What is the cheapest airline that flies from San Jose to New York?

Frontier, Southwest, and American Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from San Jose to New York

What airlines fly to New York?

Alaska Airlines, United Airlines and JetBlue are the top three most popular airlines that fly to New York from San Jose according to our data. Alaska Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 34% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to New York. Keep in mind that there are 10 different airlines that fly to New York on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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

7 flights are operational weekly from San Jose to New York as of July 2025. The most popular departure day for this route is Mon, with 29% of flights per week taking off on this day.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from San Jose Airport to New York?

Prices for flights from San Jose Airport to New York refresh daily.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from San Jose Airport to New York?

As of July 2025, there are 8 operators available to choose from for flights from San Jose Airport to New York.

How old do you have to be to fly from San Jose Airport to New York?

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 Jose Airport to New York.

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

The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to New York 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. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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6:30 am - 5:00 pmSJC-EWR

7h 30m1 stop

6:05 pm - 11:54 pmEWR-SJC

8h 49m1 stop

$125Spirit Airlines

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Wed, Jul 30 - Wed, Aug 6

6:30 am - 5:00 pmSJC-EWR

7h 30m1 stop

10:50 am - 10:36 amEWR-SJC

26h 46m2 stops

$146Spirit Airlines

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Wed, Jul 30 - Wed, Aug 6

6:00 am - 5:53 pmSJC-LGA

8h 53m1 stop

1:55 pm - 9:04 pmLGA-SJC

10h 09m1 stop

$159American Airlines

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Tue, Aug 19 - Tue, Aug 26

6:00 am - 5:58 pmSJC-LGA

8h 58m1 stop

10:59 am - 6:27 pmLGA-SJC

10h 28m2 stops

$164American Airlines

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Thu, Aug 7 - Wed, Aug 13

7:00 pm - 5:30 amSJC-JFK

7h 30m1 stop

6:59 am - 1:17 pmJFK-SJC

9h 18m1 stop

$221Frontier

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Thu, Aug 7 - Mon, Aug 11

6:37 am - 6:09 amSJC-JFK

20h 32m1 stop

4:28 pm - 10:38 pmJFK-SJC

9h 10m1 stop

$251Alaska Airlines

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Tue, Sep 9 - Wed, Sep 17

7:47 pm - 6:29 amSJC-JFK

7h 42m1 stop

4:00 pm - 10:36 pmJFK-SJC

9h 36m1 stop

$257Alaska Airlines

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Sat, Aug 9 - Wed, Aug 13

7:00 pm - 5:30 amSJC-JFK

7h 30m1 stop

6:59 am - 1:17 pmJFK-SJC

9h 18m1 stop

$271Frontier

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Thu, Jul 24 - Mon, Jul 28

12:30 pm - 1:06 amSJC-JFK

9h 36m1 stop

3:45 pm - 10:50 pmJFK-SJC

10h 05m1 stop

$277Delta

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Thu, Aug 14 - Fri, Aug 22

12:30 pm - 1:06 amSJC-JFK

9h 36m1 stop

3:45 pm - 10:50 pmJFK-SJC

10h 05m1 stop

$308Delta

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Alaska Airlines flights from San Jose to New York

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Sep 9

SJC6:37 amSan Jose

20h 32m

1 stop

JFK6:09 amNew York John F Kennedy Intl

Sep 17

JFK4:28 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

9h 10m

1 stop

SJC10:38 pmSan Jose

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Aug 9

SJC7:47 pmSan Jose

7h 42m

1 stop

JFK6:29 amNew York John F Kennedy Intl

Aug 13

JFK4:00 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

9h 36m

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SJC10:36 pmSan Jose

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Sep 6

SJC6:40 amSan Jose

20h 29m

1 stop

JFK6:09 amNew York John F Kennedy Intl

Sep 10

JFK6:36 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

17h 35m

1 stop

SJC9:11 amSan Jose

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Delta flights from San Jose to New York

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Delta

Aug 14

SJC12:30 pmSan Jose

9h 36m

1 stop

JFK1:06 amNew York John F Kennedy Intl

Aug 22

JFK3:45 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

10h 05m

1 stop

SJC10:50 pmSan Jose

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Delta

Aug 15

SJC12:30 pmSan Jose

9h 36m

1 stop

JFK1:06 amNew York John F Kennedy Intl

Aug 22

JFK3:45 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

10h 05m

1 stop

SJC10:50 pmSan Jose

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Delta

Jul 31

SJC12:17 pmSan Jose

9h 59m

1 stop

JFK1:16 amNew York John F Kennedy Intl

Aug 6

JFK7:25 amNew York John F Kennedy Intl

8h 23m

1 stop

SJC12:48 pmSan Jose

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from San Jose to New York

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What is the cheapest month to fly to New York?

