San José

$142+ Cheap flights from Los Angeles (LAX) 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 1/28. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — SJO
Feb 24 — Mar 31
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Los Angeles to San José Juan Santamaria Intl are usually found in October or September, booked 49 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Tuesday and return on a Tuesday

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Cheapest flights from Los Angeles to San José
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Los Angeles to San José. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 25, 2026.

This CheapOair 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/1611:50 pm
LAX
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SJO
1 stop19h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 3/234:06 pm
SJO
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LAX
1 stop18h 24m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/23$297
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 2/512:09 pm
LAX
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SJO
1 stop16h 41m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 2/115:30 am
SJO
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LAX
1 stop17h 04m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/24$298
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/22. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 2/2410:04 pm
LAX
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SJO
1 stop23h 09m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 3/24:17 pm
SJO
-
LAX
1 stop20h 09m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/22$299
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/22. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/512:09 pm
LAX
-
SJO
1 stop16h 41m
Volaris El Salvador
Fri 3/134:17 pm
SJO
-
LAX
1 stop20h 09m
Volaris El Salvador
Deal found 1/22$300
This FlightHub 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 2/2710:04 pm
LAX
-
SJO
Nonstop7h 13m
Volaris Costa Rica
Mon 3/92:39 pm
SJO
-
LAX
Nonstop7h 48m
Volaris Costa Rica
Deal found 1/23$301
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/22. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 3/110:04 pm
LAX
-
SJO
Nonstop7h 13m
Volaris Costa Rica
Mon 3/92:39 pm
SJO
-
LAX
Nonstop7h 48m
Volaris Costa Rica
Deal found 1/22$303
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/22. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 2/2410:04 pm
LAX
-
SJO
Nonstop7h 13m
Volaris Costa Rica
Tue 3/32:39 pm
SJO
-
LAX
Nonstop7h 55m
Volaris Costa Rica
Deal found 1/22$304
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/22. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 2/237:18 pm
LAX
-
SJO
2 stops15h 04m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 3/95:30 am
SJO
-
LAX
1 stop16h 57m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/22$305
This CheapOair 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 2/2210:04 pm
LAX
-
SJO
1 stop23h 09m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 3/21:31 pm
SJO
-
LAX
2 stops20h 44m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/24$306
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/22. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 2/410:04 pm
LAX
-
SJO
1 stop23h 09m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 2/121:31 pm
SJO
-
LAX
1 stop12h 19m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/22$307
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/22. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 3/1311:04 pm
LAX
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SJO
1 stop7h 13m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 3/204:17 pm
SJO
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LAX
1 stop20h 09m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/22$308

Find flight deals from Los Angeles to San José

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Los Angeles (LAX) to San José (SJO). 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 25, 2026.

Most accurate provider

CheapOair
3 stars

Most trusted provider

CheapOair
3 stars

Round-trip from

$297
(CheapOair)

One-way from

$142
(Mytrip)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$465

Good round-trip deal

$403 or less

Good one-way deal

$186 or less
Provider with most accurate pricing for Los Angeles-San José Juan Santamaria Intl flight deals.
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From Los Angeles to San José Juan Santamaria Intl
One-way flight from Los Angeles to San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 15% potential increase in price ($82 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($22 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in January 2026
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Los Angeles to San José Juan Santamaria Intl.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Los Angeles to San José Juan Santamaria Intl.

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Los Angeles 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 January 25, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Los Angeles to San José that are best for you.

