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$47+ Cheap flights from San Jose to Los Angeles (SJC - LAX)

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SJC — LAX
Apr 22 — Apr 291
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Most accurate provider

Mytrip
3 stars

Most trusted provider

Mytrip
3 stars

Round-trip from

$70
(Expedia)

One-way from

$47
(FlightHub)

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$201

Good round-trip deal

$192 or less

Good one-way deal

$95 or less
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From San Jose to Los Angeles
One-way flight from San Jose to Los Angeles
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 30% potential increase in price ($55 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 5% potential price decrease ($7 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in April 2025
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This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/52:04 pmSJC - LAX
1 stop8h 02mSpirit Airlines
Tue 5/61:04 pmLAX - SJC
1 stop5h 53mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/17$70
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/611:08 amSJC - LAX
Nonstop1h 26mMultiple Airlines
Thu 5/86:00 amLAX - SJC
1 stop4h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/17$113
This Hawaiian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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 Hawaiian Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/76:15 amSJC - LAX
Nonstop1h 29mHawaiian Airlines
Wed 5/72:35 pmLAX - SJC
Nonstop1h 14mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 4/17$151
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 6/411:13 amSJC - LAX
Nonstop1h 25mDelta
Thu 8/73:40 pmLAX - SJC
Nonstop1h 12mDelta
Deal found 4/16$157
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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.
Fri 5/97:41 pmSJC - LAX
1 stop22h 07mFrontier
Sun 5/118:05 pmLAX - SJC
1 stop22h 36mFrontier
Deal found 4/17$161
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/2910:29 amSJC - LAX
Nonstop1h 26mAlaska Airlines
Tue 6/38:25 amLAX - SJC
Nonstop1h 24mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 4/17$172
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/246:30 amSJC - LAX
Nonstop1h 25mSouthwest
Thu 4/2412:30 pmLAX - SJC
Nonstop1h 15mSouthwest
Deal found 4/17$191
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/2412:48 pmSJC - LAX
1 stop5h 41mAmerican Airlines
Sun 5/255:11 pmLAX - SJC
1 stop5h 35mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/17$218

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Jose to Los Angeles that are best for you.

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San JoseLos Angeles

SJC - LAX

SJCLAX

San Jose

Mon 5/5

2:04 pm-10:06 pm

1 stop8h 02m

Los Angeles

Tue 5/6

1:04 pm-6:57 pm

1 stop5h 53m

$70

San JoseLos Angeles

SJC - LAX

SJCLAX

San Jose

Tue 5/6

11:08 am-12:34 pm

Nonstop1h 26m

Los Angeles

Thu 5/8

6:00 am-10:05 am

1 stop4h 05m

$113

San JoseLos Angeles

SJC - LAX

SJCLAX

San Jose

Wed 5/7

6:15 am-7:44 am

Nonstop1h 29m

Los Angeles

Wed 5/7

2:35 pm-3:49 pm

Nonstop1h 14m

$151

San JoseLos Angeles

SJC - LAX

SJCLAX

San Jose

Wed 6/4

6:25 pm-7:56 pm

Nonstop1h 31m

Los Angeles

Fri 6/20

3:45 pm-5:00 pm

Nonstop1h 15m

$157

San JoseLos Angeles

SJC - LAX

SJCLAX

San Jose

Fri 5/9

7:41 pm-5:48 pm

1 stop22h 07m

Los Angeles

Sun 5/11

8:05 pm-6:41 pm

1 stop22h 36m

$161

San JoseLos Angeles

SJC - LAX

SJCLAX

San Jose

Thu 5/29

10:29 am-11:55 am

Nonstop1h 26m

Los Angeles

Tue 6/3

8:25 am-9:49 am

Nonstop1h 24m

$172

San JoseLos Angeles

SJC - LAX

SJCLAX

San Jose

Fri 5/23

6:30 am-7:55 am

Nonstop1h 25m

Los Angeles

Mon 5/26

8:00 am-9:20 am

Nonstop1h 20m

$192

San JoseLos Angeles

SJC - LAX

SJCLAX

San Jose

Sat 5/24

12:48 pm-6:29 pm

1 stop5h 41m

Los Angeles

Sun 5/25

5:11 pm-10:46 pm

1 stop5h 35m

$218

San JoseLos Angeles

SJC - LAX

SJCLAX

San Jose

Sat 9/13

10:19 am-8:08 pm

1 stop9h 49m

$47

San JoseLos Angeles

SJC - LAX

SJCLAX

San Jose

Tue 5/13

9:00 am-10:31 am

Nonstop1h 31m

$69

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from San Jose to Los Angeles in April.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
Kiwi.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapOairPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
MytripPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Justfly.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
CheapTicketsDealPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on San Jose-Los Angeles flights, users find the pricing of Mytrip to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. Mytrip Users can find the same prices on San Jose-Los Angeles flight deals on Cheapflights vs. Mytrip >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from San Jose-Los Angeles flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on San Jose-Los Angeles flights, Cheapflights users trust Mytrip the most. Mytrip has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for San Jose-Los Angeles flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

