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Cheap flights from San José to California from $161

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Frontier Logo
9:35 am - 8:10 pm
SJO
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LAS
11h 35m
1 stop
Frontier Logo
9:42 pm - 8:20 am
LAS
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SJO
9h 38m
1 stop
$346Frontier
Thu, Jul 30 - Wed, Aug 5
Frontier Logo
9:35 am - 11:10 am
SJO
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LAS
26h 35m
1 stop
Frontier Logo
9:25 am - 8:20 am
LAS
-
SJO
21h 55m
1 stop
$348Frontier
Sat, Aug 22 - Sat, Aug 29
Copa Airlines Logo
10:03 am - 6:30 pm
SJO
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SAN
9h 27m
1 stop
Copa Airlines Logo
8:58 pm - 8:19 am
SAN
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SJO
10h 21m
1 stop
$397Copa Airlines
Mon, Aug 24 - Mon, Aug 31
United Airlines Logo
1:25 pm - 9:25 pm
SJO
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SAN
9h 00m
1 stop
United Airlines Logo
7:41 pm - 12:21 pm
SAN
-
SJO
15h 40m
2 stops
$400United Airlines
Wed, Sep 16 - Wed, Sep 23
United Airlines Logo
8:45 am - 12:29 am
SJO
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SAN
16h 44m
1 stop
United Airlines Logo
12:40 pm - 7:15 am
SAN
-
SJO
17h 35m
1 stop
$409United Airlines
Sat, Oct 10 - Wed, Oct 14
Copa Airlines Logo
10:03 am - 6:30 pm
SJO
-
SAN
9h 27m
1 stop
Copa Airlines Logo
10:00 pm - 8:21 am
SAN
-
SJO
9h 21m
1 stop
$410Copa Airlines
Thu, Jul 16 - Wed, Jul 22
American Airlines Logo
1:05 pm - 10:53 am
SJO
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SJC
22h 48m
2 stops
American Airlines Logo
2:36 pm - 11:05 am
SJC
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SJO
19h 29m
2 stops
$462American Airlines
Fri, Oct 16 - Wed, Oct 21
American Airlines Logo
1:05 pm - 10:14 am
SJO
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SMF
22h 09m
2 stops
American Airlines Logo
2:50 pm - 11:05 am
SMF
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SJO
19h 15m
2 stops
$463American Airlines
Sat, Sep 12 - Mon, Sep 21
Avianca Logo
7:55 am - 9:58 pm
SJO
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ONT
15h 03m
1 stop
Avianca Logo
6:00 am - 7:37 pm
ONT
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SJO
12h 37m
1 stop
$528Avianca
Sat, Oct 17 - Tue, Oct 20
Avianca Logo
3:10 pm - 9:45 pm
SJO
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ONT
7h 35m
1 stop
Avianca Logo
11:35 pm - 8:45 am
ONT
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SJO
8h 10m
1 stop
$530Avianca
Thu, Oct 8 - Tue, Oct 13

United Airlines flights from San José to California

Our best United Airlines deals on San José to California flight tickets
United Airlines
May 21
SJO8:45 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
16h 45m
1 stop
SAN12:30 amSan Diego
May 28
SAN12:33 pmSan Diego
20h 38m
2 stops
SJO10:11 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
$400
United Airlines
Oct 10
SJO8:45 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
16h 44m
1 stop
SAN12:29 amSan Diego
Oct 14
SAN12:40 pmSan Diego
17h 35m
1 stop
SJO7:15 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
$409
United Airlines
Sep 16
SJO1:25 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
9h 00m
1 stop
SAN9:25 pmSan Diego
Sep 26
SAN8:00 amSan Diego
10h 37m
1 stop
SJO7:37 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
$411

Alaska Airlines flights from San José to California

Our best Alaska Airlines deals on San José to California flight tickets
Alaska Airlines
May 22
SJO12:53 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
33h 10m
2 stops
LAS9:03 amLas Vegas Harry Reid Intl
May 29
LAS7:39 pmLas Vegas Harry Reid Intl
26h 54m
2 stops
SJO11:33 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
$471
Alaska Airlines
May 26
SJO12:53 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
42h 52m
2 stops
LAS6:45 pmLas Vegas Harry Reid Intl
May 30
LAS7:39 pmLas Vegas Harry Reid Intl
26h 54m
2 stops
SJO11:33 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
$478
Alaska Airlines
May 26
SJO12:53 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
33h 10m
2 stops
LAS9:03 amLas Vegas Harry Reid Intl
May 30
LAS7:39 pmLas Vegas Harry Reid Intl
26h 54m
2 stops
SJO11:33 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
$481