The cheapest month to fly to New York from San Jose is in February. Flight prices, which tend to average around $276, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. The month of September is another great option to travel to New York, with average flight prices from San Jose averaging around $281.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to New York?

The cheapest day to depart from San Jose to New York is on a Friday when prices can be found for as low as $428. On the other hand, Saturday is the most expensive day to depart from San Jose because it is more convenient for both business and leisure travelers. As a result, prices tend to be around $810.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to New York?

Our most recent data shows that the best time of day to fly to New York is in the afternoon. Flights from San Jose to New York during this time can be as low as $326. Flights to New York are more costly in the evening, with an average ticket price of $546. Departure times in the evening fall within the peak daily travel times, which is why tickets can be more expensive.

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to New York from San Jose when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to New York for around $406 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to New York from San Jose for as low as $277 on momondo.

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

As of July 2025, prices for San Jose to New York flights are approximately 18% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from San Jose to New York

Are you open to changing your travel dates? Check out the ideal times to fly from San Jose to New York according to our flight data. Find out which month and days have the cheapest flights.

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Best Price Found	$72
Fastest flight time	7h 15m
Direct flights	Sat
Airports in New York	3 airports

The best one-way flight to New York from San Jose in the past 72 hours is $72. The best round-trip flight deal from San Jose to New York found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $125.

The fastest flight from San Jose to New York takes 7h 15m

Direct flights go from San Jose to New York on Saturday. The only airline offering direct flights is United Airlines.

There are 3 airports near New York: Newark (EWR), New York LaGuardia (LGA), New York John F Kennedy Intl (JFK)

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How far is San Jose to New York by plane?
The straight-line distance from San Jose to New York is 2547.4 mi. In terms of flight time, this usually takes a little over 7h 15m.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from San Jose Airport to New York?
Prices for flights from San Jose Airport to New York refresh daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from San Jose Airport to New York?
As of July 2025, there are 8 operators available to choose from for flights from San Jose Airport to New York.
How old do you have to be to fly from San Jose Airport to New York?
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 Jose Airport to New York.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to New York?
The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to New York 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. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.
What is the most popular plane model from San Jose to New York?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular plane model on flight routes from San Jose to New York is Airbus A318/A319/A320/A321 (24.00% of total bookings). The next most popular plane models are Boeing 737 MAX 9 (16.00%), Boeing 777 (12.00%), and Airbus A321 (sharklets) (12.00%).
What is the most popular airline from San Jose to New York?
Based on momondo bookings for flights between San Jose and New York, the leading airline is Spirit Airlines, making up 22% of the total bookings. Other popular airlines include Delta with 21%, Alaska Airlines with 14%, and American Airlines with 12%.

Best airlines flying from San Jose to New York

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Frontier	PriceFrom $66	Free Cancellation	Rating 5.9 3,271 reviews	Search Frontier flights
Spirit Airlines	PriceFrom $113	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.3 8,055 reviews	Search Spirit Airlines flights
JetBlue	PriceFrom $158	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 2,910 reviews	Search JetBlue flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $198	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 10,000 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
Alaska Airlines	PriceFrom $236	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.0 10,000 reviews	Search Alaska Airlines flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $238	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 8,846 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
Delta	PriceFrom $256	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.0 7,952 reviews	Search Delta flights
Southwest	PriceFrom $285	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.0 4,250 reviews	Search Southwest flights

Southwest Flights From San Jose to New York
Southwest is one of the most popular airlines flying from San Jose to New York, operating 3 flights/week on average for this route. A good Southwest flight deal for San Jose to New York starts from $285 round-trip, up to an average price of $507. Our users have rated Southwest at 8.0/10.
United Airlines Flights From San Jose to New York
United Airlines is also a popular choice for this route. United Airlines flight deals for San Jose to New York start from as low as $238 round-trip, depending on your selected dates, with average United Airlines deals seen on momondo around $438. United Airlines operates 4 flights to New York from San Jose in an average week. Users have rated it 7.4/10 across 8,846 reviews.

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