Cheap flights from LAX to SJO (Los Angeles Intl. to Juan Santamaría Intl.)

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Cheap Flights from LAX to SJO starting at $139 One Way, $303 Round Trip

Prices starting at $303 for return flights and $139 for one-way flights to Juan Santamaría Intl. were the cheapest prices found within the past 7 days, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Fri, May 16 - Thu, May 22
LAX
Los Angeles
SJO
San José
$303 Roundtrip, found 3 hours ago
$303
Roundtrip
found 3 hours ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Fri, May 16 from Los Angeles to San José, returning Thu, May 22, priced at $303 found 3 hours ago
Sat, May 17 - Thu, May 22
LAX
Los Angeles
SJO
San José
$321 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$321
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Sat, May 17 from Los Angeles to San José, returning Thu, May 22, priced at $321 found 2 days ago
Sat, May 17 - Sat, May 24
LAX
Los Angeles
SJO
San José
$322 Roundtrip, just found
$322
Roundtrip
just found
Select avianca flight, departing Sat, May 17 from Los Angeles to San José, returning Sat, May 24, priced at $322 just found
Fri, May 16 - Sat, May 31
LAX
Los Angeles
SJO
San José
$338 Roundtrip, found 10 hours ago
$338
Roundtrip
found 10 hours ago
Select Delta flight, departing Fri, May 16 from Los Angeles to San José, returning Sat, May 31, priced at $338 found 10 hours ago
Fri, May 16 - Sat, May 31
LAX
Los Angeles
SJO
San José
$353 Roundtrip, found 10 hours ago
$353
Roundtrip
found 10 hours ago
Select United flight, departing Fri, May 16 from Los Angeles to San José, returning Sat, May 31, priced at $353 found 10 hours ago

Hotel Ideas near Juan Santamaría Intl.

Airport Hotels near Juan Santamaría Intl.

Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport
Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport
3 out of 5
Hwy 1 Airport Blvd, Rio Segundo
The price is $146 per night from May 13 to May 14
$146
includes taxes & fees
$130 per night
May 13 - May 14
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Rio Segundo. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,260 reviews)
"Waited over an hour for the airport shuttle, no microwave and room needed repairs"

Reviewed on Apr 19, 2025

Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport
Hilton Garden Inn San Jose Airport City Mall
Hilton Garden Inn San Jose Airport City Mall
3.5 out of 5
Francisco J. Orlich Road, Alajuela, Alajuela
The price is $153 per night from May 13 to May 14
$153
includes taxes & fees
$135 per night
May 13 - May 14
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Alajuela. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,096 reviews)
"Great stay! Quiet even though it’s right by the airport! Convenient and easy shuttles every half hour. Would stay here again."

Reviewed on Apr 24, 2025

Hilton Garden Inn San Jose Airport City Mall
Courtyard by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela
Courtyard by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela
3.5 out of 5
Plaza Los Mangos, Radial Francisco J Orlich, Rio Segundo, Alajuela
The price is $192 per night from May 1 to May 2
$192
includes taxes & fees
$170 per night
May 1 - May 2
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Rio Segundo. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the restaurant and ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews)
"Love staying here when I fly into San Jose"

Reviewed on Apr 22, 2025

Courtyard by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Hotels In San José

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Jose Aeropuerto, Costa Rica
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Jose Aeropuerto, Costa Rica
3.5 out of 5
Sobre Autopista General Cañas, Ulloa, Heredia
The price is $105 per night from Apr 27 to Apr 28
$105
includes taxes & fees
$93 per night
Apr 27 - Apr 28
Stay at this 3.5-star family-friendly hotel in Ulloa. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (2,291 reviews)
"The onsite restaurant is an excellent option for dinner and the free breakfast buffet is generous."

Reviewed on Apr 23, 2025

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Jose Aeropuerto, Costa Rica
Wyndham San Jose Herradura Hotel & Convention Center
Wyndham San Jose Herradura Hotel & Convention Center
4 out of 5
Autopista General Canas, 3 Miles South of Intl Airport, La Asunción, Heredia
The price is $105 per night from Apr 27 to Apr 28
$105
includes taxes & fees
$93 per night
Apr 27 - Apr 28
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in La Asunción. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 3 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff ...
7.4/10 Good! (1,697 reviews)
"Loved staying here. It was quiet and lots of space and has 3 swimming pools. We were upgraded to a larger suite because the room we were gonna stay in was under repair. Overall a good experience."

