Cheap flights from Los Angeles to San José from $222

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Copa Airlines Logo
01:11 - 18:38
LAX
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SJO
15h 27m
1 stop
Copa Airlines Logo
10:08 - 22:39
SJO
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LAX
14h 31m
1 stop
$470Copa Airlines
Sun, 25 Jan - Tue, 3 Feb
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21:22 - 16:46
LAX
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SJO
17h 24m
2 stops
Copa Airlines Logo
05:50 - 22:29
SJO
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LAX
18h 39m
1 stop
$478Copa Airlines
Wed, 28 Jan - Mon, 2 Feb
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17:23 - 00:08
LAX
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SJO
5h 45mdirect
Alaska Airlines Logo
01:28 - 07:09
SJO
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LAX
6h 41mdirect
$482Alaska Airlines
Mon, 9 Mar - Tue, 10 Mar
Alaska Airlines Logo
17:23 - 00:08
LAX
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SJO
5h 45mdirect
Alaska Airlines Logo
01:28 - 07:09
SJO
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LAX
6h 41mdirect
$485Alaska Airlines
Mon, 9 Mar - Tue, 10 Mar
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23:05 - 12:56
LAX
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SJO
11h 51m
1 stop
United Airlines Logo
06:40 - 11:08
SJO
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LAX
6h 28mdirect
$488United Airlines
Thu, 29 Jan - Sun, 1 Feb
United Airlines Logo
22:44 - 06:25
LAX
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SJO
5h 41mdirect
United Airlines Logo
05:30 - 16:12
SJO
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LAX
11h 42m
1 stop
$497United Airlines
Sat, 7 Mar - Wed, 11 Mar
Alaska Airlines Logo
17:00 - 23:45
LAX
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SJO
5h 45mdirect
Alaska Airlines Logo
00:55 - 06:33
SJO
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LAX
6h 38mdirect
$499Alaska Airlines
Tue, 5 May - Mon, 11 May
Alaska Airlines Logo
17:23 - 00:08
LAX
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SJO
5h 45mdirect
Alaska Airlines Logo
01:18 - 06:57
SJO
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LAX
6h 39mdirect
$502Alaska Airlines
Tue, 10 Mar - Tue, 17 Mar
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05:50 - 20:39
LAX
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SJO
12h 49m
1 stop
United Airlines Logo
06:30 - 16:56
SJO
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LAX
12h 26m
1 stop
$503United Airlines
Mon, 26 Jan - Tue, 3 Feb
United Airlines Logo
07:00 - 20:39
LAX
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SJO
11h 39m
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United Airlines Logo
05:40 - 11:08
SJO
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LAX
6h 28mdirect
$505United Airlines
Fri, 20 Feb - Sun, 15 Mar

Alaska Airlines flights from Los Angeles to San José

Our best Alaska Airlines deals on Los Angeles to San José flight tickets
Alaska Airlines
9 Mar
LAX17:23Los Angeles
5h 45m
SJO00:08San José Juan Santamaria Intl
10 Mar
SJO01:28San José Juan Santamaria Intl
6h 41m
LAX07:09Los Angeles
$482
Alaska Airlines
2 Mar
LAX16:23Los Angeles
5h 44m
SJO00:07San José Juan Santamaria Intl
9 Mar
SJO01:28San José Juan Santamaria Intl
6h 41m
LAX07:09Los Angeles
$485
Alaska Airlines
5 May
LAX17:00Los Angeles
5h 45m
SJO23:45San José Juan Santamaria Intl
12 May
SJO00:53San José Juan Santamaria Intl
6h 30m
LAX06:23Los Angeles
$499

Copa Airlines flights from Los Angeles to San José

Our best Copa Airlines deals on Los Angeles to San José flight tickets
Copa Airlines
26 Jan
LAX21:22Los Angeles
8h 59m
1 stop
SJO08:21San José Juan Santamaria Intl
3 Feb
SJO04:09San José Juan Santamaria Intl
9h 56m
1 stop
LAX12:05Los Angeles
$470
Copa Airlines
28 Jan
LAX21:22Los Angeles
17h 24m
2 stops
SJO16:46San José Juan Santamaria Intl
3 Feb
SJO04:09San José Juan Santamaria Intl
9h 56m
1 stop
LAX12:05Los Angeles
$478
Copa Airlines
29 Jan
LAX01:11Los Angeles
15h 51m
1 stop
SJO19:02San José Juan Santamaria Intl
6 Feb
SJO10:08San José Juan Santamaria Intl
14h 21m
1 stop
LAX22:29Los Angeles
$545

