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$133+ 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 8/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — SJO
Jul 25 — Aug 11
Sat 7/25
Sat 8/1
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 June 25, 2026.

This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/23. 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 Copa Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/3010:00 pm
SAN
-
SJO
1 stop11h 58m
Copa Airlines
Sun 10/115:55 pm
SJO
-
SAN
1 stop25h 35m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 6/23$408
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/24. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/1710:35 pm
SAN
-
SJO
1 stop11h 34m
American Airlines
Fri 12/42:40 pm
SJO
-
SAN
1 stop19h 48m
American Airlines
Deal found 6/24$420
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/25. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/167:30 pm
SAN
-
SJO
2 stops16h 09m
American Airlines
Sat 11/212:39 pm
SJO
-
SAN
1 stop19h 55m
American Airlines
Deal found 6/25$425
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/24. 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 Avianca is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/182:20 pm
SAN
-
SJO
2 stops17h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 9/234:35 pm
SJO
-
SAN
2 stops17h 42m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/24$426
This Viva deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/20. 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.
Mon 6/293:20 pm
LAS
-
SJO
1 stop8h 55m
Viva
Mon 7/62:20 am
SJO
-
LAS
1 stop12h 45m
Viva
Deal found 6/20$427
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/24. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/117:15 am
SAN
-
SJO
2 stops11h 52m
American Airlines
Sun 9/201:00 pm
SJO
-
SAN
1 stop11h 55m
American Airlines
Deal found 6/24$430
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/23. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/1410:20 pm
SAN
-
SJO
1 stop13h 06m
American Airlines
Fri 8/211:29 pm
SJO
-
SAN
1 stop21h 38m
American Airlines
Deal found 6/23$431
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/23. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/1610:26 pm
SAN
-
SJO
1 stop13h 00m
American Airlines
Sat 9/52:53 pm
SJO
-
SAN
1 stop21h 39m
American Airlines
Deal found 6/23$432
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/24. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/37:41 pm
SAN
-
SJO
1 stop10h 34m
United Airlines
Fri 9/117:55 am
SJO
-
SAN
1 stop10h 51m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/24$433
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/24. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/124:14 pm
SAN
-
SJO
2 stops20h 43m
American Airlines
Sat 9/191:00 pm
SJO
-
SAN
1 stop20h 18m
American Airlines
Deal found 6/24$434
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/20. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 6/2910:00 pm
SAN
-
SJO
1 stop12h 06m
Copa Airlines
Wed 7/812:06 pm
SJO
-
SAN
1 stop31h 24m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 6/20$435
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/22. 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.
Sun 8/237:15 pm
SAN
-
SJO
2 stops16h 11m
American Airlines
Mon 8/311:29 pm
SJO
-
SAN
1 stop24h 19m
American Airlines
Deal found 6/22$436

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 June 25, 2026.

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Round-trip from

$408
(Copa Airlines)

One-way from

$133
(Viva)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$593

Good round-trip deal

$646 or less

Good one-way deal

$305 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 June 25, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from California to San José that are best for you.

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Price

Cheapest round-trip

San DiegoSan José

SAN - SJO

SANSJO

San Diego

Sat 8/15

6:28 pm-7:15 am

1 stop11h 47m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 9/5

8:45 am-6:35 pm

1 stop10h 50m

$420

San DiegoSan José

SAN - SJO

SANSJO

San Diego

Fri 9/18

8:00 am-7:37 pm

1 stop10h 37m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 9/23

1:25 pm-9:24 pm

1 stop8h 59m

$420

Las VegasSan José

LAS - SJO

LASSJO

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Thu 10/8

12:31 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop10h 28m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 10/13

7:00 am-2:48 pm

1 stop8h 48m

$441

Las VegasSan José

LAS - SJO

LASSJO

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Tue 10/13

12:31 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop10h 28m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 10/18

7:00 am-2:48 pm

1 stop8h 48m

$441

San DiegoSan José

SAN - SJO

SANSJO

San Diego

Sun 8/9

10:00 pm-1:52 pm

1 stop14h 52m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 8/16

6:17 pm-6:30 pm

1 stop25h 13m

$468

San DiegoSan José

SAN - SJO

SANSJO

San Diego

Mon 8/10

10:00 pm-9:04 am

1 stop10h 04m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 8/14

10:03 am-6:30 pm

1 stop9h 27m

$468

San DiegoSan José

SAN - SJO

SANSJO

San Diego

Mon 8/10

10:00 pm-9:04 am

1 stop10h 04m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 8/16

6:17 pm-6:30 pm

1 stop25h 13m

$468

Las VegasSan José

LAS - SJO

LASSJO

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Tue 10/13

12:31 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop10h 28m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 10/17

7:00 am-2:48 pm

1 stop8h 48m

$482

San DiegoSan José

SAN - SJO

SANSJO

San Diego

Fri 7/24

10:00 pm-8:21 am

1 stop9h 21m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 8/3

10:03 am-6:30 pm

1 stop9h 27m

$482

San DiegoSan José

SAN - SJO

SANSJO

San Diego

Thu 7/23

10:00 pm-8:21 am

1 stop9h 21m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 8/3

10:03 am-6:30 pm

1 stop9h 27m

$482

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Best time to book a flight from California to San José

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to San José from California with our price prediction graph.
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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?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to San José (average of $416). Flying from California to San José in September is currently the most expensive (average of $782). 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 June 25, 2026.

It’s optimal to fly from California to San José in the morning. By choosing this option you can save up to 35% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the evening.

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 June 25, 2026.

The most flights from USCA to SJO are scheduled on a Tuesday (4 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (3 on average).

How much does it cost to fly round-trip 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 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 June 20, 2026.

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

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 24 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 11h 47m. Fly via United Airlines, Copa Airlines, or Southwest to get the fastest option. California and San José are separated by a distance of 2619 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 Costa Rica. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $126. Users have also found prices from $131 and $132 on American Airlines and Frontier, 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 American Airlines (92%), United Airlines (89%) and Alaska Airlines (64%).

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

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $275. While the most popular route (Los Angeles - San José Juan Santamaria Intl) can be booked for $391 on average, our data indicates $862 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 $416). Flying from California to San José in September is currently the most expensive (average of $782). 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 June 25, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Volaris El SalvadorCheapest$87Average$191FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Volaris Costa RicaCheapest$168Average$374FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
DeltaCheapest$190Average$644FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
VivaCheapest$193Average$377FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Copa AirlinesCheapest$211Average$502FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
AviancaCheapest$215Average$587FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
FrontierCheapest$242Average$537FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$267Average$587FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
JetBlueCheapest$284Average$479FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$308Average$600FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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