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Cheap flights from Los Angeles to San José from C$ 244

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 15/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — SJO
23 Dec — 30 Dec1
1 adult

The best prices from Los Angeles to San José Juan Santamaria Intl are usually found in April or May, booked 90 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Monday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Los Angeles to San José

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Los Angeles (LAX) to San José (SJO). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 18 December 2024.

Round-trip from

C$ 398

One-way from

C$ 244

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

April

Average price

C$ 983
Volaris El Salvador
  • Volaris El Salvador
  • 3/2-12/2
  • 2 total stops
  • 22h 04m total
  • Los Angeles to San José
Avianca
  • Avianca
  • 15/1
  • 1 total stop
  • 7h 00m total
  • Los Angeles to San José
High demand for flights, 16% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 5% potential price drop
Average for round-trip flights in December 2024

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Cheapest flights from Los Angeles to San José
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Los Angeles to San José. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 18 December 2024.

Tue 31/1211:00 p.m.LAX - SJO
Nonstop5h 44mDelta
Wed 15/18:25 a.m.SJO - LAX
Nonstop6h 29mDelta
Deal found 17/12C$ 717
Mon 16/127:20 p.m.LAX - SJO
1 stop15h 57mUnited Airlines
Mon 23/126:40 a.m.SJO - LAX
Nonstop6h 27mUnited Airlines
Deal found 16/12C$ 737
Tue 31/128:55 a.m.LAX - SJO
1 stop13h 33mJetBlue
Wed 12/312:17 p.m.SJO - LAX
1 stop10h 43mJetBlue
Deal found 17/12C$ 788
Tue 17/1212:58 a.m.LAX - SJO
1 stop12h 50mCopa Airlines
Tue 24/128:07 a.m.SJO - LAX
1 stop16h 38mCopa Airlines
Deal found 17/12C$ 901
Wed 18/127:55 a.m.LAX - SJO
2 stops10h 45mSouthwest
Wed 25/121:40 p.m.SJO - LAX
2 stops19h 05mSouthwest
Deal found 17/12C$ 1,017
Tue 17/124:14 p.m.LAX - SJO
Nonstop5h 45mAlaska Airlines
Mon 23/121:18 a.m.SJO - LAX
Nonstop6h 42mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 16/12C$ 1,294

Find flights from Los Angeles to San José within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Los Angeles to San José that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 629,999 searches. Data last updated 18 December 2024.

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Los AngelesSan José

LAX - SJO

LAXSJO

Los Angeles

Mon 3/2

12:24 a.m.-1:57 p.m.

1 stop11h 33m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 12/2

1:46 p.m.-10:17 p.m.

1 stop10h 31m

C$ 398

Los AngelesSan José

LAX - SJO

LAXSJO

Los Angeles

Sat 15/2

12:03 p.m.-10:17 a.m.

1 stop20h 14m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 23/2

11:15 a.m.-10:17 p.m.

1 stop13h 02m

C$ 417

Los AngelesSan José

LAX - SJO

LAXSJO

Los Angeles

Sat 15/2

1:07 a.m.-1:12 p.m.

1 stop10h 05m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 19/2

4:09 a.m.-10:40 p.m.

1 stop20h 31m

C$ 488

Los AngelesSan José

LAX - SJO

LAXSJO

Los Angeles

Sat 1/3

1:55 p.m.-10:55 p.m.

1 stop7h 00m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 8/3

9:35 a.m.-9:35 p.m.

1 stop14h 00m

C$ 540

Los AngelesSan José

LAX - SJO

LAXSJO

Los Angeles

Tue 28/1

4:11 p.m.-11:57 p.m.

Nonstop5h 46m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 4/2

1:12 a.m.-6:00 a.m.

Nonstop6h 48m

C$ 587

Los AngelesSan José

LAX - SJO

LAXSJO

Los Angeles

Sat 25/1

10:44 p.m.-6:25 a.m.

Nonstop5h 41m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 2/2

6:40 a.m.-11:07 a.m.

Nonstop6h 27m

C$ 590

Los AngelesSan José

LAX - SJO

LAXSJO

Los Angeles

Tue 4/2

4:18 p.m.-11:18 a.m.

