Los Angeles

$236+ Cheap flights from San José (SJO) to Los Angeles (LAX)

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 7/17. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SJO — LAX
May 24 — May 311
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from San José Juan Santamaria Intl to Los Angeles are usually found in September or February, booked 58 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Thursday and return on a Thursday

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Cheapest flights from San José to Los Angeles
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This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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.
Thu 6/49:35 am
SJO
-
LAX
2 stops24h 28m
Frontier
Thu 6/1111:00 pm
LAX
-
SJO
1 stop32h 20m
Frontier
Deal found 4/22$398
This Viva deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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 Viva is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 7/102:20 am
SJO
-
LAX
1 stop21h 15m
Viva
Fri 7/1712:05 am
LAX
-
SJO
1 stop24h 10m
Viva
Deal found 4/22$407
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/20. 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/1812:53 am
SJO
-
LAX
Nonstop6h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 5/2611:21 pm
LAX
-
SJO
1 stop31h 58m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/20$408
This Viva deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/19. 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 7/32:20 am
SJO
-
LAX
1 stop21h 15m
Viva
Fri 7/1712:05 am
LAX
-
SJO
1 stop24h 10m
Viva
Deal found 4/19$410
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/20. 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 Copa Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/228:13 am
SJO
-
LAX
1 stop16h 06m
Copa Airlines
Thu 4/3012:24 pm
LAX
-
SJO
1 stop17h 45m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 4/20$418
This OneTravel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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 OneTravel is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 6/59:35 am
SJO
-
LAX
2 stops36h 35m
Frontier
Tue 7/1411:03 pm
LAX
-
SJO
1 stop32h 17m
Frontier
Deal found 4/22$424
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/20. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/175:45 am
SJO
-
LAX
1 stop8h 15m
Avianca
Sat 10/32:40 pm
LAX
-
SJO
1 stop7h 35m
Avianca
Deal found 4/20$428
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/20. 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 Copa Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/26:19 pm
SJO
-
LAX
1 stop19h 41m
Copa Airlines
Tue 5/512:17 pm
LAX
-
SJO
1 stop19h 04m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 4/20$429
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/20. 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/145:45 am
SJO
-
LAX
1 stop8h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 5/2911:21 pm
LAX
-
SJO
1 stop31h 58m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/20$431
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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 8/219:35 am
SJO
-
LAX
2 stops34h 45m
Frontier
Fri 8/2811:03 pm
LAX
-
SJO
1 stop32h 17m
Frontier
Deal found 4/21$433
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/19. 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/185:05 am
SJO
-
LAX
1 stop8h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 5/2611:21 pm
LAX
-
SJO
1 stop31h 58m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/19$435

Find flight deals from San José to Los Angeles

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San José (SJO) to Los Angeles (LAX). 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 April 24, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$398
(CheapOair)

One-way from

$236
(Viva)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$428

Good round-trip deal

$452 or less

Good one-way deal

$276 or less
Provider with most accurate pricing for San José Juan Santamaria Intl-Los Angeles flight deals.
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From San José Juan Santamaria Intl to Los Angeles
One-way flight from San José Juan Santamaria Intl to Los Angeles
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 0% potential increase in price ($3 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($6 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in April 2026
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from San José Juan Santamaria Intl to Los Angeles.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from San José Juan Santamaria Intl to Los Angeles.

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Customize your flight search to find flights from San José to Los Angeles 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 April 24, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San José to Los Angeles that are best for you.

