Cheap flights from Los Angeles to San Jose

Flight deals from Los Angeles to San Jose

Below you can see the best deals on flights Los Angeles — San Jose for upcoming dates. Direct and connecting flights from various airlines — compare prices and choose the right ticket.

The lowest price for the next 2 months is on 29 September, from $21.

Top 10 cheap flights from Los Angeles to San Jose

About the Los Angeles — San Jose flight

Looking for cheap flights from Los Angeles to San Jose? Compare fares from different airlines, check the flight schedule and travel time — and book your Los Angeles — San Jose ticket online at the best price.

The route has direct flights — around 446 flights per week, flights are operated by Delta, Southwest Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines, American Airlines and 8 more airlines, a nonstop flight takes about 1 h 15 min, the distance between the cities is around 491 km.

Planning your trip? You may find our San Jose travel guide, how to get from the airport into town and San Jose weather forecast useful. To catch a low fare, use the low-price calendar and the monthly price chart on this page.

from $21Min. price

SeptemberCheapest

MayPeak season

YesDirect flights

491 kmDistance

1 h 15 minTravel time

21Airlines

446 / wkFlights

Flight schedule from Los Angeles to San Jose

The table shows direct flights from Los Angeles to San Jose on the selected date. The flight takes approximately 1 h 15 min. Regular flights are operated by Delta, Southwest Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines and American Airlines. Departures from Los Angeles International Airport and Ontario International Airport airports, arrivals at Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport.

For each flight, the following details are shown: departure time (local), arrival city and airport, flight number and airline, terminal or gate, and status. Click on a flight to open its details and go to ticket search. To view flights on a different day, change the date above the table.

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Below is a calendar of the lowest flight ticket prices for Los Angeles — San Jose by day. Pick a convenient date and instantly see the fare. The cheapest flights on this route start from $21 in September, and the most expensive are around $117 in May. If your travel dates are flexible, the calendar will help you find the best price for your preferred period. To view round-trip fares, switch to the "Round trip" tab above the calendar, select your departure date — and the right-hand calendar will highlight the lowest prices for return flights on each day.

Prices by month

Average one-way fares from Los Angeles to San Jose by month. Tickets are usually cheapest in January (around $82) and priciest in July (about $122) — use the table and chart below to pick the best time to fly.

Month	Average price	Level	Month	Average price	Level	Month	Average price	Level
Jan	$82	low	May	$103	medium	Sep	$86	low
Feb	$86	low	Jun	$118	high	Oct	$82	low
Mar	$103	medium	Jul	$122	high	Nov	$112	high
Apr	$97	medium	Aug	$92	medium	Dec	$122	high

Some values are estimated based on seasonality.

When to fly

Weather in San Jose: it is warmest in August (up to 28 °C on average) and coolest in January (around 15 °C). The driest month is June.

Tickets are usually cheapest in September and most expensive in May. Compare prices and weather by month in the charts below to pick the best time to fly.

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How to get the best deal on a Los Angeles — San Jose ticket

Book ahead: fares for Los Angeles — San Jose are usually lower 3–8 weeks before departure than at the last minute.
Play with your dates — Tuesday, Wednesday and Saturday departures are often cheaper than Friday and Sunday.
Los Angeles is served by more than one airport — compare fares and travel time to each before you book.
The cheapest month to fly to San Jose is usually September — plan your trip around it if your dates are flexible.
Compare direct and connecting flights: nonstop is faster, while a connection is sometimes noticeably cheaper.
Watch the low-price calendar and the monthly price trend on this page — they make it easier to catch a good date.
Travelling light? Pick a cabin-baggage-only fare — tickets without checked luggage are noticeably cheaper.
Get to the airport in good time — about 2–3 hours before an international departure and roughly an hour before a domestic one.

Flights on the Los Angeles — San Jose route are operated by 12 airlines; Delta runs the most flights (around 21% of all flights). Compare carriers, flight shares and schedules below.

