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Cheapest round-trip
$257
Typical prices: $306-$437
American Airlines
Wed 11/7Sat 11/10
LAX - SAF • Non-stop
Cheapest one-way
$228
Typical prices: $287-$407
American Airlines
Sat 10/27
LAX - SAF • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
You can fly direct with American Airlines. Average duration is 2h 07m
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When to book
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Our data shows that travelers who book at least 22 weeks in advance save around 39% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • Avg $387 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 5h 25m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Los Angeles to Santa Fe (LAX-SAF)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Los Angeles to Santa Fe

Sat, Nov 7 - Tue, Nov 10
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2:42 pm - 5:47 pmLAX  Los Angeles-SAF Santa Fe
2h 05mnonstop
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6:18 pm - 7:43 pmSAF  Santa Fe-LAX Los Angeles
2h 25mnonstop
$257American Airlines
Sat, Oct 24 - Tue, Oct 27
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2:31 pm - 5:38 pmLAX  Los Angeles-SAF Santa Fe
2h 07mnonstop
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6:08 pm - 7:31 pmSAF  Santa Fe-LAX Los Angeles
2h 23mnonstop
$260American Airlines
Sat, Nov 7 - Sat, Nov 14
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2:42 pm - 5:47 pmLAX  Los Angeles-SAF Santa Fe
2h 05mnonstop
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6:18 pm - 7:43 pmSAF  Santa Fe-LAX Los Angeles
2h 25mnonstop
$260American Airlines
Tue, Nov 10 - Sat, Nov 14
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2:42 pm - 5:47 pmLAX  Los Angeles-SAF Santa Fe
2h 05mnonstop
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6:18 pm - 7:43 pmSAF  Santa Fe-LAX Los Angeles
2h 25mnonstop
$260American Airlines
Wed, Nov 11 - Sat, Nov 14
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2:42 pm - 5:47 pmLAX  Los Angeles-SAF Santa Fe
2h 05mnonstop
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6:18 pm - 7:43 pmSAF  Santa Fe-LAX Los Angeles
2h 25mnonstop
$260American Airlines
Sat, Nov 7 - Tue, Nov 10
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6:02 am - 11:33 amLAX  Los Angeles-SAF Santa Fe
4h 31m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
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6:18 pm - 7:43 pmSAF  Santa Fe-LAX Los Angeles
2h 25mnonstop
$266American Airlines
Tue, Nov 10 - Sat, Nov 14
American Airlines Logo
6:02 am - 11:33 amLAX  Los Angeles-SAF Santa Fe
4h 31m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
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6:18 pm - 7:43 pmSAF  Santa Fe-LAX Los Angeles
2h 25mnonstop
$270American Airlines
Sat, Nov 7 - Sat, Nov 14
American Airlines Logo
6:02 am - 11:33 amLAX  Los Angeles-SAF Santa Fe
4h 31m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
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6:18 pm - 7:43 pmSAF  Santa Fe-LAX Los Angeles
2h 25mnonstop
$270American Airlines
Wed, Jan 13 - Sat, Jan 16
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7:00 am - 12:40 pmLAX  Los Angeles-SAF Santa Fe
4h 40m1 stop Denver Intl
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1:20 pm - 5:13 pmSAF  Santa Fe-LAX Los Angeles
4h 53m1 stop Denver Intl
$309United Airlines
Tue, Oct 20 - Sat, Oct 24
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8:45 am - 4:59 pmLAX  Los Angeles-SAF Santa Fe
7h 14m1 stop Denver Intl
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3:22 pm - 9:17 pmSAF  Santa Fe-LAX Los Angeles
6h 55m1 stop Denver Intl
$333United Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Los Angeles to Santa Fe flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights with more confidence.

How much is a round-trip flight from Los Angeles to Santa Fe?

