LAX - SJO

C$ 209 Find Cheap Flights from Los Angeles to San José

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a KAYAK user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from Los Angeles to San José departing on 31/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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These are the airlines KAYAK users have selected most often from within our search results in flight searches from Los Angeles to San José, as well as popular online travel agencies
These are the airlines KAYAK users have selected most often from within our search results in flight searches from Los Angeles to San José, as well as popular online travel agencies
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Everything you should know

Cheapest round-trip
C$ 455
Overall average: C$ 620
JetBlue
Fri 27/3Fri 10/4
LAX - SJO • 1 stop
Cheapest direct flights
C$ 488
Typical prices: C$ 529-C$ 807
Alaska Airlines
Mon 9/3Sat 14/3
LAX - SJO • Direct
Our travellers' advice
AI-powered summary based on content written by travel experts. AI can make mistakes.
For a smooth departure, book parking in advance at LAX.
At SJO, arrange transportation ahead for convenience.
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When to book
3 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 3 weeks in advance save around 15% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
October
Cheapest • 24% price drop
March
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Cheap Flights from Los Angeles to San José (LAX-SJO)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Los Angeles to San José that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
Discover the best prices for you by selecting your travel dates on KAYAK.

Recent round-trip flight deals from Los Angeles to San José

Fri, 27 Mar - Fri, 10 Apr
JetBlue Logo
5:30 a.m. - 10:36 p.m.
LAX
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SJO
16h 06m1 stop
JetBlue Logo
11:59 p.m. - 1:16 p.m.
SJO
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LAX
14h 17m1 stop
C$ 455JetBlue
Sun, 5 Apr - Fri, 10 Apr
JetBlue Logo
6:00 a.m. - 10:44 p.m.
LAX
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SJO
15h 44m1 stop
JetBlue Logo
1:00 p.m. - 11:53 p.m.
SJO
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LAX
11h 53m1 stop
C$ 468JetBlue
Mon, 16 Feb - Mon, 23 Feb
Avianca Logo
11:20 p.m. - 11:25 a.m.
LAX
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SJO
10h 05m1 stop
Avianca Logo
3:05 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.
SJO
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LAX
8h 55m1 stop
C$ 480Avianca
Mon, 9 Mar - Sat, 14 Mar
Alaska Airlines Logo
5:23 p.m. - 12:08 a.m.
LAX
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SJO
5h 45mdirect
Alaska Airlines Logo
1:28 a.m. - 7:09 a.m.
SJO
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LAX
6h 41mdirect
C$ 488Alaska Airlines
Sat, 24 Jan - Sun, 1 Feb
United Airlines Logo
11:05 p.m. - 12:56 p.m.
LAX
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SJO
11h 51m1 stop
United Airlines Logo
6:40 a.m. - 11:08 a.m.
SJO
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LAX
6h 28mdirect
C$ 495United Airlines
Sat, 16 May - Sat, 23 May
United Airlines Logo
10:41 p.m. - 5:30 a.m.
LAX
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SJO
5h 49mdirect
United Airlines Logo
6:35 a.m. - 5:13 p.m.
SJO
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LAX
11h 38m1 stop
C$ 502United Airlines
Mon, 9 Feb - Sun, 8 Mar
Alaska Airlines Logo
4:16 p.m. - 11:59 p.m.
LAX
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SJO
5h 43mdirect
Alaska Airlines Logo
1:28 a.m. - 7:09 a.m.
SJO
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LAX
6h 41mdirect
C$ 506Alaska Airlines
Mon, 16 Feb - Mon, 23 Feb
Avianca Logo
11:20 p.m. - 11:25 a.m.
LAX
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SJO
10h 05m1 stop
Avianca Logo
5:00 a.m. - 11:35 a.m.
SJO
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LAX
8h 35m1 stop
C$ 508Avianca
Wed, 7 Jan - Thu, 15 Jan
United Airlines Logo
12:30 a.m. - 12:56 p.m.
LAX
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SJO
10h 26m1 stop
United Airlines Logo
6:30 a.m. - 4:56 p.m.
SJO
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LAX
12h 26m1 stop
C$ 509United Airlines
Mon, 16 Feb - Mon, 23 Feb
Avianca Logo
1:00 p.m. - 11:40 p.m.
LAX
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SJO
8h 40m1 stop
Avianca Logo
5:00 a.m. - 11:35 a.m.
SJO
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LAX
8h 35m1 stop
C$ 511Avianca
Booking Insights

KAYAK's insights & trends for Los Angeles to San José flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Los Angeles to San José to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

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

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Los Angeles to San José, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from Los Angeles to San José is October, where tickets cost C$ 487 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and April, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is C$ 1,089 and C$ 702 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a layover from Los Angeles to San José?

