CA $169 Cheap Flights from San José (SJO) to Los Angeles (LAX)

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Cheap flights from San José (SJO) to Los Angeles (LAX)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at CA $169 for one-way flights and CA $408 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

American Airlines
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Volaris El Salvador
Spirit Airlines
Volaris Costa Rica
JetBlue Airways

Find the cheapest month to fly from San José (SJO) to Los Angeles (LAX)

September is typically the cheapest month to fly

From CA $346 - CA $652 per traveller.

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Flight from San José to Los Angeles (SJO - LAX) route information
Origin airport
Juan Santamaría Intl.
Destination airport
Los Angeles Intl.
Airlines serving
Aeromexico, Air Canada, Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Copa, Delta, JetBlue Airways, Spirit Airlines, United, Volaris Costa Rica, avianca
Roundtrip price
CA $408
Distance
4356 km
Average flight time
6 hours 23 mins

San José to Los Angeles Flights

The easy way to book your flights from San José to Los Angeles 

With Expedia, it’s simple to find and book flights to Los Angeles from San José whether you’re traveling for business or pleasure. Enter your travel dates, hit search, and choose your flight from 20 airlines that cover this route. There are American Airlines, Alaska Airlines nonstop flights to Los Angeles Intl., too.  

Choose your preferred carrier and cabin class with the advanced search tool and select your ideal departure time. Then, if you want, you can see just nonstop or refundable flights. And if you’re traveling last minute, just enter the date to check out flights from San José to Los Angeles today, tomorrow, or this week.  

 

Save dollars with cheap flights from Juan Santamaría Intl., SJO to Los Angeles Intl., LAX 

Sort your search results by price to find great deals on your flight from San José to Los Angeles—you get all your cheapest options first. Grab yourself a bargain now—the lowest price on flights to Los Angeles from San José currently is just CA $408 rising to CA $474.  

Here are more money-saving tips: 

  • Fly in October when flight prices are normally at their lowest 
  • Book about a month to 6 weeks before you travel for the best prices to Los Angeles  
  • Avoid peak season and weekends when flights can cost more
  • Early morning and late-night flights are sometimes cheaper, so try varying your travel times 
  • One surefire way to save money on your flight is to book your flight and hotel together with Expedia. Sometimes, the savings are so large that the flight is basically free! 

 

Reasons to choose Expedia for your flight to Los Angeles from San José 

Whatever your destination, budget, or reason to travel, in just one quick search, you can choose from loads of flights, airlines, and cabin classes. The filters make it quick and easy to find your ideal flights, and if you choose one of the flexible options, you won’t be charged to change your flight. So book your flight to Los Angeles with Expedia today.

Frequently asked questions

How much is a flight from Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) to LAX?
The lowest price advertised for a round-trip journey from Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) to LAX is CA $408. But you better move fast. This price is taken from fares quoted within the last 7 days on Expedia for flights departing within the next year. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.
Do I need to pay a cancellation fee if I cancel my flight from Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) to LAX?
We understand that your situation can change unexpectedly, so we've made it as hassle-free as possible for you to cancel your flight online. Just head to the Customer Service Portal and follow the instructions.
How do I find cheap flights from Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) to LAX that have flexible change policies?
Flights from SJO to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) with flexible change policies are available with many carriers. Simply use our "No change fees" filter when searching. You'll only need to cover the cost difference between the two flights, with no additional fees to worry about.
How many hours is the flight from Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) to LAX?
There are lots of ways to make the 11 hours and 29 minutes between Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport and LAX go by quicker. Be productive and sort through your camera roll or delete all those backed-up emails. A nice snooze also helps pass the time!
How far is the flight from SJO to LAX?
San José to Los Angeles is around 4,400 kilometres, so get ready to spend quite a while in the air. Don't forget to pack all the essentials, from your toothbrush to your hairbrush. Throw in a couple of snacks to nibble on throughout your flight too.
Which airlines fly direct from Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) to LAX?
With 30 flights every month operating from SJO to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX), Alaska Airlines (AS) is an excellent choice. If you're eager for more options, have a look at the ticket prices from Delta (DL). This airlines operates 21 flights every month between these airports.
Are Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) to LAX flight tickets cheaper when they're purchased at the last minute?
Last-minute planners can sometimes pick up a bargain, with some of the cheapest fares from SJO to LAX surfacing a few weeks before the departure date. If you'd rather plan ahead, Expedia compares and updates all the best flight deals continuously — as early as 12 months in advance in some cases. It does depend on the carrier though, as not every airline releases prices so far in advance.

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