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$209 Find Cheap Flights from Los Angeles to San José

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a KAYAK user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from Los Angeles to San José departing on 28/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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Cheapest return fare
$424
Typical prices: $411-$657
Multiple Airlines
Tue 4/8Wed 12/8
LAX - SJO • 1 stop
Cheapest direct flights
$476
Typical prices: $365-$573
Volaris Costa Rica
Thu 3/9Sun 6/9
LAX - SJO • Direct
Top airlines
Cheapest • from $458 (return)
Best reviews • 8.0 score
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Direct flights
You can fly direct with Alaska Airlines, United Airlines, and Delta. Average duration is 5h 40m
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Avoid delays
Most punctual • 89% on-time
Best time • Fewest delays
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Top stopover airports
Cheapest • Avg $536 (return)
Shortest trip • 7h 21m (one-way)
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When to book
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 4 weeks in advance save around 14% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 24% price drop
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Cheap Flights from Los Angeles to San José (LAX-SJO)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for return flights from Los Angeles to San José that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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Recent return flight deals from Los Angeles to San José

Tue, 4 Aug - Wed, 12 Aug
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09:55 - 23:59
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SJO
13h 04m
1 stop
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07:00 - 18:16
SJO
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LAX
12h 16mdirect
$424Multiple Airlines
Tue, 26 May - Tue, 2 Jun
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11:55 - 23:59
LAX
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SJO
11h 04m
1 stop
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16:18 - 10:15
SJO
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LAX
18h 57m
1 stop
$449Multiple Airlines
Fri, 12 Jun - Fri, 10 Jul
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14:00 - 01:15
LAX
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SJO
10h 15m
1 stop
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02:20 - 22:35
SJO
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LAX
21h 15m
1 stop
$458Viva
Thu, 30 Jul - Thu, 6 Aug
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11:55 - 23:59
LAX
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SJO
11h 04m
1 stop
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16:18 - 10:15
SJO
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LAX
18h 57m
1 stop
$459Multiple Airlines
Tue, 7 Jul - Tue, 14 Jul
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09:55 - 23:59
LAX
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SJO
13h 04m
1 stop
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16:18 - 10:15
SJO
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LAX
18h 57m
1 stop
$465Multiple Airlines
Tue, 28 Apr - Thu, 28 May
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11:55 - 23:59
LAX
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SJO
11h 04m
1 stop
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07:00 - 18:16
SJO
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LAX
12h 16mdirect
$466Multiple Airlines
Thu, 30 Apr - Thu, 7 May
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11:55 - 23:59
LAX
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SJO
11h 04m
1 stop
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16:18 - 10:15
SJO
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LAX
18h 57m
1 stop
$472Multiple Airlines
Thu, 3 Sep - Sun, 6 Sep
Volaris Costa Rica Logo
09:00 - 21:51
LAX
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SJO
11h 51mdirect
Volaris Costa Rica Logo
07:00 - 18:16
SJO
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LAX
12h 16mdirect
$476Volaris Costa Rica
Thu, 3 Sep - Sun, 6 Sep
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09:00 - 21:51
LAX
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SJO
11h 51mdirect
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16:18 - 10:15
SJO
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LAX
18h 57m
1 stop
$479Multiple Airlines
Wed, 12 Aug - Thu, 20 Aug
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09:00 - 21:51
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SJO
11h 51mdirect
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16:18 - 10:15
SJO
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LAX
18h 57m
1 stop
$482Multiple Airlines
Booking Insights

KAYAK's insights & trends for Los Angeles to San José flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Los Angeles to San José to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

How much is a return flight from Los Angeles to San José?

This analysis is based on the cheapest return trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from Los Angeles to San José departing in August.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Los Angeles to San José?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Los Angeles to San José, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from Los Angeles to San José is October, where tickets cost $496 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and March, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $967 and $731 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a stopover from Los Angeles to San José?

The average return price for all direct flights, flights with one stopover, and flights with two stopovers for the route found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.

Yes, flying with a stopover may cost you more time, but you can also save money on the route, with a 1 stop stopover the cheapest option at $682 on average.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Los Angeles to San José?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Los Angeles to San José, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from Los Angeles to San José, you should book around 4 weeks before departure, which saves you about 14% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 25 weeks before departure.

