Flying from Los Angeles to San Jose: what you need to know
Countless great adventures start at one of Los Angeles's main airports, Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) or Van Nuys Airport (VNY). Check out your options for booking a flight from Los Angeles to San Jose jetting off from either of these bases.
Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport (SJC) is the primary entry point to San Jose.
A direct flight from Los Angeles to San Jose takes an average of 1 hour 14 minutes. San Jose's timezone is UTC-7 — the same as Los Angeles.
With 132 weekly flights between the two airports, Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport (SJC) is the most popular route. Board the first flight from Los Angeles to San Jose with Delta Air Lines at 07:00. If you'd like to get more out of your day before flying, the last flight from LAX to SJC is with Delta Air Lines at 21:15.
To ensure you get on your flight from Los Angeles to San Jose, leave enough time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
If you're taking off during a major holiday or other peak period, allow for even more time. A good general rule is two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Queues at security and check-in will be longer.
Once you've booked cheap flights from Los Angeles to San Jose, get your documents ready. A passport or visa isn't required since you're flying within United States. As long as you have some other valid proof of identity, such as a driver's license or an ID card, you're good to go.
Flying from Los Angeles
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Set off from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) on a nonstop flight from Los Angeles to San Jose. From LAX, you can travel directly to Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport (SJC).
Popular carriers that have direct flights from Los Angeles to San Jose leaving from LAX include:
We make it simple to book a flight from Los Angeles to San Jose that includes a stopover. To see all the options departing from Los Angeles International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Major stopovers include:
San Diego International Airport (SAN)
Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX)
Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) Airport (LAS)
Located around 32 kilometers from central Los Angeles, LAX can be reached in about 32 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport is roughly 54 minutes.
In search of a convenient hotel near Los Angeles International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Los Angeles to San Jose, these accommodation options will have you moments from your departure lounge:
Van Nuys Airport (VNY)
Split up your flight from Los Angeles to San Jose with a stop so you can stretch your legs or tick another place off your list. Top stopovers between Los Angeles International Airport and San Jose are:
San Diego International Airport (SAN)
Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX)
Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) Airport (LAS)
On public transport, you can travel from central Los Angeles to VNY in around 1 hour and 41 minutes. The terminal is roughly 32 kilometers away, and making the journey by car will take approximately 34 minutes.
Start your vacation early with an extra night away from home. Before your flight from Los Angeles to San Jose, unwind in one of these hotels close to Van Nuys Airport:
Arriving in San Jose
Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport (SJC)
Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport (SJC) to central San Jose is approximately 6 kilometers. It'll take you about 12 minutes to reach the center driving.
It'll take around 44 minutes to get there using public transport.
Consider booking a hotel near SJC if you have a late flight from Los Angeles to San Jose. Select one of these options and skip the long transfer:
How to find the cheapest flights from Los Angeles to San Jose
Currently, $30 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Los Angeles to San Jose. The cheapest price for a return flight is $50. Keep in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Book 9 months before you want to fly. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from Los Angeles to San Jose.
Plan your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Los Angeles to San Jose. If your travel dates are flexible, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across every month.
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Use filters to tailor your flights from Los Angeles to San Jose. Simply enter your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals.
Best time to go to San Jose
August is the busiest month for flights from Los Angeles to San Jose. To avoid the crowds, head to San Jose in May.
The warmest month in San Jose is August, with temperatures ranging between 11ºC and 32ºC. Book your flights from Los Angeles to San Jose in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
Look for cheap tickets from Los Angeles to San Jose in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 3ºC and 18ºC on average.
More about San Jose
After booking your flight from Los Angeles to San Jose, think about where you want to stay in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring San Jose:
Every great adventure has to include a little sightseeing. Winchester Mystery House, Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum and San Jose Museum of Art are essential stops on your San Jose itinerary.
Complete your San Jose trip with a car rental
Check out our lineup of car rentals once you've booked your hotel and cheap flight from Los Angeles to San Jose. Whether you're looking for an economy ride, a standard vehicle or something with all the extras, you can compare companies in one go to find the perfect deal.
