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These are the earliest and latest flight times available from New York to San José:

• Earliest: departs at 7:05 am and lands at 12:33 pm
• Latest: departs at 5:59 pm and lands at 11:27 pm.

The flight takes about 5h 28m.

Four cabin classes are available on flights from New York to San José:

• Economy Class
• Premium Economy Class
• Business Class
• First Class

Prices vary by airline.

A nonstop flight from New York to San José takes 5h 28m, covering 2,214 miles.

Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

Round-trip flights from New York to San José range from $419 to $762, with an average of $563 over the past 12 months. Anything below $419 counts as a good deal.

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 4% above the $563 route average. Book 9 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $348 round-trip via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD), compared to $605 for nonstop.

JetBlue is the only airline operating New York to San José flights. 78% of its flights are on time.

There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $35–$100 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

Morning is the busiest departure period on New York to San José flights, with 67% of flights leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 33%, evening flights for 0%, and night flights for 0%.

Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $426 to $3,961. That means the highest observed fare was about 9x higher than the lowest one.

JetBlue is the only airline on the New York to San José route offering in-flight Wi-Fi. Pricing depends on fare class.

One-way fares from New York to San José are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $237, which is 7% below the typical average for this route.

San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport (SJO) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $30 for economy cars. Top options include:

• Priceless
• Avis
• Budget
• Alamo
• Payless

Flights from New York to San José may depart from several airports in New York area, including Newark (EWR), New York John F Kennedy Intl (JFK) and New York LaGuardia (LGA). Flights usually arrive at San José Juan Santamaria Intl (SJO).

Morning flights have the fewest delays on this route, while evening departures tend to have the most.

A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the New York to San José route, 22% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 2h 48m.

One-stop flights from New York to San José most commonly connect through:

• Panama City Tocumen Intl (PTY) - 26% of one-stop connections
• San Salvador El Salvador Intl (SAL) - 24% of one-stop connections
• Fort Lauderdale (FLL) - 17% of one-stop connections
• Miami (MIA) - 8% of one-stop connections

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 18% on flights from New York to San José. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $537 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $654, a difference of $117.

KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

2 airlines operate flights between New York and San José. The airlines offering nonstop flights on this route include:

• United Airlines
• JetBlue

Flying via San Pedro Sula Ramon Villeda (SAP) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 7h 10m, compared with 7h 24m via Guatemala City La Aurora (GUA) and 8h 03m via Charlotte Douglas (CLT).

San José is 1 hour behind New York (Central Time vs Eastern Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Some of the most popular sights in San José are Parque Metropolitano La Sabana, Estadio Nacional de Costa Rica and Museo de Oro. These are among the most viewed places in San José on KAYAK.

Among airlines operating New York to San José flights:

• United Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
• JetBlue: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection

Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

• United Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
• JetBlue: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
• Avianca: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class

Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

To get some work done before your flight takes off, consider renting one of the 8 Jabbrrbox pods that are in Terminal B of LaGuardia Airport. These soundproof pods provide travelers with access to Wi-Fi, information regarding their flight, and maps of the airport’s terminals. Prices start at 15 USD for 30m.

Ruby Tuesday can be found in the A3 Rotunda of Newark Liberty International Airport and serves a selection of burgers, sandwiches, and salads. Creperie Juliette is placed in Terminal C and has a French-inspired menu. For to-go options, head to either the Subway or Starbucks in Terminal B.

There is a public bus stop that is one block from Juan Santamaria International Airport and will take you directly to downtown San Jose in approximately 35m. One-way tickets are 600 CRC (approximately 1 USD), and the American dollar can be used to make purchases on the bus.

To stay somewhere casual and affordable, book a room at the Hotel Mango, which is less than a 10m drive from Juan Santamaria International Airport and an 8m drive from the Juan Santamaria Park. The Hampton Inn & Suites by Hilton is a modern option that is only a 5m drive from the airport and a 9m drive from the popular Museo Historico Cultural Juan Santamaria.