Question 1

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

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The cheapest day to depart on your flight to San José is on a Friday when prices can be found for as low as $523. 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 $1,234. These prices are subject to change though, so be sure to set up a Price Alert for flights to San José.

Question 2

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

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Our most recent data shows that the best time of day to fly to San José is in the morning. Flights from Los Angeles to San José during this time can be as low as $563. In contrast, the most expensive time of day to depart to San José is in the evening when prices are around $1,503.

Question 3

What is the cheapest month to fly to San José?

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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 $538. 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 $556.

Question 4

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

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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.

Question 5

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

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

Question 6

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

Accepted Answer

As of December 2025, 2 flights take off from Los Angeles and land in San José each day. The most common flight departure time for this route is 15:00, with 63% of daily flights taking off in the afternoon.

Question 7

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

Accepted Answer

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

Question 8

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

Accepted Answer

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 $708 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 $629 on momondo.

Question 9

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

Accepted Answer

According to our data, Cobham Aviation Services have had the fewest delays on this route over the last 12 months, with no flights being classified as delayed.

Question 10

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

Accepted Answer

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 97 minutes.

Question 11

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

Accepted Answer

You could potentially save up to 74% on your flight if you consider stops on a Los Angeles to San José flight.

Question 12

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

Accepted Answer

As of December 2025, prices for Los Angeles to San José flights are approximately 19% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

Question 13

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

Accepted Answer

As of December 2025, there are 15 flights per week flying from Los Angeles to San José. The most common day of the week flights depart is Sat, with 33% of flights taking off on this day.

Question 14

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

Accepted Answer

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.

Question 15

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

Accepted Answer

Fly from Los Angeles to San José Juan Santamaria Intl for the best Los Angeles - San José Juan Santamaria Intl flight prices

Question 16

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

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Prices for flights from Los Angeles Airport to San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport are updated daily.

Question 17

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

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As of December 2025, there is 1 operator available to choose from for flights from Los Angeles Airport to San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport.

Question 18

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

Accepted Answer

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.

Question 19

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

Accepted Answer

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.

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What is the cheapest month to fly to San José?

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight 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 morning. Flights from Los Angeles to San José during this time can be as low as $563. In contrast, the most expensive time of day to depart to San José is in the evening when prices are around $1,503.

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?

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 74% 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 19% 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 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 97 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. Thursday 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, Cobham Aviation Services have had the fewest delays on this route over the last 12 months, with no flights being classified as delayed.

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

As of December 2025, 2 flights take off from Los Angeles and land in San José each day. The most common flight departure time for this route is 15:00, with 63% of daily flights taking off in the afternoon.

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

As of December 2025, there are 15 flights per week flying from Los Angeles to San José. The most common day of the week flights depart is Sat, with 33% of flights taking off on this day.

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