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Flight deals from Los Angeles to San Jose International

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Los Angeles to San Jose International Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $67. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

San Jose.$62 per passenger.Departing Mon, 26 Oct, returning Mon, 2 Nov.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from Los Angeles International on Mon, 26 Oct, arriving in San Jose International.Inbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from San Jose International on Mon, 2 Nov, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $62, select.

San Jose.$67 per passenger.Departing Mon, 5 Oct, returning Thu, 22 Oct.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from Los Angeles International on Mon, 5 Oct, arriving in San Jose International.Inbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from San Jose International on Thu, 22 Oct, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $67, select.

San Jose.$74 per passenger.Departing Mon, 28 Sep, returning Mon, 5 Oct.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from Los Angeles International on Mon, 28 Sep, arriving in San Jose International.Inbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from San Jose International on Mon, 5 Oct, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $74, select.

San Jose.$95 per passenger.Departing Mon, 2 Nov, returning Thu, 5 Nov.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from Los Angeles International on Mon, 2 Nov, arriving in San Jose International.Inbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from San Jose International on Thu, 5 Nov, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $95, select.

San Jose.$122 per passenger.Departing Thu, 3 Dec, returning Sun, 6 Dec.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from Los Angeles International on Thu, 3 Dec, arriving in San Jose International.Inbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from San Jose International on Sun, 6 Dec, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $122, select.

San Jose.$129 per passenger.Departing Mon, 28 Sep, returning Tue, 22 Dec.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from Los Angeles International on Mon, 28 Sep, arriving in San Jose International.Inbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from San Jose International on Tue, 22 Dec, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $129, select.

San Jose.$153 per passenger.Departing Tue, 12 Jan, returning Sat, 16 Jan.Return flight with Alaska Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Alaska Airlines departs from Los Angeles International on Tue, 12 Jan, arriving in San Jose International.Inbound direct flight with Alaska Airlines departs from San Jose International on Sat, 16 Jan, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $153, select.

San Jose.$158 per passenger.Departing Thu, 18 Feb, returning Wed, 24 Feb.Return flight with Alaska Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Alaska Airlines departs from Los Angeles International on Thu, 18 Feb, arriving in San Jose International.Inbound direct flight with Alaska Airlines departs from San Jose International on Wed, 24 Feb, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $158, select.

San Jose.$158 per passenger.Departing Tue, 17 Nov, returning Tue, 8 Dec.Return flight with Alaska Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Alaska Airlines departs from Los Angeles International on Tue, 17 Nov, arriving in San Jose International.Inbound direct flight with Alaska Airlines departs from San Jose International on Tue, 8 Dec, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $158, select.

San Jose.$162 per passenger.Departing Mon, 22 Feb, returning Mon, 1 Mar.Return flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Los Angeles International on Mon, 22 Feb, arriving in San Jose International.Inbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from San Jose International on Mon, 1 Mar, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $162, select.

San Jose.$162 per passenger.Departing Wed, 30 Sep, returning Wed, 30 Sep.Return flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Los Angeles International on Wed, 30 Sep, arriving in San Jose International.Inbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from San Jose International on Wed, 30 Sep, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $162, select.

San Jose.$206 per passenger.Departing Fri, 11 Dec, returning Sun, 3 Jan.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from Los Angeles International on Fri, 11 Dec, arriving in San Jose International.Inbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from San Jose International on Sun, 3 Jan, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $206, select.

San Jose.$273 per passenger.Departing Thu, 4 Mar, returning Sun, 7 Mar.Return flight with Delta.Outbound direct flight with Delta departs from Los Angeles International on Thu, 4 Mar, arriving in San Jose International.Inbound direct flight with Delta departs from San Jose International on Sun, 7 Mar, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $273, select.

San Jose.$274 per passenger.Departing Fri, 29 Jan, returning Wed, 3 Feb.Return flight with Delta.Outbound direct flight with Delta departs from Los Angeles International on Fri, 29 Jan, arriving in San Jose International.Inbound direct flight with Delta departs from San Jose International on Wed, 3 Feb, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $274, select.

San Jose.$357 per passenger.Departing Fri, 23 Apr, returning Mon, 26 Apr.Return flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Los Angeles International on Fri, 23 Apr, arriving in San Jose International.Inbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from San Jose International on Mon, 26 Apr, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $357, select.

San Jose.$357 per passenger.Departing Sat, 1 May, returning Sat, 8 May.Return flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Los Angeles International on Sat, 1 May, arriving in San Jose International.Inbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from San Jose International on Sat, 8 May, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $357, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Los Angeles to San Jose International

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Los Angeles to San Jose International flights are currently cheapest in October.

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Direct flights from Los Angeles to San Jose International

Los Angeles to San Jose International: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Los Angeles to San Jose below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than San Jose International.

Los Angeles to San Jose: Flight information

The things to know before you go.

Cheapest flight found	$62
Cheapest month to fly	October
Average flight time	1 hr, 17 mins
Most popular airline	Southwest Airlines
Average flights per week	810

Finding cheap flights from Los Angeles to San Jose International: Frequently asked questions

How much are return flights from Los Angeles to San Jose International?

The best price we found for a return flight from Los Angeles to San Jose International is $62. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.

How long does it take to fly from Los Angeles to San Jose International?

1 hour and 17 minutes is the average flight time from Los Angeles to San Jose International.

Which airlines fly direct from Los Angeles to San Jose International?

