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

As of May 2026, there are 3 flights per day flying from San José to Los Angeles. The most common time of day flights depart is 00:00, with 67% of flights taking off in the morning.

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.

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 6% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

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

As of May 2026, there are 24 flights per week flying from San José to Los Angeles. The most common day of the week flights depart is Mon, with 17% of flights taking off on this day.

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 150 minutes.

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

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

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

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

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.

$324 Cheap Flights from San José to Los Angeles in 2026

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

Prices are currently low for flights on this route. Typical prices usually range from $629 to $448. The lowest price recently found on this route was $579.

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02:20 - 22:35

SJO

LAX

21h 15m

1 stop

00:05 - 01:15

LAX

SJO

24h 10m

1 stop

$579Viva

Fri, 10 Jul - Thu, 30 Jul

02:20 - 22:35

SJO

LAX

21h 15m

1 stop

00:05 - 01:15

LAX

SJO

24h 10m

1 stop

$580Viva

Sat, 4 Jul - Fri, 17 Jul

02:20 - 22:35

SJO

LAX

21h 15m

1 stop

00:05 - 01:15

LAX

SJO

24h 10m

1 stop

$596Viva

Sat, 18 Jul - Thu, 23 Jul

11:00 - 22:58

SJO

LAX

12h 58m

1 stop

02:19 - 18:59

LAX

SJO

15h 40m

1 stop

$597Copa Airlines

Wed, 7 Oct - Tue, 13 Oct

13:55 - 08:27

SJO

LAX

19h 32m

1 stop

21:16 - 11:55

LAX

SJO

13h 39m

1 stop

$601JetBlue

Thu, 4 Jun - Sun, 7 Jun

02:20 - 22:35

SJO

LAX

21h 15m

1 stop

00:05 - 01:15

LAX

SJO

24h 10m

1 stop

$602Viva

Sat, 25 Jul - Thu, 30 Jul

10:05 - 23:19

SJO

LAX

14h 14m

1 stop

02:30 - 07:09

LAX

SJO

27h 39m

1 stop

$604Copa Airlines

Fri, 15 May - Sat, 16 May

04:10 - 12:46

SJO

LAX

9h 36m

1 stop

12:17 - 07:26

LAX

SJO

18h 09m

1 stop

$611Copa Airlines

Tue, 2 Jun - Sat, 27 Jun

02:20 - 22:35

SJO

LAX

21h 15m

1 stop

00:05 - 01:15

LAX

SJO

24h 10m

1 stop

$616Viva

Fri, 3 Jul - Thu, 9 Jul

00:53 - 06:23

SJO

LAX

6h 30mdirect

16:40 - 23:33

LAX

SJO

5h 53mdirect

$622Alaska Airlines

Mon, 25 May - Mon, 1 Jun

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United Airlines flights from San José to Los Angeles

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United Airlines

23 May

SJO06:00San José Juan Santamaria Intl

6h 21m

LAX11:21Los Angeles

28 May

LAX00:51Los Angeles

8h 20m

1 stop

SJO10:11San José Juan Santamaria Intl

$651

United Airlines

17 May

SJO06:00San José Juan Santamaria Intl

6h 21m

LAX11:21Los Angeles

26 May

LAX05:45Los Angeles

15h 54m

1 stop

SJO22:39San José Juan Santamaria Intl

$658

United Airlines

10 Sept

SJO13:25San José Juan Santamaria Intl

19h 06m

1 stop

LAX07:31Los Angeles

17 Sept

LAX19:16Los Angeles

16h 05m

1 stop

SJO12:21San José Juan Santamaria Intl

$660

Copa Airlines flights from San José to Los Angeles

Our best Copa Airlines deals on San José to Los Angeles flight tickets

Copa Airlines

6 May

SJO10:05San José Juan Santamaria Intl

27h 55m

1 stop

LAX13:00Los Angeles

16 May

LAX02:30Los Angeles

27h 39m

1 stop

SJO07:09San José Juan Santamaria Intl

$582

Copa Airlines

6 May

SJO13:37San José Juan Santamaria Intl

24h 23m

1 stop

LAX13:00Los Angeles

9 May

LAX02:30Los Angeles

27h 39m

1 stop

SJO07:09San José Juan Santamaria Intl

$589

Copa Airlines

7 Oct

SJO11:00San José Juan Santamaria Intl

12h 58m

1 stop

LAX22:58Los Angeles

11 Oct

LAX02:19Los Angeles

10h 32m

1 stop

SJO13:51San José Juan Santamaria Intl

$597

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00:05-01:15

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Sat 18/7

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11:00-22:58

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$597

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Thu 4/6

13:55-08:27

1 stop19h 32m

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21:16-11:55

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$601

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Sat 25/7

02:20-22:35

1 stop21h 15m

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Thu 30/7

00:05-01:15

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$602

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Fri 15/5

10:05-23:19

1 stop14h 14m

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02:30-07:09

1 stop27h 39m

$604

San JoséLos Angeles

SJO - LAX

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San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 2/6

04:10-12:46

1 stop9h 36m

Los Angeles

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12:17-07:26

1 stop18h 09m

$611

San JoséLos Angeles

SJO - LAX

SJOLAX

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 3/7

02:20-22:35

1 stop21h 15m

Los Angeles

Thu 9/7

00:05-01:15

1 stop24h 10m

$616

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San JoséLos Angeles

SJO - LAX

SJOLAX

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 25/5

00:53-06:23

Nonstop6h 30m

Los Angeles

Mon 1/6

16:40-23:33

Nonstop5h 53m

$622

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

What is the cheapest month to fly to Los Angeles?

The month of February is another great option to travel to Los Angeles, with average flight prices from San José averaging around $495.

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

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

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 $572 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 $501 on momondo.

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

You could potentially save up to 4% 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 May 2026, prices for San José to Los Angeles flights are approximately 4% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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

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Fastest flight time	21h 25m
Direct flights	Every day
Airports in Los Angeles	1 airport

The fastest flight from San José to Los Angeles takes 21h 25m

Direct flights go from San José to Los Angeles every day.

There is 1 airport in Los Angeles. From San José there are direct flights to Los Angeles (LAX).

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Frequently asked questions about flying from San José to Los Angeles

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 21h 25m, depending on flying conditions and air traffic around both airports.
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.
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 31.20% of all bookings. The subsequent popular models are Airbus A320neo at 19.14%, Boeing 737 at 16.37%, and Boeing 737-800 Passenger/BBJ2 (winglets) at 12.26%.

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