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 $112 One Way, $244 Round Trip

Prices starting at $244 for return flights and $112 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.

Wed, Feb 18 - Wed, Mar 4
LAX
Los Angeles
SJO
San José
$244 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$244
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Wed, Feb 18 from Los Angeles to San José, returning Wed, Mar 4, priced at $244 found 6 days ago
Tue, Mar 10 - Wed, Mar 11
LAX
Los Angeles
SJO
San José
$269 Roundtrip, found 15 hours ago
$269
Roundtrip
found 15 hours ago
Select Volaris El Salvador flight, departing Tue, Mar 10 from Los Angeles to San José, returning Wed, Mar 11, priced at $269 found 15 hours ago
Tue, Mar 10 - Thu, Mar 12
LAX
Los Angeles
SJO
San José
$276 Roundtrip, just found
$276
Roundtrip
just found
Select Volaris Costa Rica flight, departing Tue, Mar 10 from Los Angeles to San José, returning Thu, Mar 12, priced at $276 just found
Tue, Mar 10 - Thu, Mar 12
LAX
Los Angeles
SJO
San José
$298 Roundtrip, just found
$298
Roundtrip
just found
Select Volaris Costa Rica flight, departing Tue, Mar 10 from Los Angeles to San José, returning Thu, Mar 12, priced at $298 just found
Wed, Feb 25 - Sat, Mar 7
LAX
Los Angeles
SJO
San José
$329 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$329
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select United flight, departing Wed, Feb 25 from Los Angeles to San José, returning Sat, Mar 7, priced at $329 found 1 day 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 $189 total per night from Feb 15 to Feb 16
$189 total
per night
Feb 15 - Feb 16
Book a stay at this 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! (2,455 reviews)
Clean and comfortable room. Hundreds of wild parrots outside drown out airplane traffic. Bar and restaurant are good, but not special. Service was outstanding. Convenient if you want to drop off a rental car early. I walked back from Budget they take drops onsite for several brands. Pilots stay ...

Reviewed on Feb 5, 2026

Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport
Holiday Inn Express San Jose Costa Rica Airport by IHG

Holiday Inn Express San Jose Costa Rica Airport by IHG

3 out of 5
1 Km E from Juan SantaMaria Airport Rio Segundo Alajuela
The price is $203 total per night from Mar 1 to Mar 2
$203 total
per night
Mar 1 - Mar 2
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Rio Segundo. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,595 reviews)
Yes. It was great

Reviewed on Feb 7, 2026

Holiday Inn Express San Jose Costa Rica Airport by IHG
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 $191 total per night from Mar 5 to Mar 6
$191 total
per night
Mar 5 - Mar 6
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Alajuela. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,575 reviews)
Wonderful! Such a great stay. Safe. Great food! Staff is very hospitable and friendly!

Reviewed on Feb 5, 2026

Hilton Garden Inn San Jose Airport City Mall
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

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 $189 total per night from Feb 15 to Feb 16
$189 total
per night
Feb 15 - Feb 16
Book a stay at this 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! (2,455 reviews)
Clean and comfortable room. Hundreds of wild parrots outside drown out airplane traffic. Bar and restaurant are good, but not special. Service was outstanding. Convenient if you want to drop off a rental car early. I walked back from Budget they take drops onsite for several brands. Pilots stay ...

Reviewed on Feb 5, 2026

Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport
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 $113 total per night from Feb 9 to Feb 10
$113 total
per night
Feb 9 - Feb 10
Book a stay at this family-friendly hotel in Ulloa. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (3,092 reviews)
Interesting room, we liked the loft! It was fun and different. Would stay again.

Reviewed on Feb 3, 2026

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Jose Aeropuerto, Costa Rica
Holiday Inn Express San Jose Costa Rica Airport by IHG

Holiday Inn Express San Jose Costa Rica Airport by IHG

3 out of 5
1 Km E from Juan SantaMaria Airport Rio Segundo Alajuela
The price is $203 total per night from Mar 1 to Mar 2
$203 total
per night
Mar 1 - Mar 2
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Rio Segundo. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,595 reviews)
Yes. It was great

Reviewed on Feb 7, 2026

Holiday Inn Express San Jose Costa Rica Airport by IHG
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 Rio Segundo Alajuela
The price is $214 total per night from Mar 5 to Mar 6
$214 total
per night
Mar 5 - Mar 6
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Rio Segundo. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the restaurant and the ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,003 reviews)
👍😇had a great time a comfortable hotel and very clean close to restaurant and very walkable

Reviewed on Feb 2, 2026

Courtyard by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela
Barceló San José

Barceló San José

4 out of 5
Autopista General Canas 3km San José San Jose
The price is $82 total per night from Feb 16 to Feb 17
$82 total
per night
Feb 16 - Feb 17
Book a stay at this 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! (1,885 reviews)
Great place to stay

Reviewed on Feb 3, 2026

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 $116 total per night from Feb 20 to Feb 21
$116 total
per night
Feb 20 - Feb 21
Stay at this hotel in San Antonio de Belen. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,008 reviews)
Property was gorgeous. English was not great but it is their country. Food and drinks were great. People were very friendly. I loved it. Highly recommended.

Reviewed on Feb 5, 2026

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 Alajuela Alajuela
The price is $124 total per night from Feb 18 to Feb 19
$124 total
per night
Feb 18 - Feb 19
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. ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (715 reviews)
The room was spotless and the staff were courteous!

Reviewed on Jan 28, 2026

Hotel La Guaria Inn & Suites
Hotel El Maragato

Hotel El Maragato

3 out of 5
Ave Central San José San Jose
Book a stay at this family-friendly hotel in San José. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Popular attractions Sabana Park and National ...
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
Book a stay at this 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)
Clean room. The staff is always helpful and friendly.

Reviewed on Jan 13, 2026

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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
Book a stay at this 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! (410 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
Book a stay at this 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, bicycle rentals nearby, cribs

Travelers say...
Clean room. The staff is always helpful and friendly.

Reviewed on Jan 13, 2026

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Hotel Luisiana
Trapp Family Country Inn

Trapp Family Country Inn

3 out of 5
400m west of soccer field San Antonio Alajuela
The price is $154 total per night from Mar 9 to Mar 10
$154 total
per night
Mar 9 - Mar 10
Stay at this inn in San Antonio. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (692 reviews)
The staff and service were so nice. We wish we could have stayed longer!

Reviewed on Jan 8, 2026

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

Are there non-stop flights from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to SJO?
You can find 3 carriers that fly nonstop from LAX to Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO), so you might want to start mulling over what types of things you like in an airline. Check which of these has just what you're after:

  • Alaska Airlines
  • Delta Air Lines
  • United Airlines

What is the shortest flight from LAX to Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO)?
With the quickest possible flight time from LAX to Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) being 10 hours and 25 minutes, we recommend you have a few in-flight survival strategies up your sleeve. Earplugs, a neck pillow and an eye-mask should be among the essentials that go into your carry-on bag.
How many hours flight from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport?
On a normal day, it takes 10 hours and 30 minutes to jet from LAX to SJO. Breeze through the flight by watching a few movies and getting stuck into a good book. Alternatively, use the time to catch up on some sleep.
What airlines have the most flights from LAX to Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport?
While you'll find several airlines advertising flights from LAX to Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport, there are a couple that regular travelers keep coming back to. United Airlines (UA) is among the best and has 49 flights each month. Alternatively, secure your favorite window (or aisle) seat with Delta Air Lines (DL). You'll have 41 monthly flights between Los Angeles and San José to select from with this airline.

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