San José

$119+ Cheap flights from Irvine, CA to San José (SJO)

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LAX — SJO
Nov 26 — Dec 31
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The best prices from Irvine to San José Juan Santamaria Intl are usually found in April or May, booked 90 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Monday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Irvine to San José

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Irvine (IR9) 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 November 21, 2024.

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Round-trip from

$283
(CheapOair)

One-way from

$120
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High demand for flights, 30% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 20% potential price drop
From Irvine to San José Juan Santamaria Intl
One-way flight from Irvine to San José Juan Santamaria Intl

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Cheapest flights from Irvine to San José
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Irvine to San José. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on November 21, 2024.

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 12/1012:24 amLAX - SJO
1 stop11h 33mMultiple Airlines
Sun 12/1511:15 amSJO - LAX
1 stop13h 02mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/21$284
This CheapOair 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/69:29 amLAX - SJO
2 stops13h 24mSpirit Airlines
Wed 12/111:49 amSJO - LAX
2 stops17h 38mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 11/20$303
This Kissandfly.com 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 Kissandfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/3010:44 pmLAX - SJO
Nonstop5h 41mVolaris El Salvador
Sun 12/811:15 amSJO - LAX
1 stop13h 02mVolaris El Salvador
Deal found 11/20$316
This Priceline 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/2810:55 pmLAX - SJO
1 stop10h 30mAvianca
Thu 12/55:05 amSJO - LAX
1 stop18h 30mAvianca
Deal found 11/20$350
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.
Sat 12/77:15 amLAX - SJO
1 stop14h 43mUnited Airlines
Sat 12/146:40 amSJO - LAX
Nonstop6h 27mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/20$362
This American 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/2712:54 amLAX - SJO
1 stop9h 21mAmerican Airlines
Thu 12/53:35 pmSJO - LAX
1 stop10h 55mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/21$365
This Cheapflightsfares 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/2712:24 amLAX - SJO
1 stop11h 33mVolaris
Sat 12/73:32 pmSJO - LAX
1 stop9h 45mVolaris
Deal found 11/21$367
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/811:15 pmLAX - SJO
Nonstop5h 44mDelta
Wed 12/118:30 amSJO - LAX
Nonstop6h 27mDelta
Deal found 11/20$450
This Copa 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 Copa Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/2111:02 amLAX - SJO
1 stop19h 06mCopa Airlines
Mon 11/256:10 pmSJO - LAX
1 stop19h 19mCopa Airlines
Deal found 11/21$488
This JetBlue 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 JetBlue is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/91:59 pmLAX - SJO
1 stop8h 31mJetBlue
Mon 12/161:35 amSJO - LAX
1 stop11h 14mJetBlue
Deal found 11/21$502

Find flights from Irvine to San José within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Irvine 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 2,629,791 searches. Data last updated November 21, 2024.

