$50+ Cheap flights from Los Angeles (LAX) to Palo Alto, CA
This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 1/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — SFO
Jan 11 — Jan 181
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Los Angeles to Palo Alto
Cheapest flights from Los Angeles to Palo AltoExplore the most affordable flight options available from Los Angeles to Palo Alto. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 12, 2025.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Los Angeles to Palo Alto. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 12, 2025.
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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.
Thu 12/186:58 pmLAX - SFO
Nonstop1h 32mFrontier
Tue 1/67:09 pmSFO - LAX
Nonstop1h 27mFrontier
Deal found 12/10![Frontier logo]()
$85
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/246:58 pmLAX - SFO
Nonstop1h 32mFrontier
Mon 1/266:39 pmSFO - LAX
Nonstop1h 33mFrontier
Deal found 12/10![Frontier logo]()
$91
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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 Super.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/246:58 pmLAX - SFO
Nonstop1h 32mFrontier
Mon 1/59:30 pmSFO - LAX
Nonstop1h 29mFrontier
Deal found 12/10![Frontier logo]()
$93
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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.
Thu 12/186:58 pmLAX - SFO
Nonstop1h 32mFrontier
Thu 1/810:41 amSFO - LAX
Nonstop1h 32mFrontier
Deal found 12/10![Frontier logo]()
$101
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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.
Thu 12/186:58 pmLAX - SFO
Nonstop1h 32mFrontier
Fri 1/910:41 amSFO - LAX
Nonstop1h 32mFrontier
Deal found 12/10![Frontier logo]()
$102
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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.
Thu 12/186:58 pmLAX - SFO
Nonstop1h 32mFrontier
Mon 1/59:30 pmSFO - LAX
Nonstop1h 29mFrontier
Deal found 12/10![Frontier logo]()
$103
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/246:58 pmLAX - SFO
Nonstop1h 32mFrontier
Thu 1/19:30 pmSFO - LAX
Nonstop1h 29mFrontier
Deal found 12/10![Frontier logo]()
$104
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/9. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/226:58 pmLAX - SFO
Nonstop1h 32mFrontier
Thu 1/19:30 pmSFO - LAX
Nonstop1h 29mFrontier
Deal found 12/9![Frontier logo]()
$105
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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.
Wed 12/177:35 pmLAX - SFO
Nonstop1h 36mFrontier
Tue 1/67:09 pmSFO - LAX
Nonstop1h 27mFrontier
Deal found 12/10![Frontier logo]()
$106
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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.
Wed 12/246:58 pmLAX - SFO
Nonstop1h 32mFrontier
Sun 1/49:30 pmSFO - LAX
Nonstop1h 29mFrontier
Deal found 12/11![Frontier logo]()
$109
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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.
Thu 12/256:58 pmLAX - SFO
Nonstop1h 32mFrontier
Wed 12/319:30 pmSFO - LAX
Nonstop1h 29mFrontier
Deal found 12/11![Frontier logo]()
$113
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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.
Thu 12/256:58 pmLAX - SFO
Nonstop1h 32mFrontier
Mon 12/299:30 pmSFO - LAX
Nonstop1h 29mFrontier
Deal found 12/10![Frontier logo]()
$114
Find flight deals from Los Angeles to Palo Alto
Keep the following information in mind while searching for Los Angeles to Palo Alto flight deals. Data was last updated December 12, 2025.
Most accurate provider | CheapOair 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | CheapOair 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $83 (Expedia) |
One-way from | $50 (Kiwi.com) |
Popular in | November |
Cheapest in | January |
Average price | $171 |
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Los Angeles to Palo Alto 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 December 12, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Los Angeles to Palo Alto that are best for you.
