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$143+ Cheap flights from California to San José (SJO)

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LAX — SJO
Dec 28 — Jan 41
Sat 12/28
Sat 1/4
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from California to San José

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from California (USCA) 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 December 23, 2024.

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$274
(Trip.com)

One-way from

$143
(Kiwi.com)
From California to San José Juan Santamaria Intl
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This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/23. 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 12/3111:40 pmLAX - SJO
1 stop9h 45mMultiple Airlines
Wed 1/221:46 pmSJO - LAX
1 stop22h 47mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/23$410
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/23. 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.
Tue 12/316:00 amLAX - SJO
1 stop13h 00mAmerican Airlines
Wed 1/223:20 pmSJO - LAX
1 stop20h 20mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/23$421
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/23. 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.
Tue 12/241:20 pmLAX - SJO
1 stop8h 38mUnited Airlines
Fri 12/276:40 amSJO - LAX
Nonstop6h 27mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/23$446
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/23. 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 12/316:37 pmLAX - SJO
2 stops15h 04mSpirit Airlines
Tue 1/211:57 amSJO - LAX
2 stops15h 26mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 12/23$518
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/23. 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.
Tue 12/3111:00 pmLAX - SJO
Nonstop5h 44mDelta
Mon 1/138:25 amSJO - LAX
Nonstop6h 29mDelta
Deal found 12/23$537
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/23. 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 12/319:25 pmOAK - SJO
2 stops12h 16mSpirit Airlines
Wed 1/81:57 amSJO - OAK
2 stops21h 38mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 12/23$549
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/23. 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.
Tue 12/2411:20 amLAS - SJO
1 stop8h 35mDelta
Tue 12/312:15 pmSJO - LAS
1 stop10h 15mDelta
Deal found 12/23$584
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. 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 12/2312:59 amLAS - SJO
1 stop10h 18mUnited Airlines
Wed 1/16:30 amSJO - LAS
1 stop17h 14mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/22$588
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/23. 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.
Tue 12/316:10 amONT - SJO
1 stop13h 45mUnited Airlines
Wed 1/226:30 amSJO - ONT
1 stop17h 27mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/23$605
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/23. 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.
Sat 12/2812:44 amLAX - SJO
1 stop16h 23mCopa Airlines
Thu 1/25:23 pmSJO - LAX
1 stop31h 22mCopa Airlines
Deal found 12/23$616
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/23. 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.
Tue 12/314:10 pmBUR - SJO
2 stops17h 31mSpirit Airlines
Tue 1/211:57 amSJO - BUR
2 stops18h 30mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 12/23$621
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/23. 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.
Tue 12/314:29 pmSJC - SJO
2 stops17h 12mSpirit Airlines
Wed 1/81:57 amSJO - SJC
2 stops14h 43mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 12/23$629

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 December 23, 2024.

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Los AngelesSan José

LAX - SJO

LAXSJO

Los Angeles

Tue 5/13

1:42 pm-8:52 am

1 stop18h 10m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 5/19

9:51 am-10:56 pm

1 stop14h 05m

$262

Los AngelesSan José

LAX - SJO

LAXSJO

Los Angeles

Wed 5/7

11:06 pm-11:08 pm

1 stop23h 02m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 5/16

9:51 am-10:56 pm

1 stop14h 05m

$269

Los AngelesSan José

LAX - SJO

LAXSJO

Los Angeles

Tue 5/6

11:00 pm-12:40 pm

2 stops12h 40m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 5/12

1:04 am-12:24 pm

2 stops36h 20m

$300

Los AngelesSan José

LAX - SJO

LAXSJO

Los Angeles

Sat 2/1

10:55 pm-11:25 am

1 stop10h 30m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 2/15

8:30 pm-10:40 am

2 stops16h 10m

$322

OaklandSan José

OAK - SJO

OAKSJO

Oakland

Sat 2/15

9:07 pm-1:57 pm

1 stop14h 50m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 2/19

4:00 am-9:22 pm

1 stop19h 22m

$336

San JoseSan José

SJC - SJO

SJCSJO

San Jose

Fri 1/31

5:27 pm-2:22 pm

1 stop18h 55m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 2/8

3:32 pm-9:02 am

1 stop19h 30m

$337

San JoseSan José

SJC - SJO

SJCSJO

San Jose

Wed 2/5

11:36 am-11:18 am

2 stops21h 42m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 2/12

1:25 pm-7:50 am

2 stops20h 25m

$348

Las VegasSan José

LAS - SJO

LASSJO

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Wed 1/15

6:24 am-12:59 am

2 stops16h 35m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 2/26

1:25 pm-7:27 am

2 stops20h 02m

$353

OaklandSan José

OAK - SJO

OAKSJO

Oakland

Tue 1/21

11:37 am-11:18 am

2 stops21h 41m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 1/27

1:57 am-7:25 pm

2 stops19h 28m

$358

BurbankSan José

BUR - SJO

BURSJO

Burbank Bob Hope

Tue 2/4

7:22 pm-11:18 am

2 stops13h 56m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 2/9

12:25 pm-7:38 am

2 stops21h 13m

$359

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Best time to book a flight from California to San José

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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 December 23, 2024.

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.

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

Explore weekly flight availability from California to San José. 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 December 23, 2024.

The most flights from USCA to SJO are scheduled on a Monday (7 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (4 on average).

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 December 23, 2024.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown American Airlines, Alaska Airlines and Southwest 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
4,780 reviews

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.

Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,780 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,780 reviews

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,588 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,780 reviews

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,555 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,780 reviews

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.

Copa Airlines
7.7
Good
1,710 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,780 reviews

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.

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, 38 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 $143. Users have also found prices from $165 and $171 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 Air France (90%), KLM (88%) and Delta (88%).

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

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $173. While the most popular route (Los Angeles - San José Juan Santamaria Intl) can be booked for $224 on average our data indicates $1,121 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 December 23, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Volaris El SalvadorCheapest$106Average$218FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Volaris Costa RicaCheapest$161Average$356FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$173Average$445FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
VolarisCheapest$194Average$418FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
AviancaCheapest$220Average$459FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$230Average$700FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$240Average$662FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
United AirlinesCheapest$260Average$712FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Copa AirlinesCheapest$282Average$638FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
JetBlueCheapest$310Average$486FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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