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$34+ Cheap flights from Sacramento to Los Angeles (SMF - LAX)

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SMF — LAX
Dec 28 — Jan 41
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The best prices from Sacramento Intl to Los Angeles are usually found in September or August, booked 56 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Saturday and return on a Thursday

Cheap flight deals from Sacramento to Los Angeles

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Sacramento (SMF) to Los Angeles (LAX). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated December 23, 2024.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$48
(Frontier)

One-way from

$34
(Cheapflightsfares)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$148
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From Sacramento Intl to Los Angeles
One-way flight from Sacramento Intl to Los Angeles
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Best time to find cheap flights, 5% potential price drop
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Cheapest flights from Sacramento to Los Angeles
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Sacramento to Los Angeles. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 23, 2024.

This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/23. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/314:36 pmSMF - LAX
Nonstop1h 27mFrontier
Mon 1/62:00 pmLAX - SMF
Nonstop1h 36mFrontier
Deal found 12/23$84
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/314:36 pmSMF - LAX
Nonstop1h 27mMultiple Airlines
Thu 1/28:36 pmLAX - SMF
1 stop3h 53mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/22$125
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/315:30 amSMF - LAX
1 stop3h 45mSpirit Airlines
Sun 1/58:36 pmLAX - SMF
1 stop3h 53mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 12/21$260
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/312:20 pmSMF - LAX
1 stop6h 15mSouthwest
Thu 1/25:15 amLAX - SMF
2 stops5h 35mSouthwest
Deal found 12/22$302
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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 12/2510:09 amSMF - LAX
2 stops7h 44mUnited Airlines
Wed 12/259:35 pmLAX - SMF
Nonstop1h 38mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/21$308
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. 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.
Sun 12/295:30 amSMF - LAX
Nonstop1h 41mAmerican Airlines
Sun 12/293:59 pmLAX - SMF
Nonstop1h 41mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/22$337
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/3110:50 amSMF - LAX
Nonstop1h 39mDelta
Fri 1/38:20 amLAX - SMF
Nonstop1h 35mDelta
Deal found 12/22$347