Round-trip flights from Los Angeles to Santa Fe typically range from $306 to $437. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $257, on American Airlines.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Los Angeles to Santa Fe?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Los Angeles to Santa Fe. It’s 12% cheaper than the average day, while Monday is the most expensive, with prices 21% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Los Angeles to Santa Fe?

•November is the cheapest month to fly from Los Angeles to Santa Fe at $266 round-trip.
•May ($386) and April ($386) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 45% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Los Angeles to Santa Fe the cheapest?

Flights from Los Angeles to Santa Fe are cheapest 22 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 39% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Key details for Los Angeles to Santa Fe flights

Low season

September

Cheapest flight

$228
Beat the crowds with an average 57% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 25% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Los Angeles to Santa Fe

When to book flights from Los Angeles to Santa Fe

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Your Los Angeles to Santa Fe flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Los Angeles to Santa Fe?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Los Angeles to Santa Fe:

    • Earliest: departs at 1:31 pm and lands at 3:38 pm
    • Latest: departs at 3:19 pm and lands at 5:26 pm.

    The flight takes about 2h 07m.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Los Angeles to Santa Fe?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Los Angeles to Santa Fe:

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

  • How long is a flight from Los Angeles to Santa Fe?

    A nonstop flight from Los Angeles to Santa Fe takes 2h 07m, covering 708 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Los Angeles to Santa Fe?

    No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need a real ID-compliant driver's license, a state ID or another TSA-accepted form of identification.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Los Angeles to Santa Fe flight?

    Round-trip flights from Los Angeles to Santa Fe range from $306 to $437, with an average of $359 over the past 12 months. Anything below $306 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Los Angeles to Santa Fe flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 16% above the $359 route average. Book 22 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Los Angeles to Santa Fe?

    On this route, nonstop flights are cheaper than layover options on average. Nonstop fares average $352 round-trip, compared to $387 via a layover through Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX).

  • What is the standard checked-bag allowance on flights from Los Angeles to Santa Fe?

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $50–$100 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Los Angeles to Santa Fe?

    The Canadair (Bombardier) Regional Jet 700 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by American Airlines and Alaska Airlines. Other aircraft seen on the route include Embraer 175 (Enhanced Winglets) variants.

  • How are flight departures from Los Angeles to Santa Fe spread across the day?

    Afternoon is the busiest departure period on Los Angeles to Santa Fe flights, with 100% of flights leaving in that window. Morning departures account for 0%, evening flights for 0%, and night flights for 0%.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi on Los Angeles to Santa Fe flights?

    American Airlines is the only airline on the Los Angeles to Santa Fe route offering in-flight Wi-Fi. Pricing depends on fare class.

  • How are flight prices from Los Angeles to Santa Fe looking right now?

    One-way fares from Los Angeles to Santa Fe are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $758, which is 102% above the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Santa Fe Airport (SAF)?

    Santa Fe Airport (SAF) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $27 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Hertz
    • Enterprise Rent-A-Car
    • Avis
    • Budget
    • National

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Los Angeles to Santa Fe?

    Flights from Los Angeles to Santa Fe usually depart from Los Angeles (LAX) and arrive at Santa Fe (SAF).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Los Angeles to Santa Fe pass through?

    Connecting flights from Los Angeles to Santa Fe most commonly pass through:

    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 64% of one-stop connections
    • Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) - 36% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Los Angeles to Santa Fe?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 28% on flights from Los Angeles to Santa Fe. Saturday is the cheapest departure day at $317 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $436, a difference of $119.

    Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • What airlines fly from Los Angeles to Santa Fe?

    Only American Airlines operates flights between Los Angeles and Santa Fe.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Los Angeles to Santa Fe?

    Flying via Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 01m, compared with 5h 25m via Denver Intl (DEN).

  • What is the time difference between Los Angeles and Santa Fe?

    Santa Fe is 1 hour ahead of Los Angeles (Mountain Time vs Pacific Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Los Angeles to Santa Fe flights?

