Can I fly direct from Sacramento to Los Angeles?

Yes, direct flights from Sacramento to Los Angeles are available. Historically, approximately 44.2% of flights on this route have been direct. For flights that include stopovers, travelers typically experience a median of 2 stopovers. This data is based on observations over the trailing 90 days.

What's the flight time from Sacramento to Los Angeles?

The typical direct flight time from Sacramento to Los Angeles is 1 hour and 35 minutes, covering a distance of 600 kilometers. For flights with one stop, the median duration is considerably longer, averaging 5 hours and 31 minutes. Travelers should account for these differences when planning their journey.

How often do cheap flights from Sacramento to Los Angeles come up?

Cheap flights from Sacramento to Los Angeles are classified as frequent. This indicates that favorable prices for this route appear regularly. Travelers can typically expect to find good opportunities for this route with some consistency.

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2026-11-10 – 2026-11-11
SAC - Los Angeles
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$123
$63
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Sacramento to Los Angeles: Overview

Insights for flights from Sacramento to Los Angeles

A meaningful share of flights from Sacramento to Los Angeles are non-stop, with 44.2% of recent itineraries offering direct service. For the remaining flights that include connections, travelers typically encounter 2 stopovers. This mixed availability means you can find both direct and connecting options depending on your preference for speed versus potential cost savings.

When considering cheap flights from Sacramento to Los Angeles, fares right now are above the typical level. Prices for this route typically range from $101–$469, with a median of $305. About 24% of recent fares were classified as a good price, indicating that finding a deal is possible with some flexibility.

To find the cheapest time to fly from Sacramento to Los Angeles, consider traveling in November, when the median fare is $77. October also offers lower prices, with a median of $89. Another good option is May, where the median fare is $109. These months present the best opportunities for more budget-friendly travel.

A typical journey from Sacramento to Los Angeles takes about 1h 35m, including connections. This median duration reflects the overall travel time for flights on this route. Given that a significant portion of itineraries include connections, the actual flight time for non-stop service is also 1h 35m, while connecting flights have a median duration of 6h 19m.

The distance between Sacramento and Los Angeles is approximately 600 kilometers. This classifies the route as a short-haul flight, meaning you can expect a relatively quick journey suitable for short trips or weekend getaways.

How much is a round trip from Sacramento to Los Angeles

Regular price: $91 - $206

Prices for flights from Sacramento to Los Angeles are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Sacramento to Los Angeles is typically between $91 and $206. The current lowest deal is $63 with Frontier Airlines for travel from Nov 10-Nov 11.

now $63

Low $91

High $206

The cheapest time to fly from Sacramento to Los Angeles

The cheapest month to fly from Sacramento to Los Angeles is November, with a median price of $78. The most expensive month is August, with a median price of $366. Prices are generally lower from January to December.

November

Cheapest

Flights from $78

August

Most Expensive

Flights from $366

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Sacramento to Los Angeles

Frontier Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Sacramento to Los Angeles

Sat, Aug 1

⌛ Last-Minute

SMF - Los Angeles

Sacramento (SMF) - Los Angeles (LAX)

Frontier Airlines

$677

$320

One-way

Mon, Aug 3

⌛ Last-Minute

SMF - Los Angeles

Sacramento (SMF) - Los Angeles (LAX)

Frontier Airlines

$290

$136

One-way

Mon, Aug 3

⌛ Last-Minute

SMF - Los Angeles

Sacramento (SMF) - Los Angeles (LAX)

Frontier Airlines

$508

$252

One-way

Thu, Aug 6

⌛ Last-Minute

SMF - Los Angeles

Sacramento (SMF) - Los Angeles (LAX)

Frontier Airlines

$383

$194

One-way

Thu, Aug 6

⌛ Last-Minute

SMF - Los Angeles

Sacramento (SMF) - Los Angeles (LAX)

Frontier Airlines

$506

$222

One-way

Sat, Aug 8

⌛ Last-Minute

SMF - Los Angeles

Sacramento (SMF) - Los Angeles (LAX)

Frontier Airlines

$234

$100

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Sacramento to Los Angeles

3 nights

Aug 1 - Aug 4

$677 → $320

53%

4 nights

Aug 6 - Aug 10

$506 → $222

56%

3 nights

Aug 15 - Aug 18

$422 → $163

61%

5 nights

Aug 3 - Aug 8

$508 → $252

50%

Popular Airports to fly from Sacramento to Los Angeles

Sacramento - Los Angeles route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares for Sacramento to Los Angeles are above the typical level, with a median of $305.

