Cheap flights from Los Angeles to San José from £151

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Southwest Logo
06:10 - 18:40
LAX
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SJO
11h 30m
2 stops
Southwest Logo
13:40 - 22:30
SJO
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LAX
9h 50m
1 stop
£374Southwest
Wed, 16 Sep - Mon, 21 Sep
Viva Logo
00:05 - 01:15
LAX
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SJO
24h 10m
1 stop
Viva Logo
02:20 - 22:35
SJO
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LAX
21h 15m
1 stop
£376Viva
Fri, 10 Jul - Fri, 17 Jul
Southwest Logo
08:40 - 18:40
LAX
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SJO
9h 00m
1 stop
Southwest Logo
13:40 - 22:15
SJO
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LAX
9h 35m
1 stop
£378Southwest
Wed, 16 Sep - Wed, 23 Sep
Southwest Logo
21:25 - 06:00
LAX
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SJO
7h 35m
1 stop
Southwest Logo
12:15 - 21:05
SJO
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LAX
9h 50m
1 stop
£379Southwest
Mon, 12 Oct - Sat, 17 Oct
Southwest Logo
06:10 - 18:40
LAX
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SJO
11h 30m
2 stops
Southwest Logo
09:00 - 21:50
SJO
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LAX
13h 50m
2 stops
£381Southwest
Wed, 26 Aug - Mon, 14 Sep
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22:15 - 12:45
LAX
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SJO
13h 30m
1 stop
Southwest Logo
09:00 - 21:50
SJO
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LAX
13h 50m
2 stops
£382Southwest
Thu, 27 Aug - Mon, 14 Sep
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11:07 - 23:59
LAX
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SJO
10h 52m
1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
16:18 - 09:27
SJO
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LAX
19h 09m
1 stop
£387Multiple Airlines
Sun, 6 Dec - Sun, 13 Dec
Southwest Logo
19:55 - 06:00
LAX
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SJO
9h 05m
1 stop
Southwest Logo
13:30 - 00:05
SJO
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LAX
11h 35m
1 stop
£389Southwest
Sat, 3 Oct - Fri, 9 Oct
Southwest Logo
05:10 - 18:40
LAX
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SJO
12h 30m
1 stop
Southwest Logo
09:00 - 21:10
SJO
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LAX
13h 10m
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£391Southwest
Mon, 24 Aug - Tue, 1 Sep
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16:20 - 06:00
LAX
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SJO
12h 40m
2 stops
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13:30 - 00:05
SJO
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LAX
11h 35m
1 stop
£392Southwest
Sat, 3 Oct - Fri, 9 Oct

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JetBlue flights from Los Angeles to San José

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JetBlue
1 Sept
LAX22:25Los Angeles Los Angeles
13h 08m
1 stop
SJO12:33San José Juan Santamaria Intl
4 Sept
SJO14:02San José Juan Santamaria Intl
10h 55m
1 stop
LAX23:57Los Angeles Los Angeles
£394
JetBlue
1 Sept
LAX22:25Los Angeles Los Angeles
13h 08m
1 stop
SJO12:33San José Juan Santamaria Intl
6 Sept
SJO14:02San José Juan Santamaria Intl
10h 55m
1 stop
LAX23:57Los Angeles Los Angeles
£427
JetBlue
2 Sept
LAX22:25Los Angeles Los Angeles
13h 08m
1 stop
SJO12:33San José Juan Santamaria Intl
4 Sept
SJO14:02San José Juan Santamaria Intl
10h 55m
1 stop
LAX23:57Los Angeles Los Angeles
£453

Southwest flights from Los Angeles to San José

Our best Southwest deals on Los Angeles to San José flight tickets
Southwest
16 Sept
LAX06:10Los Angeles Los Angeles
11h 30m
2 stops
SJO18:40San José Juan Santamaria Intl
21 Sept
SJO13:40San José Juan Santamaria Intl
9h 50m
1 stop
LAX22:30Los Angeles Los Angeles
£374
Southwest
16 Sept
LAX08:40Los Angeles Los Angeles
9h 00m
1 stop
SJO18:40San José Juan Santamaria Intl
23 Sept
SJO13:40San José Juan Santamaria Intl
9h 35m
1 stop
LAX22:15Los Angeles Los Angeles
£378
Southwest
12 Oct
LAX21:25Los Angeles Los Angeles
7h 35m
1 stop
SJO06:00San José Juan Santamaria Intl
17 Oct
SJO12:15San José Juan Santamaria Intl
9h 50m
1 stop
LAX21:05Los Angeles Los Angeles
£379

