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Cheapest return flight
₹ 10,615
Typical prices: ₹ 14,039-₹ 31,306
Alaska Airlines
Wed 14/11Wed 14/11
LAX - SJC • Direct
Cheapest one-way flight
₹ 5,592
Typical prices: ₹ 8,986-₹ 22,497
Delta
Sun 11/11
LAX - SJC • Direct
Direct flights
You can fly direct with Delta, Southwest, and others. Average duration is 1h 18m.
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Avoid delays
Most punctual • 92% on-time
Best time • Fewest delays
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in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 7 weeks in advance save around 63% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 20% price drop
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Cheapest • Avg ₹ 30,277 (return)
Shortest trip • 5h (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Los Angeles to San Jose (LAX-SJC)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Los Angeles to San Jose

Sat, 14 Nov - Sat, 14 Nov
Alaska Airlines Logo
14:59 - 16:19LAX  Los Angeles-SJC San Jose
1h 20mdirect
Alaska Airlines Logo
17:24 - 18:43SJC  San Jose-LAX Los Angeles
1h 19mdirect
₹ 10,615Alaska Airlines
Wed, 11 Nov - Mon, 16 Nov
Delta Logo
09:24 - 10:40LAX  Los Angeles-SJC San Jose
1h 16mdirect
Delta Logo
07:00 - 08:29SJC  San Jose-LAX Los Angeles
1h 29mdirect
₹ 11,089Delta
Thu, 12 Nov - Mon, 16 Nov
Frontier Logo
21:57 - 13:46LAX  Los Angeles-SJC San Jose
15h 49m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
Frontier Logo
21:07 - 22:28SJC  San Jose-LAX Los Angeles
1h 21mdirect
₹ 11,278Frontier
Sat, 7 Nov - Sat, 7 Nov
Alaska Airlines Logo
09:20 - 10:42LAX  Los Angeles-SJC San Jose
1h 22mdirect
Alaska Airlines Logo
11:50 - 13:09SJC  San Jose-LAX Los Angeles
1h 19mdirect
₹ 11,562Alaska Airlines
Fri, 6 Nov - Tue, 10 Nov
Alaska Airlines Logo
14:59 - 16:19LAX  Los Angeles-SJC San Jose
1h 20mdirect
Alaska Airlines Logo
20:24 - 21:43SJC  San Jose-LAX Los Angeles
1h 19mdirect
₹ 12,036Alaska Airlines
Sat, 21 Nov - Mon, 23 Nov
Delta Logo
14:36 - 15:56LAX  Los Angeles-SJC San Jose
1h 20mdirect
Delta Logo
18:11 - 19:35SJC  San Jose-LAX Los Angeles
1h 24mdirect
₹ 12,131Delta
Thu, 3 Dec - Fri, 4 Dec
Southwest Logo
14:45 - 20:50LAX  Los Angeles-SJC San Jose
6h 05m2 stops Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
Southwest Logo
20:35 - 21:55SJC  San Jose-LAX Los Angeles
1h 20mdirect
₹ 12,510Southwest
Fri, 6 Nov - Sat, 7 Nov
Southwest Logo
18:35 - 23:55LAX  Los Angeles-SJC San Jose
5h 20m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
Southwest Logo
06:35 - 07:55SJC  San Jose-LAX Los Angeles
1h 20mdirect
₹ 12,984Southwest
Fri, 6 Nov - Sat, 21 Nov
Southwest Logo
17:00 - 18:15LAX  Los Angeles-SJC San Jose
1h 15mdirect
Southwest Logo
13:40 - 20:40SJC  San Jose-LAX Los Angeles
7h 00m2 stops Reno Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
₹ 13,458Southwest
Fri, 6 Nov - Sat, 7 Nov
Southwest Logo
07:15 - 11:35LAX  Los Angeles-SJC San Jose
4h 20m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
Southwest Logo
14:15 - 18:30SJC  San Jose-LAX Los Angeles
4h 15m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
₹ 13,932Southwest
Booking Insights

Price, demand, and travel trends for Los Angeles to San Jose flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines, and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights with more confidence.

How much is a return flight from Los Angeles to San Jose?

Return flights from Los Angeles to San Jose typically range from ₹ 14,039 to ₹ 31,306. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was ₹ 10,615 on Alaska Airlines.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Los Angeles to San Jose?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Thursday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Los Angeles to San Jose. It’s 23% cheaper than the average day, while Monday is the most expensive, with prices 39% higher.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Los Angeles to San Jose?

•August is the cheapest month to fly from Los Angeles to San Jose at ₹ 16,870 return.
•April (₹ 24,262) and November (₹ 23,788) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 43% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Los Angeles to San Jose the cheapest?

Flights from Los Angeles to San Jose are cheapest 7 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 63% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Key details for Los Angeles to San Jose flights

Low season

March

Cheapest flight

₹ 5,592
Beat the crowds with an average 12% drop in traveller numbers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 16% increase in traveller numbers.
One-way flight from Los Angeles to San Jose

When to book flights from Los Angeles to San Jose

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Los Angeles to San Jose based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Los Angeles to San Jose flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking tips.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Los Angeles to San Jose?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Los Angeles to San Jose:

    • Earliest: departs at 05:50 and lands at 07:08
    • Latest: departs at 22:10 and lands at 23:28.