The best insider tips for San Jose to Los Angeles flights

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Spirit Airlines

Spirit's Big Front Seats offer 11 inches more legroom, perfect for added comfort on short flights.


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Frontier

Frontier's UpFront Plus guarantees an empty middle seat, enhancing comfort on short flights.


Frontier's early check-in helps secure your seat due to frequent overbooking.

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Alaska Airlines

Alaska's Premium Class offers extra legroom and free cocktails, enhancing comfort on short flights.


Alaska's Wi-Fi is a flat fee, ideal for business travelers needing connectivity during flights.

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

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Los Angeles from San Jose with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from San Jose to Los Angeles

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Jose to Los Angeles. Price data was last updated on April 11, 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from San Jose to Los Angeles may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 82 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Jose to Los Angeles (average of $246). Flying from San Jose to Los Angeles 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 SJC to LAX?

Find hourly flight availability from San Jose to Los Angeles. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated April 17, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from San Jose to Los Angeles in the afternoon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 36% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the morning.

What is the cheapest day to fly from San Jose to Los Angeles?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from San Jose to Los Angeles. Price data was last updated on March 30, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San Jose to Los Angeles flight should consider departing on Thursday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Tuesday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from San Jose to Los Angeles

Explore weekly flight availability from San Jose to Los Angeles. 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 April 17, 2025.

The most flights from SJC to LAX are scheduled on a Thursday (78 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (33 on average).

Rainfall in Los Angeles by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Los Angeles 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 Los Angeles when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in Los Angeles by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Los Angeles, 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 Los Angeles

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Los Angeles. 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 Los Angeles. Reviews last updated April 17, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Alaska Airlines, Southwest and Delta from San Jose to Los Angeles by reading reviews from past customers. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Seleste,Dec 2024

FAT - SAN

The attention and efficiency of the staff and the good handling of the pilot

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Seleste,Dec 2024

FAT - SAN

The attention and efficiency of the staff and the good handling of the pilot

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Seleste,Dec 2024

FAT - SAN

The attention and efficiency of the staff and the good handling of the pilot
8.0
Very good

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Seleste,Dec 2024

FAT - SAN

The attention and efficiency of the staff and the good handling of the pilot

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Seleste,Dec 2024

FAT - SAN

The attention and efficiency of the staff and the good handling of the pilot

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Seleste,Dec 2024

FAT - SAN

The attention and efficiency of the staff and the good handling of the pilot

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San Jose to Los Angeles. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What airports do I use to fly from San Jose to Los Angeles?

    To fly from San Jose to Los Angeles, you need to book a flight from San Jose (SJC) to Los Angeles (LAX). Nonstop flights to Los Angeles from San Jose take 1h 19m on average. When it comes time to book airfare, you have a few options: there are 58 outbound flights from San Jose to Los Angeles offered by 9 different airlines.

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

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from San Jose to Los Angeles round-trip?

    Currently priced at $70, Spirit Airlines will fly you from San Jose to Los Angeles and back. In addition to Spirit Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Hawaiian Airlines and Delta - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $151 and $157, respectively. You may be able to fly from San Jose to Los Angeles for 44% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from San Jose to Los Angeles one-way?

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from San Jose to Los Angeles are Spirit Airlines ($47), Hawaiian Airlines ($67), and Delta ($69).

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

    Consider Condor (100%), Air France (100%) or EL AL (99%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from San Jose to Los Angeles.

  • What are the cheapest flights from San Jose to Los Angeles?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $58. While the most popular route (San Jose - Los Angeles) can be booked for $67 on average our data indicates $560 when flying from San Jose to Los Angeles.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Jose to Los Angeles (average of $246). Flying from San Jose to Los Angeles 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 8 airlines flying from San Jose to Los Angeles

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from San Jose to Los Angeles. 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 April 17, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$36Average$75FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$43Average$88FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$84Average$196FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$88Average$212FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
United AirlinesCheapest$98Average$226FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$113Average$222FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
SouthwestCheapest$116Average$213FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$158Average$342FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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