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$95+ Cheap flights from Santa Fe (SAF) to California

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SAF — LAX
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$269
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$95
(American Airlines)
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This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 2/33:26 pmSAF - SFO
1 stop4h 33mAmerican Airlines
Sat 2/89:15 amSFO - SAF
1 stop4h 41mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/19$269
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 2/146:25 pmSAF - ONT
1 stop4h 39mAmerican Airlines
Tue 2/1810:05 amONT - SAF
1 stop3h 51mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/20$274
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 1/306:26 pmSAF - SNA
1 stop4h 20mAmerican Airlines
Sun 2/212:47 pmSNA - SAF
1 stop4h 08mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/19$279
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 2/223:26 pmSAF - SAN
1 stop4h 04mAmerican Airlines
Wed 2/2610:20 amSAN - SAF
1 stop6h 35mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/20$279
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 1/313:26 pmSAF - LAS
1 stop6h 09mAmerican Airlines
Tue 2/49:55 amLAS - SAF
1 stop4h 01mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/20$284
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 1/301:23 pmSAF - SJC
1 stop5h 37mUnited Airlines
Tue 2/43:54 pmSJC - SAF
1 stop5h 21mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/19$284
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 2/41:23 pmSAF - SFO
1 stop5h 27mUnited Airlines
Sat 2/87:15 amSFO - SAF
2 stops8h 50mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/20$290
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 2/41:23 pmSAF - LAS
1 stop6h 27mUnited Airlines
Sat 2/811:35 amLAS - SAF
1 stop4h 30mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/20$324
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 2/47:00 amSAF - ONT
1 stop6h 41mUnited Airlines
Sat 2/81:45 pmONT - SAF
1 stop7h 30mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/20$324
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 1/291:23 pmSAF - SNA
1 stop5h 11mUnited Airlines
Wed 2/510:55 amSNA - SAF
1 stop5h 10mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/19$349
This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 2/146:05 pmSAF - SAN
1 stop5h 35mUnited Airlines
Tue 2/185:25 pmSAN - SAF
2 stops18h 19mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/19$372
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 2/257:00 amSAF - BUR
1 stop7h 09mUnited Airlines
Fri 2/288:10 pmBUR - SAF
2 stops25h 04mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/19$392

Find flights from Santa Fe to California within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Santa Fe to California that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated January 20, 2025.

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Santa FeSan Francisco

SAF - SFO

SAFSFO

Santa Fe

Mon 2/3

3:26 pm-6:59 pm

1 stop4h 33m

San Francisco

Sat 2/8

9:15 am-2:56 pm

1 stop4h 41m

$269

Santa FeOntario

SAF - ONT

SAFONT

Santa Fe

Fri 2/14

6:25 pm-10:04 pm

1 stop4h 39m

Ontario

Tue 2/18

10:05 am-2:56 pm

1 stop3h 51m

$274

Santa FeSanta Ana

SAF - SNA

SAFSNA

Santa Fe

Thu 1/30

6:26 pm-9:46 pm

1 stop4h 20m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sun 2/2

12:47 pm-5:55 pm

1 stop4h 08m

$279

Santa FeSan Diego

SAF - SAN

SAFSAN

Santa Fe

Sat 2/22

3:26 pm-6:30 pm

1 stop4h 04m

San Diego

Wed 2/26

10:20 am-5:55 pm

1 stop6h 35m

$279

Santa FeSan Jose

SAF - SJC

SAFSJC

Santa Fe

Thu 1/30

1:23 pm-6:00 pm

1 stop5h 37m

San Jose

Tue 2/4

3:54 pm-10:15 pm

1 stop5h 21m

$284

Santa FeLas Vegas

SAF - LAS

SAFLAS

Santa Fe

Fri 1/31

3:26 pm-8:35 pm

1 stop6h 09m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Tue 2/4

9:55 am-2:56 pm

1 stop4h 01m

$284

Santa FeSan Francisco

SAF - SFO

SAFSFO

Santa Fe

Tue 2/4

1:23 pm-5:50 pm

1 stop5h 27m

San Francisco

Sat 2/8

7:15 am-5:05 pm

2 stops8h 50m

$290

Santa FeLas Vegas

SAF - LAS

SAFLAS

Santa Fe

Tue 2/4

1:23 pm-6:50 pm

1 stop6h 27m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Sat 2/8

11:35 am-5:05 pm

1 stop4h 30m

$324

Santa FeOntario

SAF - ONT

SAFONT

Santa Fe

Tue 2/4

7:00 am-12:41 pm

1 stop6h 41m

Ontario

Sat 2/8

1:45 pm-10:15 pm

1 stop7h 30m

$324

Santa FeSan Diego

SAF - SAN

SAFSAN

Santa Fe

Fri 2/14

6:05 pm-10:40 pm

1 stop5h 35m

San Diego

Tue 2/18

5:25 pm-12:44 pm

2 stops18h 19m

$372

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Best time to book a flight from Santa Fe to California

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Travel insights for flights from Santa Fe to California

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Santa Fe to California including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Santa Fe to California?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Fe to California (average of $246). Flying from Santa Fe to California in March is currently the most expensive (average of $344). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from SAF to CA?

Find hourly flight availability from Santa Fe to California. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated January 20, 2025.

When flying from Santa Fe to California, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Rainfall in California by month

Plan your trip to California by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in California ranges from 0.0 - 3.4 inches per month. February is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.4 in. July is typically the driest time to visit California when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in California by month

Plan your trip to California by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to California, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 73.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 57.2 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing California

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to California. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to California. Reviews last updated January 20, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Santa Fe to California, such as American Airlines and United Airlines. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,982 reviews

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.7

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

It was a good experience. The flight took 45 minutes longer to fly and all passengers had to wait inside the plane till the technical issue was fixed. Overall it was a good experience.

United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,982 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,982 reviews

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.7

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

It was a good experience. The flight took 45 minutes longer to fly and all passengers had to wait inside the plane till the technical issue was fixed. Overall it was a good experience.

American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,982 reviews

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.7

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

It was a good experience. The flight took 45 minutes longer to fly and all passengers had to wait inside the plane till the technical issue was fixed. Overall it was a good experience.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Santa Fe to California?

    If you book a flight to California from Santa Fe, you will be flying from Santa Fe, which is the city’s only airport. Santa Fe (SAF) is located 9.8 mi from the center of Santa Fe.

  • What are the most popular routes from Santa Fe to California?

    Most travelers choose Santa Fe - Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl, Santa Fe - San Francisco or Santa Fe - San Diego when deciding on the best route from Santa Fe to California.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Santa Fe to California that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Santa Fe to California flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Santa Fe to California?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Santa Fe to California.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Santa Fe to California?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Santa Fe to California by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Santa Fe to California?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Fe to California (average of $246). Flying from Santa Fe to California in March is currently the most expensive (average of $344). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 2 airlines flying from Santa Fe to California

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Santa Fe to California. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated January 20, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$243Average$380FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$243Average$429FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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