Question 1

Which airline has the best punctuality record on New York to San José flights?

Accepted Answer

According to our data, JetBlue has had the least delays on this route over the last 12 months, with about 22% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

Question 2

How often are flights from New York to San José delayed?

Accepted Answer

Historically, on average around 22% of flights between New York and San José have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 133 minutes.

Question 3

Can stopping save me money on New York to San José flights?

Accepted Answer

You could potentially save up to 24% on your flight if you consider stops on a New York to San José flight.

Question 4

What is the most punctual flight time for New York to San José flights?

Accepted Answer

Generally, flights departing in the morning tend to experience fewer delays. Flights departing in the evening have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

Question 5

How have New York to San José flight prices changed over time?

Accepted Answer

As of February 2026, prices for New York to San José flights are approximately 4% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

Question 6

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to San José?

Accepted Answer

The cheapest day to depart from New York to San José is on a Saturday. Travellers who choose to depart for San José on a Saturday will often find tickets for as low as C$ 383. If your travel schedule is flexible, try to avoid departing on a Monday because tickets tend to average around C$ 631. These prices are subject to change though, so be sure to set up a Price Alert for flights to San José.

Question 7

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to San José?

Accepted Answer

Flying to San José from New York in the morning is the least expensive time of day to depart. momondo users have found prices as low as C$ 592 when looking at flights departing in the morning. In contrast, the most expensive time of day to depart to San José is in the afternoon when prices are around C$ 761.

Question 8

How many flights depart from New York to San José on average per week?

Accepted Answer

As of February 2026, 10 flights take off from New York and land in San José each week. The most common flight departure day for this route is Sat, with 30% of weekly flights taking off on this day.

Question 9

What cabin class options are available on New York to San José Juan Santamaria Intl flights?

Accepted Answer

There is only 1 cabin class available to choose from on New York to San José Juan Santamaria Intl flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

Question 10

What is the cheapest month to fly to San José?

Accepted Answer

In general, October is the cheapest month to fly from New York to San José. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around C$ 413. If you aren’t able to travel during the month of October, then book flights to San José from New York during September instead. Flights to San José in September, while not as cheap as those in October, still average around C$ 479.

Question 11

What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between New York and San José?

Accepted Answer

Prices are currently low for flights on this route.Typical prices usually range from C$ 477 to C$ 1,013.
The lowest price recently found on this route was C$ 383.

Question 12

What is the cheapest New York to San José Juan Santamaria Intl flight route?

Accepted Answer

Fly from New York John F Kennedy Intl to San José Juan Santamaria Intl for the best New York - San José Juan Santamaria Intl flight prices

Question 13

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Accepted Answer

Tuesday is statistically the day of the week that experiences the fewest delays on this flight route. Sunday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

Question 14

What is the cheapest airline that flies from New York to San José Juan Santamaria Intl?

Accepted Answer

Delta is the most popular carrier operating from New York to San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Question 15

How far in advance should I book a flight to San José?

Accepted Answer

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to San José from New York when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to San José for around C$ 572 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to San José from New York for as low as C$ 521 on momondo.

Question 16

How many flights depart from New York to San José on average per day?

Accepted Answer

The number of flights available between New York and San José is 1 per day as of February 2026. The most frequent departure time is 8:00a.m., with 64% of daily flights leaving at noon.

Question 17

When did momondo last update prices for flights from New York to San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport?

Accepted Answer

Prices for flights from New York to San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport are updated daily.

Question 18

How many operators does momondo search for flights from New York to San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport?

Accepted Answer

The number of operators available for flights from New York to San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport is 1 as of February 2026.

Question 19

How old do you have to be to fly from New York to San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport?

Accepted Answer

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from New York to San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport.

Question 20

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport?

Accepted Answer

The travel and health documents required for your trip to San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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How far in advance should I book a flight to San José?

What cabin class options are available on New York to San José Juan Santamaria Intl flights?

There is only 1 cabin class available to choose from on New York to San José Juan Santamaria Intl flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

Can stopping save me money on New York to San José flights?

You could potentially save up to 24% on your flight if you consider stops on a New York to San José flight.

How have New York to San José flight prices changed over time?

As of February 2026, prices for New York to San José flights are approximately 4% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from New York to San José Juan Santamaria Intl?

Delta is the most popular carrier operating from New York to San José Juan Santamaria Intl

How often are flights from New York to San José delayed?

Historically, on average around 22% of flights between New York and San José have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 133 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for New York to San José flights?

Generally, flights departing in the morning tend to experience fewer delays. Flights departing in the evening have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Tuesday is statistically the day of the week that experiences the fewest delays on this flight route. Sunday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on New York to San José flights?

According to our data, JetBlue has had the least delays on this route over the last 12 months, with about 22% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

How many flights depart from New York to San José on average per day?

The number of flights available between New York and San José is 1 per day as of February 2026. The most frequent departure time is 8:00a.m., with 64% of daily flights leaving at noon.

How many flights depart from New York to San José on average per week?

As of February 2026, 10 flights take off from New York and land in San José each week. The most common flight departure day for this route is Sat, with 30% of weekly flights taking off on this day.

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