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$145+ Cheap flights from Riverside, 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 4/25. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — SJO
Apr 7 — Apr 141
Mon 4/7
Mon 4/14
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Riverside 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 Riverside to San José

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FlightHub
3 stars

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FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$234
(CheapOair)

One-way from

$145
(Cheapflightsfares)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$446
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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 April 2, 2025.

This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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 6/512:24 pmLAX - SJO
1 stop20h 50mVolaris El Salvador
Mon 6/911:15 amSJO - LAX
1 stop24h 34mVolaris El Salvador
Deal found 4/1$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.
Thu 9/2512:37 amLAX - SJO
1 stop12h 20mMultiple Airlines
Thu 10/22:37 pmSJO - LAX
1 stop7h 37mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/2$235
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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.
Thu 8/2110:44 pmLAX - SJO
Nonstop7h 29mVolaris Costa Rica
Tue 8/262:42 pmSJO - LAX
Nonstop7h 32mVolaris Costa Rica
Deal found 4/1$263
This Cheapflightsfares 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/285:30 amLAX - SJO
2 stops17h 20mSpirit Airlines
Fri 5/212:55 amSJO - LAX
2 stops21h 40mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/2$305
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
This Avianca 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 Avianca is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/2611:50 pmLAX - SJO
1 stop7h 50mAvianca
Tue 6/36:10 amSJO - LAX
1 stop8h 20mAvianca
Deal found 4/2$355
This JetBlue deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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.
Wed 5/289:00 pmLAX - SJO
1 stop13h 55mJetBlue
Wed 6/111:00 pmSJO - LAX
1 stop11h 58mJetBlue
Deal found 4/1$382

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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 April 2, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Riverside to San José that are best for you.

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Depart

Return

Price

Los AngelesSan José

LAX - SJO

LAXSJO

Los Angeles

Thu 6/5

12:24 pm-10:14 am

1 stop20h 50m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 6/9

11:15 am-10:49 am

1 stop24h 34m

$234

Los AngelesSan José

LAX - SJO

LAXSJO

Los Angeles

Fri 5/16

11:04 pm-7:28 am

1 stop7h 24m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 5/24

3:31 pm-7:19 am

1 stop16h 48m

$236

Los AngelesSan José

LAX - SJO

LAXSJO

Los Angeles

Sat 5/3

11:04 pm-7:28 am

Nonstop7h 24m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 6/7

2:39 pm-9:14 pm

Nonstop7h 35m

$276

Los AngelesSan José

LAX - SJO

LAXSJO

Los Angeles

Tue 4/29

7:55 pm-10:24 am

2 stops13h 29m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 5/6

12:23 pm-10:37 am

2 stops23h 14m

$300

Los AngelesSan José

LAX - SJO

LAXSJO

Los Angeles

Wed 5/14

5:15 pm-11:52 pm

Nonstop5h 37m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 5/22

1:06 am-6:29 am

Nonstop6h 23m

$322

Los AngelesSan José

LAX - SJO

LAXSJO

Los Angeles

Mon 4/28

12:30 am-8:40 am

1 stop7h 10m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 5/8

7:45 pm-12:00 pm

2 stops17h 15m

$363

Los AngelesSan José

LAX - SJO

LAXSJO

Los Angeles

Wed 5/28

9:00 pm-11:55 am

1 stop13h 55m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 6/10

1:00 pm-11:58 pm

1 stop11h 58m

$382

Los AngelesSan José

LAX - SJO

LAXSJO

Los Angeles

Fri 4/25

11:04 pm-7:28 am

1 stop7h 24m

$145

Los AngelesSan José

LAX - SJO

LAXSJO

Los Angeles

Sat 4/5

11:44 am-11:14 pm

1 stop10h 30m

$146

Los AngelesSan José

LAX - SJO

LAXSJO

Los Angeles

Mon 5/5

10:04 am-10:24 am

2 stops23h 20m

$150

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Best time to book a flight from Riverside to San José

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

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 March 28, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Riverside to San José, San José Province is 60 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 April 2, 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 March 30, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Riverside 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 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 April 2, 2025.

The most flights from R1V to SJO are scheduled on a Tuesday (5 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, 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 April 2, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Alaska Airlines, Delta and Copa 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.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,825 reviews

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

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
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,825 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,825 reviews

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

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
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,897 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,825 reviews

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

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
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,400 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,825 reviews

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

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
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,616 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,825 reviews

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

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 Riverside 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 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 2 daily inbound flights from Riverside from 12 different airlines.

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

    Within the past month, 45 users have taken a look at flights from Riverside to San José Juan Santamaria Intl.

  • 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 $145 on Volaris Costa Rica. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Spirit Airlines from $150 and Avianca from $156 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 United Airlines (100%), KLM (91%) and Air France (90%).

  • 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 $845, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $158. The most popular route (Los Angeles - San José Juan Santamaria Intl), is priced around $182.

  • 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 April 2, 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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