Can I fly direct from Sacramento to Los Angeles?

Direct flights from Sacramento to Los Angeles are available, though they represent a smaller portion of the overall flight options. Historically, approximately 15.2% of flights on this route have been direct. For flights that include stopovers, travelers typically encounter a median of 2 stopovers. This indicates that while direct options exist, connecting flights are more common.

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

A direct flight from Sacramento to Los Angeles typically takes about 1 hour and 45 minutes. This route covers a distance of approximately 600 kilometers. If your journey includes one stop, the median flight time increases significantly to 7 hours and 57 minutes. Travelers should factor in these differences when planning their trip.

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

Cheap flights from Sacramento to Los Angeles are a frequent occurrence. This route is classified as having frequent deal availability. Travelers can typically find favorable prices with regularity across the trailing quarter. This consistent availability makes it easier to find good value for this particular route.

Flights From Sacramento

To Los Angeles

Flights from Sacramento to Los Angeles — [2026]

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Today’s best flight deals from Sacramento to Los Angeles

Explore current cheapest deals departing from Sacramento to Los Angeles

2026-12-02 – 2026-12-15
SAC - Los Angeles
75% AI deal score
$99
$39
Round trip
2026-12-05 – 2026-12-09
SAC - Los Angeles
77% AI deal score
$120
$41
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2026-12-03 – 2026-12-07
SAC - Los Angeles
76% AI deal score
$120
$43
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2026-12-05 – 2026-12-07
SAC - Los Angeles
76% AI deal score
$121
$44
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2026-11-23 – 2026-11-27
SAC - Los Angeles
74% AI deal score
$104
$56
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2026-11-21 – 2026-11-24
SAC - Los Angeles
72% AI deal score
$104
$64
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2026-12-19 – 2026-12-22
SAC - Los Angeles
74% AI deal score
$120
$64
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2026-12-12 – 2026-12-15
SAC - Los Angeles
74% AI deal score
$120
$64
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2026-12-16 – 2026-12-22
SAC - Los Angeles
73% AI deal score
$113
$65
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2026-12-03 – 2026-12-06
SAC - Los Angeles
73% AI deal score
$120
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Sacramento to Los Angeles: Overview

Insights for flights from Sacramento to Los Angeles

Most itineraries for cheap flights from Sacramento to Los Angeles connect at least once, with only 15.2% of recent fares being non-stop. For connecting itineraries, the typical number of connections is 2.

When considering the cheapest time to fly from Sacramento to Los Angeles, October stands out as the most affordable month, with a median fare of $373. Following closely, September offers a median fare of $431, and November presents a median of $456.

A typical journey from Sacramento to Los Angeles takes 1h 45m, including connections. For itineraries that involve connecting flights, the median travel time extends to 19h 9m. Non-stop flights, when available, also have a median duration of 1h 45m.

Fares for flights from Sacramento to Los Angeles typically range from $293–$634, with a median of $420. Right now, fares are above the typical level. Currently, 0% of recent fares are classified as a good price, and new deals appear almost daily.

How much is a round trip from Sacramento to Los Angeles

Regular price: $86 - $223

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

The regular price range for this route is $86 to $223. The current lowest deal is $39 with Frontier Airlines for travel from Dec 8-Dec 9.

now $39

Low $86

High $223

The cheapest time to fly from Sacramento to Los Angeles

The cheapest month to fly from Sacramento to Los Angeles is February, with a median price of $202. The most expensive month is June, with a median price of $620. Prices are generally lower from January to December.

February

Cheapest

Flights from $202

June

Most Expensive

Flights from $620

Jan

Feb

Mar

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

Mon, Oct 26

⌛ Last-Minute

SMF - Los Angeles

Sacramento (SMF) - Los Angeles (LAX)

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

$225

$671

One-way

Tue, Oct 27

⌛ Last-Minute

SMF - Los Angeles

Sacramento (SMF) - Los Angeles (LAX)

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

$225

$644

One-way

Tue, Oct 27

⌛ Last-Minute

SMF - Los Angeles

Sacramento (SMF) - Los Angeles (LAX)

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

$220

$671

One-way

Tue, Oct 27

⌛ Last-Minute

SMF - Los Angeles

Sacramento (SMF) - Los Angeles (LAX)

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

$224

$671

One-way

Wed, Oct 28

⌛ Last-Minute

SMF - Los Angeles

Sacramento (SMF) - Los Angeles (LAX)

