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Cheap Flights from New York to Costa Rica

4-7 hours direct flight. Airlines: American Airlines, United, Delta +2 more. Fares from $300.

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New York to Costa Rica Flight Overview

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Flight Details

  • Duration: 4-7 hours direct
  • Direct Flights: Yes
  • From: JFK, LGA, EWR
  • To: SJO or LIR
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Typical Prices

  • Economy: $300-700 roundtrip
  • Cheapest: September, October
  • Priciest: December, January, March

Airlines Flying New York to Costa Rica

American AirlinesUnitedDeltaAviancaCopa Airlines
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Tips for Cheap New York to Costa Rica Flights

1San Jose (SJO) and Liberia (LIR) both have direct New York flights. Choose SJO for central valley and Caribbean coast access. Pick LIR for Guanacaste Pacific beaches. The 5.5-hour flight time makes red-eyes impractical, so expect to lose half a day traveling each way.
2JetBlue, United, and Copa offer daily nonstops from JFK and Newark. Copa via Panama City sometimes costs less than direct flights but adds 3-4 hours. Compare total travel time versus savings. Direct flights worth the $100-150 premium for trips under 10 days.
3Book Tuesday or Wednesday departures for $75-125 savings versus weekends. Costa Rica is popular for week-long eco-tourism, so Saturday flights command premiums. Midweek travel also means less crowded national parks and easier rental car availability when you arrive.
4Download offline maps for Costa Rica's challenging roads. Cell service is spotty in rural areas and national parks. Google Maps works offline if you download regions before the flight. This saves $15/day international data charges and helps navigate winding mountain roads safely.
5Bring a light rain jacket even during dry season (December-April). Afternoon showers are common in cloud forests regardless of season. Pack reef-safe sunscreen since many beaches prohibit harmful chemicals. Both items cost 2-3x more in Costa Rica tourist areas than in New York.

💡Savings tip: Book 6-8 weeks ahead for the best New York to Costa Rica fares. Flexibility with dates can save you 20-30%.

FAQs About Flights to New York to Costa Rica

Direct flights from New York to San Jose or Liberia take 5.5 hours. JetBlue, United, and JetBlue operate daily nonstops from JFK and Newark. Return flights are similar in duration. One-stop options via Panama or Houston add 2-4 hours but can save money.

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