How often are flights from Los Angeles to San José delayed?

Historically, on average around 16% of flights between Los Angeles and San José have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 99 minutes.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Los Angeles to San José Juan Santamaria Intl?

United Airlines, Spirit Airlines, and Alaska Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from Los Angeles to San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Los Angeles to San José flights?

According to our data, Hawaiian Airlines has had the lowest number of delays on this route over the last 12 months, with no flights being classified as delayed.

What is the most punctual flight time for Los Angeles to San José flights?

Generally, flights departing in the morning tend to experience fewer delays. Flights departing in the early afternoon have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

How many flights depart from Los Angeles to San José on average per week?

As of October 2025, there are 9 flights per week flying from Los Angeles to San José. The most common day of the week flights depart is Thu, with 44% of flights taking off on this day.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Tuesday is statistically the day of the week that experiences the fewest delays on this flight route. Thursday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

How many flights depart from Los Angeles to San José on average per day?

As of October 2025, 1 flights take off from Los Angeles and land in San José each day. The most common flight departure time for this route is 4:00p.m., with 77% of daily flights taking off in the afternoon.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Los Angeles Airport to San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport?

Prices for flights from Los Angeles Airport to San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.

How old do you have to be to fly from Los Angeles Airport to San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport?

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Los Angeles Airport to San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport?

The required travel and health documents for your San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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3:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m.LAX-SJO

6h 00mdirect

2:26 a.m. - 7:00 a.m.SJO-LAX

6h 34mdirect

C$ 454Alaska Airlines

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Sun, 1 Mar - Thu, 5 Mar

3:45 p.m. - 11:28 p.m.LAX-SJO

5h 43mdirect

1:30 a.m. - 6:00 a.m.SJO-LAX

6h 30mdirect

C$ 475Alaska Airlines

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Fri, 28 Nov - Wed, 10 Dec

10:44 p.m. - 6:25 a.m.LAX-SJO

5h 41mdirect

6:40 a.m. - 11:08 a.m.SJO-LAX

6h 28mdirect

C$ 478United Airlines

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Sat, 29 Nov - Sat, 6 Dec

10:44 p.m. - 6:25 a.m.LAX-SJO

5h 41mdirect

6:40 a.m. - 11:08 a.m.SJO-LAX

6h 28mdirect

C$ 479United Airlines

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Fri, 14 Nov - Sun, 23 Nov

12:55 a.m. - 6:16 p.m.LAX-SJO

15h 21m1 stop

6:40 a.m. - 11:08 a.m.SJO-LAX

6h 28mdirect

C$ 482United Airlines

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Tue, 3 Feb - Sat, 7 Feb

11:05 a.m. - 4:50 p.m.LAX-SJO

27h 45m3 stops

4:08 a.m. - 10:44 p.m.SJO-LAX

20h 36m1 stop

C$ 507Copa Airlines

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Thu, 13 Nov - Wed, 19 Nov

4:10 p.m. - 8:52 a.m.LAX-SJO

14h 42m1 stop

10:00 a.m. - 11:05 p.m.SJO-LAX

15h 05m1 stop

C$ 521JetBlue

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11:05 a.m. - 7:33 a.m.LAX-SJO

18h 28m1 stop

4:08 a.m. - 12:02 p.m.SJO-LAX

9h 54m1 stop

C$ 532Copa Airlines

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11:15 p.m. - 6:55 a.m.LAX-SJO

5h 40mdirect

8:26 a.m. - 12:52 p.m.SJO-LAX

6h 26mdirect

C$ 538Delta

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4:10 p.m. - 8:52 a.m.LAX-SJO

14h 42m1 stop

2:01 p.m. - 11:05 p.m.SJO-LAX

11h 04m1 stop

C$ 540JetBlue

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Alaska Airlines flights from Los Angeles to San José

