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$116+ Cheap flights from California to San José (SJO)

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LAX — SJO
Mar 10 — Mar 171
Mon 3/10
Mon 3/17
1 adult, Economy
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Round-trip from

$225
(Booking.com)

One-way from

$116
(FlightHub)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$440

Good round-trip deal

$389 or less

Good one-way deal

$189 or less
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This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/4. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/3111:07 pmLAX - SJO
1 stop7h 21mMultiple Airlines
Sat 4/53:31 pmSJO - LAX
1 stop16h 48mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/4$225
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/4. 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.
Tue 4/15:35 amLAX - SJO
2 stops17h 15mSpirit Airlines
Mon 5/512:55 amSJO - LAX
2 stops20h 40mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/4$233
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/5. 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.
Tue 5/612:35 pmLAX - SJO
1 stop22h 47mVolaris El Salvador
Sun 5/1111:15 amSJO - LAX
1 stop11h 59mVolaris El Salvador
Deal found 3/5$252
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/5. 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.
Thu 5/1510:10 pmOAK - SJO
1 stop14h 42mMultiple Airlines
Mon 5/2611:15 amSJO - OAK
1 stop10h 44mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/5$272
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/3. 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.
Tue 4/17:58 pmBUR - SJO
2 stops13h 52mSpirit Airlines
Mon 4/711:55 amSJO - BUR
2 stops20h 30mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/3$287
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/3. 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.
Tue 4/13:33 pmSNA - SJO
2 stops18h 17mSpirit Airlines
Mon 4/711:55 amSJO - SNA
2 stops23h 02mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/3$289
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/4. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/3011:07 pmLAS - SJO
1 stop10h 17mMultiple Airlines
Sat 5/103:31 pmSJO - LAS
1 stop20h 29mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/4$297
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/3. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/3011:07 amSJC - SJO
2 stops11h 43mSpirit Airlines
Wed 5/712:23 pmSJO - SJC
2 stops11h 54mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/3$298
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/5. 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.
Wed 3/2612:11 pmOAK - SJO
2 stops21h 14mSpirit Airlines
Fri 4/411:55 amSJO - OAK
2 stops19h 41mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/5$298
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/4. 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.
Wed 5/73:10 pmSAN - SJO
2 stops20h 30mSpirit Airlines
Mon 5/1212:23 pmSJO - SAN
2 stops20h 05mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/4$301
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/4. 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.
Wed 3/512:55 amLAS - SJO
1 stop10h 16mCopa Airlines
Wed 3/128:45 amSJO - LAS
1 stop15h 25mCopa Airlines
Deal found 3/4$302
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/4. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/311:09 amONT - SJO
1 stop21h 05mMultiple Airlines
Tue 4/83:31 pmSJO - ONT
1 stop8h 42mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/4$308

Find flights from California to San José within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from California 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated March 5, 2025.

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California

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San José

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Price

Los AngelesSan José

LAX - SJO

LAXSJO

Los Angeles

Mon 3/31

11:07 pm-7:28 am

1 stop7h 21m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 4/5

3:31 pm-7:19 am

1 stop16h 48m

$225

Los AngelesSan José

LAX - SJO

LAXSJO

Los Angeles

Tue 4/1

5:35 am-11:50 pm

2 stops17h 15m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 5/5

12:55 am-8:35 pm

2 stops20h 40m

$233

Los AngelesSan José

LAX - SJO

LAXSJO

Los Angeles

Tue 5/6

12:35 pm-12:22 pm

1 stop22h 47m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 5/11

11:15 am-10:14 pm

1 stop11h 59m

$252

OaklandSan José

OAK - SJO

OAKSJO

Oakland

Thu 5/15

10:10 pm-1:52 pm

1 stop14h 42m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 5/26

11:15 am-8:59 pm

1 stop10h 44m

$272

BurbankSan José

BUR - SJO

BURSJO

Burbank Bob Hope

Tue 4/1

7:58 pm-10:50 am

2 stops13h 52m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 4/7

11:55 am-7:25 am

2 stops20h 30m

$287

Santa AnaSan José

SNA - SJO

SNASJO

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Tue 4/1

3:33 pm-10:50 am

2 stops18h 17m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 4/7

11:55 am-9:57 am

2 stops23h 02m

$289

Las VegasSan José

LAS - SJO

LASSJO

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Wed 4/30

11:07 pm-10:24 am

1 stop10h 17m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 5/10

3:31 pm-11:00 am

1 stop20h 29m

$297

San JoseSan José

SJC - SJO

SJCSJO

San Jose

Wed 4/30

11:07 am-11:50 pm

2 stops11h 43m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 5/7

12:23 pm-11:17 pm

2 stops11h 54m

$298

OaklandSan José

OAK - SJO

OAKSJO

Oakland

Wed 3/26

12:11 pm-10:25 am

2 stops21h 14m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 4/4

11:55 am-6:36 am

2 stops19h 41m

$298

San DiegoSan José

SAN - SJO

SANSJO

San Diego

Wed 5/7

3:10 pm-12:40 pm

2 stops20h 30m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 5/12

12:23 pm-7:28 am

2 stops20h 05m

$301

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Travel insights for flights from California to San José

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

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to San José, San José Province (average of $398). Flying from California to San José, San José Province in March is currently the most expensive (average of $555). 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 CA to SJO?

Find hourly flight availability from California 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 March 5, 2025.

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

Rainfall in San José by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in San José, San José Province ranges from 0.0 - 11.8 inches per month. September is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 11.8 in. February is typically the driest time to visit San José, San José Province when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in San José by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to San José, San José Province, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, April is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 69.8 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 64.4 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing San José

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San José. 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 San José. Reviews last updated March 5, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Southwest, Delta and Alaska Airlines from California to San José. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,321 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.

Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,321 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,321 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,044 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,321 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,711 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,321 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.

Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,454 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,321 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.

Related info for your journey

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

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

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

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

    Within the past month, 44 users have taken a look at flights from California to San José Juan Santamaria Intl.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Spirit Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $116. Users have also found prices from $149 and $150 on Volaris El Salvador and Avianca, respectively.

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

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

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

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from California to San José, San José Province are United Airlines (91%), American Airlines (87%) and Delta (80%).

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

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $141. While the most popular route (Los Angeles - San José Juan Santamaria Intl) can be booked for $188 on average our data indicates $1,140 when flying from California to San José, San José Province.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to San José, San José Province (average of $398). Flying from California to San José, San José Province in March is currently the most expensive (average of $555). 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 California to San José

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from California to San José. 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 March 5, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Volaris El SalvadorCheapest$112Average$221FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$173Average$433FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
Volaris Costa RicaCheapest$174Average$376FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
VolarisCheapest$182Average$417FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
DeltaCheapest$228Average$649FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
AviancaCheapest$246Average$547FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$251Average$731FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$301Average$666FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
JetBlueCheapest$310Average$473FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Copa AirlinesCheapest$344Average$502FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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