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 $199 One Way, $471 Round Trip

Prices starting at $471 for return flights and $199 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.

Tue, Aug 18 - Tue, Sep 1
LAX
Los Angeles
SJO
San José
$471 Roundtrip, found 2 hours ago
$471
Roundtrip
found 2 hours ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Tue, Aug 18 from Los Angeles to San José, returning Tue, Sep 1, priced at $471 found 2 hours ago
Tue, Aug 11 - Tue, Aug 18
LAX
Los Angeles
SJO
San José
$486 Roundtrip, found 16 hours ago
$486
Roundtrip
found 16 hours ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Tue, Aug 11 from Los Angeles to San José, returning Tue, Aug 18, priced at $486 found 16 hours ago
Mon, Jul 6 - Sun, Jul 12
LAX
Los Angeles
SJO
San José
$494 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$494
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Viva flight, departing Mon, Jul 6 from Los Angeles to San José, returning Sun, Jul 12, priced at $494 found 2 days ago
Tue, Feb 23 - Sat, Feb 27
LAX
Los Angeles
SJO
San José
$552 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$552
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Tue, Feb 23 from Los Angeles to San José, returning Sat, Feb 27, priced at $552 found 4 days ago
Tue, Feb 23 - Sat, Feb 27
LAX
Los Angeles
SJO
San José
$556 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$556
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select United flight, departing Tue, Feb 23 from Los Angeles to San José, returning Sat, Feb 27, priced at $556 found 4 days 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
$134 nightly
The price is $151 total per night from Jun 19 to Jun 20
$151 total
Jun 19 - Jun 20
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! (2,508 reviews)
"Very comfortable. Great Staff."

Reviewed on May 18, 2026

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
$125 nightly
The price is $141 total per night from Jun 19 to Jun 20
$141 total
Jun 19 - Jun 20
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! (1,797 reviews)
"Endroit propre et près de l’aéroport! Les déjeuners sont bons et le personnel accueillant."

Reviewed on May 18, 2026

Hilton Garden Inn San Jose Airport City Mall
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
$139 nightly
The price is $157 total per night from Jun 12 to Jun 13
$157 total
Jun 12 - Jun 13
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! (1,184 reviews)
"This was a perfect place to stay if arriving in San Jose late or having an early morning flight. It was extremely clean and the staff was friendly. There is a Walmart right next to the property and across the street are several restaurants to choose from if you didn’t have a car. I would highly recommend ..."

Reviewed on May 18, 2026

Fairfield 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

Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport

Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport

3 out of 5
Hwy 1 Airport Blvd Rio Segundo
$134 nightly
The price is $151 total per night from Jun 19 to Jun 20
$151 total
Jun 19 - Jun 20
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! (2,508 reviews)
"Very comfortable. Great Staff."

Reviewed on May 18, 2026

Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport
Costa Rica Marriott Hotel Hacienda Belen

Costa Rica Marriott Hotel Hacienda Belen

4.5 out of 5
700 meters West from Bridgestone/Firest La Asunción Heredia
$151 nightly
The price is $171 total per night from Jun 5 to Jun 6
$171 total
Jun 5 - Jun 6
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this luxury resort in La Asunción. Enjoy 2 outdoor pools, a full-service spa, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,005 reviews)
"Lovely resort!!!!"

Reviewed on May 14, 2026

Costa Rica Marriott Hotel Hacienda Belen
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
$125 nightly
The price is $141 total per night from Jun 19 to Jun 20
$141 total
Jun 19 - Jun 20
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! (1,797 reviews)
"Endroit propre et près de l’aéroport! Les déjeuners sont bons et le personnel accueillant."

Reviewed on May 18, 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.

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
$139 nightly
The price is $158 total per night from Jun 5 to Jun 6
$158 total
Jun 5 - Jun 6
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! (1,004 reviews)
"Good hotel and great location for flying in/out of SJO. Airport shuttle runs every 30 minutes starting at 4:00a.m.."

Reviewed on May 11, 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
$120 nightly
The price is $136 total per night from May 24 to May 25
$136 total
May 24 - May 25
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! (2,064 reviews)
"everything went great and the staff were very friendly and helpful, breakfast was amazing 😋 not too close to get to places but was very nice 👍"

Reviewed on May 19, 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
$105 nightly
The price is $119 total per night from May 20 to May 21
$119 total
May 20 - May 21
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! (1,005 reviews)
"Excellent option close to airport. Staff was impeccable"

Reviewed on May 6, 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
$72 nightly
The price is $81 total per night from May 27 to May 28
$81 total
May 27 - May 28
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! (732 reviews)
"ok"

Reviewed on May 14, 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 May 20 to May 21
$112 total
May 20 - May 21
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)
"Very nice hotel for a good value"

Reviewed on May 6, 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 May 20 to May 21
$112 total
May 20 - May 21
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 ...
Hotel Luisiana
Trapp Family Country Inn

Trapp Family Country Inn

3 out of 5
400m west of soccer field San Antonio Alajuela
$101 nightly
The price is $114 total per night from Jun 17 to Jun 18
$114 total
Jun 17 - Jun 18
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! (708 reviews)
"Beautiful oasis in the city. The perfect place to spend a night before our early morning flight. The owner was so friendly and kind. She helped us get a taxi to the airport and even noticed we had a surfboard with us and arranged for us to get a bigger vehicle to make sure it fit. We highly recommend ..."

Reviewed on Apr 26, 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.

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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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