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

$216

$671

One-way

Wed, Oct 28

⌛ Last-Minute

SMF - Los Angeles

Sacramento (SMF) - Los Angeles (LAX)

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

$217

$671

One-way

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

2 nights

Nov 21 - Nov 23

$206 → $96

53%

7 nights

Dec 11 - Dec 18

$233 → $123

47%

5 nights

Nov 12 - Nov 17

$206 → $98

52%

2 nights

Nov 16 - Nov 18

$210 → $106

50%

Popular Airports to fly from Sacramento to Los Angeles

Sacramento - Los Angeles route insights

💸 Price insights

Current fares are above the typical level.

Recent fares from Sacramento to Los Angeles are above the typical level of $420.

📅 Best time to fly

October is historically the cheapest month to fly.

Historically, October has offered the lowest median prices at $373 for this route.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights take 1h 45m.

The median flight duration for a direct flight is 1 hour 45 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are common.

About 15.2% of recent flights for this route are direct, with connecting flights having 2 stopovers.

🏆 Airline highlight

Frontier Airlines offers direct flights.

Frontier Airlines is one of the airlines that offers direct flights on this route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent on this route.

Deals for flights from Sacramento to Los Angeles are frequent, appearing within a 30-day window.

Sacramento main airports to depart from

Sacramento International (SMF)

Cheapest

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

📍 ~15 km from Sacramento (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$85

Los Angeles main airports to arrive at

Los Angeles International (LAX)

Cheapest

Arrive at Los Angeles International for convenient access to Los Angeles and surrounding areas.

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

💸 Flights from ~$80

Airports nearby Los Angeles used as alternative

Hollywood Burbank (BUR)

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

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

💸 Flights from ~$257

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Los Angeles

42% AI deal score

$789

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Los Angeles

Historically, the best prices for flights from Sacramento to Los Angeles are found when booking 28-59 days in advance. During this period, the average price is around $479. Booking within 0-6 days of departure typically sees prices rise significantly, with an average of $776. Even booking 7-13 days out results in a higher average price of $942, indicating that planning ahead can lead to considerable savings.

Across the trailing 90 days, a good deal for a flight from Sacramento to Los Angeles is considered to be $293 or less. The median price for this route has been $420. Prices typically range, with 75% of deals observed at $634 or below. Therefore, if you find a flight at or below $293, it represents a particularly favorable price.

Historically, October has offered the cheapest flights from Sacramento to Los Angeles, with a median price of $373. September also presents a good value, with a median price of $431. These months are typically more affordable than the annual median price of $420. November, however, has historically been the most expensive month, with a median price of $456.

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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: $86 - $223

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

The regular price range for this route is $86 to $223. The current lowest deal is $39 with Frontier Airlines for travel from Dec 8-Dec 9.

now $39

Low $86

High $223

The cheapest time to fly from Sacramento to Los Angeles

February

Cheapest

Flights from $202

June

Most Expensive

Flights from $620

Jan

Feb

Mar

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

Mon, Oct 26

⌛ Last-Minute

SMF - Los Angeles

Sacramento (SMF) - Los Angeles (LAX)

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

$225

$671

One-way

Tue, Oct 27

⌛ Last-Minute

SMF - Los Angeles

Sacramento (SMF) - Los Angeles (LAX)

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

$225

$644

One-way

Tue, Oct 27

⌛ Last-Minute

SMF - Los Angeles

Sacramento (SMF) - Los Angeles (LAX)

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

$220

$671

One-way

Tue, Oct 27

⌛ Last-Minute

SMF - Los Angeles

Sacramento (SMF) - Los Angeles (LAX)

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

$224

$671

One-way

Wed, Oct 28

⌛ Last-Minute

SMF - Los Angeles

Sacramento (SMF) - Los Angeles (LAX)

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

$216

$671

One-way

Wed, Oct 28

⌛ Last-Minute

SMF - Los Angeles

Sacramento (SMF) - Los Angeles (LAX)

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

$217

$671

One-way

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

2 nights

Nov 21 - Nov 23

$206 → $96

53%

7 nights

Dec 11 - Dec 18

$233 → $123

47%

5 nights

Nov 12 - Nov 17

$206 → $98

52%

2 nights

Nov 16 - Nov 18

$210 → $106

50%

Popular Airports to fly from Sacramento to Los Angeles