Los Angeles

$174+ Cheap flights from San José (SJO) to Los Angeles (LAX)

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SJO — LAX
Feb 25 — Mar 41
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from San José Juan Santamaria Intl to Los Angeles are usually found in September or October, booked 89 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Thursday and return on a Tuesday

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Cheapest flights from San José to Los Angeles
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San José to Los Angeles. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 26, 2026.

This eDestinos deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/25. 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 3/52:39 pm
SJO
-
LAX
Nonstop7h 55m
Volaris Costa Rica
Tue 3/1011:04 pm
LAX
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SJO
1 stop23h 09m
Volaris Costa Rica
Deal found 1/25$242
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/24. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 2/55:30 am
SJO
-
LAX
1 stop17h 04m
Volaris Costa Rica
Wed 3/1111:04 pm
LAX
-
SJO
1 stop23h 09m
Volaris Costa Rica
Deal found 1/24$243
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/23. 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/55:30 am
SJO
-
LAX
1 stop17h 04m
Volaris Costa Rica
Wed 3/1111:04 pm
LAX
-
SJO
1 stop23h 09m
Volaris Costa Rica
Deal found 1/23$244
This eDestinos deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/24. 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 3/105:30 am
SJO
-
LAX
1 stop16h 57m
Volaris Costa Rica
Wed 3/1811:04 pm
LAX
-
SJO
Nonstop7h 13m
Volaris Costa Rica
Deal found 1/24$245
This eDestinos deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/24. 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 3/42:39 pm
SJO
-
LAX
Nonstop7h 55m
Volaris
Tue 3/1011:04 pm
LAX
-
SJO
Nonstop7h 13m
Volaris
Deal found 1/24$246
This eDestinos deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. 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 2/125:30 am
SJO
-
LAX
1 stop17h 04m
Volaris
Sat 2/2112:09 pm
LAX
-
SJO
1 stop16h 41m
Volaris
Deal found 1/26$247
This eDestinos deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/24. 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.
Mon 2/234:17 pm
SJO
-
LAX
1 stop20h 09m
Volaris
Mon 3/210:04 pm
LAX
-
SJO
1 stop23h 09m
Volaris
Deal found 1/24$248
This eDestinos deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/24. 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 2/112:39 pm
SJO
-
LAX
Nonstop7h 55m
Volaris
Wed 2/1810:04 pm
LAX
-
SJO
1 stop23h 09m
Volaris
Deal found 1/24$250
This eDestinos deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. 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 3/55:30 am
SJO
-
LAX
1 stop17h 04m
Volaris
Thu 3/121:09 pm
LAX
-
SJO
1 stop16h 41m
Volaris
Deal found 1/26$251
This eDestinos deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/25. 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 3/112:50 pm
SJO
-
LAX
1 stop21h 36m
Volaris
Sun 3/1511:04 pm
LAX
-
SJO
Nonstop7h 13m
Volaris
Deal found 1/25$252
This eDestinos deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/24. 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.
Mon 3/95:30 am
SJO
-
LAX
1 stop16h 57m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 3/121:09 pm
LAX
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SJO
1 stop16h 41m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/24$253

Find flight deals from San José to Los Angeles

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San José (SJO) to Los Angeles (LAX). 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 January 26, 2026.

Most accurate provider

CheapOair
3 stars

Most trusted provider

CheapOair
3 stars

Round-trip from

$242
(eDestinos)

One-way from

$174
(eDestinos)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$407

Good round-trip deal

$356 or less

Good one-way deal

$229 or less
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From San José Juan Santamaria Intl to Los Angeles
One-way flight from San José Juan Santamaria Intl to Los Angeles
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 5% potential increase in price ($23 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($7 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in January 2026
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from San José Juan Santamaria Intl to Los Angeles.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from San José Juan Santamaria Intl to Los Angeles.

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

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San JoséLos Angeles

SJO - LAX

SJOLAX

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 2/19

11:01 am-10:39 pm

1 stop13h 38m

Los Angeles

Sun 2/22

1:01 am-4:46 pm

2 stops13h 45m

$327

San JoséLos Angeles

SJO - LAX

SJOLAX

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 2/19

2:20 pm-11:30 pm

1 stop11h 10m

Los Angeles

Sun 3/1

6:50 pm-12:56 pm

1 stop16h 06m

$335

San JoséLos Angeles

SJO - LAX

SJOLAX

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 4/24

7:55 am-11:44 pm

1 stop16h 49m

Los Angeles

Mon 5/18

11:59 pm-12:21 pm

1 stop11h 22m

$337

San JoséLos Angeles

SJO - LAX

SJOLAX

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 2/16

8:45 am-11:30 pm

1 stop16h 45m

Los Angeles

Tue 3/3

7:00 am-8:39 pm

1 stop11h 39m

$347

San JoséLos Angeles

SJO - LAX

SJOLAX

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 2/18

5:51 pm-12:05 pm

1 stop20h 14m

Los Angeles

Sun 2/22

9:08 pm-4:46 pm

3 stops17h 38m

$349

San JoséLos Angeles

SJO - LAX

SJOLAX

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 4/18

6:00 am-11:21 am

Nonstop6h 21m

Los Angeles

Mon 4/27

6:45 pm-12:21 pm

1 stop16h 36m

$352

San JoséLos Angeles

SJO - LAX

SJOLAX

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 4/25

6:00 am-11:21 am

Nonstop6h 21m

Los Angeles

Mon 5/18

11:59 pm-12:21 pm

1 stop11h 22m

$352

San JoséLos Angeles

SJO - LAX

SJOLAX

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 4/18

6:00 am-11:21 am

Nonstop6h 21m

Los Angeles

Sun 4/26

11:59 pm-12:21 pm

1 stop11h 22m

$357

San JoséLos Angeles

SJO - LAX

SJOLAX

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 2/2

5:51 pm-12:05 pm

1 stop20h 14m

Los Angeles

Thu 2/5

9:08 pm-8:21 am

1 stop9h 13m

$360

San JoséLos Angeles

SJO - LAX

SJOLAX

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 3/4

1:27 am-6:08 am

Nonstop6h 41m

$181

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from San José to Los Angeles in January.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
CheapOairPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Trip.comPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
SmartFaresPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*1 star

