CA $146 Cheap Flights from Los Angeles (LAX) to San José (SJO)

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

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at CA $146 for one-way flights and CA $387 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

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

October is typically the cheapest month to fly

From CA $353 - CA $554 per traveller.

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Flight from Los Angeles to San José (LAX - SJO) route information
Origin airport
Los Angeles Intl.
Destination airport
Juan Santamaría Intl.
Airlines serving
Aeromexico, Air Canada, Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Copa, Delta, JetBlue Airways, Spirit Airlines, United, Volaris Costa Rica, avianca
Roundtrip price
CA $386
Distance
4356 km
Average flight time
8 hours 32 mins

Los Angeles to San José Flights

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

With Expedia, it’s simple to find and book flights to San José from Los Angeles 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 nonstop flights to Juan Santamaría 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 Los Angeles to San José today, tomorrow, or this week.  

 

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

Sort your search results by price to find great deals on your flight from Los Angeles to San José—you get all your cheapest options first. Grab yourself a bargain now—the lowest price on flights to San José from Los Angeles currently is just CA $387 rising to CA $476.  

Here are more money-saving tips: 

  • Fly in September when flight prices are normally at their lowest 
  • Book about a month to 6 weeks before you travel for the best prices to San José  
  • 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 San José from Los Angeles 

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 San José with Expedia today.

Frequently asked questions

How much is a flight from LAX to Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO)?
Based on fares listed within the last 7 days on Expedia for flights departing within the next year, round-trip journeys between LAX and SJO start from CA $387. Book now to secure the best price for your exciting adventure. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.
Do I need to pay a cancellation fee if I cancel my flight from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO)?
Most flights can be cancelled online, but whether or not you are charged a fee differs between airlines. If you do need to cancel your getaway, follow the instructions in the Customer Service Portal.
How do I find cheap flights from LAX to Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) that have flexible change policies?
Plenty of carriers offer the option to move your flight without charging a fee. All you pay is the cost difference between the two flights. When looking for LAX to Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) flights, you'll find a "No change fees" box for you to tick.
How many hours is the flight from LAX to SJO?
Lasting around 10 hours and 30 minutes, the flight between Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) and SJO is a good opportunity to do some last-minute trip planning. Why not use some of this time to organize your itinerary in San José?
How far is the flight from LAX to SJO?
The distance is around 4,400 kilometres. Travel pillow? Check. Noise-cancelling headphones? Double check. We recommend you pack all the travel comforts for this long-haul Los Angeles to San José flight.
Which airlines fly direct from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO)?
One airline that flies from LAX to SJO is Alaska Airlines (AS). It offers 30 flights every month. If you want more options, check out the ticket prices from Delta (DL). This carrier operates 21 monthly flights between these airports.
Are LAX to Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) flight tickets cheaper when they're purchased at the last minute?
Last-minute bookings from LAX to Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) can be hit-or-miss. You may be able to score a great bargain, but then again, you could miss out! If you'd prefer to start your travel planning early on, Expedia compares flight deals up to 12 months in advance. Just bear in mind that not all airlines release their prices that far in advance. Our suggestion? Check back often as prices are updated regularly.

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