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Cheap flights from San José to Los Angeles from £146

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 23/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SJO — LAX
23 Dec — 30 Dec1
1 adult

The best prices from San José Juan Santamaria Intl to Los Angeles are usually found in May or September, booked 78 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Monday and return on a Thursday

Cheap flight deals from San José to Los Angeles

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San José (SJO) to Los Angeles (LAX). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 18 December 2024.

Round-trip from

£267

One-way from

£146

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

May

Average price

£388
Copa Airlines
  • Copa Airlines
  • 18/2-25/2
  • 2 total stops
  • 32h 47m total
  • San José to Los Angeles
United Airlines
  • United Airlines
  • 23/1
  • 1 total stop
  • 19h 29m total
  • San José to Los Angeles
High demand for flights, 8% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 2% potential price drop
Average for round-trip flights in December 2024

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Cheapest flights from San José to Los Angeles
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San José to Los Angeles. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 18 December 2024.

Sat 21/1206:40SJO - LAX
Nonstop6h 27mUnited Airlines
Tue 31/1219:30LAX - SJO
1 stop15h 47mUnited Airlines
Deal found 17/12£303
Tue 17/1204:08SJO - LAX
1 stop20h 32mCopa Airlines
Tue 21/121:23LAX - SJO
1 stop16h 33mCopa Airlines
Deal found 17/12£308
Sat 21/1201:18SJO - LAX
Nonstop6h 42mAlaska Airlines
Thu 9/116:11LAX - SJO
Nonstop5h 46mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 17/12£379
Wed 25/1208:15SJO - LAX
Nonstop6h 24mDelta
Tue 31/1223:00LAX - SJO
Nonstop5h 44mDelta
Deal found 17/12£399
Wed 18/1213:40SJO - LAX
1 stop10h 55mSouthwest
Fri 20/1220:40LAX - SJO
1 stop15h 05mSouthwest
Deal found 17/12£618
Mon 16/1223:57SJO - LAX
1 stop13h 29mJetBlue
Thu 9/123:59LAX - SJO
1 stop10h 00mJetBlue
Deal found 16/12£687
Thu 19/1213:08SJO - LAX
2 stops24h 06mAeromexico
Sat 1/212:57LAX - SJO
1 stop8h 41mAeromexico
Deal found 17/12£713

Find flights from San José to Los Angeles within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from San José to Los Angeles that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 858,174 searches. Data last updated 18 December 2024.

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San JoséLos Angeles

SJO - LAX

SJOLAX

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 18/2

04:09-16:11

1 stop14h 02m

Los Angeles

Tue 25/2

01:21-22:06

1 stop18h 45m

£267

San JoséLos Angeles

SJO - LAX

SJOLAX

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 30/1

08:45-23:59

1 stop17h 14m

Los Angeles

Mon 3/2

17:55-13:17

1 stop17h 22m

£302

San JoséLos Angeles

SJO - LAX

SJOLAX

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 27/1

01:12-06:00

Nonstop6h 48m

Los Angeles

Wed 26/2

16:12-23:59

Nonstop5h 47m

£324

San JoséLos Angeles

SJO - LAX

SJOLAX

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 15/1

08:25-12:54

Nonstop6h 29m

Los Angeles

Tue 18/2

23:15-06:53

Nonstop5h 38m

£399

San JoséLos Angeles

SJO - LAX

SJOLAX

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 26/2

09:55-21:45

2 stops13h 50m

Los Angeles

Mon 3/3

06:45-20:40

2 stops11h 55m

£414

San JoséLos Angeles

SJO - LAX

SJOLAX

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 10/1

01:57-17:48

2 stops17h 51m

Los Angeles

Sat 11/1

23:20-00:59

2 stops23h 39m

£420

San JoséLos Angeles

SJO - LAX

SJOLAX

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 10/1

01:57-17:48

2 stops17h 51m

Los Angeles

Sat 11/1

23:47-10:17

1 stop8h 30m

£505

San JoséLos Angeles

SJO - LAX

SJOLAX

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 23/1

06:30-23:59

1 stop19h 29m

£146

San JoséLos Angeles

SJO - LAX

SJOLAX

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 18/2

04:09-16:11

1 stop14h 02m

£152

San JoséLos Angeles

SJO - LAX

SJOLAX

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 4/5

19:45-09:15

2 stops14h 30m

£183

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Travel insights for flights from San José to Los Angeles

