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United Airlines Logo
7:55 am - 12:36 pm
SJO
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LGA
26h 41m
1 stop
United Airlines Logo
8:20 pm - 12:21 pm
LGA
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SJO
18h 01m
1 stop
$303United Airlines
Mon, Apr 27 - Fri, May 1
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7:55 am - 9:57 pm
SJO
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LGA
12h 02m
1 stop
United Airlines Logo
8:17 pm - 10:11 am
LGA
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SJO
15h 54m
1 stop
$312United Airlines
Tue, May 19 - Tue, May 26
Spirit Airlines Logo
12:38 pm - 11:22 pm
SJO
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LGA
8h 44m
1 stop
Spirit Airlines Logo
6:30 am - 11:33 am
LGA
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SJO
7h 03m
1 stop
$314Spirit Airlines
Thu, May 14 - Sun, May 17
Spirit Airlines Logo
12:38 pm - 11:22 pm
SJO
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LGA
8h 44m
1 stop
Spirit Airlines Logo
6:30 am - 11:33 am
LGA
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SJO
7h 03m
1 stop
$318Spirit Airlines
Fri, May 8 - Sun, May 17
United Airlines Logo
7:55 am - 11:29 am
SJO
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LGA
25h 34m
1 stop
United Airlines Logo
5:43 pm - 12:21 pm
LGA
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SJO
20h 38m
1 stop
$319United Airlines
Mon, Apr 20 - Sat, Apr 25
United Airlines Logo
7:55 am - 9:57 pm
SJO
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LGA
12h 02m
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United Airlines Logo
8:21 pm - 10:11 am
LGA
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SJO
15h 50m
1 stop
$322United Airlines
Wed, Apr 22 - Tue, Apr 28
Spirit Airlines Logo
12:38 pm - 11:27 pm
SJO
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LGA
8h 49m
1 stop
Spirit Airlines Logo
6:30 am - 11:33 am
LGA
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SJO
7h 03m
1 stop
$323Spirit Airlines
Thu, Apr 23 - Sun, Apr 26
Spirit Airlines Logo
12:38 pm - 11:27 pm
SJO
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LGA
8h 49m
1 stop
Spirit Airlines Logo
6:30 am - 11:33 am
LGA
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SJO
7h 03m
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$324Spirit Airlines
Thu, Apr 23 - Mon, Apr 27
Spirit Airlines Logo
12:38 pm - 11:27 pm
SJO
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LGA
8h 49m
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Spirit Airlines Logo
6:30 am - 11:33 am
LGA
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SJO
7h 03m
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$325Spirit Airlines
Fri, May 1 - Sun, May 10
United Airlines Logo
11:13 am - 11:10 pm
SJO
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LGA
9h 57m
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United Airlines Logo
5:43 pm - 10:11 am
LGA
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SJO
18h 28m
1 stop
$328United Airlines
Wed, Apr 22 - Sat, Apr 25

United Airlines flights from San José to New York LaGuardia Airport

Our best United Airlines deals on San José to New York LaGuardia Airport flight tickets
United Airlines
Apr 27
SJO7:55 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
26h 41m
1 stop
LGA12:36 pmNew York LaGuardia
May 1
LGA8:20 pmNew York LaGuardia
18h 01m
1 stop
SJO12:21 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
$303
United Airlines
May 19
SJO7:55 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
12h 02m
1 stop
LGA9:57 pmNew York LaGuardia
May 26
LGA8:17 pmNew York LaGuardia
15h 54m
1 stop
SJO10:11 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
$312
United Airlines
Apr 20
SJO7:55 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
25h 34m
1 stop
LGA11:29 amNew York LaGuardia
Apr 25
LGA5:43 pmNew York LaGuardia
20h 38m
1 stop
SJO12:21 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
$319

Spirit Airlines flights from San José to New York LaGuardia Airport

Our best Spirit Airlines deals on San José to New York LaGuardia Airport flight tickets
Spirit Airlines
May 14
SJO12:38 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
8h 44m
1 stop
LGA11:22 pmNew York LaGuardia
May 17
LGA6:30 amNew York LaGuardia
7h 03m
1 stop
SJO11:33 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
$314
Spirit Airlines
May 8
SJO12:38 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
8h 44m
1 stop
LGA11:22 pmNew York LaGuardia
May 17
LGA6:30 amNew York LaGuardia
7h 03m
1 stop
SJO11:33 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
$318
Spirit Airlines
Apr 23
SJO12:38 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
8h 49m
1 stop
LGA11:27 pmNew York LaGuardia
Apr 26
LGA6:30 amNew York LaGuardia
7h 03m
1 stop
SJO11:33 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
$323