Good to know

Low seasonOctober
Cheapest flight$209
Best time to beat the crowds (24% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (49% more expensive on average)
Flight from Los Angeles to San José

When to book flights from Los Angeles to San José

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Los Angeles to San José based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
Estimated return price
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FAQs for booking flights from Los Angeles to San José

  • Is there anywhere to smoke at Juan Santamaría International Airport?

    If you are a smoker, it is important to keep in mind that there are not currently any smoking rooms anywhere at Juan Santamaria International Airport. To have a cigarette or use your electronic device, you will have to leave security and smoke outside the doors of the Arrivals terminal.

  • What are some good hotels near Juan Santamaría International Airport?

    The Hotel Santamaria is a mere 6-minute walk from the Juan Santamaria Cultural Historical Museum and a 12-minute drive from the Juan Santamaria International Airport. The Courtyard by Marriott is a casual choice that is a 5-minute drive from the Juan Santamaria Park and a 9-minute drive from the airport.

  • What shopping options are there at Los Angeles International Airport?

    Los Angeles International Airport is home to a variety of stores that sell local goods, souvenirs, and gifts. Travel + Leisure is a popular shop that focuses on suitcases and travel accessories, while DFS Duty Free has liquor, clothing, beauty items, and food products.

  • What is there to do at Los Angeles International Airport?

    If you enjoy planes, make sure to pay a visit to the Observation Deck, which is located in the main terminal of Los Angeles International Airport. If you are an art-enthusiast, take a look at the rotating exhibits done by local artists that can be found throughout the different terminals.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Los Angeles to San José?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Los Angeles to San José was $209 for a one-way ticket and $424 for a return.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from Los Angeles to San José?

    All the following airlines offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the Los Angeles to San José flight route: Delta, Alaska Airlines, JetBlue, American Airlines, United Airlines, and British Airways.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Los Angeles to San José?

    The Boeing 737 MAX 8 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Los Angeles to San José flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Los Angeles to San José?

    Star Alliance, and oneworld are the airline alliances operating flights between Los Angeles and San José, with Star Alliance being the most commonly used for this route.

  • On which days can I fly direct from Los Angeles to San José?

    There are direct flights from Los Angeles to San José on a daily basis.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Los Angeles to San José, Alaska Airlines or Copa Airlines?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Los Angeles to San José are Alaska Airlines and Copa Airlines. With an average price for the route of $494 and an overall rating of 8.0, Alaska Airlines is the most popular choice. Copa Airlines is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $1,273 and an overall rating of 7.5.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Los Angeles to San José?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Los Angeles to San José.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Los Angeles to San José?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to San José from Los Angeles is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Los Angeles to San José?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional return ticket. You could then fly to San José with an airline and back to Los Angeles with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Los Angeles to San José?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to San José from Los Angeles up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from Los Angeles to San José

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $241 or less one-way.
  • An easy way to save on flying time is to avoid layovers and look for direct flights from Los Angeles to San José. Delta Airlines is one of the most popular companies that services this route, as they have a diverse timetable and offer additional perks, such as free checked baggage and complimentary meals.
  • If you have some free time before your flight from Los Angeles to San José begins boarding, consider purchasing an access pass for one of the several private lounges located in Los Angeles International Airport. Delta, United, Virgin, and American Airlines all have their own lounges, and they often offer reduced rates for their customers.
  • To grab a bite to eat after a long day of flying, browse through the different dining options that can be found in Juan Santamaría International Airport. Deli Malinche is a popular cafe and restaurant located near Gate 10 that serves basic meals, sandwiches, and coffee-based drinks.
  • For those who get stressed while flying, keep your eyes open for the LAX PUPS Program while you are waiting for your plane to take off from Los Angeles International Airport. This program allows volunteers to bring trained service animals throughout the airport’s terminals in order to say hello and help calm anyone who might be feeling anxious about their travels.
  • If you need some help with all of your luggage once you have landed at Juan Santamaría International Airport, head to one of the Skycap Porters waiting in the Arrivals terminal. For a small fee, these porters will carry all of your items to wherever your final destination at the airport is located.

Prefer to fly direct from Los Angeles Los Angeles to San José Juan Santamaria Intl?

