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

• Earliest: departs at 5:50 am and lands at 7:07 am
• Latest: departs at 10:10 pm and lands at 11:27 pm.

The flight takes about 1h 17m.

Three cabin classes are available on flights from Los Angeles to San Jose:

• Economy Class
• Premium Economy Class
• First Class

A nonstop flight from Los Angeles to San Jose takes 1h 17m, covering 308 miles.

No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need a real ID-compliant driver's license, a state ID or another TSA-accepted form of identification.

Round-trip flights from Los Angeles to San Jose range from $147 to $326, with an average of $219 over the past 12 months. Anything below $147 counts as a good deal.

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 63% above the $219 route average. Book 7 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $136 round-trip via Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS), compared to $218 for nonstop.

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

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

There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $35–$100 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

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.

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

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 program; others are paid add-ons priced by flight length.

One-way fares from Los Angeles to San Jose are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $63, which is 60% below the typical average for this route.

San Jose Airport (SJC) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $18 for economy cars. Top options include:

• Europcar
• Fox
• Thrifty
• Dollar
• Hertz

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

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

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 3 months, with delays averaging 1h 46m.

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

• Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS) - 90% of one-stop connections
• Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) - 10% of one-stop connections

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 40% on flights from Los Angeles to San Jose. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at $174 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $290, a difference of $116.

KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

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

• Delta
• Southwest
• Alaska Airlines
• Frontier

Flying via Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 5h, compared with 6h 37m via Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS).

Some of the most popular sights in San Jose are San Jose McEnery Convention Center, SAP Center at San Jose and Civic Auditorium. These are among the most viewed places in San Jose on KAYAK.

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.

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

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

San Jose Mineta International Airport (SJC) serves not only San Jose but also nearby cities such as Santa Clara, Milpitas and Mountain View. Rental cars offer a convenient way to reach these cities from the airport.

VTA Bus Route 60 runs from the terminals at San Jose Mineta International Airport (SJC) to Metro/Airport Station, where passengers can connect to the VTA Blue and Green light rail lines. Route 60 is free in either direction from SJC, while travel on the Blue and Green lines requires a fare.

At SJC, nursing rooms provide a private space for breastfeeding while traveling. Each room includes a sink, a comfortable chair, power outlets and a changing station.

SJC has three animal relief areas. Two are pre-security, outside Terminal A and Terminal B. The Terminal A facility is north of ticketing and the Terminal 2 facility is also north of ticketing. The post-security animal relief area is in the passenger walkway between Gates 16 and 17.

All airlines on this route and both airports have pet-friendly policies. Before boarding at LAX, pets can use designated relief areas in Terminals 1, 2, 3 and 5. At SJC, pet relief areas are outside Terminals A and B.

Yes, free Wi-Fi is available in all public areas at Los Angeles International Airport. It includes unlimited 45-minute sessions and watching a video ad provides uninterrupted access. To connect, select “_LAX Free WiFi” and open a web browser. After the 30-second advertisement, internet access begins.