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$176+ Cheap flights from San José (SJO) to California

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 4/16. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SJO — LAX
Apr 11 — Apr 181
Sat 4/11
Sat 4/18
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from San José to California
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San José to California. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 12, 2026.

This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/11. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/284:18 pm
SJO
-
LAX
1 stop18h 57m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 6/211:55 am
LAX
-
SJO
1 stop11h 04m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/11$281
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/11. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/254:18 pm
SJO
-
LAX
1 stop18h 57m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 8/3011:55 am
LAX
-
SJO
1 stop11h 04m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/11$282
This Volaris deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/9. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Volaris is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/74:18 pm
SJO
-
LAX
1 stop18h 57m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 5/1211:55 am
LAX
-
SJO
1 stop11h 04m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/9$283
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/11. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/14:18 pm
SJO
-
LAX
1 stop18h 57m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 9/1011:55 am
LAX
-
SJO
1 stop11h 04m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/11$285
This eDestinos deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/12. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure eDestinos is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/94:18 pm
SJO
-
LAX
1 stop18h 57m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 7/149:55 am
LAX
-
SJO
1 stop13h 04m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/12$286
This Volaris deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Volaris is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/234:18 pm
SJO
-
LAX
1 stop18h 57m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 4/2811:55 am
LAX
-
SJO
1 stop11h 04m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/10$287
This Volaris deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/9. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Volaris is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/197:00 am
SJO
-
LAX
Nonstop12h 16m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 11/912:46 am
LAX
-
SJO
1 stop21h 13m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/9$288
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/14:18 pm
SJO
-
LAX
1 stop18h 57m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 9/79:00 am
LAX
-
SJO
2 stops11h 51m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/10$289
This eDestinos deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/8. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure eDestinos is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/267:00 am
SJO
-
LAX
Nonstop12h 16m
Volaris
Mon 9/149:00 am
LAX
-
SJO
Nonstop11h 51m
Volaris
Deal found 3/8$291
This eDestinos deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/8. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure eDestinos is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/37:00 am
SJO
-
LAX
Nonstop12h 16m
Volaris
Thu 9/1011:55 am
LAX
-
SJO
1 stop11h 04m
Volaris
Deal found 3/8$292
This eDestinos deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/7. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure eDestinos is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 3/182:39 pm
SJO
-
LAX
Nonstop7h 48m
Volaris
Sun 3/2212:51 am
LAX
-
SJO
1 stop11h 59m
Volaris
Deal found 3/7$293
This eDestinos deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure eDestinos is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/114:18 pm
SJO
-
LAX
1 stop18h 57m
Volaris
Tue 8/189:55 am
LAX
-
SJO
1 stop13h 04m
Volaris
Deal found 3/10$294

Find flight deals from San José to California

Keep the following information in mind while searching for San José to California flight deals. Data was last updated March 12, 2026.

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3 stars

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FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$281
(CheapOair)

One-way from

$176
(eDestinos)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$430

Good round-trip deal

$439 or less

Good one-way deal

$249 or less
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Customize your flight search to find flights from San José to California 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated March 12, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San José to California that are best for you.

