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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Sacramento to Los Angeles International Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $65. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Los Angeles.$61 per passenger.Departing Tue, 1 Dec, returning Fri, 4 Dec.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from Sacramento International on Tue, 1 Dec, arriving in Los Angeles International.Inbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from Los Angeles International on Fri, 4 Dec, arriving in Sacramento International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $61, select.

Los Angeles.$65 per passenger.Departing Thu, 15 Oct, returning Sat, 17 Oct.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from Sacramento International on Thu, 15 Oct, arriving in Los Angeles International.Inbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from Los Angeles International on Sat, 17 Oct, arriving in Sacramento International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $65, select.

Los Angeles.$84 per passenger.Departing Thu, 5 Nov, returning Mon, 9 Nov.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from Sacramento International on Thu, 5 Nov, arriving in Los Angeles International.Inbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from Los Angeles International on Mon, 9 Nov, arriving in Sacramento International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $84, select.

Los Angeles.$89 per passenger.Departing Thu, 19 Nov, returning Tue, 1 Dec.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from Sacramento International on Thu, 19 Nov, arriving in Los Angeles International.Inbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from Los Angeles International on Tue, 1 Dec, arriving in Sacramento International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $89, select.

Los Angeles.$102 per passenger.Departing Fri, 30 Oct, returning Thu, 5 Nov.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from Sacramento International on Fri, 30 Oct, arriving in Los Angeles International.Inbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from Los Angeles International on Thu, 5 Nov, arriving in Sacramento International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $102, select.

Los Angeles.$142 per passenger.Departing Tue, 29 Sep, returning Thu, 1 Oct.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Sacramento International on Tue, 29 Sep, arriving in Los Angeles International.Inbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Los Angeles International on Thu, 1 Oct, arriving in Sacramento International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $142, select.

Los Angeles.$232 per passenger.Departing Fri, 11 Dec, returning Mon, 11 Jan.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from Sacramento International on Fri, 11 Dec, arriving in Los Angeles International.Inbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from Los Angeles International on Mon, 11 Jan, arriving in Sacramento International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $232, select.

Los Angeles.$242 per passenger.Departing Thu, 24 Sep, returning Mon, 28 Sep.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Sacramento International on Thu, 24 Sep, arriving in Los Angeles International.Inbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Los Angeles International on Mon, 28 Sep, arriving in Sacramento International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $242, select.

Los Angeles.$246 per passenger.Departing Wed, 13 Jan, returning Wed, 20 Jan.Return flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Sacramento International on Wed, 13 Jan, arriving in Los Angeles International.Inbound direct flight with United departs from Los Angeles International on Wed, 20 Jan, arriving in Sacramento International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $246, select.

Los Angeles.$246 per passenger.Departing Sat, 20 Feb, returning Sat, 20 Feb.Return flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Sacramento International on Sat, 20 Feb, arriving in Los Angeles International.Inbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Los Angeles International on Sat, 20 Feb, arriving in Sacramento International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $246, select.

Los Angeles.$246 per passenger.Departing Wed, 30 Sep, returning Tue, 6 Oct.Return flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Sacramento International on Wed, 30 Sep, arriving in Los Angeles International.Inbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Los Angeles International on Tue, 6 Oct, arriving in Sacramento International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $246, select.

Los Angeles.$246 per passenger.Departing Sat, 30 Jan, returning Sat, 6 Feb.Return flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Sacramento International on Sat, 30 Jan, arriving in Los Angeles International.Inbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Los Angeles International on Sat, 6 Feb, arriving in Sacramento International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $246, select.

Los Angeles.$266 per passenger.Departing Tue, 29 Sep, returning Wed, 4 Nov.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Sacramento International on Tue, 29 Sep, arriving in Los Angeles International.Inbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Los Angeles International on Wed, 4 Nov, arriving in Sacramento International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $266, select.

Los Angeles.$311 per passenger.Departing Tue, 16 Feb, returning Tue, 9 Mar.Return flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Sacramento International on Tue, 16 Feb, arriving in Los Angeles International.Inbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Los Angeles International on Tue, 9 Mar, arriving in Sacramento International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $311, select.

Los Angeles.$335 per passenger.Departing Tue, 2 Mar, returning Wed, 3 Mar.Return flight with Delta.Outbound direct flight with Delta departs from Sacramento International on Tue, 2 Mar, arriving in Los Angeles International.Inbound direct flight with Delta departs from Los Angeles International on Wed, 3 Mar, arriving in Sacramento International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $335, select.

Los Angeles.$335 per passenger.Departing Mon, 28 Sep, returning Mon, 28 Sep.Return flight with Delta.Outbound direct flight with Delta departs from Sacramento International on Mon, 28 Sep, arriving in Los Angeles International.Inbound direct flight with Delta departs from Los Angeles International on Mon, 28 Sep, arriving in Sacramento International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $335, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Sacramento to Los Angeles International

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Sacramento to Los Angeles International: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Sacramento to Los Angeles below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Los Angeles International.

Sacramento to Los Angeles: Flight information

The things to know before you go.

Cheapest flight found	$61
Cheapest month to fly	December
Average flight time	1 hr, 40 mins
Most popular airline	Southwest Airlines
Average flights per week	1,544

Finding cheap flights from Sacramento to Los Angeles International: Frequently asked questions

How much are return flights from Sacramento to Los Angeles International?

The best price we found for a return flight from Sacramento to Los Angeles International is $61. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.

How long does it take to fly from Sacramento to Los Angeles International?

1 hour and 40 minutes is the average flight time from Sacramento to Los Angeles International.

