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$132+ 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 10/21. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SJO — LAX
Jul 8 — Jul 151
Tue 7/8
Tue 7/15
1 adult, Economy
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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 July 3, 2025.

Round-trip from

$217
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$132
(United Airlines)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$447

Good round-trip deal

$317 or less

Good one-way deal

$192 or less
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 July 3, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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.
Mon 8/185:30 amSJO - SMF
2 stops19h 29mUnited Airlines
Thu 8/287:00 amSMF - SJO
1 stop11h 37mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/2$217
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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.
Thu 7/1711:59 pmSJO - SMF
1 stop11h 07mAmerican Airlines
Thu 7/2411:55 pmSMF - SJO
1 stop21h 10mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/1$232
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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.
Fri 9/265:30 amSJO - LAX
1 stop16h 46mVolaris Costa Rica
Mon 9/2910:49 pmLAX - SJO
1 stop23h 24mVolaris Costa Rica
Deal found 7/1$258
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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 8/192:48 pmSJO - LAX
1 stop8h 54mMultiple Airlines
Thu 2/1212:09 pmLAX - SJO
1 stop16h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/1$260
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/1312:18 pmSJO - LAX
2 stops12h 06mSpirit Airlines
Mon 8/1811:38 pmLAX - SJO
2 stops10h 34mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/1$261
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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.
Wed 8/202:42 pmSJO - LAX
1 stop8h 12mVolaris El Salvador
Sat 8/3012:24 pmLAX - SJO
1 stop17h 20mVolaris El Salvador
Deal found 7/1$263
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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.
Tue 7/295:30 amSJO - SJC
1 stop31h 32mUnited Airlines
Tue 8/56:24 pmSJC - SJO
2 stops24h 13mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/30$299
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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.
Tue 8/125:30 amSJO - LAS
2 stops15h 47mUnited Airlines
Mon 8/186:00 amLAS - SJO
2 stops12h 37mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/2$301
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Tue 7/2212:16 pmSJO - LAS
1 stop11h 51mSpirit Airlines
Tue 7/299:29 pmLAS - SJO
1 stop12h 42mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/1$302
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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.
Wed 7/1610:05 amSJO - LAS
1 stop13h 25mCopa Airlines
Tue 7/221:49 amLAS - SJO
1 stop10h 31mCopa Airlines
Deal found 7/1$306
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 7/2212:16 pmSJO - BUR
2 stops20h 09mSpirit Airlines
Wed 7/232:01 pmBUR - SJO
2 stops20h 10mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/1$306
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Wed 8/207:45 pmSJO - LAS
1 stop19h 00mAvianca
Sat 8/303:05 pmLAS - SJO
1 stop7h 30mAvianca
Deal found 7/2$313

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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 July 3, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San José to California that are best for you.

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San José

Fly to

California

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Price

San JoséSacramento

SJO - SMF

SJOSMF

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 8/18

5:30 am-11:59 pm

2 stops19h 29m

Sacramento Intl

Thu 8/28

7:00 am-7:37 pm

1 stop11h 37m

$217

San JoséSacramento

SJO - SMF

SJOSMF

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 7/17

11:59 pm-10:06 am

1 stop11h 07m

Sacramento Intl

Thu 7/24

11:55 pm-10:05 pm

1 stop21h 10m

$232

San JoséLos Angeles

SJO - LAX

SJOLAX

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 9/26

5:30 am-9:16 pm

1 stop16h 46m

Los Angeles

Mon 9/29

10:49 pm-11:13 pm

1 stop23h 24m

$258

San JoséLos Angeles

SJO - LAX

SJOLAX

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 8/19

2:48 pm-10:42 pm

1 stop8h 54m

Los Angeles

Thu 2/12

12:09 pm-6:44 am

1 stop16h 35m

$260

San JoséLos Angeles

SJO - LAX

SJOLAX

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 8/13

12:18 pm-11:24 pm

2 stops12h 06m

Los Angeles

Mon 8/18

11:38 pm-11:12 am

2 stops10h 34m

$261

San JoséLos Angeles

SJO - LAX

SJOLAX

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 8/20

2:42 pm-9:54 pm

1 stop8h 12m

Los Angeles

Sat 8/30

12:24 pm-6:44 am

1 stop17h 20m

$263

San JoséSan Jose

SJO - SJC

SJOSJC

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 7/29

5:30 am-12:02 pm

1 stop31h 32m

San Jose

Tue 8/5

6:24 pm-7:37 pm

2 stops24h 13m

$299

San JoséLas Vegas

SJO - LAS

SJOLAS

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 8/12

5:30 am-1:33 pm

1 stop9h 03m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Thu 8/14

3:35 pm-10:11 am

1 stop17h 36m

$301

San JoséLas Vegas

SJO - LAS

SJOLAS

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 7/22

12:16 pm-11:07 pm

1 stop11h 51m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Tue 7/29

9:29 pm-11:11 am

1 stop12h 42m

$302

San JoséLas Vegas

SJO - LAS

SJOLAS

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 7/16

10:05 am-10:30 pm

1 stop13h 25m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Tue 7/22

1:49 am-1:20 pm

1 stop10h 31m

$306

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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, 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 $326). 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 July 3, 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 July 3, 2025.

The most flights from SJO to USCA are scheduled on a Wednesday (4 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (3 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 July 3, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines, Southwest, and Delta 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
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,266 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,982 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Copa Airlines
7.5
Good
1,467 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Related info for your journey

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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?

    The San José Juan Santamaria Intl to California flight path was viewed by 12 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

  • 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 Volaris Costa Rica 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?

    The most popular flight routes from San José, San José Province to California are San José Juan Santamaria Intl - 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, 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%), KLM (89%), Delta( 89%).

  • 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 $334, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $130. The most popular route (San José Juan Santamaria Intl - Los Angeles), is priced around $248.

  • 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, 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 $326). 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 July 3, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Volaris El SalvadorCheapest$105Average$224FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$135Average$355FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
Volaris Costa RicaCheapest$177Average$294FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
VolarisCheapest$185Average$413FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
Copa AirlinesCheapest$212Average$474FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
United AirlinesCheapest$214Average$532FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$215Average$578FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
AviancaCheapest$260Average$449FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
American AirlinesCheapest$321Average$485FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$353Average$568FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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