Los Angeles to San José (Alajuela) (LAX–SJO) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
No flights match your filters.
No scheduled airline flights on this route — it's flown by charter / private operators (). No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
Most recently operated nonstop flights — the month shown is when each was last scheduled. Most destinations remain reachable with a connection.
No discontinued nonstop flights on record for this route.
LAX–SJO is served by 5 airlines with nonstop service. Alaska Airlines, Air France and Delta Air Lines lead the route. The flight covers 2,723 miles in approximately 5h 51m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AS Alaska Airlines | 4 | B38M | 5h51 | Oneworld | – | |
| AF Air France | 0 | – | – | SkyTeam | – | |
| DL Delta Air Lines | 0 | – | – | SkyTeam | – | |
| SY Sun Country Airlines | 0 | – | – | – | – | |
| UA United Airlines | 0 | – | – | Star Alliance | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach San José (Alajuela) from Los Angeles
| Metric | LAX→SJO | SAN→SJO |
|---|---|---|
| Distance from LAX | – | 109 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 5 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 4 | – |
| Flight time | 5h 51m | 5h 17m |
| Departure OTP | 79% | – |
Travel Essentials
LAX: PDT · SJO: CST
When it's 6:00 PM in Los Angeles, it's 7:00 PM in San José (Alajuela).
US passport holders enter Costa Rica visa-free for stays up to 180 days. No advance application is needed. Passport must be valid for at least one day beyond the date of entry. A return or onward ticket is required and airlines will check before boarding. Proof of funds (USD 100 per month of stay) may be requested at immigration.
FlyAway bus runs from Van Nuys and Union Station ($9.75, 30–50 min depending on traffic). LA Metro C Line connects to Aviation/LAX station; a free shuttle covers the last mile to terminals. Ride-shares cost $20–50 from downtown. Long-term parking lots A/B are walkable; remote Lot E requires a shuttle.
LAX–SJO Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from LAX to SJO
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) and Juan Santamaría International Airport (SJO) are connected by nonstop service from Alaska Airlines, Air France, Delta Air Lines, Sun Country Airlines and United Airlines. With 4 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
LAX to SJO Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from LAX to SJO is about 5 hours 51 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 2,723 miles (4,382 km). There are approximately 4 weekly flights outbound and 4 return, totaling 8 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via La Aurora, El Salvador and Guadalajara. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include San Diego (SAN).