    Among airlines operating Los Angeles to Santa Fe flights:

    • American Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection

    Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Los Angeles to Santa Fe flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • American Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • JetBlue: a cabin bag in Economy Class class

    Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

  • Is SAF a small airport?

    Yes, it is a very small airport, especially compared to LAX, the fourth busiest airport in the world. In contrast to LAX with its 9 passenger terminals (terminals 1 through 8 as well as the Tom Bradley International Terminal), SAF has just one small terminal. Inside, passengers can find a restaurant that is open for breakfast and lunch and some vending machines.

  • Can I rent a car at SAF?

    Yes. There are two on-site car rental agencies, Avis and Hertz. Is recommended that you book your rental vehicle reservation before your trip from LAX to SAF. Budget and Enterprise are off-site, but they also serve the Santa Fe Airport. Simply arrange with these two agencies beforehand to be picked up from the airport when you land.

  • How can I get into Santa Fe from Santa Fe Airport?

    Santa Fe public transportation does not connect to the Santa Fe Airport and there are usually no taxis at SAF. However, you do have some options for getting into town. You can book a Roadrunner Shuttle before your trip. You can also take a Lyft, Uber, or private car service that you schedule before your flight.

  • Does LAX provide private facilities for nursing moms?

    Yes. LAX has at least one Nursing Room in every terminal in the airport. These clean, quiet spaces where nursing mothers can breastfeed or express breast milk feature comfortable seating, a table or counter, a sink, and an outlet placed for easy use with an electric breast pump.

Your guide to booking Los Angeles to Santa Fe flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Saturday departure and avoid flying on Monday. On this route, Saturday flights average $317, about $119 less than Monday fares (27% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 22 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 39% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Los Angeles to Santa Fe trip for November. Fares historically average $266 round-trip in that month - typically $120 less than the most expensive month, which is February (based on the last 12 months).
  • Opened in 1928, the Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) is a hub for Southwest, United, JetBlue, American, Alaska Airlines, and Delta. About 900 miles to the east, the Santa Fe Regional Airport (SAF) is in New Mexico.
  • When you book your LAX to SAF tickets through KAYAK, you can find flights with one stop on airlines such as American and United. These flights stop in cities such as Dallas, Denver, and Phoenix. American and United also operate flights with two stops in cities such as Palm Springs, San Luis Obispo, Chicago, Sioux Falls, Houston, Oklahoma City, and several others.
  • Take the Flyaway Bus either from Van Nuys in the San Fernando Valley north of Los Angeles or from Union Station in downtown Los Angeles to LAX. This bus ride costs around $10 and will take you and your luggage to your terminal. You can buy a ticket for this bus online or at the bus station.
  • Active duty or retired members of the US military service and their families can enjoy the benefits of the Bob Hope Hollywood USO at LAX free of charge. This military lounge is located across the street from Terminal 1 and features many amenities, including a comfortable TV and movie lounge, showers, a patio with a grill, a Disney family room, and much more.
  • As you wait for you flight to Santa Fe at LAX, you might get to pet one of the therapy dogs of the LAX PUP Program (Pets Un-stressing Passengers). These teams of therapy dogs and their experienced handlers roam the Departures area of terminals, seeking to offer distraction or solace to any and all passengers.

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Find which airlines fly direct from Los Angeles Airport to Santa Fe Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Los Angeles to Santa Fe

Monday

American Airlines

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Tuesday

American Airlines

American Airlines

Wednesday

American Airlines

American Airlines

Thursday

American Airlines

American Airlines

Friday

American Airlines

American Airlines

Saturday

American Airlines

American Airlines

Sunday

American Airlines

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Monday

American Airlines

American Airlines

Tuesday

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American Airlines

Wednesday

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American Airlines

Thursday

American Airlines

American Airlines

Friday

American Airlines

American Airlines

Saturday

American Airlines

American Airlines

Sunday

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American Airlines

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