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£153 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 £153 for one-way flights and £396 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

JetBlue Airways
Wed, 26 Aug - Wed, 2 Sept
LAX
Los Angeles
SJO
San José
£396 Return, found 4 days ago
£396
Return
found 4 days ago
Select JetBlue Airways flight, departing Wed, 26 Aug from Los Angeles to San José, returning Wed, 2 Sept, priced at £396 found 4 days ago
JetBlue Airways
Sat, 22 Aug - Sat, 29 Aug
LAX
Los Angeles
SJO
San José
£402 Return, found 4 days ago
£402
Return
found 4 days ago
Select JetBlue Airways flight, departing Sat, 22 Aug from Los Angeles to San José, returning Sat, 29 Aug, priced at £402 found 4 days ago
JetBlue Airways
Sun, 30 Aug - Sat, 5 Sept
LAX
Los Angeles
SJO
San José
£403 Return, found 4 days ago
£403
Return
found 4 days ago
Select JetBlue Airways flight, departing Sun, 30 Aug from Los Angeles to San José, returning Sat, 5 Sept, priced at £403 found 4 days ago
JetBlue Airways
Wed, 26 Aug - Wed, 2 Sept
LAX
Los Angeles
SJO
San José
£406 Return, found 4 days ago
£406
Return
found 4 days ago
Select JetBlue Airways flight, departing Wed, 26 Aug from Los Angeles to San José, returning Wed, 2 Sept, priced at £406 found 4 days ago
JetBlue Airways
Sun, 23 Aug - Sun, 30 Aug
LAX
Los Angeles
SJO
San José
£415 Return, found 5 days ago
£415
Return
found 5 days ago
Select JetBlue Airways flight, departing Sun, 23 Aug from Los Angeles to San José, returning Sun, 30 Aug, priced at £415 found 5 days ago
JetBlue Airways
Sat, 22 Aug - Sat, 29 Aug
LAX
Los Angeles
SJO
San José
£420 Return, found 4 days ago
£420
Return
found 4 days ago
Select JetBlue Airways flight, departing Sat, 22 Aug from Los Angeles to San José, returning Sat, 29 Aug, priced at £420 found 4 days ago
Alaska Airlines
Tue, 9 Feb - Tue, 23 Feb
LAX
Los Angeles
SJO
San José
£441 Return, found 1 day ago
£441
Return
found 1 day ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Tue, 9 Feb from Los Angeles to San José, returning Tue, 23 Feb, priced at £441 found 1 day ago
Volaris
Tue, 9 Feb - Tue, 23 Feb
LAX
Los Angeles
SJO
San José
£452 Return, found 1 day ago
£452
Return
found 1 day ago
Select Volaris flight, departing Tue, 9 Feb from Los Angeles to San José, returning Tue, 23 Feb, priced at £452 found 1 day ago
American Airlines
Thu, 7 Jan - Thu, 21 Jan
LAX
Los Angeles
SJO
San José
£469 Return, found 2 days ago
£469
Return
found 2 days ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Thu, 7 Jan from Los Angeles to San José, returning Thu, 21 Jan, priced at £469 found 2 days ago
avianca
Thu, 7 Jan - Thu, 21 Jan
LAX
Los Angeles
SJO
San José
£479 Return, found 2 days ago
£479
Return
found 2 days ago
Select avianca flight, departing Thu, 7 Jan from Los Angeles to San José, returning Thu, 21 Jan, priced at £479 found 2 days ago

Alternative airports near San José

Prices were available within the past 7 days. Prices and availability are subject to change.

Select flight to Juan Santamaria Intl. SJO. Cheapest option available. Average driving time to city centre is 20 minutes. Flights from £493
SJO
Juan Santamaria Intl.
Cheapest
Average driving time to city centre20 min
Flights from £493