    The flight takes about 1h 18m.

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Los Angeles to San Jose?

    Only Economy class is available on flights from Los Angeles to San Jose.

  • How long is a flight from Los Angeles to San Jose?

    A direct flight from Los Angeles to San Jose takes 1h 18m, covering 797 km.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Los Angeles to San Jose?

    No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need another form of identification, such as a driving licence.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Los Angeles to San Jose flight?

    Return flights from Los Angeles to San Jose range from ₹ 14,039 to ₹ 31,306, with an average of ₹ 21,064 over the past 12 months. Anything below ₹ 14,039 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Los Angeles to San Jose flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 68% above the ₹ 21,064 route average. Book 7 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How much can I save by having a stopover when flying from Los Angeles to San Jose?

    On this route, direct flights are cheaper than stopover options on average. Direct fares average ₹ 21,101 return, compared with ₹ 30,277 via a stopover through Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS).

  • How does on-time performance compare across airlines flying from Los Angeles to San Jose?

    Delta is slightly above the route average for timely arrivals, while Alaska Airlines has a lower on-time arrival rate. On-time arrival rates on Los Angeles to San Jose flights are:

    • Delta: 92% on time
    • Alaska Airlines: 91% on time
    • Frontier: 88% on time

    On average, flights on this route are punctual 89% of the time.

  • What is the standard checked bag allowance on flights from Los Angeles to San Jose?

    There is no standard. Checked bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge ₹ 3,317–₹ 9,476 for the first checked bag in Economy. Premium fares and elite status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Los Angeles to San Jose?

    The Boeing 737-800 Passenger/BBJ2 (winglets) family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Southwest and Alaska Airlines. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A319 variants.

  • How are flight departures from Los Angeles to San Jose spread across the day?

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Los Angeles to San Jose flights, with 34% leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 33%, Evening flights for 33%, and Night flights for 0%.

  • Have flight prices from Los Angeles to San Jose changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about ₹ 10,615 to ₹ 104,631. That means the highest observed fare was about 10x higher than the lowest one.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi on Los Angeles to San Jose flights?

    Three airlines offer in-flight Wi-Fi on Los Angeles to San Jose flights:

    • Delta
    • Alaska Airlines
    • JetBlue

    Pricing varies by airline and fare class. Some plans are included with the ticket or loyalty programme, while others are paid add-ons priced by flight length.

  • How are flight prices from Los Angeles to San Jose looking right now?

    One-way fares from Los Angeles to San Jose are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about ₹ 7,781, which is 47% below the typical average for this route.

  • Which car hire options are available at San Jose Airport (SJC)?

    San Jose Airport (SJC) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around ₹ 1,731 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Europcar
    • Fox
    • Dollar
    • Thrifty
    • Hertz

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Los Angeles to San Jose?

    Flights from Los Angeles to San Jose usually depart from Los Angeles (LAX) and arrive at San Jose (SJC).

  • What time of day has the fewest delays on flights from Los Angeles to San Jose?

    Morning flights have the fewest delays on this route, while evening departures tend to have the most.

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed on the route from Los Angeles to San Jose?

    A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Los Angeles to San Jose route, 11% of flights were delayed in the past three months, with delays averaging 1h 46m.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Los Angeles to San Jose pass through?

    Connecting flights from Los Angeles to San Jose most commonly pass through:

    • Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS) – 50% of one-stop connections
    • Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) – 50% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Los Angeles to San Jose?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 45% on flights from Los Angeles to San Jose. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at ₹ 16,396 return on average, while Monday is the most expensive at ₹ 29,285, a difference of ₹ 12,889.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • Which airlines fly from Los Angeles to San Jose?

    4 airlines operate flights between Los Angeles and San Jose. The airlines offering direct flights on this route include:

    • Delta
    • Southwest
    • Alaska Airlines
    • Frontier

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Los Angeles to San Jose?

    Flying via Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 5h, compared to 12h 56m via Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS).

  • What popular places can I visit in San Jose?

    San Jose McEnery Convention Center is one of the most viewed places in San Jose on KAYAK.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Los Angeles to San Jose flights?

    Among airlines operating Los Angeles to San Jose flights:

    • Frontier: offers free seat selection
    • Southwest: offers free seat selection
    • Delta: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
    • Alaska Airlines: offers free seat selection
    • American Airlines: offers free seat selection

    Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Los Angeles to San Jose flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • Frontier: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class
    • Southwest: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class
    • Delta: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class

    Baggage allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route, and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

  • Where are restaurants at San Jose International Airport?

    If you want something to eat at San Jose International Airport, you can access various options. The Euro Café is open in Terminal A near the Baggage Claim section. You’ll also find Chick-fil-A at Terminal B between Gates 24 and 25. There’s a Starbucks in Terminal A and B near Gate 13 and 22, respectively.

  • Are there nonstop flights from Los Angeles to San Jose?

