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$40+ Cheap flights from Salinas, CA, CA to Los Angeles (LAX)

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SFO — LAX
Apr 6 — Apr 131
Sun 4/6
Sun 4/13
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Round-trip from

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One-way from

$40
(Frontier)

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September

Average price

$137
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Cheapest flights from Salinas to Los Angeles
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Salinas to Los Angeles. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 1, 2025.

This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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.
Wed 4/232:20 pmSFO - LAX
Nonstop1h 39mFrontier
Wed 4/236:55 pmLAX - SFO
Nonstop1h 42mFrontier
Deal found 3/30$71
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/296:40 pmSFO - LAX
Nonstop1h 34mMultiple Airlines
Tue 5/66:48 pmLAX - SFO
Nonstop1h 39mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/31$102
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/111:12 amSFO - LAX
Nonstop1h 27mAlaska Airlines
Wed 10/298:00 amLAX - SFO
Nonstop1h 30mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 3/31$117
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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.
Sat 5/36:10 amSFO - LAX
Nonstop1h 30mDelta
Sun 5/46:30 amLAX - SFO
Nonstop1h 22mDelta
Deal found 3/30$138
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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.
Thu 5/16:05 amSFO - LAX
Nonstop1h 30mSouthwest
Sun 5/46:55 amLAX - SFO
Nonstop1h 25mSouthwest
Deal found 3/31$157
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Fri 4/1110:48 amSFO - LAX
Nonstop1h 37mHawaiian Airlines
Wed 4/166:00 amLAX - SFO
Nonstop1h 33mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 3/31$189
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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.
Fri 4/116:00 amSFO - LAX
Nonstop1h 34mUnited Airlines
Sun 4/136:00 amLAX - SFO
Nonstop1h 29mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/31$201
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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 4/246:31 amSFO - LAX
Nonstop1h 34mAmerican Airlines
Sun 4/274:30 pmLAX - SFO
1 stop7h 28mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/30$205

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Salinas to Los Angeles that are best for you.

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San FranciscoLos Angeles

SFO - LAX

SFOLAX

San Francisco

Wed 4/23

2:20 pm-3:59 pm

Nonstop1h 39m

Los Angeles

Wed 4/23

6:55 pm-8:37 pm

Nonstop1h 42m

$71

San FranciscoLos Angeles

SFO - LAX

SFOLAX

San Francisco

Tue 4/29

6:40 pm-8:14 pm

Nonstop1h 34m

Los Angeles

Tue 5/6

6:48 pm-8:27 pm

Nonstop1h 39m

$102

San FranciscoLos Angeles

SFO - LAX

SFOLAX

San Francisco

Sat 5/3

6:55 pm-8:28 pm

Nonstop1h 33m

Los Angeles

Sun 5/4

6:30 am-7:52 am

Nonstop1h 22m

$137

San FranciscoLos Angeles

SFO - LAX

SFOLAX

San Francisco

Thu 5/1

6:05 am-7:35 am

Nonstop1h 30m

Los Angeles

Sun 5/4

6:55 am-8:20 am

Nonstop1h 25m

$157

San FranciscoLos Angeles

SFO - LAX

SFOLAX

San Francisco

Sat 5/3

5:58 pm-7:31 pm

Nonstop1h 33m

Los Angeles

Sun 5/4

5:45 pm-10:39 pm

1 stop4h 54m

$185

San FranciscoLos Angeles

SFO - LAX

SFOLAX

San Francisco

Fri 4/11

10:48 am-12:25 pm

Nonstop1h 37m

Los Angeles

Wed 4/16

6:00 am-7:33 am

Nonstop1h 33m

$189

San FranciscoLos Angeles

SFO - LAX

SFOLAX

San Francisco

Fri 4/18

6:00 am-7:30 am

Nonstop1h 30m

Los Angeles

Sun 4/20

8:31 am-10:08 am

Nonstop1h 37m

$190

San FranciscoLos Angeles

SFO - LAX

SFOLAX

San Francisco

Fri 4/11

6:00 am-7:34 am

Nonstop1h 34m

Los Angeles

Sun 4/13

6:00 am-7:29 am

Nonstop1h 29m

$201

San FranciscoLos Angeles

SFO - LAX

SFOLAX

San Francisco

Wed 5/28

11:23 am-1:02 pm

Nonstop1h 39m

$40

San FranciscoLos Angeles

SFO - LAX

SFOLAX

San Francisco

Sat 7/12

6:00 am-7:32 am

Nonstop1h 32m

$59

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Best time to book a flight from Salinas to Los Angeles

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Salinas to Los Angeles

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Salinas to Los Angeles. Price data was last updated on March 28, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Salinas to Los Angeles, you should look to book at least 58 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 Salinas to Los Angeles?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Salinas to Los Angeles (average of $246). Flying from Salinas to Los Angeles in June is currently the most expensive (average of $328). 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 S9N to LAX?

Find hourly flight availability from Salinas 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 April 1, 2025.

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

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Salinas to Los Angeles. Price data was last updated on June 30, 2024.

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

Weekly flight availability from Salinas to Los Angeles

Explore weekly flight availability from Salinas 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 April 1, 2025.

The most flights from S9N to LAX are scheduled on a Monday (185 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (71 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 April 1, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Alaska Airlines, Southwest and Delta from Salinas to Los Angeles. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,818 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

David,Aug 2024

SFO - BOS

Could not watch a movie, asked for help. Could not get extra cookies
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,818 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,818 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

David,Aug 2024

SFO - BOS

Could not watch a movie, asked for help. Could not get extra cookies
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,276 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,818 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

David,Aug 2024

SFO - BOS

Could not watch a movie, asked for help. Could not get extra cookies
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,899 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,818 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

David,Aug 2024

SFO - BOS

Could not watch a movie, asked for help. Could not get extra cookies
Hawaiian Airlines
7.9
Good
2,342 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,818 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

David,Aug 2024

SFO - BOS

Could not watch a movie, asked for help. Could not get extra cookies
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,615 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,818 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

David,Aug 2024

SFO - BOS

Could not watch a movie, asked for help. Could not get extra cookies

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Salinas to Los Angeles. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Los Angeles from Salinas?

    Los Angeles (LAX), located 9.4 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from Salinas to Los Angeles. 11 airlines have flights to Los Angeles from Salinas on a regular basis. Booking flights from Salinas to Los Angeles should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 127 inbound flights from Salinas per day.

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

    Within the past month, 558 users have taken a look at flights from Salinas to Los Angeles.

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

    $40 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Frontier. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Delta and Southwest, with prices starting from $69 and $80, respectively.

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

    Before booking your flight to Los Angeles from Salinas, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Air China (91%), Virgin Australia (91%), Copa Airlines( 91%).

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

    On average you can expect to pay $1,240 for a flight from Salinas to Los Angeles. The cheapest flight overall is $48 while the most popular route, (San Francisco - Los Angeles) is currently priced at $71.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Salinas to Los Angeles (average of $246). Flying from Salinas to Los Angeles in June is currently the most expensive (average of $328). 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 10 airlines flying from Salinas to Los Angeles

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Salinas 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 April 1, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$19Average$76FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$31Average$114FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
JetBlueCheapest$45Average$123FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Breeze AirwaysCheapest$78Average$158FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$78Average$184FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
DeltaCheapest$82Average$194FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$93Average$243FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$100Average$267FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$105Average$210FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
SouthwestCheapest$109Average$219FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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