Frequently asked questions

How much does a flight from Los Angeles, CA (LAX-Los Angeles Intl.) to San José (SJO-Juan Santamaría Intl.) cost?
You can find cheap one-way flights from £153 and cheap return flights from £396 LAX to SJO with Expedia. One-way flights typically cost between £208 and £775, and return flights often range between £479 and £1308. Flight prices vary based on the month and day of the week you want to travel, as well as the airline and how far in advance you book your ticket. Filter your search on Expedia by "Price (lowest to highest)" to see the cheapest fares first, and use the Price Tracking tool to receive alerts when LAX to SJO ticket fares go up or down.
What is the cheapest month to fly from Los Angeles, CA (LAX) to San José (SJO)?
The cheapest months to fly from Los Angeles, CA (LAX) to San José (SJO) are typically during off-peak season when demand is low. Traveling in off-peak or shoulder months is usually a good way to secure cheap tickets, just remember to avoid flying during holidays if you are able to. Use the calendar view in your search to see which months have low fares on this route.
Which airlines fly direct from Los Angeles, CA (LAX) to San José (SJO)?
Enter LAX to SJO and your travel dates, then apply the 'Nonstop' filter to see only direct flights.
How do I find cheap flights from Los Angeles, CA (LAX) to San José (SJO)?
To find a cheap flight from Los Angeles, CA (LAX)San José (SJO), be flexible with your dates. Traveling outside of peak vacation months and booking a mid-week flight can help you save. Early morning and late night flights are often more affordable, too. Expedia allows you to compare flight times, airlines and routes all in one place to find low fares. You can also set up Price Tracking and receive alerts when fares go up or down.
What is the best time to fly from Los Angeles, CA (LAX) to San José (SJO)?
The best time to fly is usually mid-week (Tuesday or Wednesday) and during early morning hours as flights tend to be cheaper, less crowded, and generally more on-time. Avoid major holidays and peak vacation seasons for smoother travel. Combining off-peak days and hours often gives the best combination of cost, comfort, and convenience.
What is the earliest flight from Los Angeles, CA (LAX) to San José (SJO)?
Sort flights by "Departure (earliest)" on Expedia to find the earliest flight from Los Angeles, CA (LAX) to San José (SJO). To compare more early flights, use the "Early Morning" and "Morning" filters in your search.
How long does it take to fly from Los Angeles, CA (LAX-Los Angeles Intl.) to San José (SJO-Juan Santamaría Intl.)?
A nonstop flight from LAX to SJO typically takes around 5 hours 50 minutes, covering approximately 4,382 kilometers. Connecting flights on this route usually add 4 hours 40 minutes to your travel time. Keep in mind that actual flight times can vary due to wind patterns, weather, and air traffic.
Can you fly business or first class from Los Angeles, CA (LAX) to San José (SJO)?
Select the "Business class" and "First class" filters when looking for Los Angeles, CA (LAX) to San José (SJO) flights on Expedia. This is the easiest way to compare prices, routes and flight times for your trip.
How do I earn miles on a Los Angeles, CA (LAX) to San José (SJO) flight with Expedia?
It's easy to earn miles on a It'Los Angeles, CA (LAX)San José (SJO) flight when you book with Expedia. Before you confirm your booking, simply select your frequent flyer program and enter your program number. As a member of One Key™, you can also earn OneKeyCash™* on top of your airline miles when you book with Expedia.*Excludes taxes and fees. OneKeyCash is not redeemable for cash and can only be used on Expedia and other participating brands.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from Los Angeles, CA (LAX) to San José (SJO) at the last minute?
Typically, booking a last minute flight from Los Angeles, CA (LAX)San José (SJO) will be more expensive than booking in advance. As the departure date approaches, there are usually fewer seats available which can drive up the cost. However, if there's some wiggle room with your travel dates and times, you could bag a cheap last-minute fare.
Is it cheaper to book a Los Angeles, CA (LAX) to San José (SJO) flight and hotel package?
Securing a Los Angeles, CA (LAX)San José (SJO) flight and hotel package is usually cheaper than booking separately. With Expedia, you can enjoy the ease of organizing your travels all in one place. Select from our extensive range of stays and then add flights, activities and car rentals to your booking. Bundle everything together, and you could save hundreds of dollars.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from Los Angeles, CA (LAX) to San José (SJO)?
If you booked your Los Angeles, CA (LAX)San José (SJO) flight within the last 24 hours, you may be able to modify or cancel it without any fees. Depending on the airline and the type of ticket you have, additional charges may apply for changes beyond this timeframe. Airline policies and contact information can be found in your itinerary or confirmation email. Or, head to our Customer Service portal if you'd like more information.

Travel information

Origin airport
Los Angeles Intl.
Destination airport
Juan Santamaría Intl.
Airlines serving
Aeromexico, Air Canada, Alaska Airlines, Copa, JetBlue Airways, avianca
Return price
£395
Distance
4356 km
Average flight time
8 hours 51 mins

Book with confidence

Compare flights from Los Angeles to San José easily and book with confidence

For travelling on business or for pleasure, Expedia makes it easy to book your flights from Los Angeles to San José. Operating between them flights per day, 20 airlines cover the route. And fly direct, getting you to Juan Santamaría Intl. in just hours. If you have a preferred carrier, use our advanced search tool to find the right flight from Los Angeles Intl. to Juan Santamaría Intl..  

To make things even better, in the advanced search, you can also choose to fly economy, premium economy, business or first class, select your maximum number of stops, and pick your preferred departure and arrival time. You can also opt for refundable and direct flights. 

Grab a great deal on your flight from Los Angeles Intl. (LAX) to Juan Santamaría Intl. (SJO)

The easiest way to view the best deals on flights from Los Angeles to San José today is to enter your travel dates and hit search. From here, you can sort your results by price to see the cheapest flights first. Right now, return flights from Los Angeles Intl. to Juan Santamaría Intl. start at just £396 and range up to £479.  

To find an even better deal, try  

  • being flexible on your dates – midweek flights can be cheaper
  • looking for other airports near Los Angeles and San José
  • booking your flight during August, the cheapest month on this route
  • varying your flight times – early morning and late at night are sometimes cheaper 

Why you should book your Los Angeles to San José flight with Expedia!

We cater for all flight types, cabin classes and airlines. So whether you’re booking flights from Los Angeles Intl. to Juan Santamaría Intl. for a budget break or a business trip with a bit of pleasure thrown in, we make it easy to secure the seat that’s right for you.  

Thanks to our supersized inventory that offers great choice all in one place, you know you’ll get a great deal with Expedia. Especially if you bundle your flight together with your hotel, you will unlock amazing savings. For added peace of mind, you can choose flexible bookings or filter to find refundable options, so you won’t pay a fee to change your flight.  

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