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Los AngelesSan José

LAX - SJO

LAXSJO

Los Angeles

Thu 2/5

1:01 am-4:48 pm

1 stop13h 47m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 2/11

8:11 am-4:03 pm

1 stop9h 52m

$345

Los AngelesSan José

LAX - SJO

LAXSJO

Los Angeles

Thu 3/26

4:35 pm-7:53 am

1 stop14h 18m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 3/30

10:10 am-9:02 pm

1 stop11h 52m

$350

Los AngelesSan José

LAX - SJO

LAXSJO

Los Angeles

Tue 3/3

4:23 pm-12:07 am

Nonstop5h 44m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 3/9

1:28 am-7:09 am

Nonstop6h 41m

$360

Los AngelesSan José

LAX - SJO

LAXSJO

Los Angeles

Tue 3/3

4:23 pm-12:07 am

Nonstop5h 44m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 3/7

1:27 am-6:08 am

Nonstop6h 41m

$369

Los AngelesSan José

LAX - SJO

LAXSJO

Los Angeles

Sun 3/8

5:23 pm-12:08 am

Nonstop5h 45m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 3/11

1:28 am-7:09 am

Nonstop6h 41m

$371

Los AngelesSan José

LAX - SJO

LAXSJO

Los Angeles

Tue 3/3

4:23 pm-12:07 am

Nonstop5h 44m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 3/11

1:28 am-7:09 am

Nonstop6h 41m

$371

Los AngelesSan José

LAX - SJO

LAXSJO

Los Angeles

Wed 3/4

4:23 pm-12:07 am

Nonstop5h 44m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 3/13

1:28 am-7:09 am

Nonstop6h 41m

$380

Los AngelesSan José

LAX - SJO

LAXSJO

Los Angeles

Fri 3/6

4:23 pm-12:07 am

Nonstop5h 44m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 3/12

1:28 am-7:09 am

Nonstop6h 41m

$380

Los AngelesSan José

LAX - SJO

LAXSJO

Los Angeles

Sat 3/7

4:23 pm-12:07 am

Nonstop5h 44m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 3/13

1:28 am-7:09 am

Nonstop6h 41m

$389

Los AngelesSan José

LAX - SJO

LAXSJO

Los Angeles

Thu 2/26

10:55 pm-12:56 pm

1 stop12h 01m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 3/7

6:40 am-11:08 am

Nonstop6h 28m

$393

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

*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 Los Angeles-San José flights, users find the pricing of CheapOair to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. CheapOair Users can find the same prices on Los Angeles-San José flight deals on Cheapflights vs. CheapOair >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Los Angeles-San José flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Los Angeles-San José 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 Los Angeles-San José flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Los Angeles to San José

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to San José from Los Angeles with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Los Angeles to San José

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

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

The price you pay for your flight from Los Angeles to San José may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 49 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Los Angeles to San José?

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Los Angeles to San José (average of $152). Flying from Los Angeles to San José in December is currently the most expensive (average of $294). 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 LAX to SJO?

Find hourly flight availability from Los Angeles 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 January 25, 2026.

When flying from Los Angeles to San José, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight at noon, which can drop the price by up to 53% versus a flight in the afternoon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Los Angeles to San José?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Los Angeles to San José. Price data was last updated on January 17, 2026.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Los Angeles to San José flight should consider departing on Friday 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.

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Ramsey Qubein

Expert on LAX

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Expert on SJO

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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 January 25, 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Alaska Airlines, Delta, and Volaris Costa Rica from Los Angeles to San José by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.0

Crew

8.5

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

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.0

Crew

8.5

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

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.0

Crew

8.5

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

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.0

Crew

8.5

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

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.0

Crew

8.5

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

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.0

Crew

8.5

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 Los Angeles to San José?

    To fly from Los Angeles to San José, you need to book a flight from Los Angeles (LAX) to Juan Santamaria Intl (SJO). Nonstop flights to San José Juan Santamaria Intl from Los Angeles take 5h 31m on average. When it comes time to book airfare, you have a few options: there are 2 outbound flights from Los Angeles to Juan Santamaria Intl offered by 12 different airlines.

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

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

    There are many flights that can get you from Los Angeles to San José in 5h 44m. Fly via Copa Airlines, JetBlue, or Alaska Airlines to get the fastest option. Los Angeles and San José 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 Los Angeles to San José round-trip?

    Spirit Airlines, at $81, was found to be the cheapest airline from Los Angeles to San José.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Volaris El Salvador and Avianca. Users have found that Spirit Airlines is 82% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Los Angeles 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 $103. Users have also found prices from $122 and $129 on Volaris Costa Rica and Spirit Airlines, respectively.

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

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Los Angeles to San José are American Airlines (92%), Alaska Airlines (92%) and KLM (73%).

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

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Los Angeles to San José? While on average our users pay $831, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $151. The most popular route (Los Angeles - San José Juan Santamaria Intl), is priced around $237.

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

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

    If you're on a layover in Guatemala City and looking for things to do, consider visiting El Obelisco, National Palace of Culture, or 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.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Los Angeles to San José (average of $152). Flying from Los Angeles to San José in December is currently the most expensive (average of $294). 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 Los Angeles to San José

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Los Angeles 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 January 25, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$81Average$233FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
Volaris El SalvadorCheapest$114Average$212FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
AviancaCheapest$149Average$396FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Volaris Costa RicaCheapest$167Average$353FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
DeltaCheapest$180Average$466FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
VivaCheapest$193Average$408FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Copa AirlinesCheapest$213Average$498FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
JetBlueCheapest$284Average$450FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$330Average$502FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
United AirlinesCheapest$356Average$529FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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