag of chips was all they offered, Then I missed my connecting flight and waited another 2 hours. All in all that trip took me almost one day.

Copa definitely offers better service and price than other airlines.

Great. Clean. Seats comfortable. Food was free. Had new release movies.

The boarding crew was very helpful with a little special problem I had. The inflight crew - so-so.

They kept us on the tarmac for 6 hours after already delaying our flight by 2 hours. No one had any answers. They sent our gate checked stroller to baggage claim instead of giving it back at the gate.

There was a big delay and I missed my connection flight

I don’t like the music section but I believe it was a cost decision. I changed my flight last minute due to work issues and had to sit way in the back. The seats were way closer together than I would have preferred.

Our particular exceptional experience was with Johnny at JFK at check in. He was the kindest, most accommodating agent I’ve ever encountered taking extra steps to help my husband and I with our extra baggage. I hope that he knows how much he positively affected our trip.

The flight attendant was very polite and attentive. The food was good.

Crew were professional and kind. The flight was smooth. But... The internet, which we paid 35 dollars for, did not work for most of the flight. This made providing media for our child an uncomfortable hassle.

Overall fine. Seemed like one of the older model planes? Crew was mostly very kind, though some of the female attendants were a rather abrupt during the food service.

Leave on time. We waited on the plane for hour hours and it was hot and smelly

Very poor help no one answering a question regarding seating. Very rude staff. They don’t care, as if it’s not part of their job. Flight was delayed for no good reason and no apologies given.

A more comfortable seat. Padding would be really helpful but I've read the airlines don't want customers to be satisfied with economy seats.

When I booked, I included my checked luggage and when the bill was sent there was no record of this. Its was costly since I am from Trinidad amd Tobago. Exchange rate over seven dollars to one US dollar.

Everything was good except checking bags . I had paid for two bags but it didn’t show so we had to do it again while people waited and we were struggling to get to our flight

Plane was delayed multiple times. I would like to request a refund. Was due to arrive Thursday evening ended up arriving Friday morning.

The crew and the pilots. The pilots were amazing. The landing in Cancun was excellent.

The security line at JFK was one of the longest I’ve ever experienced - probably 45 minutes. I don’t know if JetBlue has control over it, but it detracted from the overall experience. Entertainment had good options, but the volume control was a bit small to tap on and the screen had a fair amount of interference blips. Clearer picture would have been better.

see my previous response about being kicked off the flight and having to fly the next day, ruining a planned vacation tour.

The flight departed more than 1 hour late. Leg room is bigger than most airlines

I booked this flight using JetBlue points and I was just so happy. The plane was so clean, I had every need met. Thank you!!

We booked seats next to each other. When we got the boarding passes, they were for different rows. The crew were reluctant to help us, so we ended up sitting separately. 1. What’s the point of reserving by seat number if you’re not going to honor that reservation? 2. Even if it gets messed up between reservation and boarding, how is the crew going to deny us the opportunity to arrange to sit together. There were plenty of people flying alone. It could’ve been easily accommodated. Not very customer-friendly at all.

The seats were the worst I have ever flown Too narrow, did not recline and the actual seat was hard as a rock. I will tell all travelers to stay away from Avianca flights.

It was delayed and I lost my connection flight to Cali and I missed my Mom's funeral

I actually upgraded to the medium level of seats from basic and even doing that it may have been physically the most uncomfortable flight I have ever had. They packed everyone like is a train to death camp. It was a red eye so I hoped to get some sleep but it was physically impossible to find a comfortable way to rest. I met other folks on the same flight and they said the same thing. It was an utterly miserable flight and if I have any other options I will never fly with them again

I like the crew they're very friendly. I don't like. on five hour flight they not offered snacks. Any drink. Not even coffee

Not even water is offered on the flight. You cannot lean back on the seats and the seats are so narrow you can’t avoid rubbing elbows with the person next to you.

I couldnt recline the seat. Other than that crew was very attentive and helpful. Thsnk you

The seats were uncomfortable and barely reclined at all. Very little leg room despite being business class. The crew was friendly and the food was good. Had to use my own phone for in-flight entertainment.

Boarding was excessively slow. They do it by groups in a way that it doesn’t make sense. After business class , ppl that need assistance and any other priority group they should have ppl board from the back to the front. First rows 20+. Then 15+. Then 10, etc. having ppl sitting in the back board last makes no sense. The libe backame long as soon as ppl on rows 10 or so where told to board. The line went all the way up the ramp and tunnel for 25 mins.

Lounge for business was closed. Boarding was rush and stand by. Seat for business is just the middle seat blocked and some more leg room.

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