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Connecting route · Mexico → Costa Rica

Flights from La Paz to San Jose

There are no direct flights from La Paz to San Jose. The easiest way is one stop via Mexico City or Guadalajara, about 6h 29m door to door.

No direct flights · 2 connection options From 6h 29m
LAPSJOMEX

La Paz to San Jose at a glance

Fastest journey6h 29mEstimated
Nonstop flightsNoneConnect via Mexico City or Guadalajara

Best ways to fly from La Paz to San Jose

Ranked by how easy the connection is: one airline or alliance first (bags and connection protected), then the quickest self-transfer options.

1
LAP Mexico City (MEX) SJO
Leg 1: Aeroméxico, Aeroméxico Connect, Volaris · Leg 2: Aeroméxico, Aeroméxico Connect, Avianca Costa Rica
One airline, one ticket ~6h 29m
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LAP Guadalajara (GDL) SJO
Leg 1: Viva, Volaris · Leg 2: Volaris Costa Rica
Self-transfer likely ~7h 29m
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Connections are computed from flights actually flown over the last 8 weeks, with at least 45 minutes to change on one airline and 2 hours on separate tickets. Times are local. The search shows live itineraries and exact times.

Good to know

Distance
3,195 km1,984 miles
Journey time
6h 29mestimate
Time difference
+1hSan Jose vs La Paz
Currency in San Jose
USD
Airports
LAP → SJO

Flights from La Paz to San Jose: questions answered

Are there direct flights from La Paz to San Jose?
No. There is no nonstop service, so you will connect, most easily in Mexico City and Guadalajara. Some connections are on one airline or alliance, so your bags and connection are protected on a single ticket.
How long is the flight from La Paz to San Jose?
With one connection the journey usually takes around 6h 29m, depending on the layover. The straight-line distance is 3,195 km.
Where do you change planes between La Paz and San Jose?
The best connecting points are Mexico City (MEX) and Guadalajara (GDL). Aeroméxico flies both legs via Mexico City, so you can book it as one ticket.
Which airports serve La Paz and San Jose?
La Paz: Manuel Márquez de León International Airport (LAP). San Jose: Juan Santamaría International Airport (SJO).
What is the time difference between La Paz and San Jose?
San Jose is 1 hour ahead of La Paz.

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