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Cheap flights from Santa Maria (SMX) to Riverside, CA

SMX — LAX
Nov 10 — Nov 171
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Travel insights for flights from Santa Maria to Riverside

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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Santa Maria, California to Riverside?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Maria, California to Riverside (average of $240). Flying from Santa Maria, California to Riverside in July is currently the most expensive (average of $322). 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.

Rainfall in Riverside by month

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

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

Temperature in Riverside by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Riverside, 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).

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Santa Maria to Riverside?

    Santa Maria Public (SMX), located 4.0 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly out of when you book flights from Santa Maria to Riverside. 0 airlines have flights from Public to Riverside on a regular basis. Booking flights from Santa Maria Public to Riverside should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 0 outbound flights to Riverside per day.

  • What does SMX to LAX mean?

    This is defined as Santa Maria Public Airport (SMX) and Los Angeles Airport (LAX). Codes like Los Angeles Airport are often used to just call airports uniquely. Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty Airport (SNA), Ontario Airport (ONT), Long Beach Municipal Airport (LGB), San Bernardino Int Airport (SBD), Victorville Southern California Logistics Airport (VCV) are other airports near this flight route and their unique identifiers/IATA codes.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Santa Maria to Riverside that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Santa Maria to Riverside flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from Santa Maria to Riverside with specific airlines?

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  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Santa Maria to Riverside?

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

  • Can I find deals for flights from Santa Maria to Riverside that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Santa Maria to Riverside offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Santa Maria to Riverside?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Santa Maria to Riverside flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Santa Maria, California to Riverside?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Maria, California to Riverside (average of $240). Flying from Santa Maria, California to Riverside in July is currently the most expensive (average of $322). 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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