What is the cheapest airline that flies from Los Angeles to San José Juan Santamaria Intl?

Delta, United Airlines, and Alaska Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from Los Angeles to San José Juan Santamaria Intl

How many flights depart from Los Angeles to San José on average per day?

The number of flights available between Los Angeles and San José is 1 per day as of December 2025. The most frequent departure time is 16:00, with 65% of daily flights leaving in the afternoon.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Monday is statistically the day of the week that experiences the fewest delays on this flight route. Friday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

What is the most punctual flight time for Los Angeles to San José flights?

Generally, flights departing in the morning tend to experience fewer delays. Flights departing in the early afternoon have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

How often are flights from Los Angeles to San José delayed?

Historically, on average around 16% of flights between Los Angeles and San José have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 96 minutes.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Los Angeles to San José flights?

According to our data, United Airlines have had the fewest delays on this route over the last 12 months, with about 8% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

How many flights depart from Los Angeles to San José on average per week?

As of December 2025, 13 flights take off from Los Angeles and land in San José each week. The most common flight departure day for this route is Tue, with 31% of weekly flights taking off on this day.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Los Angeles Airport to San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport?

Prices for flights from Los Angeles Airport to San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.

How old do you have to be to fly from Los Angeles Airport to San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport?

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Los Angeles Airport to San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport?

The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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19 Jan

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What is the cheapest month to fly to San José?

The cheapest month to fly to San José from Los Angeles is in October. Flight prices, which tend to average around £263, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you aren’t able to travel during the month of October, then book flights to San José from Los Angeles during September instead. Flights to San José in September, while not as cheap as those in October, still average around £271.

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to San José from Los Angeles when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to San José for around £347 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to San José from Los Angeles for as low as £301 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on Los Angeles to San José Juan Santamaria Intl flights?

There is only 1 cabin class available to choose from on Los Angeles to San José Juan Santamaria Intl flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

Can stopping save me money on Los Angeles to San José flights?

You could potentially save up to 55% on your flight if you consider stops on a Los Angeles to San José flight.

How have Los Angeles to San José flight prices changed over time?

As of December 2025, prices for Los Angeles to San José flights are approximately 22% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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There are 2728.6 mi between Los Angeles and San José Juan Santamaria Intl. Flights usually cover this in 5h 43m, depending on flying conditions and air traffic around both airports.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Los Angeles Airport to San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport?
Prices for flights from Los Angeles Airport to San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.
How old do you have to be to fly from Los Angeles Airport to San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Los Angeles Airport to San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport?
The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.
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Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular plane model on flight routes from Los Angeles to San José is Boeing 737 MAX 8 (43.51% of total bookings). The next most popular plane models are Boeing 737-800 Passenger/BBJ2 (winglets) (18.55%), Boeing 737 (12.53%), and Boeing 757 (11.73%).

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Can stopping save me money on Los Angeles to San José flights?

You could potentially save up to 55% on your flight if you consider stops on a Los Angeles to San José flight.

How have Los Angeles to San José flight prices changed over time?

As of December 2025, prices for Los Angeles to San José flights are approximately 22% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Los Angeles to San José Juan Santamaria Intl?

Delta, United Airlines, and Alaska Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from Los Angeles to San José Juan Santamaria Intl

How often are flights from Los Angeles to San José delayed?

Historically, on average around 16% of flights between Los Angeles and San José have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 96 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Los Angeles to San José flights?

Generally, flights departing in the morning tend to experience fewer delays. Flights departing in the early afternoon have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Monday is statistically the day of the week that experiences the fewest delays on this flight route. Friday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Los Angeles to San José flights?

According to our data, United Airlines have had the fewest delays on this route over the last 12 months, with about 8% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

How many flights depart from Los Angeles to San José on average per day?

The number of flights available between Los Angeles and San José is 1 per day as of December 2025. The most frequent departure time is 16:00, with 65% of daily flights leaving in the afternoon.

How many flights depart from Los Angeles to San José on average per week?

As of December 2025, 13 flights take off from Los Angeles and land in San José each week. The most common flight departure day for this route is Tue, with 31% of weekly flights taking off on this day.

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