Which airlines fly direct from Sacramento to Los Angeles International?

Southwest Airlines, SkyWest Airlines and LATAM Airlines fly direct from Sacramento to Los Angeles International.

How many flights are there a week from Sacramento to Los Angeles International?

As of September 2026, there are 1,544 flights per week flying from Sacramento to Los Angeles International.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Sacramento to Los Angeles International?

The cheapest month to fly from Sacramento to Los Angeles International is usually December.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Sacramento to Los Angeles International Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Sacramento to Los Angeles International Airport on Tuesday, 1 December 2026.

Can I get a direct flight from Sacramento to Los Angeles International Airport?

Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 40 minutes.

How can I find the best flight deal to Los Angeles International?

We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Los Angeles International but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

When is the best time to book flights to Los Angeles?

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Los Angeles is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly from Sacramento to Los Angeles International with?

The cheapest airline that flies to Los Angeles International is Frontier Airlines .

Flying from Sacramento to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX): What you need to know

Sacramento's main airport is Sacramento International Airport (SMF). Explore your options for departing from this terminal when searching for flights from Sacramento to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX).
1 hour 35 minutes is the average travel time for a direct Sacramento to Los Angeles International Airport flight.
Los Angeles International Airport is located in Los Angeles. The city's timezone is UTC-8, which is the same as Sacramento.
The most popular route is from Sacramento International Airport (SMF) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX), with 101 direct services every week. If you'd rather get moving right away, the earliest flight from SMF to LAX is the 5:20am Southwest Airlines service. If a later flight fits your day better, the last departure is at 9:30pm with Southwest Airlines.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Sacramento to LAX. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.
Hopping on a plane during a peak time like July? High seasons (like Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year) can easily add another hour at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.

Airports in Sacramento

Sacramento International Airport (SMF)

Sacramento International Airport (SMF) offers an easy route to your destination. Nonstop flights from Sacramento to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) can be booked from this terminal.
Direct flights from Sacramento to Los Angeles International Airport are offered by numerous airlines at SMF. Travel with one of these:
Delta is the airline most travellers choose for flights from SMF to LAX.
Among carriers operating on this route, Delta is the most consistent for on-time landings.
Located around 19 kilometres from central Sacramento, SMF can be reached in about 20 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport takes roughly 50 minutes.
Searching for a convenient place to stay before your flight from Sacramento to Los Angeles International Airport? Consider Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sacramento Airport Natomas by IHG. Catch some z's here before making your way to Sacramento International Airport.
Sacramento International Airport has a solid on-time record, so you're unlikely to face delays. Departures from SMF arrive at their destination as scheduled 81% of the time.
You'll find SMF at 6900 Airport Boulevard.

Stockton Metropolitan Airport (SCK)

SCK is around 72 kilometres from central Sacramento. It'll take 55 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 1 hour 30 minutes.
Like to add an extra day to your trip? Consider staying at a hotel near Stockton Metropolitan Airport the night before your Sacramento to LAX flight. Holiday Inn Express Stockton Southeast by IHG and Hampton Inn by Hilton Stockton have your room at the ready.
Stockton Metropolitan Airport has an on-time performance of 59%. This figure highlights how often flights that leave from this airport reach their destination on schedule.
You'll find SCK at 5000 South Airport Way, Room 202.

About Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)

Consider staying in a hotel near LAX if you're catching a late flight from Sacramento to Los Angeles International Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options and say goodnight sooner:
To get the lowest price, reserve your ride around one week ahead of your Sacramento to Los Angeles International Airport flight.
You'll find LAX at One World Way.

Getting from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to central Los Angeles

Los Angeles International Airport is around 29 kilometres from the centre of Los Angeles. It takes around 35 minutes or so to drive to the city.
It typically takes 1 hour if you're travelling by public transport.

How to find the cheapest flights from Sacramento to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)

$57 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Sacramento to Los Angeles International Airport. A return flight starts at $61. These fares may change depending on demand.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Sacramento to LAX if you book ahead. Airlines often have some amazing early bird rates.
If you can be flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the lowest price across the month when searching for your Sacramento to Los Angeles International Airport ticket.
There's no need to search every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment a better deal is available on plane tickets from Sacramento to LAX.
Filters make it easier to find a bargain for your flight from Sacramento to Los Angeles International Airport. Pick the airlines, flight times and stops that match your plans. Then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to find the most affordable option fast.

The best time to fly from Sacramento to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)

December is the quietest month for flights from Sacramento to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX), while July is the most popular. Work out the ideal time to visit Los Angeles based on whether you like a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Los Angeles is August, with temperatures ranging between 16ºC (61ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Book your Sacramento to LAX plane ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
February has temperatures of between 6ºC (43ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF). Search for cheap tickets from Sacramento to Los Angeles International Airport around that time if you like cooler conditions.

More about Los Angeles

Once you've booked your flight from Sacramento to Los Angeles International Airport, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Los Angeles:
All great journeys should include a little sightseeing. Hollywood Sign, Universal Studios Hollywood and Hollywood Bowl are must-visits when exploring Los Angeles.

Explore more of the United States

You've done Los Angeles, now it's time to discover more of the United States. Journey about 177 kilometres southeast to San Diego to check off its must-visit sights. From San Diego Zoo to San Diego Balboa Park and USS Midway Museum, there's plenty to keep you busy.
If you're looking to explore another major destination in the United States, head for Bakersfield, about 161 kilometres north of Los Angeles. Kern County Museum, Rabobank Arena, Theatre & Convention Centre and Bakersfield Museum of Art are the start of reasons to visit.