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Los AngelesSan José

LAX - SJO

LAXSJO

Los Angeles

Sat 3/1

11:47 pm-10:17 am

1 stop8h 30m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 3/8

2:42 pm-8:37 pm

1 stop7h 55m

$282

Los AngelesSan José

LAX - SJO

LAXSJO

Los Angeles

Thu 2/20

11:47 pm-10:17 am

1 stop8h 30m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 2/23

11:15 am-10:17 pm

1 stop13h 02m

$283

Los AngelesSan José

LAX - SJO

LAXSJO

Los Angeles

Thu 1/23

11:47 pm-10:17 am

1 stop8h 30m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 1/29

2:42 pm-8:37 pm

1 stop7h 55m

$285

Los AngelesSan José

LAX - SJO

LAXSJO

Los Angeles

Sun 1/19

11:20 pm-12:26 pm

2 stops11h 06m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 1/29

1:31 pm-7:39 am

2 stops20h 08m

$289

Los AngelesSan José

LAX - SJO

LAXSJO

Los Angeles

Sun 3/2

12:00 pm-11:20 pm

2 stops9h 20m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 3/8

8:30 pm-10:40 am

2 stops16h 10m

$370

Los AngelesSan José

LAX - SJO

LAXSJO

Los Angeles

Tue 5/6

3:00 pm-10:00 pm

Nonstop6h 00m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 5/12

1:26 am-7:00 am

Nonstop6h 34m

$372

Los AngelesSan José

LAX - SJO

LAXSJO

Los Angeles

Thu 2/13

11:25 am-7:35 am

1 stop18h 10m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 2/20

8:45 am-4:11 pm

1 stop9h 26m

$379

Los AngelesSan José

LAX - SJO

LAXSJO

Los Angeles

Fri 12/6

11:40 am-11:20 pm

1 stop9h 40m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 12/13

3:35 pm-10:16 am

1 stop20h 41m

$414

Los AngelesSan José

LAX - SJO

LAXSJO

Los Angeles

Tue 3/11

12:47 am-12:20 pm

1 stop10h 33m

$119

Los AngelesSan José

LAX - SJO

LAXSJO

Los Angeles

Tue 4/29

11:00 pm-11:59 pm

2 stops23h 59m

$123

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Best time to book a flight from Irvine to San José

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Travel insights for flights from Irvine to San José

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from Irvine to San José, San José Province?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Irvine to San José. Price data was last updated on November 15, 2024.

The price you pay for your flight from Irvine to San José, San José Province may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 90 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 Irvine to San José, San José Province?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Irvine to San José, San José Province (average of $398). Flying from Irvine to San José, San José Province in July is currently the most expensive (average of $532). 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 IR9 to SJO?

Find hourly flight availability from Irvine 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 November 21, 2024.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Irvine to San José, San José Province as you normally would.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Irvine to San José, San José Province?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Irvine to San José. Price data was last updated on June 30, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Irvine to San José, San José Province flight should consider departing on Wednesday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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

Explore weekly flight availability from Irvine 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 November 21, 2024.

The most flights from IR9 to SJO are scheduled on a Wednesday (5 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Thursday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (2 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 November 21, 2024.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Spirit Airlines, Volaris and United Airlines from Irvine to San José to help guide your decision. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
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Very good
9,458 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.2

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 10

Could not watch a movie, asked for help. Could not get extra cookies

8.0
Very good
9,458 reviews
8.0
Very good
9,458 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.2

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 10

Could not watch a movie, asked for help. Could not get extra cookies

8.0
Very good
8,758 reviews
8.0
Very good
9,458 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.2

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 10

Could not watch a movie, asked for help. Could not get extra cookies

7.8
Good
1,785 reviews
8.0
Very good
9,458 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.2

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 10

Could not watch a movie, asked for help. Could not get extra cookies

7.4
Good
9,172 reviews
8.0
Very good
9,458 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.2

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 10

Could not watch a movie, asked for help. Could not get extra cookies

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Irvine 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 Irvine?

    San José Juan Santamaria Intl (SJO), located 8.8 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from Irvine to San José. 13 airlines have flights to Juan Santamaria Intl from Irvine on a regular basis. Booking flights from Irvine to San José Juan Santamaria Intl should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 3 inbound flights from Irvine per day.

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

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Irvine to San José, San José Province are Volaris ($120), Volaris Costa Rica ($122), and Volaris El Salvador ($123).

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

    Consider KLM (100%), Delta (100%) or Alaska Airlines (98%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Irvine to San José, San José Province.

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

    While on average a flight from Irvine to San José, San José Province is generally $1,142, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $164. When looking at the most popular route, (Los Angeles - San José Juan Santamaria Intl), you can expect to pay $208 for that flight.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Irvine to San José, San José Province (average of $398). Flying from Irvine to San José, San José Province in July is currently the most expensive (average of $532). 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 Irvine to San José

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Irvine 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 2,629,791 searches. Data last updated November 21, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Volaris El SalvadorCheapest$106Average$217FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Volaris Costa RicaCheapest$162Average$354FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$173Average$324FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
VolarisCheapest$201Average$422FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
AviancaCheapest$211Average$427FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$231Average$517FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
DeltaCheapest$231Average$555FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$261Average$648FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Copa AirlinesCheapest$286Average$511FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
JetBlueCheapest$310Average$429FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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