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$136+ Cheap flights from San José (SJO) to California

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SJO — LAX
Nov 26 — Dec 31
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This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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.
Thu 12/122:20 pmSJO - RNO
2 stops35h 39mUnited Airlines
Mon 4/144:08 pmRNO - SJO
2 stops19h 18mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/20$224
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/21. 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.
Thu 11/2112:35 pmSJO - MFR
2 stops36h 25mUnited Airlines
Wed 11/272:09 pmMFR - SJO
2 stops45h 08mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/21$225
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/21. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/263:31 pmSJO - LAX
1 stop17h 01mMultiple Airlines
Fri 11/2910:07 pmLAX - SJO
1 stop12h 03mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/21$257
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Fri 11/2911:15 amSJO - LAX
1 stop25h 18mVolaris El Salvador
Tue 12/312:03 pmLAX - SJO
1 stop22h 18mVolaris El Salvador
Deal found 11/20$262
This eDestinos deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/21. 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.
Mon 12/161:49 amSJO - SAN
2 stops19h 46mSpirit Airlines
Sat 1/186:15 amSAN - SJO
2 stops16h 44mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 11/21$283
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Fri 12/67:50 pmSJO - LAS
1 stop19h 05mAvianca
Sat 12/142:15 pmLAS - SJO
1 stop7h 05mAvianca
Deal found 11/21$284
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Sat 12/143:32 pmSJO - LAX
1 stop17h 00mVolaris
Sat 1/2511:47 pmLAX - SJO
1 stop8h 30mVolaris
Deal found 11/21$317
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Tue 12/171:49 amSJO - LAX
2 stops23h 02mSpirit Airlines
Tue 1/219:08 amLAX - SJO
2 stops13h 51mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 11/21$320
This eDestinos deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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.
Mon 12/1612:23 pmSJO - LAS
1 stop12h 21mSpirit Airlines
Tue 12/3112:20 pmLAS - SJO
1 stop10h 34mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 11/19$329
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/21. 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.
Mon 11/252:20 pmSJO - ONT
2 stops21h 33mUnited Airlines
Fri 11/291:55 pmONT - SJO
2 stops19h 30mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/21$333
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Fri 12/66:10 amSJO - LAX
1 stop8h 20mAvianca
Fri 12/131:55 pmLAX - SJO
1 stop7h 00mAvianca
Deal found 11/21$334
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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.
Thu 12/52:20 pmSJO - LAX
1 stop11h 26mUnited Airlines
Sat 12/712:54 pmLAX - SJO
1 stop22h 02mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/20$346

Find flights from San José to California within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from San José to California 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 2,612,795 searches. Data last updated November 21, 2024.

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San JoséLos Angeles

SJO - LAX

SJOLAX

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 3/5

1:06 pm-10:17 pm

1 stop11h 11m

Los Angeles

Mon 3/10

11:07 pm-7:13 am

1 stop7h 06m

$238

San JoséLos Angeles

SJO - LAX

SJOLAX

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 3/19

1:06 pm-10:56 pm

1 stop10h 50m

Los Angeles

Sun 3/23

12:47 am-10:16 am

1 stop8h 29m

$252

San JoséLos Angeles

SJO - LAX

SJOLAX

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 1/28

1:31 pm-11:49 am

2 stops24h 18m

Los Angeles

Tue 2/4

9:20 am-12:59 am

2 stops13h 39m

$262

San JoséLos Angeles

SJO - LAX

SJOLAX

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 2/8

3:32 pm-11:17 pm

1 stop9h 45m

Los Angeles

Sat 2/15

12:03 pm-10:17 am

1 stop20h 14m

$264

San JoséSan Diego

SJO - SAN

SJOSAN

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 12/16

1:49 am-7:35 pm

2 stops19h 46m

San Diego

Sat 1/18

6:15 am-12:59 am

2 stops16h 44m

$283

San JoséLas Vegas

SJO - LAS

SJOLAS

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 12/6

7:50 pm-12:55 pm

1 stop19h 05m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Sat 12/14

2:15 pm-11:20 pm

1 stop7h 05m

$284

San JoséLas Vegas

SJO - LAS

SJOLAS

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 1/28

1:57 am-10:55 am

1 stop10h 58m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Tue 2/11

12:21 pm-12:59 am

1 stop10h 38m

$293

San JoséLas Vegas

SJO - LAS

SJOLAS

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 2/21

11:15 am-1:28 pm

2 stops28h 13m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Thu 2/27

6:20 am-10:17 am

2 stops25h 57m

$295

San JoséOakland

SJO - OAK

SJOOAK

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 3/5

1:06 pm-8:01 pm

1 stop8h 55m

Oakland

Sun 3/9

10:50 pm-10:16 am

1 stop10h 26m

$320

San JoséReno

SJO - RNO

SJORNO

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 12/12

2:20 pm-11:59 pm

2 stops35h 39m

Reno

Mon 4/14

4:08 pm-12:26 pm

2 stops19h 18m

$324

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Travel insights for flights from San José to California

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

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San José, San José Province to California (average of $240). Flying from San José, San José Province to California in July is currently the most expensive (average of $322). 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 November 21, 2024.

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 November 21, 2024.

The most flights from SJO to USCA 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 (1 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 November 21, 2024.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Volaris, Spirit Airlines and Copa Airlines from San José to California. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
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5,005 reviews

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7.7

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7.2

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8.7

Boarding

8.2

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8.1

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8.1

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1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

8.1
Very good
5,005 reviews
8.1
Very good
5,005 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

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1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

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Very good
8,755 reviews
8.1
Very good
5,005 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

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Very good
9,464 reviews
8.1
Very good
5,005 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

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Good
1,779 reviews
8.1
Very good
5,005 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

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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?

  • 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 $136. However, be on the lookout for offers from Volaris and Avianca, 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?

  • 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: Delta (100%), United Airlines (100%), American Airlines( 92%).

  • 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 $1,008, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $203. The most popular route (San José Juan Santamaria Intl - Los Angeles), is priced around $179.

  • 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, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San José, San José Province to California (average of $240). Flying from San José, San José Province to California in July is currently the most expensive (average of $322). 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

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Volaris El SalvadorCheapest$98Average$217FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
VolarisCheapest$122Average$401FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
Volaris Costa RicaCheapest$134Average$297FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
AviancaCheapest$190Average$380FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$193Average$380FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
United AirlinesCheapest$206Average$565FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$218Average$575FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
DeltaCheapest$219Average$554FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Copa AirlinesCheapest$244Average$470FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
American AirlinesCheapest$321Average$517FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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