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Los Angeles.$33 per passenger.Departing Thu, Feb 26.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departing from San Jose International on Thu, Feb 26, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $33, select.
Los Angeles.$33 per passenger.Departing Thu, Jan 29.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departing from San Jose International on Thu, Jan 29, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $33, select.
Los Angeles.$35 per passenger.Departing Sun, Mar 1.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departing from San Jose International on Sun, Mar 1, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $35, select.
Los Angeles.$88 per passenger.Departing Sat, Jun 20.One-way flight with Delta.Outbound direct flight with Delta departing from San Jose International on Sat, Jun 20, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $88, select.
Los Angeles.$88 per passenger.Departing Fri, May 8.One-way flight with Delta.Outbound direct flight with Delta departing from San Jose International on Fri, May 8, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $88, select.
Los Angeles.$98 per passenger.Departing Tue, Aug 18.One-way flight with Delta.Outbound direct flight with Delta departing from San Jose International on Tue, Aug 18, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $98, select.
Los Angeles.$98 per passenger.Departing Wed, Apr 29.One-way flight with Delta.Outbound direct flight with Delta departing from San Jose International on Wed, Apr 29, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $98, select.
Los Angeles.$98 per passenger.Departing Wed, Jul 1.One-way flight with Delta.Outbound direct flight with Delta departing from San Jose International on Wed, Jul 1, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $98, select.

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

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like San Jose to Los Angeles flights are currently cheapest in January.
Dec
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Jan
from $33
Feb
from $33
Mar
from $35
Apr
from $98
May
from $88
Jun
from $88
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Aug
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Direct flights from San Jose to Los Angeles

Alternative San Jose to Los Angeles routes

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San Jose to Los Angeles: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$33
Cheapest month to flyJanuary
Average flight time1 hr, 26 mins
Most popular airlineSouthwest Airlines
Average flights per week342

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

There are 7 airports in Los Angeles: Hawthorne, Burbank, Los Angeles International, Long Beach Municipal, Los Angeles Van Nuys, Santa Ana John Wayne, and Ontario International.
The best price we found for a round-trip flight from San Jose to Los Angeles is $65. 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.
1 hour and 26 minutes is the average flight time from San Jose to Los Angeles.
Southwest Airlines, WestJet and LATAM Airlines fly direct from San Jose to Los Angeles.
There are 342 flights per week flying from San Jose to Los Angeles, as of December 2025.
The cheapest month to fly from San Jose to Los Angeles is usually January.
If you're flying from San Jose, the cheapest airport near Los Angeles is Los Angeles International – which is 12.2 miles away from the center of Los Angeles. We've found flights to this airport from $65.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from San Jose to Los Angeles on Thursday, January 8, 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 26 minutes.
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 Los Angeles 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.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar, and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Los Angeles is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In December, the average temperature is usually around 53°F. August is typically the warmest month in Los Angeles, when it usually averages around 86°F. You can expect the least rain in August. The coldest month is December, with temperatures averaging 45°F. The rainiest month is February.
The cheapest airline that flies to Los Angeles is Frontier Airlines.

Traveling from San Jose to Los Angeles: what you need to know

  • Start your trip at Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport (SJC), the main airport in San Jose. Search for flights from San Jose to Los Angeles that leave from this base.

  • The major arrival points in Los Angeles are Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) and Van Nuys Airport (VNY).

  • Hop on a direct San Jose to Los Angeles flight and you'll be in the air for an average of 1 hour 25 minutes.

  • San Jose and Los Angeles are in the UTC-7 timezone. This means you won't need to account for any time differences.

  • The most popular route for flights from San Jose to Los Angeles is from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport (SJC) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX). There are 95 weekly services between these two airports. If you'd like to head off as soon as possible, the earliest flight from SJC to LAX is the 06:15 Alaska Airlines service. If you prefer to leave later in the day, the last scheduled departure is at 21:30 with Southwest Airlines.

