International route
Cheap flights from New York to San Jose
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to Juan Santamaría International Airport (SJO). 2,211 miles, 5h nonstop.
JFK to SJO at a glance
Computed from airline schedules and the fares we track for this route. Refreshed several times a day.
- Distance
- 2,211 milesgreat-circle
- Typical flight time
- 5hnonstop, gate to gate
- Nonstop airlines
- AADL2 airlinesAmerican, Delta
- Nonstop flights per day
- 2all airlines combined
- Cheapest month
- October 2026over the next six months
- Best day to fly
- Tuesday20% less than Sunday
- Time difference
- 2h behindSan Jose vs New York
New York to San Jose
Round trips from $232
Per traveler, taxes and fees included. Lowest fare we found departs Wed, Oct 14.
Cheapest month: October 2026
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Lowest round-trip economy fare per traveler in each of the next six months, taxes and fees included. Select a month to search that date.
Airlines flying New York to San Jose
2 airlines fly nonstop with 2 departures a day combined, plus 14 more with one stop.
- AAAmerican AirlinesoneworldNonstop · 1 flight a day · first checked bag from $40
- DLDelta Air LinesSkyTeamNonstop · 1 flight a day · first checked bag from $35
- AMAeroméxicoSkyTeamConnecting via MEX, MTY · first checked bag from $40
- ACAir CanadaStar AllianceConnecting via YYZ, YUL · first checked bag from $35
- AVAviancaStar AllianceConnecting via SAL · first checked bag from $45
- MXBreeze AirwaysLow-costConnecting via PVD, CHS, TPA, RDU, BDL · first checked bag from $45
- CMCopa AirlinesStar AllianceConnecting via PTY · first checked bag from $40
- F9Frontier AirlinesLow-costConnecting via MCO, ATL, CLE · first checked bag from $55
- B6JetBlueConnecting via MCO, SJU · first checked bag from $40
- WNSouthwest AirlinesLow-costConnecting via DAL, HOU, BWI, MCO, BNA · first checked bag from $35
- NKSpirit AirlinesLow-costConnecting via DTW, MCO, ATL, IAH · first checked bag from $55
- SYSun Country AirlinesLow-costConnecting via MSP · first checked bag from $45
- UAUnited AirlinesStar AllianceConnecting via ORD, IAD · first checked bag from $40
- VBVivaLow-costConnecting via MTY, MEX, CUN · first checked bag from $45
- Y4VolarisLow-costConnecting via MEX, CUN · first checked bag from $45
- WSWestJetConnecting via YYZ · first checked bag from $35
Connecting options
Hubs where one airline can carry you on both legs, most choices first.
- Orlando (MCO)WNB6NKF94 airlines
- Mexico City (MEX)AMVBY43 airlines
- Atlanta (ATL)NKF92 airlines
- Toronto (YYZ)ACWS2 airlines
- Monterrey (MTY)AMVB2 airlines
Which airport should I use?
New York has 3 airports. Fares can differ by $50 to $150 round trip between them, so check the alternatives before you book.
Tips for this route
- Only American and Delta fly this route nonstop, which keeps nonstop fares firm. A one-stop itinerary through MCO or MEX is usually cheaper if you can spare the extra three to five hours.
- October 2026 is the cheapest month to fly over the next six months, with round trips from $232; September 2026 is the most expensive at $270 and up, a difference of $38 per traveler.
- Departing on a Tuesday averages 20% less than a Sunday on this route. If your dates are flexible, shift the outbound by a day or two and check the calendar view before you book.
- Book 6 to 12 weeks ahead; fares climb in the last three weeks and around holidays.
- San Jose is 2 hours behind New York. A morning departure lands in San Jose with most of the day left; an evening flight arrives close to local dinner time.
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Search New York to San JoseNew York to San Jose: common questions
How long is the flight from New York to San Jose?
A nonstop flight from New York (JFK) to San Jose (SJO) takes about 5h gate to gate, covering 2,211 miles. Connecting itineraries add the layover, typically 2 to 5 hours more in total.
Which airlines fly nonstop from JFK to SJO?
American Airlines and Delta Air Lines operate nonstop flights from New York (JFK) to San Jose (SJO), with 2 nonstop departures a day between them. One-stop options connect through MCO, MEX and ATL.
What is the cheapest month to fly from New York to San Jose?
Over the next six months, October 2026 has the lowest round-trip fares from New York (JFK) to San Jose (SJO), starting at $232 per traveler including taxes and fees. Within any month, Tuesday departures average the lowest prices.
How far in advance should I book New York to San Jose flights?
Book 6 to 12 weeks ahead; fares climb in the last three weeks and around holidays. Air1 Tickets includes free cancellation within 24 hours of booking on every fare, so you can lock in a good price and keep looking.
What is the time difference between New York and San Jose?
San Jose is 2 hours behind New York. JFK is on America/New York time and SJO on America/Costa Rica time. Departure and arrival times in search results are always shown in local time at each airport.
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