San José

$95+ Cheap flights from California to San José (SJO)

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LAX — SJO
Aug 5 — Aug 121
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Cheap flight deals from California to San José

Keep the following information in mind while searching for California to San José flight deals. Data was last updated July 31, 2025.

Round-trip from

$236
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$95
(FlightHub)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$496

Good round-trip deal

$402 or less

Good one-way deal

$198 or less
From California to San José Juan Santamaria Intl
One-way flight from California to San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 17% potential increase in price ($102 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 5% potential price decrease ($26 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in July 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from California to San José Juan Santamaria Intl.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from California to San José Juan Santamaria Intl.

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Cheapest flights from California to San José
Explore the most affordable flight options available from California to San José. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 31, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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.
Wed 8/276:15 amSAN - SJO
1 stop11h 00mAmerican Airlines
Wed 9/36:00 amSJO - SAN
1 stop16h 58mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/28$236
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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.
Sun 8/177:58 pmLAX - SJO
2 stops14h 14mSpirit Airlines
Sat 8/2312:18 pmSJO - LAX
2 stops20h 25mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/31$255
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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 8/2010:49 pmLAX - SJO
1 stop23h 24mVolaris Costa Rica
Sun 8/315:30 amSJO - LAX
1 stop16h 41mVolaris Costa Rica
Deal found 7/31$260
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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 11/510:50 pmLAX - SJO
1 stop19h 29mMultiple Airlines
Mon 11/104:17 pmSJO - LAX
1 stop20h 18mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/31$261
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/46:00 amSJC - SJO
1 stop10h 57mAmerican Airlines
Wed 9/177:27 amSJO - SJC
1 stop10h 14mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/30$281
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/1410:53 amSJC - SJO
1 stop31h 11mAlaska Airlines
Thu 10/236:30 amSJO - SJC
1 stop17h 16mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 7/28$289
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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 9/97:21 pmSAN - SJO
1 stop10h 54mUnited Airlines
Thu 9/251:30 pmSJO - SAN
1 stop9h 15mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/31$292
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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.
Tue 9/92:39 pmOAK - SJO
2 stops19h 35mSpirit Airlines
Tue 9/3012:19 pmSJO - OAK
3 stops26h 15mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/31$296
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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.
Wed 9/2410:16 pmLAS - SJO
1 stop11h 58mSpirit Airlines
Mon 9/2912:19 pmSJO - LAS
1 stop9h 44mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/29$296
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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.
Tue 9/26:30 amSMF - SJO
3 stops30h 27mMultiple Airlines
Tue 9/912:19 pmSJO - SMF
2 stops21h 19mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/31$300
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/95:47 pmBUR - SJO
2 stops16h 27mSpirit Airlines
Wed 9/1711:37 amSJO - BUR
2 stops21h 23mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/31$301
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/41:44 pmSJC - SJO
2 stops21h 26mDelta
Wed 9/171:35 pmSJO - SJC
2 stops26h 10mDelta
Deal found 7/30$304

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Customize your flight search to find flights from California to San José 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 31, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from California to San José that are best for you.

Fly from

California

Fly to

San José

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San DiegoSan José

SAN - SJO

SANSJO

San Diego

Wed 8/27

6:15 am-6:15 pm

1 stop11h 00m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 9/3

6:00 am-9:58 pm

1 stop16h 58m

$236

Los AngelesSan José

LAX - SJO

LAXSJO

Los Angeles

Sun 8/17

7:58 pm-11:12 am

2 stops14h 14m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 8/23

12:18 pm-7:43 am

2 stops20h 25m

$255

Los AngelesSan José

LAX - SJO

LAXSJO

Los Angeles

Wed 8/20

10:49 pm-11:13 pm

1 stop23h 24m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 8/31

5:30 am-9:11 pm

1 stop16h 41m

$260

Los AngelesSan José

LAX - SJO

LAXSJO

Los Angeles

Fri 8/15

5:07 pm-11:12 am

2 stops17h 05m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 8/31

5:30 am-9:11 pm

1 stop16h 41m

$272

San JoseSan José

SJC - SJO

SJCSJO

San Jose

Thu 9/4

6:00 am-5:57 pm

1 stop10h 57m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 9/17

7:27 am-4:41 pm

1 stop10h 14m

$281

San JoseSan José

SJC - SJO

SJCSJO

San Jose

Tue 10/14

10:53 am-7:04 pm

1 stop31h 11m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 10/23

6:30 am-10:46 pm

1 stop17h 16m

$289

San DiegoSan José

SAN - SJO

SANSJO

San Diego

Tue 9/9

7:21 pm-7:15 am

1 stop10h 54m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 9/25

1:30 pm-9:45 pm

1 stop9h 15m

$292

OaklandSan José

OAK - SJO

OAKSJO

Oakland

Tue 9/9

2:39 pm-11:14 am

2 stops19h 35m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 9/30

12:19 pm-1:34 pm

3 stops26h 15m

$296

Las VegasSan José

LAS - SJO

LASSJO

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Wed 9/24

10:16 pm-11:14 am

1 stop11h 58m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 9/29

12:19 pm-9:03 pm

1 stop9h 44m

$296

SacramentoSan José

SMF - SJO

SMFSJO

Sacramento Intl

Tue 9/2

6:30 am-1:57 pm

3 stops30h 27m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 9/9

12:19 pm-8:38 am

2 stops21h 19m

$300

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Best time to book a flight from California to San José

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

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to San José, San José Province (average of $398). Flying from California to San José, San José Province in March is currently the most expensive (average of $555). 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 CA to SJO?

Find hourly flight availability from California to San José. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated July 31, 2025.

When flying from California to San José, San José Province, 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 California to San José, San José Province

Explore weekly flight availability from California to San José. 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 31, 2025.

The most flights from USCA to SJO are scheduled on a Tuesday (4 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (1 on average).

Reviews of airlines servicing San José

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San José. 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 San José. Reviews last updated July 31, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Delta, Alaska Airlines, and Southwest from California to San José 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.
8.0
Very good

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
8.0
Very good
8.0
Very good

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
8.0
Very good

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
8.0
Very good

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
8.0
Very good

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!

Related info for your journey

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

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

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

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Spirit Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $95. Users have also found prices from $102 and $130 on American Airlines and United Airlines, respectively.

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

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

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from California to San José, San José Province are United Airlines (100%), Air France (93%) and KLM (89%).

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

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $148. While the most popular route (Los Angeles - San José Juan Santamaria Intl) can be booked for $255 on average our data indicates $883 when flying from California to San José, San José Province.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to San José, San José Province (average of $398). Flying from California to San José, San José Province in March is currently the most expensive (average of $555). 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 California to San José

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from California to San José. 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 31, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$87Average$365FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
Volaris El SalvadorCheapest$112Average$222FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
AviancaCheapest$175Average$531FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
VolarisCheapest$184Average$421FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
Volaris Costa RicaCheapest$195Average$368FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
DeltaCheapest$235Average$664FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Copa AirlinesCheapest$301Average$460FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
JetBlueCheapest$310Average$516FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
United AirlinesCheapest$326Average$675FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$361Average$603FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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