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LAX - SJO

LAXSJO

Los Angeles

Sun 25/1

01:11-18:38

1 stop15h 27m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 3/2

10:08-22:39

1 stop14h 31m

$470

Los AngelesSan José

LAX - SJO

LAXSJO

Los Angeles

Wed 28/1

21:22-16:46

2 stops17h 24m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 2/2

05:50-22:29

1 stop18h 39m

$478

Los AngelesSan José

LAX - SJO

LAXSJO

Los Angeles

Mon 9/3

17:23-00:08

Nonstop5h 45m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 10/3

01:28-07:09

Nonstop6h 41m

$482

Los AngelesSan José

LAX - SJO

LAXSJO

Los Angeles

Mon 9/3

17:23-00:08

Nonstop5h 45m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 10/3

01:28-07:09

Nonstop6h 41m

$485

Los AngelesSan José

LAX - SJO

LAXSJO

Los Angeles

Thu 29/1

23:05-12:56

1 stop11h 51m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 1/2

06:40-11:08

Nonstop6h 28m

$488

Los AngelesSan José

LAX - SJO

LAXSJO

Los Angeles

Sat 7/3

22:44-06:25

Nonstop5h 41m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 11/3

05:30-16:12

1 stop11h 42m

$497

Los AngelesSan José

LAX - SJO

LAXSJO

Los Angeles

Tue 5/5

17:00-23:45

Nonstop5h 45m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 11/5

00:55-06:33

Nonstop6h 38m

$499

Los AngelesSan José

LAX - SJO

LAXSJO

Los Angeles

Tue 10/3

17:23-00:08

Nonstop5h 45m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 17/3

01:18-06:57

Nonstop6h 39m

$502

Los AngelesSan José

LAX - SJO

LAXSJO

Los Angeles

Mon 26/1

05:50-20:39

1 stop12h 49m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 3/2

06:30-16:56

1 stop12h 26m

$503

Los AngelesSan José

LAX - SJO

LAXSJO

Los Angeles

Fri 20/2

07:00-20:39

1 stop11h 39m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 15/3

05:40-11:08

Nonstop6h 28m

$505

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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?

In general, October is the cheapest month to fly from Los Angeles to San José. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $526. If you are unable to visit San José during the month of October, then departing from Los Angeles during the month September is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around $543.

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

The cheapest day to depart on your flight to San José is on a Friday when prices can be found for as low as $511. This is often the case because there is less demand to fly during this day of the week. If your travel schedule is flexible, try to avoid departing on a Saturday because tickets tend to average around $1,206. 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 time of day to depart on your flight to San José?

Our most recent data shows that the best time of day to fly to San José is in the afternoon. Flights from Los Angeles to San José during this time can be as low as $669. In contrast, the most expensive time of day to depart to San José is in the evening when prices are around $1,368.

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 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 $678 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 $569 on momondo.

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

There are 2 cabin classes 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 72% 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 January 2026, prices for Los Angeles to San José flights are approximately 34% 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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Find info about flight duration, direct flights, and airports for your flight from Los Angeles to San José

Fastest flight time

6h 08m

Direct flights

Every day

Airports in San José

1 airport
The fastest flight from Los Angeles to San José takes 6h 08m
Direct flights go from Los Angeles to San José every day.
There is 1 airport in San José. From Los Angeles there are direct flights to San José Juan Santamaria Intl (SJO).
  • How far is Los Angeles to San José Juan Santamaria Intl by plane?

    The straight-line distance from Los Angeles to San José Juan Santamaria Intl is 4391.3 km. In terms of flight time, this usually takes a little over 6h 08m.

  • 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 updated daily.

  • How many operators does momondo search for flights from Los Angeles Airport to San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport?

  • 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 stopovers. 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 licence 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?

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

Best airlines flying from Los Angeles to San José

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Alaska AirlinesPriceFrom $485Free cancellationRating
8.0
11,713 reviews
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  • Alaska Airlines Flights From Los Angeles to San José

    The lowest priced Alaska Airlines flight from Los Angeles to San José from the last 72 hours was $485. Generally, Alaska Airlines has 7 flights on this route every week with an average price of $594. Alaska Airlines is rated 8.0/10 by our users.

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Flights from Los Angeles to San José with flexible booking policies can be found by using the search form above and then selecting our dedicated flexible booking filter, which will highlight only the flights where this policy is applied.

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