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$138+ Cheap flights from California to San José (SJO)

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 8/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — SJO
Jun 6 — Jun 131
Sat 6/6
Sat 6/13
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from California to San José

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 May 7, 2026.

This Viva deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/5. 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 Viva is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 6/123:20 pm
LAS
-
SJO
1 stop8h 55m
Viva
Mon 6/222:20 am
SJO
-
LAS
1 stop12h 45m
Viva
Deal found 5/5$303
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/6. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/59:42 pm
LAS
-
SJO
1 stop9h 38m
Frontier
Sat 8/229:35 am
SJO
-
LAS
1 stop12h 10m
Frontier
Deal found 5/6$338
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/6. 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.
Mon 8/37:07 pm
RNO
-
SJO
2 stops18h 30m
American Airlines
Wed 9/21:08 pm
SJO
-
RNO
2 stops22h 48m
American Airlines
Deal found 5/6$345
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/6. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/89:42 pm
LAS
-
SJO
1 stop9h 38m
Frontier
Sun 8/239:35 am
SJO
-
LAS
1 stop12h 10m
Frontier
Deal found 5/6$358
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/6. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/2310:02 pm
LAS
-
SJO
1 stop9h 17m
Frontier
Thu 5/289:35 am
SJO
-
LAS
1 stop12h 12m
Frontier
Deal found 5/6$368
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/5. 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 5/76:00 am
RNO
-
SJO
2 stops14h 36m
American Airlines
Thu 5/142:08 pm
SJO
-
RNO
2 stops20h 12m
American Airlines
Deal found 5/5$369
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/5. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/2710:12 pm
LAS
-
SJO
1 stop9h 08m
Frontier
Thu 9/39:35 am
SJO
-
LAS
1 stop12h 10m
Frontier
Deal found 5/5$370
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/5. 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.
Sat 9/126:11 pm
LAS
-
SJO
1 stop18h 47m
American Airlines
Tue 9/227:00 am
SJO
-
LAS
1 stop16h 00m
American Airlines
Deal found 5/5$380
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/5. 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 8/268:58 pm
SAN
-
SJO
1 stop11h 06m
Copa Airlines
Wed 9/910:03 am
SJO
-
SAN
1 stop9h 27m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 5/5$382
This Viva deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/5. 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 Viva is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 7/312:05 am
LAX
-
SJO
1 stop24h 10m
Viva
Fri 7/102:20 am
SJO
-
LAX
1 stop21h 15m
Viva
Deal found 5/5$387
This BusinessClass deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/4. 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 BusinessClass is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/2910:45 pm
LAS
-
SJO
1 stop12h 41m
GOL
Wed 9/22:52 pm
SJO
-
LAS
2 stops20h 59m
GOL
Deal found 5/4$387
This Viva deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/6. 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 Viva is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/912:05 am
LAX
-
SJO
1 stop24h 10m
Viva
Sat 7/182:20 am
SJO
-
LAX
1 stop21h 15m
Viva
Deal found 5/6$388

Find 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 May 7, 2026.

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Round-trip from

$303
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One-way from

$138
(Frontier)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$407

Good round-trip deal

$498 or less

Good one-way deal

$260 or less
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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 May 7, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from California to San José that are best for you.

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

Las VegasSan José

LAS - SJO

LASSJO

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Fri 6/12

3:20 pm-1:15 am

1 stop8h 55m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 6/22

2:20 am-2:05 pm

1 stop12h 45m

$338

Las VegasSan José

LAS - SJO

LASSJO

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Thu 8/27

10:12 pm-8:20 am

1 stop9h 08m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 9/3

9:35 am-8:45 pm

1 stop12h 10m

$378

San DiegoSan José

SAN - SJO

SANSJO

San Diego

Wed 6/3

10:00 pm-6:26 pm

1 stop19h 26m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 6/10

5:47 am-6:40 pm

1 stop13h 53m

$382

San DiegoSan José

SAN - SJO

SANSJO

San Diego

Wed 8/26

8:58 pm-1:51 pm

1 stop15h 53m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 9/9

10:03 am-6:30 pm

1 stop9h 27m

$382

Las VegasSan José

LAS - SJO

LASSJO

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Mon 6/29

3:20 pm-1:15 am

1 stop8h 55m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 7/11

2:20 am-2:05 pm

1 stop12h 45m

$397

San DiegoSan José

SAN - SJO

SANSJO

San Diego

Fri 9/4

9:03 pm-8:19 am

1 stop10h 16m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 9/12

6:17 pm-6:30 pm

1 stop25h 13m

$401

San DiegoSan José

SAN - SJO

SANSJO

San Diego

Sun 5/17

10:00 pm-7:09 am

1 stop8h 09m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 5/24

4:10 am-6:30 pm

1 stop15h 20m

$408

Los AngelesSan José

LAX - SJO

LAXSJO

Los Angeles

Thu 7/23

12:05 am-1:15 am

1 stop24h 10m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 7/25

2:20 am-10:35 pm

1 stop21h 15m

$425

San DiegoSan José

SAN - SJO

SANSJO

San Diego

Mon 6/1

7:41 pm-7:15 am

1 stop10h 34m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 6/4

1:25 pm-9:24 pm

1 stop8h 59m

$430

Las VegasSan José

LAS - SJO

LASSJO

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Mon 6/1

6:20 pm-7:15 am

1 stop11h 55m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 6/6

6:00 am-2:22 pm

1 stop9h 22m

$440

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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

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

The best time to book flights from California to San José is 22 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 California to San José?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to San José (average of $417). Flying from California to San José in September is currently the most expensive (average of $679). 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 May 7, 2026.

It’s optimal to fly from California to San José in the morning. By choosing this option you can save up to 33% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the evening.

What is the cheapest day to fly from California to San José?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from California to San José. Price data was last updated on May 2, 2026.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their California to San José flight should consider departing on Sunday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Wednesday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from California to San José

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 May 7, 2026.

The most flights from USCA to SJO 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 (1 on average).

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

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from California to San José. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • 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 flight route?

    This flight path from California to San José Juan Santamaria Intl was viewed by 28 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

  • How long is the flight from California to San José?

    There are many flights that can get you from California to San José in 8h 55m. Fly via Viva, Frontier, or Copa Airlines to get the fastest option. California and San José are separated by a distance of 2644 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Volaris El Salvador. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $104. Users have also found prices from $125 and $129 on Volaris Costa Rica and Spirit Airlines, respectively.

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

    The most popular flight routes from California to San José are Los Angeles - San José Juan Santamaria Intl, San Francisco - San José Juan Santamaria Intl and Ontario - San José Juan Santamaria Intl.

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

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from California to San José are Sun Country Air (100%), American Airlines (96%) and Alaska Airlines (96%).

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

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $223. While the most popular route (Los Angeles - San José Juan Santamaria Intl) can be booked for $463 on average, our data indicates $814 when flying from California to San José.

  • 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?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to San José (average of $417). Flying from California to San José in September is currently the most expensive (average of $679). 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 May 7, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$81Average$165FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
Volaris El SalvadorCheapest$116Average$236FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Volaris Costa RicaCheapest$161Average$351FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
DeltaCheapest$188Average$628FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
AviancaCheapest$190Average$512FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$190Average$615FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
VivaCheapest$193Average$407FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Copa AirlinesCheapest$211Average$465FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
JetBlueCheapest$222Average$479FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$267Average$515FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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