2 stops17h 00m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 12/2

1:25 p.m.-7:42 a.m.

2 stops20h 17m

C$ 614

Los AngelesSan José

LAX - SJO

LAXSJO

Los Angeles

Mon 13/1

6:00 a.m.-9:45 p.m.

1 stop13h 45m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 28/1

1:04 p.m.-11:20 p.m.

1 stop12h 16m

C$ 688

Los AngelesSan José

LAX - SJO

LAXSJO

Los Angeles

Tue 21/1

11:15 p.m.-6:53 a.m.

Nonstop5h 38m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 29/1

8:25 a.m.-12:54 p.m.

Nonstop6h 29m

C$ 766

Los AngelesSan José

LAX - SJO

LAXSJO

Los Angeles

Tue 8/4

6:10 a.m.-7:40 p.m.

2 stops12h 30m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 15/4

8:45 a.m.-9:05 p.m.

2 stops13h 20m

C$ 797

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Travel insights for flights from Los Angeles to San José

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Los Angeles to San José including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

How far ahead should I book a flight from Los Angeles to San José, San José Province?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Los Angeles to San José. Price data was last updated on 13 December 2024.

The best time to book flights from Los Angeles to San José, San José Province is 90 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Los Angeles to San José, San José Province?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Los Angeles to San José, San José Province (average of C$ 486). Flying from Los Angeles to San José, San José Province in February is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 639). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from LAX to SJO?

Find hourly flight availability from Los Angeles to San José. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 18 December 2024.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Los Angeles to San José, San José Province in the morning. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 40% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the afternoon.

Weekly flight availability from Los Angeles to San José, San José Province

Explore weekly flight availability from Los Angeles to San José. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated 18 December 2024.

The most flights from LAX to SJO are scheduled on a Wednesday (6 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Thursday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (1 on average).

Rainfall in San José by month

Plan your trip to San José by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in San José, San José Province ranges from 0.0 - 300.0 mm per month. September is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 300.0 mm. February is typically the driest time to visit San José, San José Province when rainfall is around 0.0 mm.

Temperature in San José by month

Plan your trip to San José by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to San José, San José Province, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, April is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 21.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 18.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing San José

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San José. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to San José. Reviews last updated 18 December 2024.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Alaska Airlines, Spirit Airlines and United Airlines from Los Angeles to San José by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
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Very good
4,848 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

8.1
Very good
4,848 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,848 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

8.0
Very good
9,552 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,848 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

8.0
Very good
8,604 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,848 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

7.7
Good
1,723 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,848 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

7.5
Good
1,930 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,848 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Los Angeles to San José. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What airports do I use to fly from Los Angeles to San José?

    San José Juan Santamaria Intl is the airport most travellers will use when flying to San José from Los Angeles. Booking flights from Los Angeles (LAX) to Juan Santamaria Intl (SJO) should be relatively easy as there are 2 daily flights to San José from 2 different airlines. 7h 00m is how long a flight from Los Angeles to San José Juan Santamaria Intl will take if you book a nonstop flight.

  • How popular is this Los Angeles to San José, San José Province flight route?

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Los Angeles to San José, San José Province round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Los Angeles to San José, San José Province round-trip from C$ 417. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Copa Airlines, from C$ 488, and Avianca, from C$ 540. Volaris El Salvador is priced at 33% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Los Angeles to San José, San José Province one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as C$ 244 on Avianca. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Alaska Airlines from C$ 250 and Copa Airlines from C$ 266 one-way.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Los Angeles to San José, San José Province?

    Consider Air France (90%), KLM (88%) or Delta (88%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Los Angeles to San José, San José Province.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Los Angeles to San José that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Los Angeles to San José flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Los Angeles to San José?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Los Angeles to San José.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Los Angeles to San José?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Los Angeles to San José by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Los Angeles to San José, San José Province?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Los Angeles to San José, San José Province (average of C$ 486). Flying from Los Angeles to San José, San José Province in February is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 639). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 2 airlines flying from Los Angeles to San José

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AviancaCheapestC$ 352AverageC$ 472FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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Alaska AirlinesCheapestC$ 552AverageC$ 711FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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