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

As of November 2025, there are 22 flights per week flying from San José to Los Angeles. The most common day of the week flights depart is Sat, with 27% of flights taking off on this day.

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

Tuesday 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 cheapest airline that flies from San José Juan Santamaria Intl to Los Angeles?

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

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

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

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

As of November 2025, there are 3 flights per day flying from San José to Los Angeles. The most common time of day flights depart is 14:00, with 44% of flights taking off in the afternoon.

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

According to our data, Alaska Airlines have had the fewest delays on this route over the last 12 months, with about 7% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

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

Historically, on average around 9% of flights between San José and Los Angeles have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 206 minutes.

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

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

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

Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport to Los Angeles Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Los Angeles Airport?

The travel and health documents required for your trip to Los Angeles Airport can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s licence, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Los Angeles Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Los Angeles from San José when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Los Angeles for around $627 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Los Angeles from San José for as low as $536 on momondo.

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You could potentially save up to 17% on your flight if you consider stops on a San José to Los Angeles flight.

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

As of November 2025, prices for San José to Los Angeles flights are approximately 3% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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How far is San José Juan Santamaria Intl to Los Angeles by plane?
San José Juan Santamaria Intl and Los Angeles are 4391.3 km apart from one another. Flights usually cover this in 6h 28m, depending on flying conditions and air traffic around both airports.
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How old do you have to be to fly from San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport to Los Angeles Airport?
Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport to Los Angeles Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Los Angeles Airport?
The travel and health documents required for your trip to Los Angeles Airport can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s licence, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Los Angeles Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.
What is the most popular plane model from San José to Los Angeles?
momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked plane model on the route from San José to Los Angeles is Boeing 737 MAX 8, representing 38.00% of all bookings. The subsequent popular models are Boeing 737-800 Passenger/BBJ2 (winglets) at 24.76%, Boeing 737 at 15.63%, and Boeing 757 at 10.39%.

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from San José to Los Angeles

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Los Angeles?

The month of October is another great option to travel to Los Angeles, with average flight prices from San José averaging around $551.

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

There are 2 cabin classes available to choose from on San José Juan Santamaria Intl to Los Angeles 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 San José to Los Angeles flights?

You could potentially save up to 17% on your flight if you consider stops on a San José to Los Angeles flight.

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

As of November 2025, prices for San José to Los Angeles flights are approximately 3% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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

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

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

Historically, on average around 9% of flights between San José and Los Angeles have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 206 minutes.

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

Generally, flights departing at night 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?

Tuesday 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 San José to Los Angeles flights?

According to our data, Alaska Airlines have had the fewest delays on this route over the last 12 months, with about 7% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

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

As of November 2025, there are 3 flights per day flying from San José to Los Angeles. The most common time of day flights depart is 14:00, with 44% of flights taking off in the afternoon.

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

As of November 2025, there are 22 flights per week flying from San José to Los Angeles. The most common day of the week flights depart is Sat, with 27% of flights taking off on this day.

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