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$132+ Cheap flights from San José (SJO) to California

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SJO — LAX
abr. 9 — abr. 161
mié. 4/9
mié. 4/16
1 adult, Economy
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Round-trip from

$217
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$132
(United Airlines)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$419

Good round-trip deal

$385 or less

Good one-way deal

$224 or less
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Explore the most affordable flight options available from San José to California. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on abril 4, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/3. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 4/41:30 pmSJO - ONT
1 stop9h 28mUnited Airlines
vie. 4/114:17 pmONT - SJO
2 stops16h 54mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/3$213
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/3. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 9/128:37 amSJO - SNA
1 stop31h 38mUnited Airlines
mié. 9/176:03 pmSNA - SJO
1 stop12h 12mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/3$217
This eDestinos deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/3. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure eDestinos is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 8/122:42 pmSJO - LAX
Nonstop7h 32mMultiple Airlines
jue. 8/2812:24 pmLAX - SJO
1 stop6h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/3$222
This eDestinos deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/3. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure eDestinos is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 10/35:30 amSJO - LAX
1 stop16h 44mVolaris Costa Rica
dom. 10/1910:44 pmLAX - SJO
1 stop23h 33mVolaris Costa Rica
Deal found 4/3$223
This eDestinos deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/3. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure eDestinos is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 4/2312:55 amSJO - LAX
2 stops14h 55mSpirit Airlines
mié. 4/305:30 amLAX - SJO
2 stops17h 20mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/3$226
This eDestinos deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/3. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure eDestinos is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 10/11:08 pmSJO - LAX
1 stop22h 46mVolaris El Salvador
jue. 11/612:03 pmLAX - SJO
1 stop16h 41mVolaris El Salvador
Deal found 4/3$232
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/3. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 4/2511:35 amSJO - LAS
2 stops34h 34mSpirit Airlines
mar. 4/295:52 pmLAS - SJO
2 stops28h 58mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/3$286
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/3. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb. 5/103:31 pmSJO - LAS
1 stop20h 29mMultiple Airlines
sáb. 5/179:24 pmLAS - SJO
1 stop13h 09mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/3$289
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/3. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 4/3012:23 pmSJO - SJC
2 stops22h 49mSpirit Airlines
lun. 5/121:38 pmSJC - SJO
2 stops19h 49mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/3$293
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/3. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Copa Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 4/294:10 amSJO - LAS
1 stop20h 00mCopa Airlines
sáb. 5/31:55 amLAS - SJO
1 stop15h 53mCopa Airlines
Deal found 4/3$295
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/3. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb. 4/56:35 amSJO - LAS
2 stops18h 20mUnited Airlines
sáb. 4/1212:59 amLAS - SJO
1 stop17h 38mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/3$298
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/3. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 10/157:55 amSJO - SMF
2 stops26h 30mUnited Airlines
dom. 11/162:10 pmSMF - SJO
2 stops19h 15mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/3$301

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San José to California that are best for you.

