Cheap flights from San Jose to Los Angeles (SJC - LAX) from $34

This is the cheapest one-way flight price, found on 9/27. Prices may vary by date and flight preferences.
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The best prices from San Jose to Los Angeles are usually found in January or February, booked 60 days in advance, depart on a Sunday or Monday and return on a Wednesday

How to find the cheapest flight from San Jose (SJC) to Los Angeles (LAX)

All the information you need to plan the best SJC to LAX flight in 2023: compare San Jose to Los Angeles flight prices with the expected peak season, weather and rainfall in Los Angeles.

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April

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January

Round-trip from

$217

One-way from

$54
High demand for flights, 18% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 23% potential price drop
From San Jose to Los Angeles
One-way flight from San Jose to Los Angeles

SJC - LAX

Price

$217 - $494

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Temperature

57.2 - 73.4 °F

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Rainfall

0 - 3.4 inches

What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from San Jose to Los Angeles?

Users have found that flying from San Jose to Los Angeles on a Thursday typically leans towards higher prices. However, this doesn’t mean you still can’t find a deal. Flexibility with other aspects of your flight can still land a great price for your trip.

How far in advance should I book a flight from San Jose to Los Angeles?

To save up to 37% on this flight, we recommend booking at least 61 days prior to travel. The price may fluctuate and will likely increase closer to your departure date. Users on Cheapflights have found tickets from San Jose to Los Angeles from $176 1-2 weeks out and tickets from $224 for flights departing within the next 72 hours.

What is the cheapest month to fly from San Jose to Los Angeles?

Our data shows that January tends to be the cheapest month to fly to Los Angeles from San Jose. Users have commonly found prices around $179 for the month, but tickets can be as low as $97. Due to multiple factors, prepare for potentially higher prices in April.

When is the cheapest time to fly from San Jose to Los Angeles (SJC - LAX)?

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from San Jose to Los Angeles in the morning. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 12% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the afternoon.

Cheap Delta flights from San Jose to Los Angeles

Consider these cheap Delta flights we've found departing from San Jose to Los Angeles. Be sure to come back soon if the deals available don't appeal to you at this time.
  • One of the most popular airlines traveling from San Jose to Los Angeles is Delta. Flights from Delta traveling this route typically cost $167.80 RT. This price is typically 59% cheaper than other airlines that offer San Jose to Los Angeles flights. When booking this route, the cheapest RT price found was $57. San Jose Airport is the most common San Jose airport to take off from when flying to Los Angeles. Los Angeles Airport is the most popular arrival airport in Los Angeles. When flying from San Jose to Los Angeles, Delta flights are 13% more popular than any other airline flying that same route.

Cheap Spirit Airlines flights from San Jose to Los Angeles

Some of the best deals we've found on Spirit Airlines flights traveling from San Jose to Los Angeles. Deals frequently update to provide users with more options.
  • If you’re traveling from San Jose to Los Angeles, one of the more common airlines traveling that route is Spirit Airlines. San Jose to Los Angeles flights are typically 36% cheaper than other airlines traveling the same route. Flights from Spirit Airlines typically cost $187.81 RT. The cheapest Spirit Airlines flight found for this route was $59. When traveling from San Jose to Los Angeles on Spirit Airlines, the most popular airport to depart from is San Jose Airport and the most popular airport to arrive at is Los Angeles Airport. When flying from San Jose to Los Angeles, Spirit Airlines flights are 11% more popular than any other airline flying that same route.

Cheap San Jose to Los Angeles flights in September & October 2023

The best prices found for SJC to LAX flights for September, October
These are some of the best deals we've found on flights to Los Angeles in 2023 at this time. More deals are always being added, so be sure to check back regularly.

San Jose to Los Angeles 2023 flight deals

Cheap flights to Los Angeles from San Jose found for this year
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Non-stop flights to Los Angeles from San Jose

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One-way flights to Los Angeles from San Jose

The cheapest one-way flights from San Jose to Los Angeles
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Reviews of airlines servicing Los Angeles

Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Delta, Spirit Airlines and Alaska Airlines from San Jose to Los Angeles by reading reviews from past customers. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,394 reviews

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.2

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Overhead space to put my carry on that wasn’t taken by someone in a different seat. Dislike: Deplaning outside on the runway vs enclosed airport. Why are we having to do that?!

Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,394 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,394 reviews

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.2

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Overhead space to put my carry on that wasn’t taken by someone in a different seat. Dislike: Deplaning outside on the runway vs enclosed airport. Why are we having to do that?!