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1 Mar

LAX3:00 p.m.Los Angeles

6h 00m

SJO11:00 p.m.San José Juan Santamaria Intl

5 Mar

SJO2:26 a.m.San José Juan Santamaria Intl

6h 34m

LAX7:00 a.m.Los Angeles

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28 Nov

LAX3:45 p.m.Los Angeles

5h 43m

SJO11:28 p.m.San José Juan Santamaria Intl

10 Dec

SJO1:30 a.m.San José Juan Santamaria Intl

6h 30m

LAX6:00 a.m.Los Angeles

C$ 475

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13 Nov

LAX4:45 p.m.Los Angeles

5h 53m

SJO12:38 a.m.San José Juan Santamaria Intl

19 Nov

SJO1:55 a.m.San José Juan Santamaria Intl

6h 20m

LAX6:15 a.m.Los Angeles

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29 Nov

LAX10:44 p.m.Los Angeles

5h 41m

SJO6:25 a.m.San José Juan Santamaria Intl

6 Dec

SJO6:40 a.m.San José Juan Santamaria Intl

6h 28m

LAX11:08 a.m.Los Angeles

C$ 478

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14 Nov

LAX10:44 p.m.Los Angeles

5h 41m

SJO6:25 a.m.San José Juan Santamaria Intl

23 Nov

SJO6:40 a.m.San José Juan Santamaria Intl

6h 28m

LAX11:08 a.m.Los Angeles

C$ 479

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3 Feb

LAX12:55 a.m.Los Angeles

15h 21m

1 stop

SJO6:16 p.m.San José Juan Santamaria Intl

7 Feb

SJO6:40 a.m.San José Juan Santamaria Intl

6h 28m

LAX11:08 a.m.Los Angeles

C$ 482

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Los AngelesSan José

LAX - SJO

LAXSJO

Los Angeles

Sun 1/3

3:00 p.m.-11:00 p.m.

Nonstop6h 00m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 5/3

2:26 a.m.-7:00 a.m.

Nonstop6h 34m

C$ 454

Los AngelesSan José

LAX - SJO

LAXSJO

Los Angeles

Fri 28/11

3:45 p.m.-11:28 p.m.

Nonstop5h 43m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 10/12

1:30 a.m.-6:00 a.m.

Nonstop6h 30m

C$ 475

Los AngelesSan José

LAX - SJO

LAXSJO

Los Angeles

Sat 29/11

10:44 p.m.-6:25 a.m.

Nonstop5h 41m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 6/12

6:40 a.m.-11:08 a.m.

Nonstop6h 28m

C$ 478

Los AngelesSan José

LAX - SJO

LAXSJO

Los Angeles

Fri 14/11

10:44 p.m.-6:25 a.m.

Nonstop5h 41m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 23/11

6:40 a.m.-11:08 a.m.

Nonstop6h 28m

C$ 479

Los AngelesSan José

LAX - SJO

LAXSJO

Los Angeles

Tue 3/2

12:55 a.m.-6:16 p.m.

1 stop15h 21m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 7/2

6:40 a.m.-11:08 a.m.

Nonstop6h 28m

C$ 482

Los AngelesSan José

LAX - SJO

LAXSJO

Los Angeles

Thu 13/11

11:05 a.m.-4:50 p.m.

3 stops27h 45m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 19/11

4:08 a.m.-10:44 p.m.

1 stop20h 36m

C$ 507

Los AngelesSan José

LAX - SJO

LAXSJO

Los Angeles

Thu 4/12

4:10 p.m.-8:52 a.m.

1 stop14h 42m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 15/12

10:00 a.m.-11:05 p.m.

1 stop15h 05m

C$ 521

Los AngelesSan José

LAX - SJO

LAXSJO

Los Angeles

Thu 27/11

11:05 a.m.-7:33 a.m.

1 stop18h 28m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 1/12

4:08 a.m.-12:02 p.m.

1 stop9h 54m

C$ 532

Los AngelesSan José

LAX - SJO

LAXSJO

Los Angeles

Fri 28/11

11:15 p.m.-6:55 a.m.

