Question 1

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to San José?

Accepted Answer

Our data shows that the cheapest Los Angeles to San José flights are usually those with departure times at noon. Our users have found flights to San José at noon for as low as $253. Flights in the afternoon are often more expensive with an average ticket price of $531.

Question 2

What airlines fly to San José?

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Volaris Costa Rica, Alaska Airlines and United Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to San José from Los Angeles according to our data. Volaris Costa Rica is the first choice among our users, with 36% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to San José. Keep in mind that there are 11 different airlines that fly to San José on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

Question 3

Which airport is the most popular layover for flights between Los Angeles and San José?

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Guatemala City (GUA) was the most common stop: 53% of momondo users choosing 1-stop flights on this route connected there.

Question 4

Which layover airport has the shortest travel time from Los Angeles to San José?

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Flights connecting via Guatemala City (GUA) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 8h 04m.

Question 5

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

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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 $465 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 $402 on momondo.

Question 6

Which layover airport has the shortest connection time from Los Angeles to San José?

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Panama City (PTY) has the shortest average layover time for this route: 1h 03m.

Question 7

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

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

Question 8

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

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

Question 9

Which layover airport offers the lowest fares from Los Angeles to San José?

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Flights via Guatemala City (GUA) offer the lowest average round-trip price of $332.

Question 10

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

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There are 4 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.

Question 11

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to San José?

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On average, the least expensive day to fly to San José from Los Angeles is on a Monday. momondo users have found tickets for Monday departures for as low as $460. However, this price may fluctuate depending on the airline, the season, and holidays. Flights from Los Angeles to San José on a Friday will generally be more expensive and average around $517. Keep in mind that these prices on both days could fluctuate depending on the season and the demand.

Question 12

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

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As of December 2025, 37 flights take off from Los Angeles and land in San José each week. The most common flight departure day for this route is Sat, with 22% of weekly flights taking off on this day.

Question 13

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

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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 96 minutes.

Question 14

What is the cheapest month to fly to San José?

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In general, October 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 $352. If you don’t want to visit San José in October, then you should wait until September to fly from Los Angeles, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of $363.

Question 15

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

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Monday is statistically the day of the week which experiences the fewest number of delays on this flight route. Friday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

Question 16

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

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You could potentially save up to 1% on your flight if you consider stops on a Los Angeles to San José flight.

Question 17

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

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As of December 2025, prices for Los Angeles to San José flights are approximately 21% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

Question 18

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

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Fly from Los Angeles to San José Juan Santamaria Intl for the best Los Angeles - San José Juan Santamaria Intl flight prices

Question 19

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

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According to our data, United Airlines have had the least number of delays on this route over the last 12 months; with about 8% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

Question 20

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

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As of December 2025, there are 5 flights per day flying from Los Angeles to San José. The most common time of day flights depart is 4:00PM, with 65% of flights taking off in the afternoon.

Question 21

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

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Prices for flights from Los Angeles Airport to San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport were last updated today.

Question 22

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Los Angeles Airport to San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport?

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As of December 2025, there are 12 operators available to choose from for flights from Los Angeles Airport to San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport.

Question 23

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

Accepted Answer

Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Los Angeles Airport to San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport.

Question 24

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

Accepted Answer

The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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