Reviewed on Apr 20, 2025

Wyndham San Jose Herradura Hotel & Convention Center
Radisson San Jose-Costa Rica
Radisson San Jose-Costa Rica
4 out of 5
Calle Central y Tercera Av. 15, Calle Blancos, San Francisco, San Jose
The price is $98 per night from Apr 27 to Apr 28
$98
includes taxes & fees
$87 per night
Apr 27 - Apr 28
Stay at this 4-star family-friendly hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,009 reviews)
"Don’t think twice book now. Radisson is your home in San José that’s how it felt. Amazing staff, food and they are committed to provide you a world class service. Thank you to all Staff that made my wife and I feel special."

Reviewed on Apr 24, 2025

Radisson San Jose-Costa Rica
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

San José Hotels With Airport Transportation

Courtyard by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela
Courtyard by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela
3.5 out of 5
Plaza Los Mangos, Radial Francisco J Orlich, Rio Segundo, Alajuela
The price is $192 per night from May 1 to May 2
$192
includes taxes & fees
$170 per night
May 1 - May 2
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Rio Segundo. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the restaurant and ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews)
"Love staying here when I fly into San Jose"

Reviewed on Apr 22, 2025

Courtyard by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela
Barceló San José
Barceló San José
4 out of 5
Autopista General Canas 3km, El Robledal - La Uruca, San José, San Jose
The price is $115 per night from May 18 to May 19
$115
includes taxes & fees
$102 per night
May 18 - May 19
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in San José. Enjoy free parking, an outdoor pool, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,589 reviews)
Great place, terrific price!
"Very nice place and the price was very good."

Reviewed on Apr 22, 2025

Barceló San José
La Riviera Hotel B&B
La Riviera Hotel B&B
3 out of 5
100 mts south of Cemetery, San Antonio de Belen, Heredia
The price is $129 per night from Apr 27 to Apr 28
$129
includes taxes & fees
$114 per night
Apr 27 - Apr 28
Stay at this 3-star hotel in San Antonio de Belen. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (997 reviews)
"Great food!"

Reviewed on Apr 21, 2025

La Riviera Hotel B&B
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Low Priced San José Hotels

Hotel La Guaria Inn & Suites
Hotel La Guaria Inn & Suites
2.5 out of 5
Alajuela, 2nd. Av., 1st. Street, Del Teatro Municipal 200 m. al Este, Alajuela, Alajuela
The price is $57 per night from Apr 27 to Apr 28
$57
includes taxes & fees
$50 per night
Apr 27 - Apr 28
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Alajuela. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8/10 Very Good! (631 reviews)
"Great place to spend the night after a late night flight arrival. Only complaint was the airport pickup. The reception seemed to have difficulty coordinating this with its taxi driver but they arrived after we waited almost an hour"

Reviewed on Apr 23, 2025

Hotel La Guaria Inn & Suites
Hotel El Maragato
Hotel El Maragato
3 out of 5
Ave Central, between street 1 and 3, San José, San Jose
Stay at this 3-star family-friendly hotel in San José. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Popular attractions Sabana Park and National ...
7.2/10 Good! (462 reviews)
"Very reasonably priced and the location was excellent."

Reviewed on Oct 29, 2019

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Hotel El Maragato
Hotel Luisiana
Hotel Luisiana
3.5 out of 5
100 west and 400 south from Cruz Roja, Uruca, San Jose
The price is $90 per night from Apr 26 to Apr 27
$90
includes taxes & fees
$80 per night
Apr 26 - Apr 27
Stay at this 3.5-star family-friendly hotel in Uruca. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), room service, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)
"Simple, yet ideal. The patio area at pool side needs attn, otherwise little gem. Highly recommend it for short stays. Bravo"

Reviewed on Apr 15, 2025

Hotel Luisiana
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Family Friendly Hotels in San José

Hotel Robledal
Hotel Robledal
3 out of 5
400mts Oeste De La Iglesia de El Roble, San Antonio, Alajuela
Stay at this 3-star family-friendly hotel in San Antonio. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking, and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (409 reviews)

Families like: Kids pool, babysitting, free breakfast for the whole family, free airport shuttle

Travelers say...
"Friendly and very comfortable. Lots of birds to view."

