Los Angeles (LAX) to San Jose (SJO)
Flight Distance & Air Miles
💳 Frequent Flyer Miles You'll Earn
| Airline | Base Miles | Elite Total |
|---|---|---|
| 🇺🇸 American Airlines AAdvantage | 2,723 | 4,357 Platinum |
| 🔺 Delta Air Lines SkyMiles | 2,723 | 4,357 Gold Medallion |
| ⭐ United Airlines MileagePlus | 2,723 | 4,085 Premier Gold |
| ❤️ Southwest Airlines Rapid Rewards | 2,723 | 4,085 A-List Preferred |
| 🏔️ Alaska Airlines Mileage Plan | 2,723 | 5,446 MVP Gold |
| 🔵 JetBlue Airways TrueBlue | 2,723 | 4,085 Mosaic |
* Elite bonus miles shown for mid-tier status. Actual miles earned depend on your fare class and elite status level.
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💡 Did You Know?
A round trip between Los Angeles and San Jose earns you 5,446 base miles - that's 22% of the way to a typical domestic award ticket!
✈️ Flight Details
The LAX to SJO route connects Los Angeles, United States with San Jose, Costa Rica. This long-haul flight covers 2,723 miles and typically uses wide-body aircraft like Boeing 777 or Airbus A350.
This international flight crosses from United States to Costa Rica. Remember to check passport and visa requirements. The flight follows a SE bearing of 119° from Los Angeles. There is a 2 hour time difference between the airports.
🛫 About LAX
Los Angeles International Airport
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) is the primary airport serving Los Angeles and the fifth busiest in the world.
🛬 About SJO
Juan Santamaria International Airport
Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) serves San Jose, Costa Rica.