Cheap flights from EWR to SJO (Newark Liberty Intl. Airport to Juan Santamaría Intl.)

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Cheap Flights from EWR to SJO starting at $89 One Way, $279 Round Trip

Prices starting at $279 for return flights and $89 for one-way flights to Juan Santamaría Intl. were the cheapest prices found within the past 7 days, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Wed, Apr 22 - Wed, Apr 29
EWR
New York
SJO
San José
$279 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$279
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Arajet flight, departing Wed, Apr 22 from New York to San José, returning Wed, Apr 29, priced at $279 found 2 days ago
Tue, Sep 15 - Wed, Sep 23
EWR
New York
SJO
San José
$324 Roundtrip, found 18 hours ago
$324
Roundtrip
found 18 hours ago
Select United flight, departing Tue, Sep 15 from New York to San José, returning Wed, Sep 23, priced at $324 found 18 hours ago
Fri, May 8 - Tue, May 12
EWR
New York
SJO
San José
$333 Roundtrip, found 6 hours ago
$333
Roundtrip
found 6 hours ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Fri, May 8 from New York to San José, returning Tue, May 12, priced at $333 found 6 hours ago
Thu, May 28 - Mon, Jun 1
EWR
New York
SJO
San José
$350 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$350
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Thu, May 28 from New York to San José, returning Mon, Jun 1, priced at $350 found 1 day ago
Tue, Apr 14 - Fri, Apr 17
EWR
New York
SJO
San José
$404 Roundtrip, found 12 hours ago
$404
Roundtrip
found 12 hours ago
Select JetBlue Airways flight, departing Tue, Apr 14 from New York to San José, returning Fri, Apr 17, priced at $404 found 12 hours ago

Hotel Ideas near Juan Santamaría Intl.

Airport Hotels near Juan Santamaría Intl.

Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport

Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport

3 out of 5
Hwy 1 Airport Blvd Rio Segundo
The price is $174 total per night from Apr 7 to Apr 8
$174 total
per night
Apr 7 - Apr 8
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Rio Segundo. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,438 reviews)
Property was nice, staff ok. Fairly quiet. Location is super close to the airport which was convenient. Rooms seemed small but acceptable. Bed was very uncomfortable and not good if you have spine or body issues.

Reviewed on Mar 20, 2026

Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport
Hilton Garden Inn San Jose Airport City Mall

Hilton Garden Inn San Jose Airport City Mall

3.5 out of 5
Francisco J. Orlich Road Alajuela Alajuela
The price is $184 total per night from Apr 1 to Apr 2
$184 total
per night
Apr 1 - Apr 2
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Alajuela. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,664 reviews)
Didn’t use the pool. Breakfast was great. The hotel was overbooked and one of our rooms was cancelled last minute. After some pleas on our part the hotel gave us rollaway beds to put in two other rooms we had and free breakfast.

Reviewed on Mar 20, 2026

Hilton Garden Inn San Jose Airport City Mall
Courtyard by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela

Courtyard by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela

3.5 out of 5
Plaza Los Mangos Rio Segundo Alajuela
The price is $251 total per night from Mar 31 to Apr 1
$251 total
per night
Mar 31 - Apr 1
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Rio Segundo. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the restaurant and the ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,002 reviews)
Worked fine for overnight

Reviewed on Mar 19, 2026

Courtyard by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Hotels In San José

Barceló San José

Barceló San José

4 out of 5
Autopista General Canas 3km San José San Jose
$64 nightly
The price is $72 total per night from Mar 31 to Apr 1
$72 total
Mar 31 - Apr 1
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this spa hotel in San José. Enjoy free parking, an outdoor pool, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,939 reviews)
Beautiful property. The grounds are gorgeous, the pool was great too. Close to the airport and free shuttle.

Reviewed on Mar 19, 2026

Barceló San José
Wyndham San Jose Herradura Hotel & Convention Center

Wyndham San Jose Herradura Hotel & Convention Center

4 out of 5
Autopista General Canas La Asunción Heredia
$103 nightly
The price is $116 total per night from Mar 29 to Mar 30
$116 total
Mar 29 - Mar 30
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this spa hotel in La Asunción. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 3 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
7.6/10 Good! (2,026 reviews)
Great food and plenty of space. No hot water after 7 a.m.

Reviewed on Mar 20, 2026

Wyndham San Jose Herradura Hotel & Convention Center
Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport

Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport

3 out of 5
Hwy 1 Airport Blvd Rio Segundo
$154 nightly
The price is $174 total per night from Apr 7 to Apr 8
$174 total
Apr 7 - Apr 8
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Rio Segundo. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,438 reviews)
Property was nice, staff ok. Fairly quiet. Location is super close to the airport which was convenient. Rooms seemed small but acceptable. Bed was very uncomfortable and not good if you have spine or body issues.