Delta
7.9
Good
3,023 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,394 reviews

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.2

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Overhead space to put my carry on that wasn’t taken by someone in a different seat. Dislike: Deplaning outside on the runway vs enclosed airport. Why are we having to do that?!

American Airlines
7.2
Good
2,635 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,394 reviews

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.2

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Overhead space to put my carry on that wasn’t taken by someone in a different seat. Dislike: Deplaning outside on the runway vs enclosed airport. Why are we having to do that?!

Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
1,484 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,394 reviews

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.2

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Overhead space to put my carry on that wasn’t taken by someone in a different seat. Dislike: Deplaning outside on the runway vs enclosed airport. Why are we having to do that?!

Related info for your journey

Useful info, stats and facts about San Jose to Los Angeles flights.

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

To fly from San Jose to Los Angeles, you need to book a flight from San Jose (SJC) to Los Angeles (LAX). Nonstop flights to Los Angeles from San Jose take 1h 22m on average. When it comes time to book airfare, you have a few options: there are 49 outbound flights from San Jose to Los Angeles offered by 9 different airlines.

Can I find flights from San Jose to Los Angeles for under $100 on Cheapflights?

Yes, there are multiple flights from San Jose to Los Angeles for under $100. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Spirit Airlines for just $67, but on average you can expect to pay $86.

Are there nonstop flights from San Jose to Los Angeles for under $100 on Cheapflights?

Cheapflights has at least 20 direct flights from San Jose to Los Angeles under $100. A good price for a nonstop flight from San Jose to Los Angeles is less than $152.

Are there last-minute flights available from San Jose to Los Angeles for under $200?

There are currently 20+ open flights from San Jose to Los Angeles within the next 7 days for less than $200.

What days are nonstop flights available from San Jose to Los Angeles?

Nonstop flights are available for this route on the following days: Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday.

How popular is this San Jose to Los Angeles flight route?

How many flights depart from San Jose to Los Angeles on average per day?

53 flight departures from San Jose to Los Angeles per day on average.
Morning (6am - Noon) - 66% of flight departures
Afternoon (Noon - 6pm) - 30% of flight departures
Evening (6pm - Midnight) - 4% of flight departures

How long is the flight from San Jose to Los Angeles?

Airlines like Spirit Airlines and Delta fly from San Jose to Los Angeles in about 1h 25m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 9h 14m. There are 309 mi between San Jose and Los Angeles. 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 Jose to Los Angeles round-trip?

Currently priced at $67, Spirit Airlines will fly you from San Jose to Los Angeles and back. In addition to Spirit Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Check Cheapflights for deals on Delta for as low as $98. You may be able to fly from San Jose to Los Angeles for 62% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from San Jose to Los Angeles are Spirit Airlines ($34), Alaska Airlines ($54), and Delta ($74).

What are the most popular airlines that fly from San Jose to Los Angeles?

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

Consider Sun Country Air (100%), EL AL (98%) or Air France (97%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from San Jose to Los Angeles.

What are the cheapest flights from San Jose to Los Angeles?

Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $68. While the most popular route (San Jose - Los Angeles) can be booked for $68 on average our data indicates $551 when flying from San Jose to Los Angeles.

What does SJC to LAX mean?

These are just IATA (International Air Transport Association) codes. They are used in aviation to identify and differentiate airports. That’s why a San Jose Airport to Los Angeles Airport flight would often be abbreviated as a SJC to LAX flight.

Alternative routes for San Jose to Los Angeles

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Top 8 airlines flying from San Jose to Los Angeles

The chart below displays the airlines Cheapflights users traveling from San Jose to Los Angeles choose most often. Cheapest and average prices are based on aggregated data from the past 12 months.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$32Average$89FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
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FrontierCheapest$33Average$51FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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JetBlueCheapest$45Average$106FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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Alaska AirlinesCheapest$57Average$168FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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DeltaCheapest$59Average$188FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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United AirlinesCheapest$64Average$210FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Breeze AirwaysCheapest$78Average$103FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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American AirlinesCheapest$79Average$187FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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Hourly flight availability from San Jose to Los Angeles

See what time of day planes typically take off from San Jose to Los Angeles
1%of flight departuresEarly morningMidnight to 6 am
58%of flight departuresMorning6 am to noon
29%of flight departuresAfternoonNoon to 6 pm
12%of flight departuresEvening6 pm to midnight
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Weekly flight availability from San Jose to Los Angeles

See how many times per day planes take to the skies headed from San Jose to Los Angeles
Sunday52daily flights
Monday58daily flights
Tuesday43daily flights
Wednesday41daily flights
Thursday55daily flights
Friday56daily flights
Saturday39daily flights

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