$191+ Cheap flights from Los Angeles (LAX) to San José (SJO)
This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 10/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — SJO
Oct 6 — Oct 131
Round-trip
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Los Angeles to San JoséExplore 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 September 6, 2026.
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 September 6, 2026.
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/2. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/218:10 am -
1 stop10h 30m
Wed 10/289:00 am -
1 stop12h 55m
Deal found 9/2![Southwest logo]()
$471
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/1. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/168:05 am -
2 stops10h 35m
Fri 10/301:30 pm -
1 stop11h 40m
Deal found 9/1![Southwest logo]()
$475
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/1. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/110:20 pm -
1 stop13h 15m
Thu 10/89:00 am -
1 stop12h 15m
Deal found 9/1![Southwest logo]()
$476
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/1. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/2612:50 am -
1 stop9h 45m
Mon 10/51:30 pm -
1 stop11h 40m
Deal found 9/1![Southwest logo]()
$479
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/2. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/2810:15 pm -
1 stop13h 30m
Fri 10/21:30 pm -
2 stops11h 35m
Deal found 9/2![Southwest logo]()
$480
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/2. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/69:30 pm -
2 stops13h 35m
Mon 11/161:20 pm -
2 stops20h 35m
Deal found 9/2![Southwest logo]()
$483
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/4. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/1510:15 pm -
1 stop13h 00m
Thu 1/212:45 pm -
1 stop9h 35m
Deal found 9/4![Southwest logo]()
$485
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/4. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/1311:59 pm -
1 stop11h 49m
Wed 11/183:05 pm -
1 stop10h 48m
Deal found 9/4![JetBlue logo]()
$487
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/3. 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.
Sun 9/133:10 pm -
1 stop20h 05m
Mon 9/211:15 pm -
1 stop25h 25m
Deal found 9/3![Viva logo]()
$489
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/6. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/610:46 pm -
1 stop13h 02m
Thu 11/123:05 pm -
1 stop10h 48m
Deal found 9/6![JetBlue logo]()
$490
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/2. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/2612:50 am -
1 stop9h 45m
Tue 10/61:00 pm -
1 stop10h 20m
Deal found 9/2![Southwest logo]()
$496
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/3. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/85:40 pm -
2 stops16h 40m
Fri 11/132:10 pm -
1 stop8h 50m
Deal found 9/3![Southwest logo]()
$497
Best flights from Los Angeles to San JoséDiscover carefully curated flight deals from Los Angeles to San José that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated September 6, 2026.
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Los Angeles to San José that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated September 6, 2026.
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/2. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/24:35 pm -
2 stops18h 40m
Wed 1/202:45 pm -
1 stop9h 35m
Deal found 9/2![Southwest logo]()
$500
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/3. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/159:30 pm -
2 stops12h 50m
Sun 11/222:10 pm -
1 stop8h 50m
Deal found 9/3![Southwest logo]()
$507
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/3. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/27:45 pm -
2 stops14h 35m
Sat 12/122:40 pm -
1 stop9h 00m
Deal found 9/3![Southwest logo]()
$508
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/1. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/27:45 pm -
2 stops14h 35m
Thu 12/102:15 pm -
1 stop10h 15m
Deal found 9/1![Southwest logo]()
$510
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/2. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/259:45 pm -
2 stops14h 40m
Fri 12/41:20 pm -
2 stops19h 55m
Deal found 9/2![Southwest logo]()
$513
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/2. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/65:40 pm -
2 stops17h 25m
Sat 11/142:40 pm -
2 stops18h 10m
Deal found 9/2![Southwest logo]()
$532
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/3. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/612:50 am -
1 stop10h 15m
Sun 12/61:20 pm -
2 stops19h 20m
Deal found 9/3![Southwest logo]()
$534
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/1. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/410:15 pm -
1 stop13h 30m
Mon 12/72:15 pm -
1 stop10h 15m
Deal found 9/1![Southwest logo]()
$540
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/4. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/245:00 am -
1 stop13h 40m
Tue 10/271:00 pm -
1 stop10h 20m
Deal found 9/4![Southwest logo]()
$547
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/3. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/1710:15 pm -
1 stop13h 00m
Sat 11/212:45 pm -
1 stop9h 55m
Deal found 9/3![Southwest logo]()
$547
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/5. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/1110:15 pm -
1 stop13h 00m
Wed 1/272:45 pm -
1 stop9h 35m
Deal found 9/5![Southwest logo]()
$558
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/1. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/3012:50 am -
1 stop9h 30m
Fri 12/112:10 pm -
1 stop11h 55m
Deal found 9/1![Southwest logo]()
$566
Last-minute flights from Los Angeles to San JoséDiscover last-minute flight deals from Los Angeles to San José. Data last updated September 6, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from Los Angeles to San José. Data last updated September 6, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/3. 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.