Reviewed on Mar 20, 2026

Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

San José Hotels With Airport Transportation

Courtyard by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela

Courtyard by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela

3.5 out of 5
Plaza Los Mangos Rio Segundo Alajuela
$222 nightly
The price is $251 total per night from Mar 31 to Apr 1
$251 total
Mar 31 - Apr 1
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Rio Segundo. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the restaurant and the ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,002 reviews)
Worked fine for overnight

Reviewed on Mar 19, 2026

Courtyard by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela
Barceló San José

Barceló San José

4 out of 5
Autopista General Canas 3km San José San Jose
$64 nightly
The price is $72 total per night from Mar 31 to Apr 1
$72 total
Mar 31 - Apr 1
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this spa hotel in San José. Enjoy free parking, an outdoor pool, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,939 reviews)
Beautiful property. The grounds are gorgeous, the pool was great too. Close to the airport and free shuttle.

Reviewed on Mar 19, 2026

Barceló San José
La Riviera Hotel B&B

La Riviera Hotel B&B

3 out of 5
100 mts south of Cemetery San Antonio de Belen Heredia
$103 nightly
The price is $116 total per night from Mar 26 to Mar 27
$116 total
Mar 26 - Mar 27
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this hotel in San Antonio de Belen. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (999 reviews)
Great hotel, great communication!

Reviewed on Mar 20, 2026

La Riviera Hotel B&B
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Low Priced San José Hotels

Hotel La Guaria Inn & Suites

Hotel La Guaria Inn & Suites

2.5 out of 5
Alajuela, 2nd. Av., 1st. Street Alajuela Alajuela
The price is $136 total per night from Apr 2 to Apr 3
$136 total
per night
Apr 2 - Apr 3
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Alajuela. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
Hotel La Guaria Inn & Suites
Hotel El Maragato

Hotel El Maragato

3 out of 5
Ave Central San José San Jose
Book a stay at this family-friendly hotel in San José. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Popular attractions Sabana Park and National ...
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Hotel El Maragato
Hotel Luisiana

Hotel Luisiana

3.5 out of 5
100 west and 400 south from Cruz Roja Uruca San Jose
The price is $106 total per night from Apr 16 to Apr 17
$106 total
per night
Apr 16 - Apr 17
Book a stay at this family-friendly hotel in Uruca. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), room service, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)
It was a really nice property with gated parking, nice outside seating and a great pizza restaurant. The staff was wonderful and very helpful.

Reviewed on Mar 12, 2026

Hotel Luisiana
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Family Friendly Hotels in San José

Hotel Robledal

Hotel Robledal

3 out of 5
400mts Oeste De La Iglesia de El Roble San Antonio Alajuela
Book a stay at this family-friendly hotel in San Antonio. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking, and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (410 reviews)

Families like: Kids pool, babysitting, free breakfast for the whole family, free airport shuttle

Travelers say...
Friendly and very comfortable. Lots of birds to view.

Reviewed on Mar 12, 2024

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Hotel Robledal
Hotel Luisiana

Hotel Luisiana

3.5 out of 5
100 west and 400 south from Cruz Roja Uruca San Jose
$94 nightly
The price is $106 total per night from Apr 16 to Apr 17
$106 total
Apr 16 - Apr 17
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this family-friendly hotel in Uruca. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), room service, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)

Families like: Kids pool, bicycle rentals nearby, cribs

Travelers say...
It was a really nice property with gated parking, nice outside seating and a great pizza restaurant. The staff was wonderful and very helpful.

Reviewed on Mar 12, 2026

Hotel Luisiana
Trapp Family Country Inn

Trapp Family Country Inn

3 out of 5
400m west of soccer field San Antonio Alajuela
$105 nightly
The price is $119 total per night from Apr 19 to Apr 20
$119 total
Apr 19 - Apr 20
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this inn in San Antonio. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
9/10 Wonderful! (699 reviews)
Didn't have time to use the pool.

Reviewed on Mar 20, 2026

Trapp Family Country Inn
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

EWR to SJO Route Info

Origin Airport
Destination Airport
Number Of Airlines Serving
Distance
Shortest Flight Departure Time
Shortest Flight Departure Date
EWR Address & GPS
Address:
Building 1, Conrad Road
Newark NJ, 07114
United States
IATA Code:
EWR
Longitude:
-74.178753
Latitude:
40.689071
Time Zone:
America/New_York
SJO Address & GPS
Address:
San Jose ,
Costa Rica
IATA Code:
SJO
Longitude:
-84.20408
Latitude:
9.998238
Time Zone:
America/Costa_Rica

Frequently asked questions

Are there non-stop flights from Newark Airport to Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport?
You won't have to bother about changing planes or missing your next flight on this route. United Airlines will fly you nonstop from Newark Airport to SJO.
What is the shortest flight from Newark Airport to Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO)?
The quickest flight time from Newark to San José is around 8 hours and 54 minutes. Order your favorite tipple from the drink cart, go over your travel itinerary or read a few magazines — you'll have enough time on this medium-haul trip.
How many hours flight from Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR) to Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO)?
Typically, it takes 8 hours and 59 minutes to fly from EWR to SJO. Get through this medium-haul journey by watching movies and browsing a magazine or two. Alternatively, catch up on some Zs.
What airlines have the most flights from Newark Airport to Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport?
Ready to book your Newark to San José airfare? Consider making United Airlines your first choice. With 78 flights every month to choose from on this route, they have the ticket to your next inspiring adventure.

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