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Los Angeles
Fly to
Palo Alto
Route
Depart
Return
Price
Los AngelesSan Francisco
LAX - SFO
LAXSFO
Los Angeles
Thu 1/29
5:49 pm-7:23 pm
Nonstop1h 34m
San Francisco
Thu 2/5
4:51 pm-9:27 am
1 stop16h 36m
$99
Los AngelesSan Francisco
LAX - SFO
LAXSFO
Los Angeles
Tue 1/13
3:32 pm-9:45 pm
1 stop6h 13m
San Francisco
Wed 1/14
2:24 pm-7:22 pm
1 stop4h 58m
$110
Los AngelesSan Francisco
LAX - SFO
LAXSFO
Los Angeles
Wed 3/4
6:00 am-7:31 am
Nonstop1h 31m
San Francisco
Wed 3/4
10:35 am-12:06 pm
Nonstop1h 31m
$111
Los AngelesSan Francisco
LAX - SFO
LAXSFO
Los Angeles
Sat 1/17
7:10 am-8:35 am
Nonstop1h 25m
San Francisco
Sun 1/18
8:15 am-9:40 am
Nonstop1h 25m
$117
Los AngelesSan Francisco
LAX - SFO
LAXSFO
Los Angeles
Tue 3/3
6:30 am-7:55 am
Nonstop1h 25m
San Francisco
Sat 3/7
1:08 pm-2:40 pm
Nonstop1h 32m
$117
Los AngelesSan Francisco
LAX - SFO
LAXSFO
Los Angeles
Sat 1/17
4:15 pm-5:47 pm
Nonstop1h 32m
San Francisco
Sun 1/18
10:59 pm-12:34 am
Nonstop1h 35m
$117
Los AngelesSan Francisco
LAX - SFO
LAXSFO
Los Angeles
Tue 1/6
7:50 am-9:20 am
Nonstop1h 30m
San Francisco
Tue 1/13
2:10 pm-3:35 pm
Nonstop1h 25m
$117
Los AngelesSan Francisco
LAX - SFO
LAXSFO
Los Angeles
Sat 2/7
7:55 pm-9:25 pm
Nonstop1h 30m
San Francisco
Tue 2/10
7:30 am-9:02 am
Nonstop1h 32m
$117
Los AngelesSan Francisco
LAX - SFO
LAXSFO
Los Angeles
Wed 2/25
4:30 pm-5:56 pm
Nonstop1h 26m
San Francisco
Thu 2/26
11:02 am-12:35 pm
Nonstop1h 33m
$117
Los AngelesSan Francisco
LAX - SFO
LAXSFO
Los Angeles
Sat 4/11
6:58 pm-8:30 pm
Nonstop1h 32m
San Francisco
Sat 4/18
2:00 pm-3:34 pm
Nonstop1h 34m
$118
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Best time to book a flight from Los Angeles to Palo Alto
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Los Angeles to Palo Alto
How far ahead should I book a flight from Los Angeles to Palo Alto?
Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Los Angeles to Palo Alto. Price data was last updated on December 5, 2025.
Booking 85 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Los Angeles to Palo Alto. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Los Angeles to Palo Alto?
Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Los Angeles to Palo Alto (average of $26). Flying from Los Angeles to Palo Alto in August is currently the most expensive (average of $72). 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 LAX to P4L?
Find hourly flight availability from Los Angeles to Palo Alto. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated December 12, 2025.
It’s typically best to fly out from Los Angeles to Palo Alto in the afternoon. Doing so could potentially save you 34% on the flight price compared to flying in the evening, which is usually more expensive.
What is the cheapest day to fly from Los Angeles to Palo Alto?
Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Los Angeles to Palo Alto. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.
Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Los Angeles to Palo Alto flight should consider departing on Tuesday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
Weekly flight availability from Los Angeles to Palo Alto
Explore weekly flight availability from Los Angeles to Palo Alto. 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 12, 2025.
The most flights from LAX to P4L are scheduled on a Thursday (156 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (69 on average).
How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Los Angeles to Palo Alto?
Reviews of airlines servicing Palo Alto
Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Palo Alto. 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 Palo Alto. Reviews last updated December 12, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Los Angeles to Palo Alto, such as Alaska Airlines, Delta, and United Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Comfort
7.8
Crew
8.5
Overall
8.0
Entertainment
7.0
Food
7.1
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAnonymous,Nov 2025
LAX - LIH
Comfort
7.8
Crew
8.5
Overall
8.0
Entertainment
7.0
Food
7.1
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAnonymous,Nov 2025
LAX - LIH
Comfort
7.8
Crew
8.5
Overall
8.0
Entertainment
7.0
Food
7.1
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAnonymous,Nov 2025
LAX - LIH
Comfort
7.8
Crew
8.5
Overall
8.0
Entertainment
7.0
Food
7.1
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAnonymous,Nov 2025
LAX - LIH
Comfort
7.8
Crew
8.5
Overall
8.0
Entertainment
7.0
Food
7.1
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAnonymous,Nov 2025
LAX - LIH
Comfort
7.8
Crew
8.5
Overall
8.0
Entertainment
7.0
Food
7.1
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAnonymous,Nov 2025
LAX - LIH
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Top 9 airlines flying from Los Angeles to Palo Alto
Discover the top 9 airlines that operate flights from Los Angeles to Palo Alto. 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 12, 2025.
| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$27 | Average$94 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time62% | |
| Cheapest$30 | Average$97 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time65% | |
| Cheapest$58 | Average$206 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time85% | |
| Cheapest$58 | Average$224 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% | |
| Cheapest$95 | Average$199 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$106 | Average$217 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time62% | |
| Cheapest$107 | Average$231 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time63% | |
| Cheapest$107 | Average$255 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$115 | Average$212 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time75% |