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How far ahead should I book a flight from San José, San José Province to Los Angeles?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from San José to Los Angeles. Price data was last updated on 13 December 2024.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from San José, San José Province to Los Angeles, you should look to book at least 78 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San José, San José Province to Los Angeles?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San José, San José Province to Los Angeles (average of £575). Flying from San José, San José Province to Los Angeles in July is currently the most expensive (average of £776). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from SJO to LAX?

Find hourly flight availability from San José to Los Angeles. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 18 December 2024.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from San José, San José Province to Los Angeles is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the evening tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the afternoon could potentially save you up to 36% on airfare.

Weekly flight availability from San José, San José Province to Los Angeles

Explore weekly flight availability from San José to Los Angeles. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated 18 December 2024.

The most flights from SJO to LAX are scheduled on a Monday (4 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Thursday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (1 on average).

Rainfall in Los Angeles by month

Plan your trip to Los Angeles by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Los Angeles ranges from 0.0 - 87.0 inches per month. February is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 87.0 mm. July is typically the driest time to visit Los Angeles when rainfall is around 0.0 mm.

Temperature in Los Angeles by month

Plan your trip to Los Angeles by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Los Angeles, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 23.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 14.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Los Angeles

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Los Angeles. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Los Angeles. Reviews last updated 18 December 2024.
To help decide which airline to fly from San José to Los Angeles, see what other customers have to say about United Airlines, Alaska Airlines and Copa Airlines. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
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8.7

Entertainment

7.7

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1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

8.1
Very Good
4,848 reviews
8.1
Very Good
4,848 reviews

Overall

8.1

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8.1

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8.2

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8.7

Entertainment

7.7

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1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

8.0
Very Good
9,552 reviews
8.1
Very Good
4,848 reviews

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

8.0
Very Good
8,604 reviews
8.1
Very Good
4,848 reviews

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

7.7
Good
1,720 reviews
8.1
Very Good
4,848 reviews

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

7.5
Good
1,930 reviews
8.1
Very Good
4,848 reviews

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San José to Los Angeles. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What airports do I use to fly from San José to Los Angeles?

    If you wish to fly to Los Angeles from San José, then you need to book flights from San José Juan Santamaria Intl to Los Angeles. There are 2 flights from Juan Santamaria Intl (SJO) to Los Angeles (LAX) per day to choose from. Flights to Los Angeles from Juan Santamaria Intl are available from 3 different airlines, which means you should have some options if you want to compare airfare deals. 6h 27m is how long a nonstop flight from San José to Los Angeles typically takes.

  • How popular is this San José, San José Province to Los Angeles flight route?

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from San José, San José Province to Los Angeles round-trip?

    Currently priced at £267, Copa Airlines will fly you from San José, San José Province to Los Angeles and back. In addition to Copa Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from United Airlines and Alaska Airlines - these airlines can fly you to your destination from £302 and £324, respectively. Copa Airlines is priced at 12% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from San José, San José Province to Los Angeles one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for United Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as £146. Users have also found prices from £152 and £183 on Copa Airlines and Avianca, respectively.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from San José, San José Province to Los Angeles?

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from San José, San José Province to Los Angeles consider choosing United Airlines (93%), American Airlines (88%) or Delta (83%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from San José, San José Province to Los Angeles?

    On average you can expect to pay £490 for a flight from San José, San José Province to Los Angeles. The cheapest flight overall is £359 while the most popular route, (San José Juan Santamaria Intl - Los Angeles) is currently priced at £331.

  • Can I find deals for flights from San José to Los Angeles that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on San José to Los Angeles flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from San José to Los Angeles?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from San José to Los Angeles.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from San José to Los Angeles?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San José to Los Angeles by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San José, San José Province to Los Angeles?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San José, San José Province to Los Angeles (average of £575). Flying from San José, San José Province to Los Angeles in July is currently the most expensive (average of £776). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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