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Cheap flights from Los Angeles to San José from £113

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 31/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — SJO
4 Jan — 11 Jan1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Los Angeles to San José
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Los Angeles to San José. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 5 December 2025.

Tue 9/1211:05LAX - SJO
1 stop18h 05mCopa Airlines
Thu 11/1208:10SJO - LAX
1 stop16h 34mCopa Airlines
Deal found 5/12£267
Sun 7/1218:45LAX - SJO
1 stop16h 30mUnited Airlines
Sat 13/1206:40SJO - LAX
Nonstop6h 28mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/12£268
Fri 5/1222:44LAX - SJO
Nonstop5h 41mUnited Airlines
Mon 8/1214:20SJO - LAX
1 stop11h 00mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/12£272
Tue 9/1211:05LAX - SJO
1 stop19h 14mCopa Airlines
Fri 12/1205:49SJO - LAX
1 stop18h 45mCopa Airlines
Deal found 4/12£274
Fri 5/1207:40LAX - SJO
1 stop10h 59mUnited Airlines
Fri 12/1214:20SJO - LAX
1 stop11h 00mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/12£276
Sun 7/1200:52LAX - SJO
1 stop19h 04mCopa Airlines
Sat 13/1204:08SJO - LAX
1 stop9h 54mCopa Airlines
Deal found 4/12£280
Sat 6/1211:05LAX - SJO
1 stop19h 14mCopa Airlines
Tue 9/1204:08SJO - LAX
1 stop20h 36mCopa Airlines
Deal found 4/12£282
Wed 31/1223:20LAX - SJO
Nonstop5h 45mDelta
Sat 31/108:25SJO - LAX
Nonstop6h 28mDelta
Deal found 3/12£285
Sat 6/1221:04LAX - SJO
1 stop9h 15mCopa Airlines
Sat 13/1204:08SJO - LAX
1 stop9h 54mCopa Airlines
Deal found 4/12£289
Fri 5/1221:04LAX - SJO
1 stop19h 33mCopa Airlines
Sun 7/1218:07SJO - LAX
1 stop19h 55mCopa Airlines
Deal found 4/12£295
Fri 5/1211:02LAX - SJO
1 stop8h 58mUnited Airlines
Sun 7/1207:30SJO - LAX
1 stop13h 47mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/12£303
Mon 8/1216:02LAX - SJO
Nonstop5h 46mAlaska Airlines
Sat 13/1201:30SJO - LAX
Nonstop6h 30mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 5/12£307

Find flight deals from Los Angeles to San José

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Los Angeles (LAX) to San José (SJO). 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 5 December 2025.

Round-trip from

£235

One-way from

£113

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

October

Average price

£563
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  • 4 total stops
  • 41h 47m total
  • Los Angeles to San José
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  • 31/12
  • Nonstop
  • 5h 45m total
  • Los Angeles to San José
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Los Angeles to San José 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 5 December 2025.
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Los AngelesSan José

LAX - SJO

LAXSJO

Los Angeles

Sun 22/2

16:23-00:07

Nonstop5h 44m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 8/3

01:28-07:09

Nonstop6h 41m

£280

Los AngelesSan José

LAX - SJO

LAXSJO

Los Angeles

Wed 31/12

23:20-07:05

Nonstop5h 45m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 31/1

08:25-12:53

Nonstop6h 28m

£285

Los AngelesSan José

LAX - SJO

LAXSJO

Los Angeles

Thu 23/4

17:00-23:42

Nonstop5h 42m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 26/4

00:20-06:00

Nonstop6h 40m

£307

Los AngelesSan José

LAX - SJO

LAXSJO

Los Angeles

Mon 23/2

16:23-00:07

Nonstop5h 44m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 24/2

01:27-06:08

Nonstop6h 41m

£307

Los AngelesSan José

LAX - SJO

LAXSJO

Los Angeles

Sat 10/1

22:44-06:25

Nonstop5h 41m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 18/1

06:40-11:08

Nonstop6h 28m

£308

Los AngelesSan José

LAX - SJO

LAXSJO

Los Angeles

Sat 24/1

22:44-06:25

Nonstop5h 41m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 15/2

06:40-11:08

Nonstop6h 28m

£317

Los AngelesSan José

LAX - SJO

LAXSJO

Los Angeles

Mon 9/2

16:16-23:59

Nonstop5h 43m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 14/2

01:27-06:08

Nonstop6h 41m

£322

Los AngelesSan José

LAX - SJO

LAXSJO

Los Angeles

Thu 5/3

16:23-00:07

Nonstop5h 44m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 19/3

00:20-06:00

Nonstop6h 40m

£323

Los AngelesSan José

LAX - SJO

LAXSJO

Los Angeles

Mon 16/2

23:55-11:25

1 stop9h 30m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 23/2

05:00-19:59

2 stops16h 59m

£331

Los AngelesSan José

LAX - SJO

LAXSJO

Los Angeles

Mon 19/1

16:16-23:59

Nonstop5h 43m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 16/2

01:27-06:08

Nonstop6h 41m

£345

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

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Los Angeles to San José

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Los Angeles to San José. Price data was last updated on 28 November 2025.

The best time to book flights from Los Angeles to San José is 79 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Los Angeles to San José (average of £114). Flying from Los Angeles to San José in December is currently the most expensive (average of £223). 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 LAX to SJO?

Find hourly flight availability from Los Angeles to San José. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 5 December 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Los Angeles to San José in the afternoon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 66% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the evening.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Los Angeles to San José. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

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

    This flight path from Los Angeles to San José Juan Santamaria Intl was viewed by 6 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

  • How long is the flight from Los Angeles to San José?

    There are many flights that can get you from Los Angeles to San José in 5h 44m. Fly via Alaska Airlines, Delta, or United Airlines to get the fastest option. Airlines will cover a distance of 2721 mi. Generally, flights for this route are direct.

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

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Los Angeles to San José are United Airlines (90%), American Airlines (89%) and Alaska Airlines (89%).

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Los Angeles to San José 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 Los Angeles to San José?

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Los Angeles to San José (average of £114). Flying from Los Angeles to San José in December is currently the most expensive (average of £223). 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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