How to find cheap flights from New York to Costa Rica
Grab a return flight from New York to Costa Rica from Rs91,088, the cheapest price currently available.
You'll be travelling from New York into San Jose Juan Santamaria in San Jose with that fare.
For one-way travel, the lowest price right now is Rs40,755.
Flexible about where you fly into? Enter 'Costa Rica' in the 'To' field to compare fares to different cities.
There are two international airports in Costa Rica you can fly to.
Choose 'Add nearby airports' to expand your search and compare prices across all airports close to both your departure and destination cities.
The earlier you book, the better. Fares tend to rise as your departure date gets closer, not fall.
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Best time to fly from New York to Costa Rica
Hop on a flight from New York to Costa Rica in November and you'll be travelling at one of the most affordable times of the year.
A midweek departure can often work in your favor. Fares are generally cheaper on Tuesdays and Wednesdays compared to the rest of the week.
The height of the travel season in Costa Rica runs through January, April and December. April is the busiest month and a great time to visit if you want everything open and in full swing.
For a slower pace, March, September and October are worth considering. September is the quietest month.
Flights from New York to Costa Rica: what to expect
New York has a good selection of airports to fly out of: New York John F. Kennedy Airport (JFK), New York Newark Airport (EWR), and New York LaGuardia Airport (LGA).
Around two airports across Costa Rica can be reached on a nonstop flight from New York.
Roughly 32 direct flights operate each week between New York and cities across Costa Rica.
The main airlines operating on this route are:
When it comes to the most popular routes from New York to Costa Rica, San Jose and Liberia are high on many travellers' wishlists.
The fastest flight reaches Liberia in about 5 hours 20 minutes, compared to roughly 5 hours 25 minutes if you're heading to San Jose.
Across all routes, the average journey takes around 5 hours 25 minutes.
Popular places to visit in Costa Rica
San Jose
Located in San José Province, this city is a top destination for New York to Costa Rica flights. Parque Nacional Park, Central Park (Parque Central) and Pre-Columbian Gold Museum are must-sees for first-time visitors.
San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport (SJO) is San Jose's busiest airport.
Ready to find the right place to stay? Browse the selection of hotels in San Jose.
Liberia
Get to know this Guanacaste Province city's biggest highlights including Museo de Guanacaste, Mirador de Liberia and Catarata oropendola.
Fly in through Liberia Airport (LIR) and go straight from arrivals to exploring the sights.
The same magic that drives our flight search can also help you find the best room rates online. Use it to compare availability and prices across hotels in Liberia.
Cóbano
Santa Teresa Beach, Playa Hermosa and Jaguar cascada waterfall are popular sights to tick off while you're in this corner of Puntarenas.
Cobano Airport (ACO) is the city's main airport, with routes linking it to popular destinations throughout the region and beyond.
Hunt down a deal on where you'll stay by browsing the list of hotels in Cóbano.
Visiting Costa Rica for the first time? Here's what you need to know
Entry rules can often change, so check whether you'll need a visa or any other types of documentation before you travel. Your travel agent, airline or the local embassy or consulate should have the latest details.
The population of Costa Rica is around 5.1 million. San José is the capital.
The same time is used throughout this destination, with one standard time zone fixed at UTC-6.
For a warmer trip to Costa Rica, consider going in March.
Plan your trip for sometime around January if you prefer to be there when it's cooler.
July is typically the wettest time of year, while February is the driest.
Independence Day, the Festival of Light and Palmares Festival are some of the major events here. Think about booking your New York to Costa Rica flight around moments like these for a different travel experience.
Complete your trip with hotels and a car rental
Found that cheap flight from New York to Costa Rica? Now decide where you'll stay and how you'll travel around. Explore the range of hotels in Costa Rica and filter your search by property type, location and more. Also browse car rental options in Costa Rica and choose from pickup points in cities or at airports.