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SacramentoLos Angeles

SMF - LAX

SMFLAX

Sacramento Intl

Thu 2/6

8:17 pm-9:45 pm

Nonstop1h 28m

Los Angeles

Sat 2/8

5:52 pm-7:27 pm

Nonstop1h 35m

$48

SacramentoLos Angeles

SMF - LAX

SMFLAX

Sacramento Intl

Mon 1/6

7:30 pm-10:51 pm

1 stop3h 21m

Los Angeles

Thu 1/9

5:44 pm-7:20 pm

Nonstop1h 36m

$67

SacramentoLos Angeles

SMF - LAX

SMFLAX

Sacramento Intl

Wed 1/8

5:10 am-9:15 am

1 stop4h 05m

Los Angeles

Fri 1/10

9:11 am-3:46 pm

1 stop6h 35m

$110

SacramentoLos Angeles

SMF - LAX

SMFLAX

Sacramento Intl

Sat 5/10

5:15 pm-6:53 pm

Nonstop1h 38m

Los Angeles

Sat 5/17

7:00 am-8:29 am

Nonstop1h 29m

$117

SacramentoLos Angeles

SMF - LAX

SMFLAX

Sacramento Intl

Sat 1/25

6:35 am-8:15 am

Nonstop1h 40m

Los Angeles

Mon 1/27

8:50 pm-10:26 pm

Nonstop1h 36m

$138

SacramentoLos Angeles

SMF - LAX

SMFLAX

Sacramento Intl

Wed 1/15

6:45 am-8:20 am

Nonstop1h 35m

Los Angeles

Thu 1/16

8:50 pm-10:20 pm

Nonstop1h 30m

$153

SacramentoLos Angeles

SMF - LAX

SMFLAX

Sacramento Intl

Mon 3/24

4:21 pm-8:25 pm

1 stop4h 04m

Los Angeles

Sat 3/29

7:11 pm-11:56 pm

1 stop4h 45m

$190

SacramentoLos Angeles

SMF - LAX

SMFLAX

Sacramento Intl

Mon 1/6

4:31 pm-5:58 pm

Nonstop1h 27m

$34

SacramentoLos Angeles

SMF - LAX

SMFLAX

Sacramento Intl

Mon 1/6

7:30 pm-10:51 pm

1 stop3h 21m

$35

SacramentoLos Angeles

SMF - LAX

SMFLAX

Sacramento Intl

Tue 2/25

2:55 pm-4:30 pm

Nonstop1h 35m

$69

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Sacramento to Los Angeles in December.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
PricelinePrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapTicketsDealPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
MytripPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapOairPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*2 stars
CheapfaremartPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star
Justfly.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Sacramento-Los Angeles flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Sacramento-Los Angeles flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Sacramento-Los Angeles flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Sacramento-Los Angeles flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Sacramento-Los Angeles flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

The best insider tips for Sacramento to Los Angeles flights

Find out what our experts recommend to make the most of your Sacramento to Los Angeles trip
Airlines
Frontier

Frontier's low fares make it a budget-friendly choice, but consider extra charges for a full comparison.


Frontier's Zone 1 boarding is available with a carry-on purchase, ensuring earlier boarding.

Read more about Frontierby Marisa Garcia
Delta

Delta offers free Wi-Fi for SkyMiles members on most domestic flights, enhancing onboard connectivity.


Delta Comfort Plus provides extra legroom and earlier boarding, ideal for a quick, comfortable flight.

Read more about Deltaby Harriet Baskas
American Airlines

American Airlines' Main Cabin Extra offers more legroom, enhancing comfort on short flights.


American's Admirals Club Lounges provide a quiet space to relax before your flight.

Spirit Airlines

Spirit's Big Front Seats offer wider seats with extra legroom, ideal for a more comfortable flight.


Spirit's self-service bag drop speeds up airport check-in, saving time for travelers.

United Airlines

United's Economy Plus offers extra legroom seats, enhancing comfort on short domestic flights.


Prepay for checked bags on United to save on fees, especially for short domestic flights.

Airports
SMF

For weekday morning flights, arrive early at SMF as security lines can be long, especially on Mondays.

Read more about SMFby Matt Meltzer
LAX

At LAX, use the LAX-it shuttle for rideshares. Look for green signs to catch the free shuttle to the pickup area.

Read more about LAXby Ramsey Qubein
Our travel experts
Marisa Garcia

Marisa Garcia

Expert on Frontier and American Airlines

Marisa Garcia

Marisa Garcia

Marisa knows planes inside and out, spending 16 years working on aircraft in hangars at airports around the world. She is an aviation industry expert, specialized in airline interiors and regulations. Ten years ago, she pivoted to journalism. She shares her insights in leading aviation, travel, and business publications and on her site FlightChic.

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Harriet Baskas

Harriet Baskas

Expert on Delta and United Airlines

Harriet Baskas

Harriet Baskas

Harriet is an award-winning journalist who is happiest in an airport or an unusual museum. Her stories about airports, air travel, and the business of travel have appeared on NBC News, CNBC, USA TODAY, The Points Guy and other outlets. She is the creator of the StuckatTheAirport.com blog and the author of nine books. When not out on the road or exploring the latest airport amenities, she’s home in Seattle getting ready for the next adventure.

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Daniel Scheffler

Expert on Spirit Airlines

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Daniel Scheffler

Daniel Scheffler is a travel writer, podcaster, and producer. Born in Africa, bred in Europe and now living in America he has traveled to 140 countries (and all 50 U.S. states). Plus he has stayed at over 2500 hotels across the globe. His original shows Everywhere and Without Maps (available on Spotify) showcase his beliefs, travel is about humanity and sharing that beauty. And thus it reminds you that you shouldn’t believe everything you think.

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Ramsey Qubein

Ramsey Qubein

Expert on LAX

Ramsey Qubein

Ramsey Qubein

An avid traveler and aviation expert who has visited 173 countries, all 50 states and seven continents, Ramsey Qubein flies nearly 400,000 miles a year. As a North Carolina-based freelance journalist for publications including Conde Nast Traveler, Forbes, USA Today and Bloomberg among others, he explores the latest trends in aviation, hospitality, cruises and business.