    There are nonstop flights from Los Angeles International Airport to San Jose International Airport, offered by multiple airlines, including Delta and Alaska Airlines. To find flight deals, book through KAYAK and compare rates and routes.

  • Is there free Wi-Fi at Los Angeles International Airport?

    Los Angeles International Airport helps you stay connected while traveling by offering free Wi-Fi available in all public areas. It gives you unlimited 45min sessions, but you’ll need to watch a video ad to get unlimited access. To connect, select “_LAX Free WiFi” and launch your web browser. Watch the 30s advertisement, then enjoy uninterrupted access to the internet.

  • Where are nursing rooms at San Jose International Airport?

    The nursing rooms at San Jose International Airport are located within the entrances of women's restrooms at Gates 8, 18, 21, and 26. They allow you privacy to nurse your baby while traveling. Each of the rooms is equipped with a sink, a comfortable chair, power outlets, and a changing station.

  • Where is the pet relief area at San Jose International Airport?

    The San Jose International Airport offers four pet relief areas located in pre-security locations outside Terminal 1 and 2. In Terminal 1, the facility is north of ticketing and south of the parking garage. In Terminal 2, you can access the facility north of ticketing. Also, there’s an animal relief area post-security in the passenger walkway between Gates 16 and 17.

Your guide to booking Los Angeles to San Jose flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Thursday departure and avoid flying on Monday. On this route, Thursday flights average ₹ 16,396, about ₹ 12,889 less than Monday fares (44% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 7 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 63% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Los Angeles to San Jose trip for August. Fares historically average ₹ 16,870 return in that month – typically ₹ 7,392 less than the most expensive month, which is April (based on the last 12 months).
  • For the best chance of arriving on time, fly with Delta. Over the past three months, 92% of Delta flights from Los Angeles to San Jose arrived on time, slightly above the route average of 89%. When flights on this route arrive late, they're delayed by an average of 1h 46m, so choosing an airline with strong on-time performance can make a difference if you're on a tight schedule.
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to San Jose Airport.

    • Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Jose Airport
    • Holiday Inn San Jose - Silicon Valley by IHG
    • Spark by Hilton San Jose Airport
  • If you want to fly to San Jose from Los Angeles, you can travel through the Los Angeles International Airport (LAX), which serves Los Angeles and the surrounding metropolitan area.
  • For fine dining while traveling through Los Angeles International Airport, you can find options at Terminal B in the Tom Bradley International Terminal.
  • To relax before the next flight or destress, you can get a relaxing massage at the XpressSpa in Terminal 5 or TBIT. The spa offers facials, massages, pedicures, manicures, haircuts, and showers.
  • The Los Angeles International Airport free Wi-Fi is accessible in all public areas. To use the service, connect to “_LAX Free WiFi,” which gives you a 45min session.
  • Flights from the Los Angeles International Airport arrive at the San Jose International Airport (SJC), which offers services from multiple airlines.
  • Different restaurants offer services at San Jose International Airport, including Chick-fil-A in Terminal B near Gates 24 and 25. Euro Café is also open in Terminal A in the Baggage Claim area.
  • To access cash quickly at San Jose International Airport, you can use different ATMs located at Gates 6, 10, 10, 19, the Baggage Claim area, and Gate 26.
  • Pet relief areas at San Jose International Airport are located in pre-security locations outside Terminal A and B. Post-security, the facility is between Gates 16 and 17.

Prefer to fly direct from Los Angeles to San Jose?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from Los Angeles Airport to San Jose Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Los Angeles to San Jose

Monday

Alaska Airlines,Delta,Frontier, +1 more

Alaska Airlines,Delta, +2 more

Tuesday

Alaska Airlines,Delta,Frontier, +1 more

Alaska Airlines,Delta, +2 more

Wednesday

Alaska Airlines,Delta,Frontier, +1 more

Alaska Airlines,Delta, +2 more

Thursday

Alaska Airlines,Delta,Frontier, +1 more

Alaska Airlines,Delta, +2 more

Friday

Alaska Airlines,Delta,Frontier, +1 more

Alaska Airlines,Delta, +2 more

Saturday

Alaska Airlines,Delta,Frontier, +1 more

Alaska Airlines,Delta, +2 more

Sunday

Alaska Airlines,Delta,Frontier, +1 more

Alaska Airlines,Delta, +2 more

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Direct returns

San Jose to Los Angeles

Monday

Alaska Airlines,Delta,Frontier, +1 more

Alaska Airlines,Delta, +2 more

Tuesday

Alaska Airlines,Delta,Frontier, +1 more

Alaska Airlines,Delta, +2 more

Wednesday

Alaska Airlines,Delta,Frontier, +1 more

Alaska Airlines,Delta, +2 more

Thursday

Alaska Airlines,Delta,Frontier, +1 more

Alaska Airlines,Delta, +2 more

Friday

Alaska Airlines,Delta,Frontier, +1 more

Alaska Airlines,Delta, +2 more

Saturday

Alaska Airlines,Delta,Frontier, +1 more

Alaska Airlines,Delta, +2 more

Sunday

Alaska Airlines,Delta,Frontier, +1 more

Alaska Airlines,Delta, +2 more

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