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Cheap flights from San José to Los Angeles from £159

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 23/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SJO — LAX
22 Jan — 29 Jan1
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 17 January 2025.

Round-trip from

£228

One-way from

£159

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

May

Average price

£327
Volaris El Salvador
  • Volaris El Salvador
  • 13/2-20/2
  • 2 total stops
  • 37h 21m total
  • San José to Los Angeles
Copa Airlines
  • Copa Airlines
  • 23/4
  • 1 total stop
  • 20h 17m 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 January 2025

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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 17 January 2025.

Thu 13/205:30SJO - LAX
1 stop17h 07mMultiple Airlines
Thu 20/212:03LAX - SJO
1 stop20h 14mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/1£228
Wed 23/418:07SJO - LAX
1 stop20h 17mCopa Airlines
Tue 29/422:18LAX - SJO
1 stop10h 42mCopa Airlines
Deal found 16/1£278
Sat 8/206:40SJO - LAX
Nonstop6h 27mUnited Airlines
Wed 19/206:00LAX - SJO
1 stop12h 39mUnited Airlines
Deal found 16/1£285
Thu 13/220:30SJO - LAX
2 stops16h 10mAvianca
Thu 20/213:55LAX - SJO
1 stop7h 00mAvianca
Deal found 16/1£291
Mon 10/201:12SJO - LAX
Nonstop6h 48mAlaska Airlines
Tue 18/216:12LAX - SJO
Nonstop5h 47mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 16/1£315
Thu 13/213:25SJO - LAX
2 stops20h 17mSpirit Airlines
Thu 20/219:44LAX - SJO
2 stops13h 40mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 16/1£324
Sat 18/108:25SJO - LAX
Nonstop6h 29mDelta
Sun 26/123:15LAX - SJO
Nonstop5h 38mDelta
Deal found 17/1£336
Tue 15/413:10SJO - LAX
1 stop11h 25mSouthwest
Tue 22/406:10LAX - SJO
2 stops12h 30mSouthwest
Deal found 16/1£393

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 17 January 2025.

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San JoséLos Angeles

SJO - LAX

SJOLAX

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 13/2

05:30-20:37

1 stop17h 07m

Los Angeles

Thu 20/2

12:03-10:17

1 stop20h 14m

£228

San JoséLos Angeles

SJO - LAX

SJOLAX

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 23/4

18:07-13:24

1 stop20h 17m

Los Angeles

Tue 29/4

22:18-10:00

1 stop10h 42m

£278

San JoséLos Angeles

SJO - LAX

SJOLAX

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 8/2

06:40-11:07

Nonstop6h 27m

Los Angeles

Tue 18/2

06:00-20:39

1 stop12h 39m

£285

San JoséLos Angeles

SJO - LAX

SJOLAX

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 13/2

20:30-10:40

2 stops16h 10m

Los Angeles

Thu 20/2

13:55-22:55

1 stop7h 00m

£291

San JoséLos Angeles

SJO - LAX

SJOLAX

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 10/2

01:12-06:00

Nonstop6h 48m

Los Angeles

Tue 25/2

16:12-23:59

Nonstop5h 47m

£315

San JoséLos Angeles

SJO - LAX

SJOLAX

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 13/2

13:25-07:42

2 stops20h 17m

Los Angeles

Thu 20/2

19:44-11:24

2 stops13h 40m

£324

San JoséLos Angeles

SJO - LAX

SJOLAX

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 2/2

08:25-12:54

Nonstop6h 29m

Los Angeles

Sat 8/2

23:15-06:53

Nonstop5h 38m

£336

San JoséLos Angeles

SJO - LAX

SJOLAX

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 23/4

13:10-07:15

2 stops19h 05m

Los Angeles

Mon 28/4

09:45-19:40

1 stop8h 55m

£358

San JoséLos Angeles

SJO - LAX

SJOLAX

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 2/3

13:26-23:57

1 stop12h 31m

Los Angeles

Sun 9/3

21:22-11:02

1 stop12h 40m

£547

San JoséLos Angeles

SJO - LAX

SJOLAX

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 23/4

18:07-13:24

1 stop20h 17m

£159

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Best time to book a flight from San José to Los Angeles

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Travel insights for flights from San José to Los Angeles

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from San José to Los Angeles including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

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 10 January 2025.

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 £811). 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 17 January 2025.

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 17 January 2025.

The most flights from SJO to LAX are scheduled on a Thursday (5 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (3 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 17 January 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from San José to Los Angeles, see what other customers have to say about Copa Airlines, United Airlines and Alaska 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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Very Good
4,659 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

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8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

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

8.1
Very Good
4,659 reviews
8.1
Very Good
4,659 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

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

8.0
Very Good
9,684 reviews
8.1
Very Good
4,659 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

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

8.0
Very Good
8,513 reviews
8.1
Very Good
4,659 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

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

7.7
Good
1,660 reviews
8.1
Very Good
4,659 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

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

7.5
Good
1,849 reviews
8.1
Very Good
4,659 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

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 4 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 2 different airlines, which means you should have some options if you want to compare airfare deals. 6h 17m 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 £278, 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 Avianca - these airlines can fly you to your destination from £285 and £291, respectively. Copa Airlines is priced at 13% 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 Copa Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as £159. Users have also found prices from £162 and £176 on United Airlines and Alaska Airlines, 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 Air France (100%), KLM (94%) or Delta (88%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • 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 £811). 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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Top 2 airlines flying from San José to Los Angeles

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