  • To ensure you get on your San Jose to Los Angeles flight, allow plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule to follow.

  • During popular months like August, you'll want to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're traveling during a peak period in general.

How to find the cheapest flights from San Jose to Los Angeles

  • $33 is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from San Jose to Los Angeles. Return flights start at $65. These prices can change depending on demand.

  • Score cheap San Jose to Los Angeles flights by booking two months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for finding a bargain.

  • The best month for scoring cheap plane tickets from San Jose to Los Angeles is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare all available prices, then choose the dates offering the lowest fares.

  • Spend less time searching for cheap flights from San Jose to Los Angeles by creating a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification on the app when a special offer becomes available.

  • Tailor your travel plans using filters. Choose your arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' San Jose to Los Angeles flights.

Flying from San Jose

Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport (SJC)

  • You can catch a direct flight from San Jose to Los Angeles taking off from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport (SJC). Start your journey at SJC and end it at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX).

  • Choose from a range of airlines offering direct San Jose to Los Angeles plane tickets with departures from SJC, including:

  • Located around 3 miles from the center of San Jose, SJC can be reached in about 10 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport will take roughly 45 minutes.

  • Booked an early flight from San Jose to Los Angeles? Avoid rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays near Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport:

  • Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport earns top marks for its on-time performance. 84.69% of flights that take off from SJC arrive at their destination on time.

  • You'll find SJC at 1701 Airport Boulevard, Suite B-1130.

Arriving in Los Angeles

Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)

  • Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to central Los Angeles takes around 30 minutes to reach by car. The center is roughly 12 miles away.

  • It typically takes 55 minutes to get there on public transport.

  • The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from San Jose to Los Angeles. Book one of these accommodation options near LAX instead:

  • Explore without limits with a Los Angeles International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Dollar, Thrifty or Hertz and venture far and wide through Los Angeles and beyond.

  • Reserving your vehicle from Los Angeles International Airport about one week in advance boosts your odds of scoring a great price.

  • The address for LAX is One World Way.

Van Nuys Airport (VNY)

  • Van Nuys Airport (VNY) is around 18 miles from central Los Angeles. Once you've hopped off your flight from San Jose to Los Angeles, it'll take you approximately 35 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.

  • If you hop on public transport, you'll get to the city center in 1 hour 40 minutes or so.

  • You'll find some comfortable places to call home for the night near VNY. Tuck yourself in after your San Jose to Los Angeles flight at one of these perfectly located options:

  • No time to waste? The fastest way to get to where you're going is with a Van Nuys Airport rental car. Collect your wheels from Budget, Dollar or Hertz and set off in the blink of an eye.

  • Get your preferred vehicle, not just whatever's left, by booking your ride from VNY before your arrival. You can also avoid last-minute price surges, especially during peak travel times.

Best time to go to Los Angeles

  • May is the quietest month for flights from San Jose to Los Angeles, while July is the busiest. Choose the best time to go to Los Angeles based on whether you want a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.

  • Book a San Jose to Los Angeles ticket departing in August if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Los Angeles to range from 61ºF to 90ºF.

  • Search for cheap flights from San Jose to Los Angeles in February if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 43ºF and 79ºF on average.

More about Los Angeles

  • When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Los Angeles right here. Check out these hotels as soon as you've booked your flight from San Jose to Los Angeles:

  • Every great journey has to include a little sightseeing. Griffith Observatory, The Broad and La Brea Tar Pits & Museum are must-do's during your Los Angeles adventure.

Explore more of United States

  • San Diego is just one of the many places in United States waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Los Angeles. Around 110 miles to the south-east, check out popular attractions including San Diego Zoo, USS Midway Museum and SeaWorld San Diego.

  • Around 310 miles north-west of Los Angeles, San Jose is another favorite stop in United States. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Winchester Mystery House, Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum and San Jose Museum of Art.

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