Southwest Airlines, Aeromexico and Delta fly direct from Los Angeles to San Jose International.

How many flights are there a week from Los Angeles to San Jose International?

As of September 2026, there are 810 flights per week flying from Los Angeles to San Jose International.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Los Angeles to San Jose International?

The cheapest month to fly from Los Angeles to San Jose International is usually October.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Los Angeles to San Jose International Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Los Angeles to San Jose International Airport on Monday, 26 October 2026.

Can I get a direct flight from Los Angeles to San Jose International Airport?

Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 17 minutes.

How can I find the best flight deal to San Jose International?

We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to San Jose International but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

When is the best time to book flights to San Jose?

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to San Jose is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly from Los Angeles to San Jose International with?

The cheapest airline that flies to San Jose International is Frontier Airlines .

Flying from Los Angeles to San Jose Mineta International Airport (SJC): What you need to know

Put your plans into motion at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX), the main airport in Los Angeles. Search for flights from Los Angeles to San Jose Mineta International Airport (SJC) that take off from this base.
Expect to be travelling for 1 hour 20 minutes. That's the average duration of a direct Los Angeles to San Jose Mineta International Airport flight.
Los Angeles and San Jose (where San Jose Mineta International Airport is located) share the UTC-8 timezone. That means you won't have to change your watch on arrival.
You can choose from 96 direct weekly services between Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) and San Jose Mineta International Airport (SJC). This is the most popular route when departing from Los Angeles.
Leave enough time to catch your flight from Los Angeles to SJC. A good rule of thumb is to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a peak time like December? Popular periods (like spring break and New Year) can add another hour at check-in and security. Be extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.

Airports in Los Angeles

Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)

Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) is a convenient option for travelling directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from Los Angeles to San Jose Mineta International Airport (SJC) take off from this terminal.
These are some of the well-known carriers operating direct flights from Los Angeles to San Jose Mineta International Airport jetting out of LAX:
The airline with the highest booking numbers between LAX and SJC is Delta.
With a dependable 87.04% of services landing on schedule, Southwest Airlines is the best-performing carrier for punctuality on this route.
Located around 29 kilometres from the centre of Los Angeles, LAX can be reached in about 35 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport takes roughly 1 hour.
Catching an early flight from Los Angeles to San Jose Mineta International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some bonus sleep) by picking one of these hotels near Los Angeles International Airport:
81% of flights leaving Los Angeles International Airport touch down at their destination as planned. With its solid on-time performance, you're unlikely to experience delays when jetting out of LAX.
You'll find LAX at One World Way.

Van Nuys Airport (VNY)

VNY is about 29 kilometres from central Los Angeles. It'll take 35 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 1 hour 15 minutes.
Kick off your holiday early with an additional night away from home. Before catching your Los Angeles to SJC flight, stay in one of these hotels near Van Nuys Airport:

About San Jose Mineta International Airport (SJC)

The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Los Angeles to San Jose Mineta International Airport. Make yourself comfy at one of these accommodation options near SJC instead:
Go where the road takes you with a San Jose Mineta International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Europcar, Fox - Rent A Car or Dollar and see more of San Jose and beyond.
Lock in the best deal by reserving your vehicle around one week before your Los Angeles to San Jose Mineta International Airport flight.
SJC is located at 1701 Airport Boulevard, Suite B-1130.

Getting from San Jose Mineta International Airport (SJC) to central San Jose

From San Jose Mineta International Airport, central San Jose is around 6 kilometres away. It takes about 10 minutes to get to the city centre by car.
It typically takes 30 minutes when travelling by public transport.

How to find the cheapest flights from Los Angeles to San Jose Mineta International Airport (SJC)

$29 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Los Angeles to San Jose Mineta International Airport. Return flights start from $62. These prices may change based on demand and availability.
Booking in advance is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Los Angeles to SJC. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more it could cost you.
Affordable Los Angeles to San Jose Mineta International Airport tickets are easier to find when your dates are flexible. Use the 'Whole month' search function to compare fares across the month and then choose the cheapest day.
Save time searching for cheap plane tickets from Los Angeles to SJC by setting up a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or push notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Hunt for savings on a flight from Los Angeles to San Jose Mineta International Airport with the help of the filters. Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest.'

The best time to fly from Los Angeles to San Jose Mineta International Airport (SJC)

Picture the kind of break you want when deciding when to fly. September is the quietest month to go to San Jose. May is when most people book flights from Los Angeles to San Jose Mineta International Airport (SJC), which may be ideal if you're chasing more action.
The warmest month in San Jose is August, with temperatures ranging between 11ºC (52ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Book your Los Angeles to SJC plane ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
Search for cheap tickets from Los Angeles to San Jose Mineta International Airport in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 3ºC (37ºF) and 18ºC (64ºF).

More about San Jose

Start your San Jose trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Los Angeles to San Jose Mineta International Airport, browse our selection of hotels including:
All great adventures should include a little sightseeing. Japantown (San Jose), Winchester Mystery House and The Tech Interactive are must-do's during your San Jose adventure.

Explore more of the United States

You've seen San Jose, now it's time to explore other corners of the United States. Journey around 209 kilometres east to Fresno to tick off its top sights. From Forestiere Underground Gardens to Shinzen Japanese Garden and Fresno Chaffee Zoo, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
If you're eager to discover another major stop in the United States, consider Sacramento, roughly 137 kilometres north of San Jose. Old Sacramento Waterfront, California State Railroad Museum and Old Sacramento State Historic Park are among its highlights.