 
Direct data is based off flight results for the next 60 days. Find direct flights from all airlines flying direct from Los Angeles Los Angeles to San José Juan Santamaria Intl.
Find which airlines fly direct from Los Angeles Los Angeles Airport to San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Los Angeles Los Angeles to San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Monday

Alaska Airlines

Alaska Airlines

Tuesday

Alaska Airlines

Alaska Airlines

Wednesday

Alaska Airlines

Alaska Airlines

Thursday

Alaska Airlines

Alaska Airlines

Friday

Alaska Airlines,Delta,United Airlines

Alaska Airlines,Delta, +1 more

Saturday

Alaska Airlines,United Airlines

Alaska Airlines,United Airlines

Sunday

Alaska Airlines

Alaska Airlines

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Direct returns

San José Juan Santamaria Intl to Los Angeles Los Angeles

Monday

Alaska Airlines

Alaska Airlines

Tuesday

Alaska Airlines

Alaska Airlines

Wednesday

Alaska Airlines

Alaska Airlines

Thursday

Alaska Airlines

Alaska Airlines

Friday

Alaska Airlines

Alaska Airlines

Saturday

Alaska Airlines,Delta,United Airlines

Alaska Airlines,Delta, +1 more

Sunday

Alaska Airlines,United Airlines

Alaska Airlines,United Airlines

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Reviews of the top airlines flying from Los Angeles to San José

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Los Angeles to San José. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from Los Angeles to San José? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
8.0
Alaska AirlinesOverall score based on 12047 reviews
8.5Crew
8.1Boarding
7.8Comfort
7.1Food
7.0Entertainment
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Our flight when we finally got rerouted to a different destination than we were going was fine. But 2 days was taken out of our vacation because our flit was cancelled. We understand mechanical problems and of course don’t want to be on a plane that has mechanical problems.Wish there had been another solution.

10.0 ExcellentAnonymous, Feb 2026
LAX - LIH
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Our flight when we finally got rerouted to a different destination than we were going was fine. But 2 days was taken out of our vacation because our flit was cancelled. We understand mechanical problems and of course don’t want to be on a plane that has mechanical problems.Wish there had been another solution.

Easy fast check in, friendly and cordial crew. Comfortable seats

The bathroom trash container under the sink fell out and was like that long before my flight. The plane smelled of canned fish and floor was Deteriorating

My TSA pre check was left Off my boarding pass which was a large inconvenience.

Alaska is a great airline. Unfortunately, our flight was canceled in a really late hour and it caused a lot of hardship in my travel process.

More comfortable than the flight to Los Angeles. But food was mediocre again. Attendants kind and courteous.

I behave had better flights this one was old and poor

I haven’t flown in over 20 years and had my grandkids, so I had lots of questions. They were very polite and helpful . Thank you.

Was notified the departure would be late. Later on it was suddenly on time. Traffic by LAX was horrendous, and I missed the flight.

The flights were all late and they would not refund my money

Flight got delayed; had to go through security three times.

Copa staff at PTY and one particular crew member were unhelpful & rude.

Horrible. No TV or any type of entertainment on board. Passwnger listening to/watching stuff on their own phone with no headphones making it noise and uncomfortable for everyone else, little/tiny food portions, old seats, useless wifi (cant access anything). Horrible exlerience especially it was a lomg distance flight with kids.

There should be a warning regarding the quality of the aircraft on the website as we reserve the tickets. There was no TV or any type of screen onboard. The wifi they offer is good for nothing. Traveling 9 hours straight with kids and no type of entetainment was horrible. I wish I had been informed prior so I could buy a ticket with another airline. The food was a joke too. A very tiny portion per passenger. They also charged $100 per checked bag. With United I used to pay $60. So, fair to say that I wont be flying Copa anymore. Their aircraft was super old, outdated, no entertainment, with nearly no onboard food.

Very strict carry on rules meant most of the plane had to gate check their luggage. As is often the case had things that were broken because of this, but I appreciated not being charged to gate check. Otherwise good flight and great crew once on the plane

I liked the meatloaf the chicken was awful but the plane was on time and got there and the staff was nice.

They were super friendly bumped me up to exit row free of charge, All flight legs were on time

Boarding was quick & efficient; they gave boarding groups due priority; staff & air crew were very cordial and helpful, pleasant flight.

horrible service, food was an embarrassment, no charging for cellphones, stay away

Very happy with my flight. I would definitely recommend it.

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