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on San José-Los Angeles flights, users find the pricing of CheapOair to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. CheapOair Users can find the same prices on San José-Los Angeles flight deals on Cheapflights vs. CheapOair >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from San José-Los Angeles flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on San José-Los Angeles flights, Cheapflights users trust CheapOair the most. CheapOair has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for San José-Los Angeles flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San José to Los Angeles. Price data was last updated on January 23, 2026.

The best time to book flights from San José to Los Angeles is 89 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 San José to Los Angeles?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San José to Los Angeles (average of $150). Flying from San José to Los Angeles in June is currently the most expensive (average of $252). 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 LAX?

Find hourly flight availability from San José to Los Angeles. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated January 26, 2026.

Unlike in the evening, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 53% on flights from San José to Los Angeles by exploring options for tickets in the afternoon.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from San José to Los Angeles?

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See what other customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines, Delta, and Volaris Costa Rica from San José to Los Angeles have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Entertainment

7.0

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jan 2026

STS - LAX

Enjoyed staff assistance from ticking thru tsa , boarding and in the plane Couldn’t pick a seat except upgrading

Entertainment

7.0

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jan 2026

STS - LAX

Enjoyed staff assistance from ticking thru tsa , boarding and in the plane Couldn’t pick a seat except upgrading

Entertainment

7.0

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jan 2026

STS - LAX

Enjoyed staff assistance from ticking thru tsa , boarding and in the plane Couldn’t pick a seat except upgrading

Entertainment

7.0

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jan 2026

STS - LAX

Enjoyed staff assistance from ticking thru tsa , boarding and in the plane Couldn’t pick a seat except upgrading

Entertainment

7.0

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jan 2026

STS - LAX

Enjoyed staff assistance from ticking thru tsa , boarding and in the plane Couldn’t pick a seat except upgrading

Entertainment

7.0

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jan 2026

STS - LAX

Enjoyed staff assistance from ticking thru tsa , boarding and in the plane Couldn’t pick a seat except upgrading

Related info for your journey

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  • What airports do I use to fly from San José to Los Angeles?

    To fly from San José to Los Angeles, you need to book a flight from Juan Santamaria Intl (SJO) to Los Angeles (LAX). Nonstop flights to Los Angeles from San José Juan Santamaria Intl take 7h 48m on average. When it comes time to book airfare, you have a few options: there are 3 outbound flights from Juan Santamaria Intl to Los Angeles offered by 8 different airlines.

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

  • How long is the flight from San José to Los Angeles?

    A quick flight from San José to Los Angeles can take about 11h 10m. Copa Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $335. San José and Los Angeles are separated by a distance of 2721 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

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

    Flying on Avianca is currently your cheapest option to Los Angeles, with prices starting at $166. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Volaris El Salvador and Delta, with the lowest prices starting at $175 and $179, respectively. Avianca is 58% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $116 on Volaris El Salvador. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Volaris Costa Rica from $134 and Avianca from $172 one-way.

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

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from San José to Los Angeles consider choosing American Airlines (97%), Alaska Airlines (97%) or United Airlines (87%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from San José to Los Angeles?

    The cheapest flight price from San José to Los Angeles is $176. On average you can expect to pay $658. The most popular route, (San José Juan Santamaria Intl - Los Angeles), can usually be booked for $199.

  • Where are the most common layover locations when flying from San José to Los Angeles?

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a layover in Guatemala City?

    The majority of Guatemala City visitors spend their time at El Obelisco, National Palace of Culture, and Parque Zoológico La Aurora. El Obelisco, National Palace of Culture, and Parque Zoológico La Aurora can be accessed by traveling approximately 1.0 mi, 4.2 mi, and 1.0 mi, respectively from Guatemala City La Aurora. Travelers can rent a car at Guatemala City La Aurora for an average daily rate of $25 to make sightseeing during their layover a little easier.

  • What are some popular points of interest to see during a layover in Panama City?

    The majority of Panama City visitors spend their time at Panama Old Cathedral, Amador Causeway, and Panama Canal. Travelers on a layover in Panama City can visit Panama Old Cathedral, Amador Causeway, and Panama Canal, by traveling 13.2 mi, 14.7 mi, and 15.1 mi, respectively after landing at Panama City Tocumen Intl. Those landing in Panama City looking to spend some time exploring during their layover can rent a car for about $15 per day.

  • Where are the least popular layover locations for San José to Los Angeles flights?

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San José to Los Angeles 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 Los Angeles?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San José to Los Angeles (average of $150). Flying from San José to Los Angeles in June is currently the most expensive (average of $252). 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 8 airlines flying from San José to Los Angeles

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from San José to Los Angeles. 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 January 26, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
AviancaCheapest$166Average$392FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Volaris El SalvadorCheapest$175Average$273FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
DeltaCheapest$179Average$413FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Volaris Costa RicaCheapest$186Average$306FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Copa AirlinesCheapest$188Average$382FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
American AirlinesCheapest$233Average$457FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$252Average$440FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$306Average$459FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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