The average round-trip price for all non-stop flights, flights with one layover, and flights with two layovers for the route found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.

Yes, flying with a layover may cost you more time, but you can also save money on the route, with a 1 stop layover the cheapest option at C$ 799 on average.

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

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Los Angeles to San José, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from Los Angeles to San José, you should book around 3 weeks before departure, which saves you about 15% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 12 weeks before departure.

Expert advice

Expert advice for your flight from Los Angeles to San José

 
AI-powered summary based on content written by travel experts. AI can make mistakes.
KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
Airports
LAX

For a smooth departure, book parking in advance at LAX to secure the best rates and avoid full lots.

SJO

Upon arrival at SJO, arrange ground transportation in advance for a smoother exit, as hotel shuttles can be convenient and cost-effective.

Our travel experts
Stefanie Waldek

Stefanie Waldek

Expert on LAX

Stefanie Waldek

Stefanie Waldek

Stefanie Waldek is a freelance space, travel, and design writer based in Saratoga Springs, NY. Her words have appeared in Space.com, Travel + Leisure, Condé Nast Traveler, Architectural Digest, and House Beautiful, among other publications. An expert in aviation and expedition cruising, Stefanie is frequently up in the air or on the sea, likely en route to Antarctica or the Arctic.

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Mark Chesnut

Mark Chesnut

Expert on SJO

Mark Chesnut

Mark Chesnut

Mark Chesnut is a travel writer and public speaker with more than 30 years of experience. The 2019 winner of the NLGJA Excellence in Travel Writing Award, Mark is the author of the book “Prepare for Departure” and has covered air travel for multiple top consumer and trade media outlets.

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Good to know

Low seasonOctober
Cheapest flightC$ 209
Best time to beat the crowds (25% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 4% lower on average.
Flight from Los Angeles to San José

When to book flights from Los Angeles to San José

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Los Angeles to San José based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
Estimated round-trip price
KAYAK looks at all historical flight data for each date to provide a predicted price for one-way trips or round-trips with a duration up to 40 days. While we try to provide actual minimum prices for each date, some prices are predictions and actual prices may differ.

FAQs for booking flights from Los Angeles to San José

  • What is the cheapest flight from Los Angeles to San José?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Los Angeles to San José was C$ 209 for a one-way ticket and C$ 455 for a round-trip.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from Los Angeles to San José?

    All the following airlines offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the Los Angeles to San José flight route: Alaska Airlines, Delta, American Airlines, JetBlue, United Airlines, and British Airways.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Los Angeles to San José?

    The Boeing 737 MAX 8 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Los Angeles to San José flight route.

  • On which days can I fly direct from Los Angeles to San José?

    There are direct flights from Los Angeles to San José on a daily basis.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Los Angeles to San José?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Los Angeles to San José.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Los Angeles to San José?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to San José from Los Angeles is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Los Angeles to San José?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to San José with an airline and back to Los Angeles with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Los Angeles to San José?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to San José from Los Angeles up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

Prefer to fly direct from Los Angeles to San José?

 
Direct data is based off flight results for the next 60 days. Find direct flights from all airlines flying direct from Los Angeles to San José Juan Santamaria Intl.
Find which airlines fly direct from Los Angeles Airport to San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Los Angeles to San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Monday

Alaska Airlines,Delta,United Airlines

Alaska Airlines,Delta, +1 more

Tuesday

Alaska Airlines,Delta,United Airlines

Alaska Airlines,Delta, +1 more

Wednesday

Alaska Airlines,Delta,United Airlines

Alaska Airlines,Delta, +1 more

Thursday

Alaska Airlines,Delta,United Airlines

Alaska Airlines,Delta, +1 more

Friday

Alaska Airlines,Delta,United Airlines

Alaska Airlines,Delta, +1 more

Saturday

Alaska Airlines,Delta,United Airlines

Alaska Airlines,Delta, +1 more

Sunday

Alaska Airlines,Delta,United Airlines

Alaska Airlines,Delta, +1 more

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Direct returns

San José Juan Santamaria Intl to Los Angeles

Monday

Alaska Airlines,Delta,United Airlines

Alaska Airlines,Delta, +1 more

Tuesday

Alaska Airlines,Delta,United Airlines

Alaska Airlines,Delta, +1 more

Wednesday

Alaska Airlines,Delta,United Airlines

Alaska Airlines,Delta, +1 more

Thursday

Alaska Airlines,Delta,United Airlines

Alaska Airlines,Delta, +1 more

Friday

Alaska Airlines,Delta,United Airlines

Alaska Airlines,Delta, +1 more

Saturday

Alaska Airlines,Delta,United Airlines

Alaska Airlines,Delta, +1 more

Sunday

Alaska Airlines,Delta,United Airlines

Alaska Airlines,Delta, +1 more

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