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San JoséNew York

SJO - LGA

SJOLGA

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 4/27

7:55 am-12:36 pm

1 stop26h 41m

New York LaGuardia

Fri 5/1

8:20 pm-12:21 pm

1 stop18h 01m

$303

San JoséNew York

SJO - LGA

SJOLGA

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 5/19

7:55 am-9:57 pm

1 stop12h 02m

New York LaGuardia

Tue 5/26

8:17 pm-10:11 am

1 stop15h 54m

$312
Quickest round-trip

San JoséNew York

SJO - LGA

SJOLGA

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 5/14

12:38 pm-11:22 pm

1 stop8h 44m

New York LaGuardia

Sun 5/17

6:30 am-11:33 am

1 stop7h 03m

$314

San JoséNew York

SJO - LGA

SJOLGA

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 5/8

12:38 pm-11:22 pm

1 stop8h 44m

New York LaGuardia

Sun 5/17

6:30 am-11:33 am

1 stop7h 03m

$318

San JoséNew York

SJO - LGA

SJOLGA

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 4/20

7:55 am-11:29 am

1 stop25h 34m

New York LaGuardia

Sat 4/25

5:43 pm-12:21 pm

1 stop20h 38m

$319

San JoséNew York

SJO - LGA

SJOLGA

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 4/22

7:55 am-9:57 pm

1 stop12h 02m

New York LaGuardia

Tue 4/28

8:21 pm-10:11 am

1 stop15h 50m

$322

San JoséNew York

SJO - LGA

SJOLGA

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 4/23

12:38 pm-11:27 pm

1 stop8h 49m

New York LaGuardia

Sun 4/26

6:30 am-11:33 am

1 stop7h 03m

$323

San JoséNew York

SJO - LGA

SJOLGA

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 4/23

12:38 pm-11:27 pm

1 stop8h 49m

New York LaGuardia

Mon 4/27

6:30 am-11:33 am

1 stop7h 03m

$324

San JoséNew York

SJO - LGA

SJOLGA

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 5/1

12:38 pm-11:27 pm

1 stop8h 49m

New York LaGuardia

Sun 5/10

6:30 am-11:33 am

1 stop7h 03m

$325

San JoséNew York

SJO - LGA

SJOLGA

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 4/22

11:13 am-11:10 pm

1 stop9h 57m

New York LaGuardia

Sat 4/25

5:43 pm-10:11 am

1 stop18h 28m

$328

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What is the cheapest month to fly to New York LaGuardia Airport?

The cheapest month to fly to New York LaGuardia Airport from San José is in October. Flight prices, which tend to average around $273, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you don’t want to visit New York LaGuardia Airport in October, then you should wait until January to fly from San José, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of $281.

How far in advance should I book a flight to New York LaGuardia Airport?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to New York LaGuardia Airport from San José when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to New York LaGuardia Airport for around $347 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to New York LaGuardia Airport from San José for as low as $239 on momondo.

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

As of March 2026, prices for San José to New York LaGuardia Airport flights are approximately 13% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from San José to New York LaGuardia Airport

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Fastest flight time

8h 34m

Direct flights

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The fastest flight from San José to New York LaGuardia Airport takes 8h 34m
There are no direct flights from San José to New York LaGuardia Airport. There are no popular flight routes from San José to New York LaGuardia Airport.
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  • How far is San José Juan Santamaria Intl to New York LaGuardia by plane?

    The distance between San José Juan Santamaria Intl and New York LaGuardia is about 2219.3 mi. Typically, this will take 8h 34m by plane in normal conditions.

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

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

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

    Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport to New York LaGuardia Airport.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to New York LaGuardia Airport?

    The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to New York LaGuardia Airport may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at New York LaGuardia Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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Best airlines flying from San José to New York LaGuardia Airport

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Spirit AirlinesPriceFrom $165Free CancellationRating
6.3
8,537 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $218Free CancellationRating
7.4
9,451 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $233Free CancellationRating
7.1
11,480 reviews
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JetBluePriceFrom $273Free CancellationRating
7.2
2,910 reviews
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