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San JoséLas Vegas

SJO - LAS

SJOLAS

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 7/30

9:35 am-8:10 pm

1 stop11h 35m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Wed 8/5

9:42 pm-8:20 am

1 stop9h 38m

$346

San JoséLas Vegas

SJO - LAS

SJOLAS

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 8/22

9:35 am-11:10 am

1 stop26h 35m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Sat 8/29

9:25 am-8:20 am

1 stop21h 55m

$348

San JoséSan Diego

SJO - SAN

SJOSAN

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 8/24

10:03 am-6:30 pm

1 stop9h 27m

San Diego

Mon 8/31

8:58 pm-8:19 am

1 stop10h 21m

$397

San JoséSan Diego

SJO - SAN

SJOSAN

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 9/16

1:25 pm-9:25 pm

1 stop9h 00m

San Diego

Wed 9/23

7:41 pm-12:21 pm

2 stops15h 40m

$400

San JoséSan Diego

SJO - SAN

SJOSAN

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 10/10

8:45 am-12:29 am

1 stop16h 44m

San Diego

Wed 10/14

12:40 pm-7:15 am

1 stop17h 35m

$409

San JoséSan Diego

SJO - SAN

SJOSAN

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 7/16

10:03 am-6:30 pm

1 stop9h 27m

San Diego

Wed 7/22

10:00 pm-8:21 am

1 stop9h 21m

$410

San JoséSan Jose

SJO - SJC

SJOSJC

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 10/16

1:05 pm-10:53 am

2 stops22h 48m

San Jose

Wed 10/21

2:36 pm-11:05 am

2 stops19h 29m

$462

San JoséSacramento

SJO - SMF

SJOSMF

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 9/12

1:05 pm-10:14 am

2 stops22h 09m

Sacramento Intl

Mon 9/21

2:50 pm-11:05 am

2 stops19h 15m

$463

San JoséOntario

SJO - ONT

SJOONT

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 10/17

7:55 am-9:58 pm

1 stop15h 03m

Ontario

Tue 10/20

6:00 am-7:37 pm

1 stop12h 37m

$528
Quickest round-trip

San JoséOntario

SJO - ONT

SJOONT

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 10/8

3:10 pm-9:45 pm

1 stop7h 35m

Ontario

Tue 10/13

11:35 pm-8:45 am

1 stop8h 10m

$530

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What is the cheapest month to fly to California?

The month of October is another great option to travel to California, with average flight prices from San José averaging around $341.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to California?

The cheapest day to depart from San José to California is on a Tuesday. Travelers who choose to depart for California on a Tuesday will often find tickets for as low as $411. Be sure to avoid booking your departure on a Monday as prices are generally higher than usual. According to our data, the average ticket price to California on Monday is $484.

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

The cheapest time of day to fly to California is at noon when flights can be purchased for as low as $306. If you have a flexible travel schedule, then try to avoid flying in the evening when prices are $489 on average. Flights to California from San José in the evening are generally more expensive because this time of day is more convenient for travelers’ schedules.

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

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to California from San José when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to California for around $418 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to California from San José for as low as $364 on momondo.

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You could potentially save up to 39% on your flight if you consider stops on a San José to California flight.

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Best Price Found

$280

Fastest flight time

5h 55m

Direct flights

Every day

Airports in California

418 airports
The best one-way flight to California from San José in the past 72 hours is $280. The best round-trip flight deal from San José to California found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $467.
The fastest flight from San José to California takes 5h 55m
Direct flights go from San José to California every day.
There are 418 airports in California. From San José there are direct flights to Los Angeles (LAX), Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS).
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Frequently asked questions about flying from San José to California

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

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

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

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

    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 San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport to California.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to California?

    The necessary travel and health documents for your California trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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Best airlines flying from San José to California

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Rating
Free Cancellation
Price
Copa AirlinesPriceFrom $190Free CancellationRating
7.5
1,582 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom $214Free CancellationRating
7.9
8,453 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $216Free CancellationRating
7.4
9,730 reviews
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Volaris Costa RicaPriceFrom $232Free CancellationRating
7.9
81 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $233Free CancellationRating
7.1
11,660 reviews
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AviancaPriceFrom $285Free CancellationRating
6.5
2,527 reviews
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JetBluePriceFrom $288Free CancellationRating
7.1
2,977 reviews
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Alaska AirlinesPriceFrom $303Free CancellationRating
7.9
12,373 reviews
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