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$84+ Cheap flights from Santa Fe (SAF) to California

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 10/15. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SAF — LAX
Oct 11 — Oct 181
Sat 10/11
Sat 10/18
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Santa Fe to California

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Santa Fe to California flight deals. Data was last updated September 11, 2025.

Round-trip from

$173
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$84
(American Airlines)

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$308

Good round-trip deal

$254 or less

Good one-way deal

$212 or less
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Cheapest flights from Santa Fe to California
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Santa Fe to California. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 11, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/114:36 pmSAF - LAX
Nonstop2h 15mAmerican Airlines
Sat 10/181:03 pmLAX - SAF
Nonstop2h 03mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/11$173
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/64:36 pmSAF - LAX
Nonstop2h 15mAmerican Airlines
Wed 10/81:03 pmLAX - SAF
Nonstop2h 03mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/11$193
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/104:36 pmSAF - LAX
Nonstop2h 15mAmerican Airlines
Sat 10/251:03 pmLAX - SAF
Nonstop2h 03mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/11$220
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/115:59 pmSAF - LAX
1 stop6h 01mUnited Airlines
Sat 10/189:00 amLAX - SAF
1 stop7h 06mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/11$239
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/244:36 pmSAF - LAS
1 stop5h 16mAmerican Airlines
Sat 10/259:20 amLAS - SAF
1 stop5h 46mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/10$244
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/43:25 pmSAF - SAN
1 stop4h 59mAmerican Airlines
Sat 10/1110:02 amSAN - SAF
1 stop3h 54mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/10$244
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/114:36 pmSAF - LAX
Nonstop2h 15mAmerican Airlines
Thu 10/161:03 pmLAX - SAF
Nonstop2h 03mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/10$253
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/243:25 pmSAF - PSP
1 stop3h 53mAmerican Airlines
Mon 9/291:05 pmPSP - SAF
1 stop4h 39mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/10$254
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/214:36 pmSAF - SFO
1 stop4h 19mAmerican Airlines
Wed 11/128:20 amSFO - SAF
1 stop5h 32mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/9$254
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/263:25 pmSAF - SNA
1 stop5h 53mAmerican Airlines
Tue 9/3010:00 amSNA - SAF
1 stop3h 51mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/11$254
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/91:12 pmSAF - LAX
Nonstop2h 18mAmerican Airlines
Sat 11/228:50 amLAX - SAF
Nonstop1h 59mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/11$261
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/247:00 amSAF - PSP
1 stop6h 32mUnited Airlines
Tue 9/304:00 pmPSP - SAF
1 stop5h 03mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/9$264

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Santa Fe to California that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated September 11, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Santa Fe to California that are best for you.

Fly from

Santa Fe

Fly to

California

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Santa FeLos Angeles

SAF - LAX

SAFLAX

Santa Fe

Sat 10/11

4:36 pm-5:51 pm

Nonstop2h 15m

Los Angeles

Sat 10/18

1:03 pm-4:06 pm

Nonstop2h 03m

$173

Santa FeLos Angeles

SAF - LAX

SAFLAX

Santa Fe

Mon 10/6

4:36 pm-5:51 pm

Nonstop2h 15m

Los Angeles

Wed 10/8

1:03 pm-4:06 pm

Nonstop2h 03m

$193

Santa FeLos Angeles

SAF - LAX

SAFLAX

Santa Fe

Fri 10/10

4:36 pm-5:51 pm

Nonstop2h 15m

Los Angeles

Sat 10/25

1:03 pm-4:06 pm

Nonstop2h 03m

$220

Santa FeLos Angeles

SAF - LAX

SAFLAX

Santa Fe

Sat 10/11

5:59 pm-11:00 pm

1 stop6h 01m

Los Angeles

Sat 10/18

9:00 am-5:06 pm

1 stop7h 06m

$239

Santa FeLas Vegas

SAF - LAS

SAFLAS

Santa Fe

Fri 10/24

4:36 pm-8:52 pm

1 stop5h 16m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Sat 10/25

9:20 am-4:06 pm

1 stop5h 46m

$244

Santa FeSan Diego

SAF - SAN

SAFSAN

Santa Fe

Sat 10/4

3:25 pm-7:24 pm

1 stop4h 59m

San Diego

Sat 10/11

10:02 am-2:56 pm

1 stop3h 54m

$244

Santa FeLos Angeles

SAF - LAX

SAFLAX

Santa Fe

Sat 10/11

4:36 pm-5:51 pm

Nonstop2h 15m

Los Angeles

Thu 10/16

1:03 pm-4:06 pm

Nonstop2h 03m

$253

Santa FePalm Springs

SAF - PSP

SAFPSP

Santa Fe

Wed 9/24

3:25 pm-6:18 pm

1 stop3h 53m

Palm Springs

Mon 9/29

1:05 pm-6:44 pm

1 stop4h 39m

$254

Santa FeSan Francisco

SAF - SFO

SAFSFO

Santa Fe

Thu 10/23

4:36 pm-10:30 pm

1 stop6h 54m

San Francisco

Tue 10/28

10:05 am-4:06 pm

1 stop5h 01m

$254

Santa FeSanta Ana

SAF - SNA

SAFSNA

Santa Fe

Fri 9/26

3:25 pm-8:18 pm

1 stop5h 53m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Tue 9/30

10:00 am-2:51 pm

1 stop3h 51m

$254

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Best time to book a flight from Santa Fe to California

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Santa Fe to California

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Santa Fe to California?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Fe to California (average of $246). Flying from Santa Fe to California in March is currently the most expensive (average of $325). 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.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from SAF to CA?

Find hourly flight availability from Santa Fe to California. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated September 11, 2025.

When flying from Santa Fe to California, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Santa Fe to California?

Reviews of airlines servicing California

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to California. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to California. Reviews last updated September 11, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with United Airlines and American Airlines from Santa Fe to California to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,937 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.6

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.4

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

FRA - SFO

Lufthansa was amazing, I wish United States based airlines operated like them.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,937 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,937 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.6

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.4

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

FRA - SFO

Lufthansa was amazing, I wish United States based airlines operated like them.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,937 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.6

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.4

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

FRA - SFO

Lufthansa was amazing, I wish United States based airlines operated like them.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Santa Fe to California. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Santa Fe to California?

    If you book a flight to California from Santa Fe, you will be flying from Santa Fe, which is the city’s only airport. Santa Fe (SAF) is located 9.8 mi from the center of Santa Fe.

  • How long is the flight from Santa Fe to California?

    A quick flight from Santa Fe to California can take about 2h 15m. American Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $173. The distance between Santa Fe and California is about 708 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the most popular routes from Santa Fe to California?

    Most travelers choose Santa Fe - San Francisco, Santa Fe - Reno or Santa Fe - Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl when deciding on the best route from Santa Fe to California.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Santa Fe to California?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Santa Fe to California? While on average our users pay $256, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $212. The most popular route (Santa Fe - San Francisco), is priced around $269.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Santa Fe to California that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Santa Fe to California flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Santa Fe to California?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Santa Fe to California.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Santa Fe to California?

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

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Santa Fe to California?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Fe to California (average of $246). Flying from Santa Fe to California in March is currently the most expensive (average of $325). 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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Top 2 airlines flying from Santa Fe to California

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Santa Fe to California. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated September 11, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$207Average$369FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$243Average$437FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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