San José

$147+ Cheap flights from Irvine, CA to San José (SJO)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 4/27. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — SJO
Apr 8 — Apr 151
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Irvine to San José Juan Santamaria Intl are usually found in September or October, booked 60 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Monday and return on a Friday

Cheap flight deals from Irvine to San José

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Irvine to San José flight deals. Data was last updated April 3, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$236
(CheapOair)

One-way from

$147
(Mytrip)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$446
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From Irvine to San José Juan Santamaria Intl
One-way flight from Irvine to San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 17% potential increase in price ($96 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 5% potential price decrease ($23 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in April 2025

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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 April 3, 2025.

This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/2. 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.
Mon 8/411:47 pmLAX - SJO
1 stop19h 32mMultiple Airlines
Mon 8/112:48 pmSJO - LAX
1 stop8h 54mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/2$232
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/2. 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.
Fri 9/2610:44 pmLAX - SJO
1 stop7h 29mVolaris Costa Rica
Thu 10/22:37 pmSJO - LAX
1 stop7h 37mVolaris Costa Rica
Deal found 4/2$234
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/2. 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.
Sat 5/2411:49 pmLAX - SJO
1 stop9h 25mVolaris El Salvador
Fri 5/3011:15 amSJO - LAX
1 stop24h 45mVolaris El Salvador
Deal found 4/2$238
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/2. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/305:30 amLAX - SJO
2 stops17h 20mSpirit Airlines
Thu 5/811:32 amSJO - LAX
2 stops32h 38mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/2$290
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/2. 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.
Wed 5/145:15 pmLAX - SJO
Nonstop5h 37mAlaska Airlines
Tue 5/201:06 amSJO - LAX
Nonstop6h 23mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 4/2$322
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Thu 6/52:50 pmLAX - SJO
1 stop7h 25mAvianca
Fri 10/315:05 amSJO - LAX
1 stop18h 30mAvianca
Deal found 4/1$374

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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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated April 3, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Irvine to San José that are best for you.

Fly from

Irvine

Fly to

San José

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Los AngelesSan José

LAX - SJO

LAXSJO

Los Angeles

Sat 5/24

11:04 pm-7:28 am

1 stop7h 24m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 6/7

3:31 pm-7:19 am

1 stop16h 48m

$236

Los AngelesSan José

LAX - SJO

LAXSJO

Los Angeles

Sat 5/24

11:49 pm-10:14 am

1 stop9h 25m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 5/30

11:15 am-11:00 am

1 stop24h 45m

$238

Los AngelesSan José

LAX - SJO

LAXSJO

Los Angeles

Thu 5/15

11:04 pm-7:28 am

1 stop7h 24m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 5/22

2:37 pm-9:34 pm

1 stop7h 57m

$239

Los AngelesSan José

LAX - SJO

LAXSJO

Los Angeles

Wed 4/30

5:30 am-11:50 pm

2 stops17h 20m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 5/4

12:55 am-5:33 pm

2 stops17h 38m

$285

Los AngelesSan José

LAX - SJO

LAXSJO

Los Angeles

Wed 5/14

5:15 pm-11:52 pm

Nonstop5h 37m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 5/20

1:06 am-6:29 am

Nonstop6h 23m

$322

Los AngelesSan José

LAX - SJO

LAXSJO

Los Angeles

Thu 6/5

2:50 pm-11:15 pm

1 stop7h 25m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 10/31

5:05 am-10:35 pm

1 stop18h 30m

$374

Los AngelesSan José

LAX - SJO

LAXSJO

Los Angeles

Tue 4/29

11:26 pm-5:57 am

Nonstop5h 31m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 5/31

7:25 am-12:43 pm

Nonstop6h 18m

$381

Los AngelesSan José

LAX - SJO

LAXSJO

Los Angeles

Sun 4/27

12:37 am-1:52 pm

1 stop12h 15m

$147

Los AngelesSan José

LAX - SJO

LAXSJO

Los Angeles

Tue 4/22

12:35 pm-12:22 pm

1 stop22h 47m

$148

Los AngelesSan José

LAX - SJO

LAXSJO

Los Angeles

Sat 5/3

11:04 pm-7:28 am

Nonstop7h 24m

$149

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Best time to book a flight from Irvine to San José

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Irvine to San José

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 March 28, 2025.

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 60 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 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 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 April 3, 2025.

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 Tuesday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday mornings 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 April 3, 2025.

The most flights from IR9 to SJO are scheduled on a Wednesday (6 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (3 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 April 3, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines, Southwest and Delta 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.

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them
8.0
Very good

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them

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. 12 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 El Salvador ($148), Volaris Costa Rica ($149), and Spirit Airlines ($152).

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

    Consider United Airlines (100%), KLM (91%) or Air France (90%) 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 $845, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $158. When looking at the most popular route, (Los Angeles - San José Juan Santamaria Intl), you can expect to pay $182 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 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 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated April 3, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Volaris El SalvadorCheapest$112Average$222FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$169Average$297FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
Volaris Costa RicaCheapest$182Average$383FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
VolarisCheapest$185Average$419FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
DeltaCheapest$227Average$568FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
AviancaCheapest$240Average$434FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$252Average$656FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
JetBlueCheapest$310Average$441FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$331Average$544FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Copa AirlinesCheapest$337Average$519FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%

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