DeltaDL
31x/week
WebsiteFleet: 986190M pax/year
- Direct flight LAX → SJC31x/week
  Duration
  1h 16m
  Days
  MTWTFSS
21.1%Open →
Southwest AirlinesWN
31x/week
WebsiteFleet: 817140M pax/year
- Direct flight LAX → SJC27x/week
  Duration
  1h 12m
  Days
  MTWTFSS
- Direct flight ONT → SJC4x/week
  Duration
  1h 12m
  Days
  MTWTFSS
21.1%Open →
Hawaiian AirlinesHA
29x/week
WebsiteFleet: 7511M pax/year
- Direct flight LAX → SJC29x/week
19.7%
American AirlinesAA
16x/week
WebsiteFleet: 965211M pax/year
- Direct flight LAX → SJC16x/week
  Duration
  1h 21m
  Days
  MTWTFSS
11.0%Open →
British AirwaysBA
10x/week
WebsiteFleet: 29243M pax/year
- Direct flight LAX → SJC10x/week
7.0%Open →
Air Tahiti NuiTN
6x/week
WebsiteFleet: 4450k pax/year
- Direct flight LAX → SJC6x/week
4.3%Open →
Frontier AirlinesF9
5x/week
WebsiteFleet: 15329M pax/year
- Direct flight LAX → SJC5x/week
  Duration
  1h 18m
  Days
  MTWTFSS
3.1%Open →
Alaska AirlinesAS
5x/week
WebsiteFleet: 31545M pax/year
- Direct flight LAX → SJC5x/week
  Duration
  1h 24m
  Days
  MTWTFSS
3.1%Open →
Korean AirKE
4x/week
WebsiteFleet: 16025M pax/year
- Direct flight LAX → SJC4x/week
  Duration
  1h 18m
  Days
  MTWTFSS
2.5%Open →
IberiaIB
3x/week
WebsiteFleet: 9224M pax/year
- Direct flight LAX → SJC3x/week
2.0%Open →
WestJetWS
2x/week
WebsiteFleet: 15325M pax/year
- Direct flight LAX → SJC2x/week
  Duration
  1h 18m
  Days
  MTWTFSS
1.1%Open →
El AlLY
1x/week
WebsiteFleet: 485.5M pax/year
- Direct flight LAX → SJC1x/week
  Days
  MTWTFSS
0.7%Open →

Cities and airports on the Los Angeles — San Jose route

Flights Los Angeles — San Jose depart from Los Angeles International Airport and Ontario International Airport and arrive at Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport. Below are pages for the cities, countries, and airports on the route: airlines, schedules, and travel guides.

Departure

Los Angeles

LAX

United States

About the city How to get there Weather All about the country United States

Arrival

San Jose

SJC

United States

About the city How to get there Weather All about the country United States

Departure airports

Los Angeles International AirportLAX
About the airport
Ontario International AirportONT
About the airport

Arrival airports

Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International AirportSJC
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Frequently asked questions about the Los Angeles — San Jose flight

How long is the flight from Los Angeles to San Jose?

A nonstop Los Angeles — San Jose flight takes about 1 h 15 min — the distance between the cities is around 491 km.

How far is it from Los Angeles to San Jose?

The distance from Los Angeles to San Jose is about 491 km, which a nonstop flight covers in around 1 h 15 min.

Are there direct flights from Los Angeles to San Jose?

Yes, there are nonstop flights Los Angeles — San Jose — around 446 flights per week.

Which airlines fly from Los Angeles to San Jose?

Airlines operating Los Angeles — San Jose include Delta, Southwest Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines, American Airlines, British Airways. See the full list with schedules in the "Airlines" section on this page.

Which airports do Los Angeles — San Jose flights use?

Flights from Los Angeles depart from Los Angeles International Airport, Ontario International Airport, and arrive at Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport. If a city has more than one airport, check which one your ticket uses before you travel.

How much is a ticket from Los Angeles to San Jose?

The price of a Los Angeles — San Jose ticket depends on your travel date, season and demand: it is usually cheapest to fly in September, and most expensive in May. Tickets typically cost between $21 and $117. Check the current lowest fare and low-price calendar on this page.

When is the best time to book flights Los Angeles — San Jose?

Flights Los Angeles — San Jose are usually cheaper when booked in advance — a few weeks before departure and away from peak dates; the most budget-friendly month to fly is September. Compare prices by month in the price trend chart on this page.

How can I find the cheapest flights from Los Angeles to San Jose?

To catch a low fare Los Angeles — San Jose, book a few weeks in advance, keep your dates flexible, and compare airlines and connecting options. The low-price calendar and monthly price chart on this page show the cheapest days and months at a glance: the most budget-friendly month to fly is usually September.

How early should I arrive at the airport?

For international flights, plan to be at the airport about 2–3 hours before departure, and around an hour before a domestic flight. Allow extra time during busy travel seasons and at large hubs, where check-in and security lines can be longer.

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