Nonstop5h 40m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 6/12

8:26 a.m.-12:52 p.m.

Nonstop6h 26m

C$ 538

Los AngelesSan José

LAX - SJO

LAXSJO

Los Angeles

Thu 4/12

4:10 p.m.-8:52 a.m.

1 stop14h 42m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 12/12

2:01 p.m.-11:05 p.m.

1 stop11h 04m

C$ 540

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What is the cheapest month to fly to San José?

In general, September is the cheapest month to fly from Los Angeles to San José. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around C$ 508. If you aren’t able to travel during the month of September, then book flights to San José from Los Angeles during October instead. Flights to San José in October, while not as cheap as those in September, still average around C$ 524.

What is the cheapest Los Angeles to San José Juan Santamaria Intl flight route?

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How far in advance should I book a flight to San José?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to San José from Los Angeles when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to San José for around C$ 652 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to San José from Los Angeles for as low as C$ 575 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on Los Angeles to San José Juan Santamaria Intl flights?

There are 3 cabin classes available to choose from on Los Angeles to San José Juan Santamaria Intl flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

Can stopping save me money on Los Angeles to San José flights?

No. A direct flight is the cheapest option for a flight between Los Angeles to San José.

How have Los Angeles to San José flight prices changed over time?

As of October 2025, prices for Los Angeles to San José flights are approximately 24% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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The fastest flight from Los Angeles to San José takes 5h 39m

Direct flights go from Los Angeles to San José every day.

There is 1 airport near San José: San José Juan Santamaria Intl (SJO)

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How far is Los Angeles to San José Juan Santamaria Intl by plane?
The straight-line distance from Los Angeles to San José Juan Santamaria Intl is 4391.3 km. Flights usually cover this in 5h 40m, depending on flying conditions and air traffic around both airports.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Los Angeles Airport to San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport?
Prices for flights from Los Angeles Airport to San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.
How old do you have to be to fly from Los Angeles Airport to San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Los Angeles Airport to San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport?
The required travel and health documents for your San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.
What is the most popular plane model from Los Angeles to San José?
momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked plane model on the route from Los Angeles to San José is Boeing 737 MAX 8, representing 29.96% of all bookings. The subsequent popular models are Boeing 737-800 Passenger/BBJ2 (winglets) at 28.16%, Boeing 737 at 17.22%, and Airbus A320neo at 13.09%.

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What is the cheapest month to fly to San José?

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How far in advance should I book a flight to San José?

What cabin class options are available on Los Angeles to San José Juan Santamaria Intl flights?

There are 3 cabin classes available to choose from on Los Angeles to San José Juan Santamaria Intl flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

Can stopping save me money on Los Angeles to San José flights?

No. A direct flight is the cheapest option for a flight between Los Angeles to San José.

How have Los Angeles to San José flight prices changed over time?

As of October 2025, prices for Los Angeles to San José flights are approximately 24% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Los Angeles to San José Juan Santamaria Intl?

United Airlines, Spirit Airlines, and Alaska Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from Los Angeles to San José Juan Santamaria Intl

How often are flights from Los Angeles to San José delayed?

Historically, on average around 16% of flights between Los Angeles and San José have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 99 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Los Angeles to San José flights?

Generally, flights departing in the morning tend to experience fewer delays. Flights departing in the early afternoon have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Tuesday is statistically the day of the week that experiences the fewest delays on this flight route. Thursday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Los Angeles to San José flights?

According to our data, Hawaiian Airlines has had the lowest number of delays on this route over the last 12 months, with no flights being classified as delayed.

How many flights depart from Los Angeles to San José on average per day?

As of October 2025, 1 flights take off from Los Angeles and land in San José each day. The most common flight departure time for this route is 4:00p.m., with 77% of daily flights taking off in the afternoon.

How many flights depart from Los Angeles to San José on average per week?

As of October 2025, there are 9 flights per week flying from Los Angeles to San José. The most common day of the week flights depart is Thu, with 44% of flights taking off on this day.

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