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$132+ Cheap flights from San José (SJO) to California

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SJO — LAX
jun. 17 — jun. 241
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Cheap 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 junio 12, 2025.

Round-trip from

$217
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$132
(United Airlines)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$489

Good round-trip deal

$331 or less

Good one-way deal

$183 or less
From San José Juan Santamaria Intl to California
One-way flight from San José Juan Santamaria Intl to California
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price ($32 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($9 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in June 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from San José Juan Santamaria Intl to California.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from San José Juan Santamaria Intl to California.

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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 junio 12, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 8/185:30 amSJO - SMF
2 stops19h 29mUnited Airlines
lun. 9/87:00 amSMF - SJO
1 stop11h 37mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/10$217
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 10/71:53 pmSJO - SMF
2 stops22h 02mAmerican Airlines
mar. 10/142:42 pmSMF - SJO
2 stops19h 28mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/12$235
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 8/142:37 pmSJO - LAX
Nonstop7h 34mVolaris Costa Rica
lun. 8/1810:49 pmLAX - SJO
Nonstop7h 39mVolaris Costa Rica
Deal found 6/11$237
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 8/132:42 pmSJO - LAX
1 stop21h 07mVolaris El Salvador
jue. 8/2812:24 pmLAX - SJO
1 stop17h 20mVolaris El Salvador
Deal found 6/9$239
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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.
mié. 8/132:42 pmSJO - LAX
1 stop21h 07mMultiple Airlines
mié. 8/2011:33 pmLAX - SJO
1 stop19h 46mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/10$240
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 8/281:30 pmSJO - SJC
2 stops32h 48mUnited Airlines
mar. 9/98:45 amSJC - SJO
2 stops33h 52mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/10$301
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb. 7/196:00 amSJO - LAS
1 stop11h 11mUnited Airlines
mié. 7/2311:10 amLAS - SJO
1 stop19h 05mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/10$301
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 Copa Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 10/105:52 amSJO - SAN
1 stop13h 05mCopa Airlines
dom. 10/129:12 pmSAN - SJO
1 stop10h 08mCopa Airlines
Deal found 6/10$302
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb. 8/27:25 amSJO - SJC
1 stop11h 49mDelta
dom. 8/1011:00 pmSJC - SJO
1 stop12h 10mDelta
Deal found 6/12$302
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 8/135:30 amSJO - LAX
1 stop18h 31mUnited Airlines
sáb. 8/1612:56 amLAX - SJO
1 stop17h 41mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/12$305
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 6/2612:28 pmSJO - SMF
2 stops21h 56mSpirit Airlines
lun. 6/301:09 pmSMF - SJO
2 stops21h 10mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/10$305
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jue. 6/2612:28 pmSJO - LAS
1 stop13h 26mSpirit Airlines
lun. 6/309:14 pmLAS - SJO
1 stop13h 05mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/12$309

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San José to California that are best for you.

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San JoséSacramento

SJO - SMF

SJOSMF

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

lun. 8/18

5:30 am-11:59 pm

2 stops19h 29m

Sacramento Intl

lun. 9/8

7:00 am-7:37 pm

1 stop11h 37m

$217

San JoséSacramento

SJO - SMF

SJOSMF

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

mar. 10/7

1:53 pm-10:55 am

2 stops22h 02m

Sacramento Intl

mar. 10/14

2:42 pm-11:10 am

2 stops19h 28m

$235

San JoséLos Angeles

SJO - LAX

SJOLAX

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

jue. 8/14

2:37 pm-9:11 pm

Nonstop7h 34m

Los Angeles

lun. 8/18

10:49 pm-7:28 am

Nonstop7h 39m

$237

San JoséLos Angeles

SJO - LAX

SJOLAX

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

mié. 8/13

2:42 pm-10:49 am

1 stop21h 07m

Los Angeles

jue. 8/28

12:24 pm-6:44 am

1 stop17h 20m

$239

San JoséLos Angeles

SJO - LAX

SJOLAX

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

mié. 8/13

2:42 pm-10:49 am

1 stop21h 07m

Los Angeles

mié. 8/20

11:33 pm-8:19 pm

1 stop19h 46m

$240

San JoséSan Jose

SJO - SJC

SJOSJC

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

jue. 8/28

1:30 pm-9:18 pm

2 stops32h 48m

San Jose

mar. 9/9

8:45 am-7:37 pm

2 stops33h 52m

$301

San JoséLas Vegas

SJO - LAS

SJOLAS

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

sáb. 7/19

6:35 am-11:57 pm

2 stops18h 22m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

mié. 7/23

8:30 pm-10:11 am

2 stops12h 41m

$301

San JoséSan Diego

SJO - SAN

SJOSAN

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

vie. 10/10

5:52 am-5:57 pm

1 stop13h 05m

San Diego

dom. 10/12

9:12 pm-8:20 am

1 stop10h 08m

$302

San JoséSan Jose

SJO - SJC

SJOSJC

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

sáb. 8/2

7:25 am-6:14 pm

1 stop11h 49m

San Jose

dom. 8/10

11:00 pm-12:10 pm

1 stop12h 10m

$302

San JoséSacramento

SJO - SMF

SJOSMF

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

jue. 6/26

12:28 pm-9:24 am

2 stops21h 56m

Sacramento Intl

lun. 6/30

1:09 pm-11:19 am

2 stops21h 10m

$305

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San José, San José Province to California (average of $246). Flying from San José, San José Province to California in March is currently the most expensive (average of $327). 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 junio 12, 2025.

When flying from San José, San José Province to California, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Weekly flight availability from San José, San José Province 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 junio 12, 2025.

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

Rainfall in California by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in California ranges from 0.0 - 3.4 inches per month. February is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.4 in. July is typically the driest time to visit California when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in California by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to California, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 73.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 57.2 F).

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 junio 12, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Delta, Alaska Airlines and Southwest from San José to California. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.0
Very good

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
8.0
Very good
8.0
Very good

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
8.0
Very good

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
8.0
Very good

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
8.0
Very good

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

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  • 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, San José Province to California flight route?

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is United Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $132. However, be on the lookout for offers from Spirit Airlines and Volaris El Salvador, as they are both options that can get you from San José, San José Province to California for a low price.

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

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

    Before booking your flight to California from San José, San José Province, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: United Airlines (100%), American Airlines (85%), Alaska Airlines( 85%).

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

    Looking for the cheapest flight from San José, San José Province to California? While on average our users pay $468, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $139. The most popular route (San José Juan Santamaria Intl - Los Angeles), is priced around $217.

  • 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.

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  • 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, San José Province to California?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San José, San José Province to California (average of $246). Flying from San José, San José Province to California in March is currently the most expensive (average of $327). 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 junio 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Volaris El SalvadorCheapest$103Average$223FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$135Average$355FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
Volaris Costa RicaCheapest$149Average$292FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
VolarisCheapest$155Average$418FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
United AirlinesCheapest$210Average$539FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Copa AirlinesCheapest$211Average$473FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
DeltaCheapest$216Average$578FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
AviancaCheapest$245Average$445FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
American AirlinesCheapest$321Average$510FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$352Average$580FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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