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Cheapest return fare
$824
Typical prices: $496-$725
Southwest
Tue 22/9Sun 27/9
LAX - SJO • 1 stop
Cheapest direct flights
$826
Typical prices: $496-$1,165
Alaska Airlines
Fri 13/11Fri 20/11
LAX - SJO • Direct
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Cheapest • from $824 (return)
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Most punctual • 89% on-time
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Cheapest • Avg $576 (return)
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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, 22 Sep - Sun, 27 Sep
Southwest Logo
08:40 - 18:45
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SJO
9h 05m
1 stop
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12:35 - 23:20
SJO
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LAX
11h 45m
1 stop
$824Southwest
Fri, 13 Nov - Fri, 20 Nov
Alaska Airlines Logo
15:17 - 23:08
LAX
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SJO
5h 51mdirect
Alaska Airlines Logo
01:50 - 06:24
SJO
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LAX
6h 34mdirect
$826Alaska Airlines
Wed, 11 Nov - Sun, 15 Nov
Southwest Logo
22:15 - 13:15
LAX
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SJO
13h 00m
1 stop
Southwest Logo
13:20 - 06:45
SJO
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LAX
19h 25m
2 stops
$826Southwest
Wed, 25 Nov - Thu, 3 Dec
Southwest Logo
19:55 - 13:15
LAX
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SJO
15h 20m
2 stops
Southwest Logo
13:20 - 07:55
SJO
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LAX
20h 35m
2 stops
$826Southwest
Thu, 8 Oct - Thu, 22 Oct
Southwest Logo
07:25 - 19:40
LAX
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SJO
11h 15m
2 stops
Southwest Logo
09:00 - 23:55
SJO
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LAX
15h 55m
2 stops
$826Southwest
Wed, 18 Nov - Mon, 23 Nov
Alaska Airlines Logo
15:17 - 23:08
LAX
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SJO
5h 51mdirect
Alaska Airlines Logo
01:50 - 06:24
SJO
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LAX
6h 34mdirect
$830Alaska Airlines
Wed, 6 Jan - Tue, 12 Jan
Alaska Airlines Logo
15:50 - 23:57
LAX
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SJO
6h 07mdirect
Alaska Airlines Logo
01:45 - 06:00
SJO
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LAX
6h 15mdirect
$851Alaska Airlines
Mon, 2 Nov - Tue, 3 Nov
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00:30 - 13:51
LAX
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SJO
11h 21m
1 stop
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18:05 - 11:50
SJO
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LAX
19h 45m
1 stop
$976Copa Airlines
Tue, 24 Nov - Mon, 30 Nov
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11:05 - 07:02
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SJO
17h 57m
1 stop
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12:04 - 11:52
SJO
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LAX
25h 48m
1 stop
$978Copa Airlines
Thu, 19 Nov - Mon, 30 Nov
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11:05 - 07:02
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SJO
17h 57m
1 stop
Copa Airlines Logo
18:03 - 11:52
SJO
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LAX
19h 49m
1 stop
$978Copa 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 September.

Flight prices are typical for this route right now.

Flights to San José from Los Angeles usually cost between $553 and $920 in September.
The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $824 on Southwest (22 Sept–27 Sept).

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 $552 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and July, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $986 and $886 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 2 stops stopover the cheapest option at $845 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 1 week before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 19 weeks before departure.

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Low season

September

Cheapest flight

$265
Best time to beat the crowds (21% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (35% more expensive on average)
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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.
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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 5 days, the lowest price for a flight from Los Angeles to San José was $265 for a one-way ticket and $824 for a return.

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

    Alaska Airlines, Delta, JetBlue, and American Airlines offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the Los Angeles to San José flight route.

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

    The Boeing 737 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 $678 and an overall rating of 7.9, Alaska Airlines is the most popular choice. Copa Airlines is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $688 and an overall rating of 7.6.

  • 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

  • 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.
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Direct departures

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Monday

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Tuesday

Alaska Airlines

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Wednesday

Alaska Airlines

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Thursday

Alaska Airlines

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Friday

Alaska Airlines,United Airlines

Alaska Airlines,United Airlines

Saturday

Alaska Airlines,United Airlines

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Sunday

Alaska Airlines

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Direct returns

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Alaska Airlines

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Alaska Airlines

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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.
7.9
Alaska AirlinesOverall score based on 12727 reviews
7.0Food
7.8Comfort
7.0Entertainment
8.5Crew
8.1Boarding
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It was awful. I will never appreciate this type of connection where i have to wait 12 hours which turned into 18 hours due to Alaska's delays after flying over 15hours already. The 15 hours already made my body suffer as soon as I deplaned. I struggled to breath and was about to faint,but being alone, I tried to hold on my carry on luggage I wasn't able to take it anymore, so I informed the airport people who then assisted me. My husband had to book me a $200 hotel room so I can rest. I stayed for only 4 hours in that expensive hotel in order to catch my 8 in the morning flight to Spokane only for it to be delayed until 2:17. We finally left LAX before 3pm. Alaska was also inconsistent with their gate assignments. Our first gate was 64A, after the delay they sent us an email that the next gate was 68,but the arrival and departure board showed gate 60. When I asked the desk 60 agents, they said it will be gate 61. All these experience contributed to my exhaustion and stress which affected my heart and well being.