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Price

Cheapest round-trip

San JoséLos Angeles

SJO - LAX

SJOLAX

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 7/10

2:20 am-10:35 pm

1 stop21h 15m

Los Angeles

Fri 7/17

12:05 am-1:15 am

1 stop24h 10m

$407

San JoséLos Angeles

SJO - LAX

SJOLAX

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 4/28

8:13 am-11:36 pm

1 stop16h 23m

Los Angeles

Tue 5/5

12:17 pm-8:21 am

1 stop19h 04m

$429

San JoséLos Angeles

SJO - LAX

SJOLAX

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 5/11

10:05 am-11:19 pm

1 stop14h 14m

Los Angeles

Wed 5/13

2:02 am-4:51 pm

1 stop13h 49m

$429

San JoséLos Angeles

SJO - LAX

SJOLAX

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 5/2

6:19 pm-1:00 pm

1 stop19h 41m

Los Angeles

Thu 5/7

12:17 pm-8:21 am

1 stop19h 04m

$429
Quickest round-trip

San JoséLos Angeles

SJO - LAX

SJOLAX

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 4/27

12:55 am-6:33 am

Nonstop6h 38m

Los Angeles

Tue 5/5

5:00 pm-11:45 pm

Nonstop5h 45m

$447

San JoséLos Angeles

SJO - LAX

SJOLAX

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 5/24

12:53 am-6:23 am

Nonstop6h 30m

Los Angeles

Sun 5/31

4:40 pm-11:33 pm

Nonstop5h 53m

$447

San JoséLos Angeles

SJO - LAX

SJOLAX

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 4/27

7:55 am-9:05 am

1 stop26h 10m

Los Angeles

Sat 5/2

10:41 pm-5:30 am

Nonstop5h 49m

$453

San JoséLos Angeles

SJO - LAX

SJOLAX

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 6/4

11:13 am-11:38 pm

1 stop13h 25m

Los Angeles

Thu 6/25

7:21 pm-10:39 pm

1 stop26h 18m

$453

San JoséLos Angeles

SJO - LAX

SJOLAX

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 5/24

6:40 am-9:18 pm

1 stop15h 38m

Los Angeles

Sat 5/30

10:41 pm-5:30 am

Nonstop5h 49m

$457
Cheapest one-way

San JoséLos Angeles

SJO - LAX

SJOLAX

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 5/13

12:53 am-6:23 am

Nonstop6h 30m

$251

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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 San José to Los Angeles in April.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*2 stars
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*2 stars
CheapOairPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
SmartFaresPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*1 star
Trip.comPrice 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 San José-Los Angeles flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on San José-Los Angeles flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from San José-Los Angeles flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on San José-Los Angeles 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 San José-Los Angeles 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 San José to Los Angeles

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Everything you need to know about your flight from San José to Los Angeles

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

The best time to book flights from San José to Los Angeles is 57 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 San José to Los Angeles?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San José to Los Angeles (average of $342). Flying from San José to Los Angeles in December is currently the most expensive (average of $471). 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 SJO to LAX?

Find hourly flight availability from San José to Los Angeles. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated April 24, 2026.

When flying from San José to Los Angeles, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

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

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Expert on LAX

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Reviews of airlines servicing Los Angeles

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Los Angeles. 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 Los Angeles. Reviews last updated April 24, 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines,Volaris Costa Rica, andUnited Airlines from San José to Los Angeles have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

robert,Feb 2026

LAS - SAN

The good customer service team made you fell welcome on the flight.

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

robert,Feb 2026

LAS - SAN

The good customer service team made you fell welcome on the flight.

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

robert,Feb 2026

LAS - SAN

The good customer service team made you fell welcome on the flight.

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

robert,Feb 2026

LAS - SAN

The good customer service team made you fell welcome on the flight.

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

robert,Feb 2026

LAS - SAN

The good customer service team made you fell welcome on the flight.

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

robert,Feb 2026

LAS - SAN

The good customer service team made you fell welcome on the flight.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San José to Los Angeles. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What airports do I use to fly from San José to Los Angeles?

    To fly from San José to Los Angeles, you need to book a flight from Juan Santamaria Intl (SJO) to Los Angeles (LAX). Nonstop flights to Los Angeles from San José Juan Santamaria Intl take 6h 14m on average. When it comes time to book airfare, you have a few options: there are 2 outbound flights from Juan Santamaria Intl to Los Angeles offered by 8 different airlines.

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

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

    A quick flight from San José to Los Angeles can take about 16h 23m. Viva provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $429. San José and Los Angeles 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 San José to Los Angeles round-trip?

    Flying on Volaris El Salvador is currently your cheapest option to Los Angeles, with prices starting at $190. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Volaris Costa Rica and Copa Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at $194 and $213, respectively. Volaris El Salvador is 53% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $130 on Volaris Costa Rica. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Volaris El Salvador from $140 and American Airlines from $168 one-way.

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

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from San José to Los Angeles consider choosing KLM (100%), American Airlines (97%) or Alaska Airlines (97%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

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

    The cheapest flight price from San José to Los Angeles is $229. On average you can expect to pay $899. The most popular route, (San José Juan Santamaria Intl - Los Angeles), can usually be booked for $418.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San José to Los Angeles (average of $342). Flying from San José to Los Angeles in December is currently the most expensive (average of $471). 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 8 airlines flying from San José to Los Angeles

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from San José to Los Angeles. 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 April 24, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Volaris El SalvadorCheapest$190Average$261FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Volaris Costa RicaCheapest$194Average$293FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Copa AirlinesCheapest$213Average$381FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
DeltaCheapest$214Average$447FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$231Average$457FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
AviancaCheapest$285Average$410FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$300Average$455FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
United AirlinesCheapest$310Average$448FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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