San José

$171+ Cheap flights from Riverside, CA to San José (SJO)

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LAX — SJO
Jan 26 — Feb 21
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The best prices from Riverside to San José Juan Santamaria Intl are usually found in May or September, booked 90 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Monday and return on a Friday

Cheap flight deals from Riverside to San José

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Riverside (R1V) 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 January 21, 2025.

Round-trip from

$249
(Cheapflightsfares)

One-way from

$171
(FlightHub)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$475
From Riverside to San José Juan Santamaria Intl
One-way flight from Riverside to San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 18% potential increase in price ($101 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 January 2025

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Cheapest flights from Riverside to San José
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Riverside to San José. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 21, 2025.

This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 2/2610:07 pmLAX - SJO
1 stop23h 13mVolaris Costa Rica
Wed 3/55:30 amSJO - LAX
1 stop17h 07mVolaris Costa Rica
Deal found 1/20$267
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 2/412:03 pmLAX - SJO
1 stop22h 58mMultiple Airlines
Tue 2/113:32 pmSJO - LAX
1 stop17h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/20$270
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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.
Sat 2/2211:30 pmLAX - SJO
2 stops34h 50mSpirit Airlines
Mon 3/1011:24 amSJO - LAX
2 stops20h 39mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 1/21$277
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Mon 5/1212:30 amLAX - SJO
1 stop9h 45mAvianca
Tue 5/205:05 amSJO - LAX
1 stop8h 25mAvianca
Deal found 1/21$326
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/241:42 pmLAX - SJO
1 stop18h 10mVolaris El Salvador
Sun 6/19:51 amSJO - LAX
1 stop14h 05mVolaris El Salvador
Deal found 1/21$332
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 1/2712:55 amLAX - SJO
1 stop13h 01mCopa Airlines
Mon 2/36:06 pmSJO - LAX
1 stop19h 24mCopa Airlines
Deal found 1/20$376
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 1/2510:44 pmLAX - SJO
Nonstop5h 41mUnited Airlines
Tue 1/286:30 amSJO - LAX
1 stop17h 17mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/20$393
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. 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.
Sun 1/1912:53 amLAX - SJO
1 stop17h 57mAmerican Airlines
Thu 1/236:15 amSJO - LAX
1 stop15h 59mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/19$408
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 1/224:11 pmLAX - SJO
Nonstop5h 46mAlaska Airlines
Tue 2/41:12 amSJO - LAX
Nonstop6h 48mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 1/21$413

Find flights from Riverside to San José within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Riverside 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 January 21, 2025.

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Los AngelesSan José

LAX - SJO

LAXSJO

Los Angeles

Wed 2/26

10:07 pm-11:20 pm

1 stop23h 13m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 3/5

5:30 am-8:37 pm

1 stop17h 07m

$267

Los AngelesSan José

LAX - SJO

LAXSJO

Los Angeles

Tue 2/4

12:03 pm-1:01 pm

1 stop22h 58m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 2/11

3:32 pm-6:32 am

1 stop17h 00m

$270

Los AngelesSan José

LAX - SJO

LAXSJO

Los Angeles

Sat 2/22

11:30 pm-12:20 pm

2 stops34h 50m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 3/10

11:24 am-7:03 am

2 stops20h 39m

$277

Los AngelesSan José

LAX - SJO

LAXSJO

Los Angeles

Mon 5/12

12:30 am-11:15 am

1 stop9h 45m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 5/27

3:05 pm-11:10 pm

1 stop9h 05m

$326

Los AngelesSan José

LAX - SJO

LAXSJO

Los Angeles

Sat 5/24

1:42 pm-8:52 am

1 stop18h 10m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 6/1

9:51 am-10:56 pm

1 stop14h 05m

$332

Los AngelesSan José

LAX - SJO

LAXSJO

Los Angeles

Sat 3/29

2:07 am-6:51 pm

1 stop15h 44m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 4/3

5:52 am-4:59 pm

1 stop12h 07m

$406

Los AngelesSan José

LAX - SJO

LAXSJO

Los Angeles

Fri 1/31

6:00 am-11:09 pm

1 stop15h 09m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 2/3

6:15 am-11:14 pm

1 stop18h 59m

$408

Los AngelesSan José

LAX - SJO

LAXSJO

Los Angeles

Sun 5/11

5:15 pm-11:52 pm

Nonstop5h 37m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 5/13

1:12 am-6:45 am

Nonstop6h 33m

$413

Los AngelesSan José

LAX - SJO

LAXSJO

Los Angeles

Fri 2/21

11:15 pm-6:53 am

Nonstop5h 38m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 2/27

8:25 am-12:54 pm

Nonstop6h 29m

$443

Los AngelesSan José

LAX - SJO

LAXSJO

Los Angeles

Tue 2/18

11:30 pm-12:20 pm

2 stops10h 50m

$171

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Best time to book a flight from Riverside to San José

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Travel insights for flights from Riverside to San José

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Riverside to San José. Price data was last updated on January 17, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Riverside to San José, San José Province is 90 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Riverside to San José, San José Province (average of $398). Flying from Riverside 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 R1V to SJO?

Find hourly flight availability from Riverside 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 January 21, 2025.

When flying from Riverside 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.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Riverside to San José. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Riverside to San José, San José Province flight should consider departing on Tuesday mornings 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 Riverside to San José, San José Province

Explore weekly flight availability from Riverside 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 January 21, 2025.

The most flights from R1V to SJO are scheduled on a Saturday (8 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 January 21, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Spirit Airlines, Avianca and United Airlines from Riverside to San José by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.0
Very good
9,706 reviews

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

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
9,706 reviews
8.0
Very good
9,706 reviews

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

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
8,521 reviews
8.0
Very good
9,706 reviews

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

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

7.7
Good
1,662 reviews
8.0
Very good
9,706 reviews

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

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

7.4
Good
8,984 reviews
8.0
Very good
9,706 reviews

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

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

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

    Located just 8.8 mi from the city center, San José Juan Santamaria Intl is the airport most travelers will use when flying to San José from Riverside. Booking flights from Riverside to Juan Santamaria Intl (SJO) should be relatively easy as there are 5 daily inbound flights from Riverside from 13 different airlines.

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

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $171 on Spirit Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Copa Airlines from $172 and United Airlines from $176 one-way.

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

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Riverside to San José, San José Province are KLM (77%), Delta (77%) and United Airlines (77%).

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

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Riverside to San José, San José Province? While on average our users pay $1,186, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $196. The most popular route (Los Angeles - San José Juan Santamaria Intl), is priced around $218.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Riverside to San José, San José Province (average of $398). Flying from Riverside 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 Riverside to San José

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Riverside 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 January 21, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Volaris El SalvadorCheapest$107Average$220FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Volaris Costa RicaCheapest$167Average$364FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$169Average$368FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
VolarisCheapest$191Average$414FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
DeltaCheapest$232Average$581FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
AviancaCheapest$242Average$439FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$249Average$522FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
United AirlinesCheapest$258Average$672FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Copa AirlinesCheapest$282Average$501FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
JetBlueCheapest$310Average$429FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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