2.0 MediocreAnonymous, July 2026
LAX - GEG
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It was awful. I will never appreciate this type of connection where i have to wait 12 hours which turned into 18 hours due to Alaska's delays after flying over 15hours already. The 15 hours already made my body suffer as soon as I deplaned. I struggled to breath and was about to faint,but being alone, I tried to hold on my carry on luggage I wasn't able to take it anymore, so I informed the airport people who then assisted me. My husband had to book me a $200 hotel room so I can rest. I stayed for only 4 hours in that expensive hotel in order to catch my 8 in the morning flight to Spokane only for it to be delayed until 2:17. We finally left LAX before 3pm. Alaska was also inconsistent with their gate assignments. Our first gate was 64A, after the delay they sent us an email that the next gate was 68,but the arrival and departure board showed gate 60. When I asked the desk 60 agents, they said it will be gate 61. All these experience contributed to my exhaustion and stress which affected my heart and well being.

The best airline!!! Their customer service is beyond wonderful, especially over the phone.

Crew attitude was poor. Crew announced 3 meal options and by the time they got to our row, they just handed us pork without asking because there was nothing left. Food quality was also quite poor. Drink service was simply “any drinks?” And did not list any options. My leg was slightly in the aisle while I was asleep and crew hit it hard with the cart. One crew member was audibly complaining when we landed because we did not have a jetway. Avoid American Airlines in USA to Japan routes. Fly ANA or JAL, and you won’t face the humiliation you would on American Airlines.

I paid for the $8 WiFi for the flight and it never worked. The crew told me it goes in and out and to keep trying. I didn’t get to watch the show I had planned to watch, bummer that I paid for the service. The person next to me said she has never been successful with in flight WiFi.

The check in Process was a bit slow. The flight was smooth and comfortable,

It was very frustrating that the people that got in th plane before I did had all taken the storage area above my seat so I had to go all the way town to store my luggage. My seat was 7c and I had to go all the way to 16 to find a place for my carry on. How is that even allowed! The worst part was trying to get my luggage when we landed.. such a headache and so unnecessary. If I’m in row 7c I should be able to store my carry on above where I’m sitting. It’s ridiculous that o need to go all the way down and struggle at the end of the flight to get my carry on.

Liberia airport was a disaster -- as we were pretty close, they shut the runway and we were diverted. San Jose wouldn't accept us so we had to go all the way to San Salvador and refuel and wait. Crew itself communicated as best they could.

Just another flight. No food, no entertainment. Left/arrived on time.

The FA's were fabulous, attentive, cheery, take pride in their vocation. The check in process was fast, orderly, etc save weight adjusted seat changes which respected aisle, window preference. The plane seemed new, clean. No free included food, fee based food options were average, free beverage. Could not get the entertainment App to work on my device. It seems other passengers were having the same issue. All in all a pleasant, efficient, restful flight made memorable by a keen, efficient, professional and very nice group of flight attendants.

I’m surprised that there was no screens for an almost 6 hour flight! Alaska needs to step up in this department.

It would have been better if they don't separate families in seating. We were seated in the aile row in the middle of a family of four. It would have been better if they they seat the family of four together than separated.

It was good, plane is a bit older so seats are somewhat flat

Check in person said there would be lunch. We were first class passengers and lunch was chips.

Very good flight and crew Food was a surprise on a short flight

Biggest issue was that they only had two restrooms in the back of the aircraft. Too many people for only two restrooms. The trash was overflowing and there was paper on the floor too. Long lines in the isle to use it. Food was also a bit meh. They don’t offer snacks with drinks, so you might want to buy a snack to hold you off on a longer trip, since the meals are very small.

Everything was smooth and crew was very polite and friendly.

I like that they served a mail, I’m not sure about the in-flight entertainment. I didn’t really check. staff helped me with my luggage. Smooth boarding smooth takeoff smooth flight

The seats had plenty of leg room and the staff were very nice.

Copa performed as expected for the amount of money I was willing to spend for the flight; it wasn’t exceptional but it was not bad in any way either. The crew was good; friendly and straightforward. The food was airplane food, so no expectations there and the entertainment was lacking but that was my fault for owning an IPhone with a charging port that’s not compatible with the rest of the world. I’d fly Copa again.

Left my bags in origin city on a business class ticket , spent about 2-3 days in the same clothes plus the flight .

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