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Cheapest round-trip

San JoséSacramento

SJO - SMF

SJOSMF

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 5/6

8:45 am-9:47 am

1 stop26h 02m

Sacramento Intl

Fri 5/15

6:20 am-7:15 am

1 stop23h 55m

$344

San JoséLos Angeles

SJO - LAX

SJOLAX

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 5/11

1:25 pm-11:44 pm

1 stop11h 19m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Wed 5/13

8:15 am-7:37 pm

1 stop10h 22m

$352

San JoséOntario

SJO - ONT

SJOONT

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 5/7

8:45 am-10:59 pm

1 stop15h 14m

Ontario

Tue 5/12

6:00 am-7:15 am

1 stop24h 15m

$354

San JoséSacramento

SJO - SMF

SJOSMF

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 4/23

1:25 pm-10:30 pm

1 stop10h 05m

Sacramento Intl

Mon 4/27

3:53 pm-7:15 am

1 stop14h 22m

$354

San JoséSan Diego

SJO - SAN

SJOSAN

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 5/1

8:47 am-6:30 pm

1 stop10h 43m

San Diego

Fri 5/8

10:00 pm-7:12 am

1 stop8h 12m

$355

San JoséLas Vegas

SJO - LAS

SJOLAS

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 4/29

7:55 am-6:23 pm

1 stop11h 28m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Mon 5/4

7:07 pm-12:21 pm

2 stops16h 14m

$356

San JoséSan Diego

SJO - SAN

SJOSAN

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 4/23

8:45 am-8:44 am

1 stop24h 59m

San Diego

Thu 4/30

6:20 am-7:15 am

1 stop23h 55m

$358

San JoséOntario

SJO - ONT

SJOONT

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 4/23

8:45 am-5:47 pm

1 stop10h 02m

Ontario

Tue 4/28

11:05 am-10:11 am

2 stops22h 06m

$375

San JoséLas Vegas

SJO - LAS

SJOLAS

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 3/18

5:30 am-5:57 pm

1 stop13h 27m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Thu 3/26

6:59 pm-12:15 pm

1 stop16h 16m

$377

San JoséLas Vegas

SJO - LAS

SJOLAS

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 5/28

11:13 am-12:21 am

2 stops14h 08m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Mon 6/1

8:31 pm-7:37 pm

2 stops22h 06m

$377

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Best time to book a flight from San José to California

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Everything you need to know about your flight from San José to California

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San José to California?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San José to California (average of $189). Flying from San José to California in June is currently the most expensive (average of $264). 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 SJO to CA?

Find hourly flight availability from San José to California. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated March 12, 2026.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from San José to California is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the morning tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the afternoon could potentially save you up to 53% on airfare.

Weekly flight availability from San José to California

Explore weekly flight availability from San José to California. 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 March 12, 2026.

The most flights from SJO to USCA are scheduled on a Thursday (4 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (2 on average).

Reviews of airlines servicing California

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to California. 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 California. Reviews last updated March 12, 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines,Volaris Costa Rica, andUnited Airlines from San José to California have to say. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
12,030 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

robert,Feb 2026

LAS - SAN

The good customer service team made you fell welcome on the flight.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
12,030 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
12,030 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

robert,Feb 2026

LAS - SAN

The good customer service team made you fell welcome on the flight.
Volaris Costa Rica
7.8
Good
80 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
12,030 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

robert,Feb 2026

LAS - SAN

The good customer service team made you fell welcome on the flight.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,420 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
12,030 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

robert,Feb 2026

LAS - SAN

The good customer service team made you fell welcome on the flight.
American Airlines
7.1
Good
11,433 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
12,030 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

robert,Feb 2026

LAS - SAN

The good customer service team made you fell welcome on the flight.
Avianca
6.5
Okay
2,498 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
12,030 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

robert,Feb 2026

LAS - SAN

The good customer service team made you fell welcome on the flight.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San José to California. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from San José to California?

    For a flight from San José to California, you will be flying from Juan Santamaria Intl. San José Juan Santamaria Intl (SJO) is just 8.8 mi from the center of the city.

  • How popular is this San José to California flight route?

    Flights from San José Juan Santamaria Intl to California have been viewed 9 times in the past calendar month.

  • How long is the flight from San José to California?

    A quick flight from San José to California can take about 10h 43m. United Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $355. Airlines will cover a distance of 2619 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from San José to California one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with United Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $130. Volaris Costa Rica flights start at $131 while deals on Volaris El Salvador start at $140 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from San José to California?

    The most popular flight routes from San José to California are San José Juan Santamaria Intl - Los Angeles Los Angeles, San José Juan Santamaria Intl - Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl and San José Juan Santamaria Intl - San Francisco.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from San José to California?

    Before booking your flight to California from San José, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: American Airlines (93%), Alaska Airlines (93%), United Airlines( 91%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from San José to California?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from San José to California? While on average our users pay $525, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $213. The most popular route (San José Juan Santamaria Intl - Los Angeles Los Angeles), is priced around $252.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San José to California 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 San José to California?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San José to California (average of $189). Flying from San José to California in June is currently the most expensive (average of $264). 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 10 airlines flying from San José to California

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from San José to California. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated March 12, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$135Average$211FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
Volaris Costa RicaCheapest$186Average$294FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Volaris El SalvadorCheapest$190Average$273FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Copa AirlinesCheapest$190Average$385FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
DeltaCheapest$210Average$553FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$216Average$480FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$231Average$470FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
AviancaCheapest$270Average$452FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
JetBlueCheapest$288Average$424FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$305Average$515FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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