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 $209 One Way, $454 Round Trip

Prices starting at $454 for return flights and $209 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, Aug 7 - Tue, Aug 18
LAX
Los Angeles
SJO
San José
$454 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$454
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Viva flight, departing Fri, Aug 7 from Los Angeles to San José, returning Tue, Aug 18, priced at $454 found 3 days ago
Fri, Aug 28 - Wed, Sep 16
LAX
Los Angeles
SJO
San José
$462 Roundtrip, found 20 hours ago
$462
Roundtrip
found 20 hours ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Fri, Aug 28 from Los Angeles to San José, returning Wed, Sep 16, priced at $462 found 20 hours ago
Fri, Aug 28 - Wed, Dec 2
LAX
Los Angeles
SJO
San José
$495 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$495
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select JetBlue Airways flight, departing Fri, Aug 28 from Los Angeles to San José, returning Wed, Dec 2, priced at $495 found 1 day ago
Tue, Nov 10 - Thu, Nov 19
LAX
Los Angeles
SJO
San José
$529 Roundtrip, found 20 hours ago
$529
Roundtrip
found 20 hours ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Tue, Nov 10 from Los Angeles to San José, returning Thu, Nov 19, priced at $529 found 20 hours ago
Sat, Nov 28 - Fri, Dec 4
LAX
Los Angeles
SJO
San José
$539 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$539
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select United flight, departing Sat, Nov 28 from Los Angeles to San José, returning Fri, Dec 4, priced at $539 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
$122 nightly
The price is $138 total per night from Jul 17 to Jul 18
$138 total
Jul 17 - Jul 18
Total with taxes and fees
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! (2,579 reviews)
"Room was very nice, included an iron, which many do not. Free breakfast was very good, as was the wifi. Restaurant was pretty basic, but our waitress Irene was super!"

Reviewed on Jul 13, 2026

Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport
Fairfield by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela

Fairfield by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela

3.5 out of 5
Radial Francisco J. Orlich Rio Segundo Alajuela
$95 nightly
The price is $107 total per night from Jul 22 to Jul 23
$107 total
Jul 22 - Jul 23
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Rio Segundo. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,150 reviews)
"we left at 4am, the shuttle bus to international air port is excellent!"

Reviewed on Jul 12, 2026

Fairfield by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela
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
$122 nightly
The price is $138 total per night from Jul 20 to Jul 21
$138 total
Jul 20 - Jul 21
Total with taxes and fees
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 ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,954 reviews)
"Clean room, friendly staff. Did see roaches when approaching the elevator"

Reviewed on Jul 13, 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
$122 nightly
The price is $138 total per night from Jul 17 to Jul 18
$138 total
Jul 17 - Jul 18
Total with taxes and fees
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! (2,579 reviews)
"Room was very nice, included an iron, which many do not. Free breakfast was very good, as was the wifi. Restaurant was pretty basic, but our waitress Irene was super!"

Reviewed on Jul 13, 2026

Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport
Fairfield by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela

Fairfield by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela

3.5 out of 5
Radial Francisco J. Orlich Rio Segundo Alajuela
$95 nightly
The price is $107 total per night from Jul 22 to Jul 23
$107 total
Jul 22 - Jul 23
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Rio Segundo. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,150 reviews)
"we left at 4am, the shuttle bus to international air port is excellent!"

Reviewed on Jul 12, 2026

Fairfield by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela
DoubleTree by Hilton Cariari - San Jose Costa Rica

DoubleTree by Hilton Cariari - San Jose Costa Rica

5 out of 5
Autopista Grl. Canas, Cruce San Antonio La Asunción
$112 nightly
The price is $127 total per night from Jul 27 to Jul 28
$127 total
Jul 27 - Jul 28
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in La Asunción. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,021 reviews)
"The shuttle service was a big disappointment, especially since I took the time to call the hotel and ask for specific instructions. Everything else was 5 stars."

Reviewed on Jul 13, 2026

DoubleTree by Hilton Cariari - 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 Rio Segundo Alajuela
$119 nightly
The price is $135 total per night from Jul 20 to Jul 21
$135 total
Jul 20 - Jul 21
Total with taxes and fees
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 ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,010 reviews)
"Clean, friendly staff, and convenient free shuttle. Lots of restaurants across the street."

Reviewed on Jul 13, 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
$95 nightly
The price is $107 total per night from Aug 11 to Aug 12
$107 total
Aug 11 - Aug 12
Total with taxes and fees
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. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,107 reviews)
"The bartenders at the pool (Orlando) and inside (Actual) were great even though they ran out of beer, not their fault😂. I didn’t understand the cashiers job, wasted money as they did nothing but stare at their phones or read books. Not even help others with what they do, an efficiency expert would ..."

Reviewed on Jul 12, 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
$104 nightly
The price is $117 total per night from Jul 27 to Jul 28
$117 total
Jul 27 - Jul 28
Total with taxes and fees
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! (999 reviews)
"The grounds garden and pool were very beautiful and clean. The restaurant was amazing and included a full bar. They even had a space that allowed the dog to dine with us. The staff was super friendly and accommodating. The rooms were clean and water pressure in the shower was great! We would stay ..."

Reviewed on Jun 30, 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
$69 nightly
The price is $78 total per night from Jul 18 to Jul 19
$78 total
Jul 18 - Jul 19
Total with taxes and fees
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! (743 reviews)
"Super clean room, very nice staff. I loved the pool area, very relaxing. We didn't eat breakfast cause we were sick, but it looked good. I will stay there again for sure."

Reviewed on Jun 30, 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 ...
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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
$99 nightly
The price is $112 total per night from Jul 14 to Jul 15
$112 total
Jul 14 - Jul 15
Total with taxes and fees
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 ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)
"Son muy inflexibles con las horas de salida y encontré visible insectos desagradables"

Reviewed on Jun 11, 2026

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
$99 nightly
The price is $112 total per night from Jul 14 to Jul 15
$112 total
Jul 14 - Jul 15
Total with taxes and fees
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 ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)

Families like: Kids pool, bicycle rentals nearby, cribs

Travelers say...
"Son muy inflexibles con las horas de salida y encontré visible insectos desagradables"

Reviewed on Jun 11, 2026

Hotel Luisiana
Trapp Family Country Inn

Trapp Family Country Inn

3 out of 5
400m west of soccer field San Antonio Alajuela
$107 nightly
The price is $121 total per night from Jul 14 to Jul 15
$121 total
Jul 14 - Jul 15
Total with taxes and fees
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 ...
9/10 Wonderful! (709 reviews)
"They just finished painting the pool edge...looks great. This is our 3 year at the Trapp Family Inn. The only thing that was different was it was warmer than usually in San Jose than in previous years. The rooms were definitely warmer, but we were glad we had ceiling fans. Service, Food, and hospitality ..."

Reviewed on Jun 1, 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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