📅 Best time to fly

November is historically the cheapest month to fly

Historically, November is the cheapest month to fly from Sacramento to Los Angeles, with a median price of $78.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights average 1h 35m

Direct flights from Sacramento to Los Angeles typically take 1 hour and 35 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

44.2% of recent flights are direct

44.2% of recent flights from Sacramento to Los Angeles are direct, with frequent deals available.

🏆 Airline highlight

Frontier Airlines offers direct flights

Frontier Airlines has offered direct flights on this route, with deals found for $63.

🎯 Booking tip

Good prices are available on 24% of days

Historically, good prices for this route are available on 24% of days over a 90-day window.

Sacramento main airports to depart from

Sacramento International (SMF)

Cheapest

Sacramento International offers flights to Los Angeles, providing a convenient departure point for your journey.

📍 ~15 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$63

Los Angeles main airports to arrive at

Los Angeles International (LAX)

Cheapest

Los Angeles International Airport is a major hub, ideal for reaching Los Angeles and surrounding areas.

📍 ~19 km from Los Angeles (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$63

Airports nearby Los Angeles used as alternative

Hollywood Burbank (BUR)

Hollywood Burbank is a practical alternative, especially for North Los Angeles and the San Fernando Valley.

📍 ~20 km from Los Angeles (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$180

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Los Angeles

77% AI deal score

$756

$402

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Los Angeles

Historically, the best prices for flights from Sacramento to Los Angeles have been found when booking within 0-6 days of departure, with an average price of $224. Booking 60+ days out also typically yields favorable prices, averaging around $226. In contrast, booking 7-13 days or 14-27 days in advance has historically shown higher average prices, both around $376. These trends are based on data observed across the trailing 90 days.

A good deal for a flight from Sacramento to Los Angeles is typically considered to be $101 or less. This threshold represents the lowest 25% of prices observed over the trailing 90 days. The median price for this route has historically been $305, while prices at the 75th percentile reached $469. Comparing offers to this $101 benchmark can help identify a favorable price.

Historically, November has offered the cheapest flights from Sacramento to Los Angeles, with a median price of $77. October also typically presents good value, showing a median price of $89. While May has a median price of $109, it was also identified as the most expensive month in the trailing 270 days. The annual median price for this route is $305, indicating significant seasonal variations.

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Sacramento to Los Angeles: Overview

Insights for flights from Sacramento to Los Angeles

How much is a round trip from Sacramento to Los Angeles

Regular price: $91 - $206

Prices for flights from Sacramento to Los Angeles are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Sacramento to Los Angeles is typically between $91 and $206. The current lowest deal is $63 with Frontier Airlines for travel from Nov 10-Nov 11.

now $63

Low $91

High $206

The cheapest time to fly from Sacramento to Los Angeles

November

Cheapest

Flights from $78

August

Most Expensive

Flights from $366

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Sacramento to Los Angeles

Frontier Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Sacramento to Los Angeles

Sat, Aug 1

⌛ Last-Minute

SMF - Los Angeles

Sacramento (SMF) - Los Angeles (LAX)

Frontier Airlines

$677

$320

One-way

Mon, Aug 3

⌛ Last-Minute

SMF - Los Angeles

Sacramento (SMF) - Los Angeles (LAX)

Frontier Airlines

$290

$136

One-way

Mon, Aug 3

⌛ Last-Minute

SMF - Los Angeles

Sacramento (SMF) - Los Angeles (LAX)

Frontier Airlines

$508

$252

One-way

Thu, Aug 6

⌛ Last-Minute

SMF - Los Angeles

Sacramento (SMF) - Los Angeles (LAX)

Frontier Airlines

$383

$194

One-way

Thu, Aug 6

⌛ Last-Minute

SMF - Los Angeles

Sacramento (SMF) - Los Angeles (LAX)

Frontier Airlines

$506

$222

One-way

Sat, Aug 8

⌛ Last-Minute

SMF - Los Angeles

Sacramento (SMF) - Los Angeles (LAX)

Frontier Airlines

$234

$100

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Sacramento to Los Angeles

3 nights

Aug 1 - Aug 4

$677 → $320

53%

4 nights

Aug 6 - Aug 10

$506 → $222

56%

3 nights

Aug 15 - Aug 18

$422 → $163

61%

5 nights

Aug 3 - Aug 8

$508 → $252

50%

Popular Airports to fly from Sacramento to Los Angeles