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Matt Meltzer

Matt Meltzer

Expert on SMF

Matt Meltzer

Matt Meltzer

Matt Meltzer has been a travel writer for over a decade, covering U.S. domestic locations and hotels for Thrillist, Fifty Grande, Matador Network, Conde Nast Traveler, and other top publications. He's won multiple travel journalism awards from the Society of American Travel Writers and North American Travel Journalists Association, and currently resides in South Florida.

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Best time to book a flight from Sacramento to Los Angeles

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Travel insights for flights from Sacramento to Los Angeles

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Sacramento to Los Angeles including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

How far ahead should I book a flight from Sacramento to Los Angeles?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Sacramento to Los Angeles. Price data was last updated on December 20, 2024.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Sacramento to Los Angeles, you should look to book at least 56 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Sacramento to Los Angeles?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sacramento to Los Angeles (average of $246). Flying from Sacramento to Los Angeles 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 SMF to LAX?

Find hourly flight availability from Sacramento to Los Angeles. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated December 23, 2024.

Unlike in the afternoon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 29% on flights from Sacramento to Los Angeles by exploring options for tickets in the morning.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Sacramento to Los Angeles?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Sacramento to Los Angeles. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Sacramento to Los Angeles flight should consider departing on Saturday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Sacramento to Los Angeles

Explore weekly flight availability from Sacramento to Los Angeles. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated December 23, 2024.

The most flights from SMF to LAX are scheduled on a Monday (61 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (32 on average).

Rainfall in Los Angeles by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Los Angeles 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 Los Angeles when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in Los Angeles by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Los Angeles, 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 Los Angeles

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Los Angeles. 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 Los Angeles. Reviews last updated December 23, 2024.
See what other customers who have flown with American Airlines, Spirit Airlines and Frontier from Sacramento to Los Angeles have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.1
Very good
4,780 reviews

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

8.1
Very good
4,780 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,780 reviews

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

8.0
Very good
9,549 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,780 reviews

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

8.0
Very good
8,588 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,780 reviews

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

7.4
Good
9,022 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,780 reviews

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,780 reviews

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

Related info for your journey

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  • What airports do I use to fly from Sacramento to Los Angeles?

    Booking a flight from Sacramento Intl (SMF) to Los Angeles (LAX) is your only option if you wish to fly from Sacramento to Los Angeles. On a typical day, there are 50 flights from Sacramento Intl to Los Angeles, all of which are around 1h 27m for a nonstop flight. You can also purchase a plane ticket from 7 airlines when you book a flight from Sacramento Intl to Los Angeles.

  • How popular is this Sacramento to Los Angeles flight route?

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Sacramento to Los Angeles round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Sacramento to Los Angeles round-trip from $48. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Spirit Airlines, from $107, and Delta, from $137. You may be able to fly from Sacramento to Los Angeles for 74% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Sacramento to Los Angeles one-way?

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Sacramento to Los Angeles are Frontier ($34), Spirit Airlines ($35), and Delta ($69).

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Sacramento to Los Angeles?

    Consider Aeromexico (95%), ITA Airways (95%) or China Southern (95%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Sacramento to Los Angeles.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Sacramento to Los Angeles?

    While on average a flight from Sacramento to Los Angeles is generally $808, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $29. When looking at the most popular route, (Sacramento Intl - Los Angeles), you can expect to pay $48 for that flight.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Sacramento to Los Angeles that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Sacramento to Los Angeles flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Sacramento to Los Angeles?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Sacramento to Los Angeles.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Sacramento to Los Angeles?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Sacramento to Los Angeles 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 Sacramento to Los Angeles?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sacramento to Los Angeles (average of $246). Flying from Sacramento to Los Angeles 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 7 airlines flying from Sacramento to Los Angeles

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from Sacramento to Los Angeles. 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 December 23, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$35Average$78FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$62Average$134FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
SouthwestCheapest$91Average$219FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$93Average$257FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$96Average$233FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$116Average$270FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$189Average$474FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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