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Customise 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, momondo users made 279,928 searches. Data last updated 14 June 2026.
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Los AngelesSan José

LAX - SJO

LAXSJO

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Wed 16/9

06:10-18:40

2 stops11h 30m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 21/9

13:40-22:30

1 stop9h 50m

£374

Los AngelesSan José

LAX - SJO

LAXSJO

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Fri 10/7

00:05-01:15

1 stop24h 10m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 17/7

02:20-22:35

1 stop21h 15m

£376

Los AngelesSan José

LAX - SJO

LAXSJO

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Wed 16/9

08:40-18:40

1 stop9h 00m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 23/9

13:40-22:15

1 stop9h 35m

£378
Fastest return journey

Los AngelesSan José

LAX - SJO

LAXSJO

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Mon 12/10

21:25-06:00

1 stop7h 35m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 17/10

12:15-21:05

1 stop9h 50m

£379

Los AngelesSan José

LAX - SJO

LAXSJO

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Wed 26/8

06:10-18:40

2 stops11h 30m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 14/9

09:00-21:50

2 stops13h 50m

£381

Los AngelesSan José

LAX - SJO

LAXSJO

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Thu 27/8

22:15-12:45

1 stop13h 30m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 14/9

09:00-21:50

2 stops13h 50m

£382

Los AngelesSan José

LAX - SJO

LAXSJO

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Sun 6/12

11:07-23:59

1 stop10h 52m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 13/12

16:18-09:27

1 stop19h 09m

£387

Los AngelesSan José

LAX - SJO

LAXSJO

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Sat 3/10

19:55-06:00

1 stop9h 05m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 9/10

13:30-00:05

1 stop11h 35m

£389

Los AngelesSan José

LAX - SJO

LAXSJO

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Mon 24/8

05:10-18:40

1 stop12h 30m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 1/9

09:00-21:10

2 stops13h 10m

£391

Los AngelesSan José

LAX - SJO

LAXSJO

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Sat 3/10

16:20-06:00

2 stops12h 40m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 9/10

13:30-00:05

1 stop11h 35m

£392

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Los Angeles and San José?

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 £277, 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 £296.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to San José?

The cheapest day to depart from Los Angeles to San José is on a Thursday when prices can be found for as low as £278. If your travel schedule is flexible, try to avoid departing on a Tuesday because tickets tend to average around £434. These prices are subject to change though, so be sure to set up a Price Alert for flights to San José.

What is the cheapest Los Angeles to San José Juan Santamaria Intl flight route?

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How far in advance should I book a flight from Los Angeles 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 £364 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 £347 on momondo.

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

There is only 1 cabin class available to choose from on Los Angeles to San José 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 58% 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 June 2026, prices for Los Angeles to San José flights are approximately 19% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from Los Angeles to San José

Are you open to changing your travel dates? Check out the ideal times to fly from Los Angeles to San José according to our flight data. Find out which month and days have the cheapest flights.
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Fastest flight time

5h 49m

Direct flights

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Airports in San José

1 airport
The fastest flight from Los Angeles to San José takes 5h 49m
Direct flights go from Los Angeles to San José on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday. There are no airlines offering direct flights..
There is 1 airport in San José. From Los Angeles there are direct flights to San José Juan Santamaria Intl (SJO).

Frequently asked questions about flying from Los Angeles to San José

  • How far is Los Angeles to San José Juan Santamaria Intl by plane?

    There are 2728.6 mi between Los Angeles and San José Juan Santamaria Intl. Flights usually cover this in 5h 49m, depending on flying conditions and air traffic around both airports.

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

    Prices for flights from Los Angeles 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 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 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.

  • What is the most popular plane model from Los Angeles to San José?

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