Cheap flights from Los Angeles (LAX) to San José (SJO) from $103

This is the cheapest one-way flight price, found on 9/20. Prices may vary by date and flight preferences.
LAX — SJO
Sep 26 — Oct 31

The best prices from Los Angeles to San José Juan Santamaria Intl are usually found in May or October, booked 60 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Friday

How to find the cheapest flight from Los Angeles (LAX) to San José (SJO)

All the information you need to plan the best LAX to SJO flight in 2023: compare Los Angeles to San José flight prices with the expected peak season, weather and rainfall in San José.

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December

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May

Round-trip from

$414

One-way from

$136
High demand for flights, 37% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 31% potential price drop
From Los Angeles to San José Juan Santamaria Intl
One-way flight from Los Angeles to San José Juan Santamaria Intl

LAX - SJO

Price

$414 - $939

SJO

Temperature

64.4 - 69.8 °F

SJO

Rainfall

0 - 11.8 inches

What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from Los Angeles to San José, San José Province?

Friday flights are found to be more expensive to fly from Los Angeles to San José, San José Province. This shouldn’t discourage you from searching, as you can still find great deals by being flexible with your options. Use our search form to find deals on tickets to San José, San José Province.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Los Angeles to San José, San José Province?

Travelers have found it’s best to book a flight 61 days in advance to save up to 26% compared to booking the same week of travel. As your travel date approaches, the cost of this flight route may potentially increase. While opting to book 61 days out may not be an option for all, there are still additional ways to secure a deal in the near future. You might find a flight from Los Angeles to San José, San José Province 1-2 weeks in advance for as low as $560, or $578 for flights within the next 24 hours.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Los Angeles to San José, San José Province?

Flights from Los Angeles to San José, San José Province lean towards being more expensive in December. Prices are generally better when you fly from Los Angeles to San José, San José Province in May, with the cheapest ticket starting at $204.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Los Angeles to San José, San José Province (LAX - SJO)?

When flying from Los Angeles to San José, San José Province, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the morning, which can drop the price by up to 25% versus a flight in the afternoon.

Cheap Avianca flights from Los Angeles to San José

Find some of the cheapest Avianca flights traveling from Los Angeles to San José. Make sure to double check the flight details before booking.
  • If you’re traveling from Los Angeles to San José, San José Province, one of the more common airlines traveling that route is Avianca. Flights on this route from Avianca typically cost $496.61 RT, a price that is 44% more expensive than the average Los Angeles to San José, San José Province flight. The cheapest flight found was $192 RT. The most popular departure airport in Los Angeles when flying to San José, San José Province is Los Angeles Airport. The most popular airport to fly into when visiting San José, San José Province is San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport. When flying from Los Angeles to San José, San José Province, Avianca flights are 10% more popular than any other airline flying that same route.

Cheap Volaris Costa Rica flights from Los Angeles to San José

To aid your search, here are some of the cheapest Volaris Costa Rica flights we've found from Los Angeles to San José. Make sure to examine the flight information before completing your reservation.
  • If you’re traveling from Los Angeles to San José, San José Province, one of the more common airlines traveling that route is Volaris Costa Rica. Flights from Volaris Costa Rica traveling this route typically cost $581.64 RT. This price is typically 40% more expensive than other airlines that offer Los Angeles to San José, San José Province flights. When booking this route, the cheapest RT price found was $222. The most popular departure airport in Los Angeles when flying to San José, San José Province is Los Angeles Airport. The most popular airport to fly into when visiting San José, San José Province is San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport. When flying from Los Angeles to San José, San José Province, Volaris Costa Rica flights are 8% more popular than any other airline flying that same route.

Cheap Los Angeles to San José flights in September & October 2023

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Los Angeles to San José 2023 flight deals

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Non-stop flights to San José from Los Angeles

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Los Angeles to San José flights leaving soon

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One-way flights to San José from Los Angeles

The cheapest one-way flights from Los Angeles to San José
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1 stop18h 46m

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1 stop18h 46m

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Tue 10/24

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1 stop15h 07m

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1 stop23h 54m

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Wed 10/11

1 stop21h 37m

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Reviews of airlines servicing San José

Read reviews from past customers who have flown Avianca, Volaris Costa Rica and Spirit Airlines from Los Angeles to San José. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,393 reviews

Entertainment

7.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

The line to get in took 2 hours. When I finally got to the gate they had a computer issue and could not read my boarding pass which for once (never again) I had not printed out. Despite the fact that I had checked in the night before and had my confirmation they would not let me board. No assistance from Alaska whatsoever I was forced to walk back to the agent, wait in a huge line and miss my flight. They were not able to get me on another flight until 10 hours later. I received a $10 food voucher which barely got me a cup of coffee.

Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,393 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,393 reviews

Entertainment

7.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

The line to get in took 2 hours. When I finally got to the gate they had a computer issue and could not read my boarding pass which for once (never again) I had not printed out. Despite the fact that I had checked in the night before and had my confirmation they would not let me board. No assistance from Alaska whatsoever I was forced to walk back to the agent, wait in a huge line and miss my flight. They were not able to get me on another flight until 10 hours later. I received a $10 food voucher which barely got me a cup of coffee.

Delta
7.9
Good
3,016 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,393 reviews

Entertainment

7.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

The line to get in took 2 hours. When I finally got to the gate they had a computer issue and could not read my boarding pass which for once (never again) I had not printed out. Despite the fact that I had checked in the night before and had my confirmation they would not let me board. No assistance from Alaska whatsoever I was forced to walk back to the agent, wait in a huge line and miss my flight. They were not able to get me on another flight until 10 hours later. I received a $10 food voucher which barely got me a cup of coffee.

United Airlines
7.4
Good
1,887 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,393 reviews

Entertainment

7.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

The line to get in took 2 hours. When I finally got to the gate they had a computer issue and could not read my boarding pass which for once (never again) I had not printed out. Despite the fact that I had checked in the night before and had my confirmation they would not let me board. No assistance from Alaska whatsoever I was forced to walk back to the agent, wait in a huge line and miss my flight. They were not able to get me on another flight until 10 hours later. I received a $10 food voucher which barely got me a cup of coffee.

Copa Airlines
7.3
Good
347 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,393 reviews

Entertainment

7.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

The line to get in took 2 hours. When I finally got to the gate they had a computer issue and could not read my boarding pass which for once (never again) I had not printed out. Despite the fact that I had checked in the night before and had my confirmation they would not let me board. No assistance from Alaska whatsoever I was forced to walk back to the agent, wait in a huge line and miss my flight. They were not able to get me on another flight until 10 hours later. I received a $10 food voucher which barely got me a cup of coffee.

Related info for your journey

Useful info, stats and facts about Los Angeles to San José flights.

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 43m on average. When it comes time to book airfare, you have a few options: there are 4 outbound flights from Los Angeles to Juan Santamaria Intl offered by 14 different airlines.

Can I find flights from Los Angeles to San José, San José Province for under $300 on Cheapflights?

Yes, there are multiple flights from Los Angeles to San José, San José Province for under $300. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Avianca for just $219, but on average you can expect to pay $234.

Are there nonstop flights from Los Angeles to San José, San José Province for under $400 on Cheapflights?

Cheapflights has at least 20 direct flights from Los Angeles to San José, San José Province under $400. A good price for a nonstop flight from Los Angeles to San José, San José Province is less than $352.

Are there last-minute flights available from Los Angeles to San José, San José Province for under $300?

There are currently 20+ open flights from Los Angeles to San José, San José Province within the next 7 days for less than $300.

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

What are the cheapest airlines flying from Los Angeles to San José, San José Province round-trip?

Our cheapest airline available from Los Angeles to San José, San José Province is Avianca. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $219 on this airline. An additional option worth looking into is Volaris Costa Rica, starting at $237. Avianca is 52% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $103 on Avianca. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Volaris Costa Rica from $108 and Spirit Airlines from $130 one-way.

What are the most popular airlines that fly from Los Angeles to San José, San José Province?

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

The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Los Angeles to San José, San José Province are Air France (100%), Delta (94%) and Alaska Airlines (90%).

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

Looking for the cheapest flight from Los Angeles to San José, San José Province? While on average our users pay $913, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $168. The most popular route (Los Angeles - San José Juan Santamaria Intl), is priced around $213.

What does LAX to SJO mean?

Los Angeles Airport is LAX and San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport is SJO. These codes are created by the International Air Transport Association (IATA) and airlines use them to identify the departing and arrival airports in the flight routes they service.

Alternative routes for Los Angeles to San José

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Top 10 airlines flying from Los Angeles to San José

The chart below displays the airlines Cheapflights users traveling from Los Angeles to San José choose most often. Cheapest and average prices are based on aggregated data from the past 12 months.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
LATAM AirlinesCheapest$112Average$724FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Copa AirlinesCheapest$167Average$484FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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Volaris Costa RicaCheapest$174Average$386FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Alaska AirlinesCheapest$192Average$497FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Spirit AirlinesCheapest$210Average$497FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
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United AirlinesCheapest$219Average$536FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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AviancaCheapest$221Average$421FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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DeltaCheapest$222Average$582FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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VolarisCheapest$222Average$408FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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LufthansaCheapest$273Average$561FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Hourly flight availability from Los Angeles to San José

See what time of day planes typically take off from Los Angeles to San José
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0%of flight departuresMorning6 am to noon
57%of flight departuresAfternoonNoon to 6 pm
38%of flight departuresEvening6 pm to midnight
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Weekly flight availability from Los Angeles to San José

See how many times per day planes take to the skies headed from Los Angeles to San José
Sunday5daily flights
Monday5daily flights
Tuesday3daily flights
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