Sun 9/133:10 pm -
1 stop20h 05m
Mon 9/211:15 pm -
1 stop25h 25m
Deal found 9/3![Viva logo]()
$489
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/1. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/2612:50 am -
1 stop9h 45m
Tue 10/61:00 pm -
1 stop10h 20m
Deal found 9/1![Southwest logo]()
$479
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/1. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/278:40 pm -
2 stops21h 05m
Fri 10/21:30 pm -
1 stop11h 35m
Deal found 9/1![Southwest logo]()
$483
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/2. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/2810:15 pm -
1 stop13h 30m
Fri 10/21:30 pm -
2 stops11h 35m
Deal found 9/2![Southwest logo]()
$480
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/1. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/110:20 pm -
1 stop13h 15m
Thu 10/89:00 am -
1 stop12h 15m
Deal found 9/1![Southwest logo]()
$476
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/2. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/15:05 am -
1 stop13h 35m
Sun 12/61:20 pm -
2 stops19h 20m
Deal found 9/2![Southwest logo]()
$500
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/4. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 10/112:45 pm -
1 stop20h 30m
Mon 10/191:15 pm -
1 stop25h 00m
Deal found 9/4![Viva logo]()
$498
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/2. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/158:05 am -
2 stops10h 35m
Tue 10/209:00 am -
2 stops23h 35m
Deal found 9/2![Southwest logo]()
$497
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/1. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/168:05 am -
2 stops10h 35m
Fri 10/301:30 pm -
1 stop11h 40m
Deal found 9/1![Southwest logo]()
$475
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/3. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 10/182:45 pm -
1 stop20h 30m
Mon 11/163:05 pm -
1 stop10h 48m
Deal found 9/3![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$502
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/2. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/218:10 am -
1 stop10h 30m
Wed 10/289:00 am -
1 stop12h 55m
Deal found 9/2![Southwest logo]()
$471
One-way flights from Los Angeles to San JoséSearch for one-way flight options from Los Angeles to San José. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated September 6, 2026.
Search for one-way flight options from Los Angeles to San José. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated September 6, 2026.
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/3. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/35:00 am -
1 stop13h 40m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/3![Southwest logo]()
$191
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/3. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/174:35 pm -
2 stops17h 45m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/3![Southwest logo]()
$196
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/2. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/110:20 pm -
1 stop13h 15m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/2![Southwest logo]()
$201
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/6. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 10/112:45 pm -
1 stop20h 30m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/6![Viva logo]()
$215
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/3. 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.
Thu 12/39:00 am -
2 stops14h 25m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/3![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$216
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/3. 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.
Wed 12/211:30 pm -
1 stop23h 55m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/3![Viva logo]()
$222
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/1. 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.
Fri 11/2710:42 pm -
Nonstop5h 43m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/1![United Airlines logo]()
$223
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/2. 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.
Sun 10/411:55 am -
2 stops23h 20m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/2![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$228
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 September 6, 2026.
Most accurate provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $471 (Southwest) |
One-way from | $191 (Southwest) |
Popular in | December |
Cheapest in | February |
Average price | $595 |
Good round-trip deal | $618 or less |
Good one-way deal | $303 or less |
Cheapflights Fare Finder
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 7,457,451 searches. Data last updated September 6, 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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Depart
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Cheapest round-trip
Los AngelesSan José
LAX Los Angeles - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
LAXSJO
Los Angeles
Sat 10/3
5:00 am-7:40 pm
1 stop13h 40m
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-10:00 pm
Nonstop0h 00m
$191
Quickest round-trip
Los AngelesSan José
LAX Los Angeles - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
LAXSJO
Los Angeles
Fri 11/13
12:50 am-1:05 pm
1 stop10h 15m
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-10:00 pm
Nonstop0h 00m
$191
Los AngelesSan José
LAX Los Angeles - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
LAXSJO
Los Angeles
Thu 10/29
7:25 am-7:40 pm
2 stops11h 15m
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-10:00 pm
Nonstop0h 00m
$191
Los AngelesSan José
LAX Los Angeles - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
LAXSJO
Los Angeles
Thu 10/22
8:05 am-7:40 pm
2 stops10h 35m
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-10:00 pm
Nonstop0h 00m
$191
Los AngelesSan José
LAX Los Angeles - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
LAXSJO
Los Angeles
Thu 10/1
10:20 pm-12:35 pm
1 stop13h 15m
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-10:00 pm
Nonstop0h 00m
$201
Los AngelesSan José
LAX Los Angeles - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
LAXSJO
Los Angeles
Tue 10/13
8:10 am-7:40 pm
1 stop10h 30m
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-10:00 pm
Nonstop0h 00m
$201
Los AngelesSan José
LAX Los Angeles - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
LAXSJO
Los Angeles
Tue 12/1
11:59 pm-1:48 pm
1 stop11h 49m
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-10:00 pm
Nonstop0h 00m
$234
Los AngelesSan José
LAX Los Angeles - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
LAXSJO
Los Angeles
Wed 11/4
7:45 pm-12:20 pm
2 stops14h 35m
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-10:00 pm
Nonstop0h 00m
$239
Los AngelesSan José
LAX Los Angeles - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
LAXSJO
Los Angeles
Wed 11/18
4:35 pm-12:20 pm
2 stops17h 45m
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-10:00 pm
Nonstop0h 00m
$239
Los AngelesSan José
LAX Los Angeles - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
LAXSJO
Los Angeles
Fri 12/4
10:37 pm-1:48 pm
1 stop13h 11m
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-10:00 pm
Nonstop0h 00m
$269
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Compare providers for flights from Los Angeles to San José
Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
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 September.