Reviewed on Mar 12, 2024

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Hotel Robledal
Hotel Luisiana
Hotel Luisiana
3.5 out of 5
100 west and 400 south from Cruz Roja, Uruca, San Jose
The price is $90 per night from Apr 26 to Apr 27
$90
includes taxes & fees
$80 per night
Apr 26 - Apr 27
Stay at this 3.5-star family-friendly hotel in Uruca. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), room service, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)

Families like: Kids pool, playground, bicycle rentals, cribs

Travelers say...
"Simple, yet ideal. The patio area at pool side needs attn, otherwise little gem. Highly recommend it for short stays. Bravo"

Reviewed on Apr 15, 2025

Hotel Luisiana
Trapp Family Country Inn
Trapp Family Country Inn
3 out of 5
400m west of soccer field, San Antonio del Tejar, San Antonio, Alajuela
The price is $126 per night from May 8 to May 9
$126
includes taxes & fees
$111 per night
May 8 - May 9
Stay at this 3-star inn in San Antonio. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (688 reviews)
"Did not expect a quiet and peaceful oasis so close to airport. Beautiful landscaping."

Reviewed on Apr 16, 2025

Trapp Family Country Inn
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

LAX to SJO Route Info

Origin Airport
Destination Airport
Number Of Airlines Serving
Distance
Shortest Flight Departure Time
Shortest Flight Departure Date
LAX Address & GPS
Address:
One World Way
Los Angeles CA, 90045-5803
United States
IATA Code:
LAX
Longitude:
-118.408279
Latitude:
33.943399
Time Zone:
America/Los_Angeles
SJO Address & GPS
Address:
San Jose ,
Costa Rica
IATA Code:
SJO
Longitude:
-84.20408
Latitude:
9.998238
Time Zone:
America/Costa_Rica

Frequently asked questions

Am I able to catch a flight from Los Angeles, CA Airport (LAX-Los Angeles Intl.) to San Jose Airport (SJO-Juan Santamaria Intl.) now?
Check out the Covid-19 Travel Advisor for the most comprehensive info on quarantine and travel restrictions when flying from Los Angeles, CA Airport (LAX-Los Angeles Intl.) to San Jose Airport (SJO-Juan Santamaria Intl.).
Are there non-stop flights from Los Angeles, CA Airport (LAX-Los Angeles Intl.) to Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport?
You can find 3 carriers that fly nonstop from LAX to San Jose Airport (SJO-Juan Santamaria Intl.), so we recommend that you start thinking about what types of things you like in an airline. Check which one of these has exactly what you’re after:

  • United Airlines
  • JetBlue
  • Delta

What is the shortest flight from LAX to SJO?
The trip from Miracle Mile to Tajo Alto is classified as a long-haul flight. In fact, the quickest flight time possible from LAX to Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) is a lengthy 10 hours and 5 minutes. Try to sleep throughout the journey to arrive feeling reinvigorated and keep jet lag at bay.
How many hours flight from LAX to Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport?
The flight from LAX to SJO typically lasts around 10 hours and 11 minutes. Make this long-haul journey whiz by a little faster by bringing your tablet or phone full of your favorite flicks and podcasts.
If I am not able to travel due to COVID-19, can I cancel my flight to San Jose Airport (SJO-Juan Santamaria Intl.)?
We get that traveling right now has its challenges, so it’s good to know that many reservations booked through us are able to be cancelled or changed. If your travel plans to San Jose Airport (SJO-Juan Santamaria Intl.) have been affected by COVID-19, a lot of airlines are making things easier by offering credits to use at a later date. Just sign in to your account and you’ll quickly see what options are available. Our Customer Service Portal is the place to go for more information.
Are there flights to San Jose Airport (SJO-Juan Santamaria Intl.) with flexible change policies?
In most cases you’ll have the option to reschedule your flight to San Jose Airport (SJO-Juan Santamaria Intl.) without a change fee. All you have to do then is pay the difference between the old flight and the new one. Look for the “no change fees” filter and book with confidence.
What airlines have the most flights from LAX to Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO)?
Take a look at JetBlue (B6). It’s one of several airlines that have flights from LAX to San Jose Airport (SJO-Juan Santamaria Intl.). It’s also a favorite with passengers and offers 15 services on this route monthly. If that doesn’t quite cut it for you, have a look at the airfares from Delta (DL). This carrier is another reliable choice and has 21 flights between Miracle Mile and Tajo Alto each month.

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