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San JoséOntario

SJO - ONT

SJOONT

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

mar. 9/30

8:37 am-9:59 am

1 stop26h 22m

Ontario

vie. 10/31

3:15 pm-10:25 am

2 stops18h 10m

$217

San JoséSanta Ana

SJO - SNA

SJOSNA

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

vie. 9/12

8:37 am-3:15 pm

1 stop31h 38m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

mié. 9/17

6:03 pm-7:15 am

1 stop12h 12m

$217

San JoséLos Angeles

SJO - LAX

SJOLAX

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

mar. 8/12

2:42 pm-9:14 pm

Nonstop7h 32m

Los Angeles

mar. 8/19

12:24 pm-12:22 pm

1 stop22h 58m

$222

San JoséLos Angeles

SJO - LAX

SJOLAX

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

mié. 4/23

12:55 am-2:50 pm

2 stops14h 55m

Los Angeles

mié. 4/30

5:30 am-11:50 pm

2 stops17h 20m

$226

San JoséLos Angeles

SJO - LAX

SJOLAX

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

jue. 9/4

2:37 pm-9:14 pm

1 stop7h 37m

Los Angeles

lun. 9/8

10:44 pm-7:13 am

1 stop7h 29m

$227

San JoséLos Angeles

SJO - LAX

SJOLAX

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

mié. 10/1

1:08 pm-10:54 am

1 stop22h 46m

Los Angeles

jue. 11/6

12:03 pm-6:44 am

1 stop16h 41m

$232

San JoséLas Vegas

SJO - LAS

SJOLAS

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

vie. 4/25

11:35 am-9:09 pm

2 stops34h 34m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

mar. 4/29

5:52 pm-11:50 pm

2 stops28h 58m

$286

San JoséLas Vegas

SJO - LAS

SJOLAS

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

sáb. 5/10

3:31 pm-11:00 am

1 stop20h 29m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

sáb. 5/17

9:24 pm-11:33 am

1 stop13h 09m

$289

San JoséSan Jose

SJO - SJC

SJOSJC

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

mié. 4/30

12:23 pm-10:12 am

2 stops22h 49m

San Jose

lun. 5/12

1:38 pm-10:27 am

2 stops19h 49m

$293

San JoséLas Vegas

SJO - LAS

SJOLAS

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

mar. 4/29

4:10 am-11:10 pm

1 stop20h 00m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

sáb. 5/3

1:55 am-6:48 pm

1 stop15h 53m

$295

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San José, San José Province to California (average of $246). Flying from San José, San José Province to California in June is currently the most expensive (average of $328). 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 CA?

Find hourly flight availability from San José to California. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated abril 4, 2025.

When flying from San José, San José Province to California, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Weekly flight availability from San José, San José Province to California

Explore weekly flight availability from San José to California. 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 abril 4, 2025.

The most flights from SJO to USCA are scheduled on a Monday (5 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (2 on average).

Rainfall in California by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in California ranges from 0.0 - 3.4 inches per month. February is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.4 in. July is typically the driest time to visit California when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in California by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to California, 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 73.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 57.2 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing California

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to California. 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 California. Reviews last updated abril 4, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Delta, Alaska Airlines and Southwest from San José to California. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,897 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,897 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,897 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,836 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,897 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,276 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,897 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,402 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,897 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from San José to California?

    For a flight from San José to California, you will be flying from Juan Santamaria Intl. San José Juan Santamaria Intl (SJO) is just 8.8 mi from the center of the city.

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

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

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is United Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $132. However, be on the lookout for offers from Spirit Airlines and Copa Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from San José, San José Province to California for a low price.

  • What are the most popular routes from San José, San José Province to California?

    The most popular flight routes from San José, San José Province to California are San José Juan Santamaria Intl - Los Angeles, San José Juan Santamaria Intl - Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl and San José Juan Santamaria Intl - San Francisco.

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

    Before booking your flight to California from San José, San José Province, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: American Airlines (95%), Alaska Airlines (95%), Air France( 87%).

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

    Looking for the cheapest flight from San José, San José Province to California? While on average our users pay $713, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $188. The most popular route (San José Juan Santamaria Intl - Los Angeles), is priced around $169.

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

    Yes. In addition to deals on San José to California flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San José to California 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 California?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San José, San José Province to California (average of $246). Flying from San José, San José Province to California in June is currently the most expensive (average of $328). 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 10 airlines flying from San José to California

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from San José to California. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated abril 4, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Volaris El SalvadorCheapest$103Average$221FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
VolarisCheapest$122Average$398FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
Volaris Costa RicaCheapest$133Average$307FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$143Average$271FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$206Average$554FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$208Average$546FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Copa AirlinesCheapest$212Average$476FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
AviancaCheapest$245Average$425FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$300Average$568FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
American AirlinesCheapest$321Average$528FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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