| Provider | Price Accuracy | Trust Score* |
|---|---|---|
| Price Accuracy1 star | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy2 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy- | Trust Score*1 star | |
| Price Accuracy1 star | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy- | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy2 stars | Trust Score*3 stars |
- Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Los Angeles-San José flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Los Angeles-San José flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >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 FlightHub the most. FlightHub 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.
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How far ahead should I book a flight from Los Angeles to San José?
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 79 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Los Angeles to San José (average of $416). Flying from Los Angeles to San José in December is currently the most expensive (average of $698). 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 September 6, 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 21% versus a flight in the morning.
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 August 29, 2026.
Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Los Angeles 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.
How often are flights from Los Angeles to San José delayed?
About 13% of weekly flights between Los Angeles and San José have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 114 minutes.
What is the most punctual flight time for Los Angeles to San José flights?
Historically, flights departing in the morning are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving at night tend to experience delays more often.
What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?
Thursday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Friday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.
Which airline has the best punctuality record on Los Angeles to San José flights?
Over the last year, Alaska Airlines have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 11% of flights being delayed.
What’s the top layover airport for flights from Los Angeles to San José?
Share of 1-stop round-trip flights from Los Angeles to San José chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same layover each way.
Houston (IAH) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 33% of 1-stop itineraries from Los Angeles to San José on Cheapflights.
What’s the cheapest layover airport for flights from Los Angeles to San José?
Average round-trip fare for 1-stop flights from Los Angeles to San José, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same layover each way.
Monterrey (MTY) is the most affordable 1-stop option, with an average round-trip price of $170.
What’s the fastest layover option from Los Angeles to San José?
Shortest average travel time for 1-stop one-way flights from Los Angeles to San José, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by layover airport.
Flights via Guatemala City (GUA) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 7h 25m.
Which airport typically offers the quickest layover for flights from Los Angeles to San José?
Average layover duration for 1-stop one-way flights from Los Angeles to San José, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.
Flights via Houston (HOU) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average layover time of 1h 13m.
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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 September 6, 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Alaska Airlines,Volaris Costa Rica, andUnited Airlines 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.
Comfort
7.8
Crew
8.5
Food
7.0
Boarding
8.1
Overall
7.9
Entertainment
7.0
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAnonymous,Nov 2025
LAX - LIH
Comfort
7.8
Crew
8.5
Food
7.0
Boarding
8.1
Overall
7.9
Entertainment
7.0
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAnonymous,Nov 2025
LAX - LIH
Comfort
7.8
Crew
8.5
Food
7.0
Boarding
8.1
Overall
7.9
Entertainment
7.0
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAnonymous,Nov 2025
LAX - LIH
Comfort
7.8
Crew
8.5
Food
7.0
Boarding
8.1
Overall
7.9
Entertainment
7.0
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAnonymous,Nov 2025
LAX - LIH
Comfort
7.8
Crew
8.5
Food
7.0
Boarding
8.1
Overall
7.9
Entertainment
7.0
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAnonymous,Nov 2025
LAX - LIH
Comfort
7.8
Crew
8.5
Food
7.0
Boarding
8.1
Overall
7.9
Entertainment
7.0
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAnonymous,Nov 2025
LAX - LIH
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
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| Cheapest$176 | Average$376 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$197 | Average$769 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$208 | Average$448 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time62% | |
| Cheapest$211 | Average$513 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time70% | |
| Cheapest$311 | Average$396 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$313 | Average$557 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$325 | Average$562 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time75% | |
| Cheapest$374 | Average$615 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% | |
| Cheapest$385 | Average$728 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$449 | Average$547 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time63% |