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$58+ Cheap flights from Los Angeles to Merced (LAX - MCE)

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 9/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — MCE
Sep 3 — Sep 101
Thu 9/3
Thu 9/10
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Los Angeles to Merced

Cheapest flights from Los Angeles to Merced
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Los Angeles to Merced. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on August 4, 2026.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/2711:55 am
LAX
-
MCE
Nonstop1h 40m
Contour
Sun 8/309:45 am
MCE
-
LAX
Nonstop1h 35m
Contour
Deal found 7/31$122
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/1311:55 am
LAX
-
MCE
Nonstop1h 40m
Contour
Mon 8/179:45 am
MCE
-
LAX
Nonstop1h 35m
Contour
Deal found 7/30$124
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/2611:55 am
LAX
-
MCE
Nonstop1h 40m
Contour
Sun 8/309:45 am
MCE
-
LAX
Nonstop1h 35m
Contour
Deal found 7/30$137
This Contour deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/3. 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 Contour is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/1911:55 am
LAX
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MCE
Nonstop1h 40m
Contour
Sun 8/239:45 am
MCE
-
LAX
Nonstop1h 35m
Contour
Deal found 8/3$139
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/1. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/1011:55 am
LAX
-
MCE
Nonstop1h 40m
Contour
Thu 9/179:45 am
MCE
-
LAX
Nonstop1h 35m
Contour
Deal found 8/1$152
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/2011:55 am
LAX
-
MCE
Nonstop1h 40m
Contour
Fri 8/219:45 am
MCE
-
LAX
Nonstop1h 35m
Contour
Deal found 7/30$153
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/2. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/2811:55 am
LAX
-
MCE
Nonstop1h 40m
Contour
Mon 8/319:45 am
MCE
-
LAX
Nonstop1h 35m
Contour
Deal found 8/2$154
This SmartFares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/2. 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 SmartFares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/2811:55 am
LAX
-
MCE
Nonstop1h 40m
Contour
Sun 8/309:45 am
MCE
-
LAX
Nonstop1h 35m
Contour
Deal found 8/2$156
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/1911:55 am
LAX
-
MCE
Nonstop1h 40m
Contour
Wed 8/269:45 am
MCE
-
LAX
Nonstop1h 35m
Contour
Deal found 7/31$160
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/2311:55 am
LAX
-
MCE
Nonstop1h 40m
Contour
Thu 8/279:45 am
MCE
-
LAX
Nonstop1h 35m
Contour
Deal found 7/30$167
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/811:55 am
LAX
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MCE
Nonstop1h 40m
Contour
Sun 8/99:45 am
MCE
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LAX
Nonstop1h 35m
Contour
Deal found 7/30$169

Find flight deals from Los Angeles to Merced

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Los Angeles (LAX) to Merced (MCE). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated August 4, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$122
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$58
(Booking.com)

Good round-trip deal

$138 or less

Good one-way deal

$89 or less
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Los Angeles to Merced 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 August 4, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Los Angeles to Merced that are best for you.

Fly from

Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip
Quickest round-trip

Los AngelesMerced

LAX - MCE

LAXMCE

Los Angeles

Thu 8/13

11:55 am-1:35 pm

Nonstop1h 40m

Merced Municipal

Mon 8/17

9:45 am-11:20 am

Nonstop1h 35m

$124

Los AngelesMerced

LAX - MCE

LAXMCE

Los Angeles

Sun 8/16

11:55 am-1:35 pm

Nonstop1h 40m

Merced Municipal

Sun 8/23

9:45 am-11:20 am

Nonstop1h 35m

$138

Los AngelesMerced

LAX - MCE

LAXMCE

Los Angeles

Wed 8/19

11:55 am-1:35 pm

Nonstop1h 40m

Merced Municipal

Sun 8/23

9:45 am-11:20 am

Nonstop1h 35m

$139

Los AngelesMerced

LAX - MCE

LAXMCE

Los Angeles

Thu 9/10

11:55 am-1:35 pm

Nonstop1h 40m

Merced Municipal

Thu 9/17

9:45 am-11:20 am

Nonstop1h 35m

$152

Los AngelesMerced

LAX - MCE

LAXMCE

Los Angeles

Fri 9/4

11:55 am-1:35 pm

Nonstop1h 40m

Merced Municipal

Sun 9/6

9:45 am-11:20 am

Nonstop1h 35m

$153

Los AngelesMerced

LAX - MCE

LAXMCE

Los Angeles

Thu 8/20

11:55 am-1:35 pm

Nonstop1h 40m

Merced Municipal

Fri 8/21

9:45 am-11:20 am

Nonstop1h 35m

$153

Los AngelesMerced

LAX - MCE

LAXMCE

Los Angeles

Wed 8/19

11:55 am-1:35 pm

Nonstop1h 40m

Merced Municipal

Wed 8/26

9:45 am-11:20 am

Nonstop1h 35m

$160

Los AngelesMerced

LAX - MCE

LAXMCE

Los Angeles

Sat 8/8

11:55 am-1:35 pm

Nonstop1h 40m

Merced Municipal

Sun 8/9

9:45 am-11:20 am

Nonstop1h 35m

$169

Los AngelesMerced

LAX - MCE

LAXMCE

Los Angeles

Sat 10/3

11:55 am-1:35 pm

Nonstop1h 40m

Merced Municipal

Mon 10/5

9:45 am-11:20 am

Nonstop1h 35m

$178
Cheapest one-way
Quickest one-way

Los AngelesMerced

LAX - MCE

LAXMCE

Los Angeles

Wed 9/2

11:55 am-1:35 pm

Nonstop1h 40m

$58

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Compare providers for flights from Los Angeles to Merced

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Los Angeles to Merced in August.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Los Angeles-Merced flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Los Angeles-Merced flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Los Angeles-Merced flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Los Angeles-Merced flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Los Angeles-Merced flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Los Angeles to Merced

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What is the cheapest time of day to fly from LAX to MCE?

Find hourly flight availability from Los Angeles to Merced. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated August 4, 2026.

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

Reviews of airlines servicing Merced

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Merced. 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 Merced. Reviews last updated August 4, 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Los Angeles to Merced, such as Contour. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Contour
7.7
Good
42 reviews

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.9

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

6.2

Overall

7.7

Crew

8.0

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2025

CLT - PAH

The steward on my flight from Charlotte to Paducah was the kindest person I’ve ever met. He made everyone feel comfortable, and even laugh a little. Not to mention his hair was top tier. He deserves a raise. Xoxo
Contour
7.7
Good
42 reviews
Contour
7.7
Good
42 reviews

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.9

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

6.2

Overall

7.7

Crew

8.0

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2025

CLT - PAH

The steward on my flight from Charlotte to Paducah was the kindest person I’ve ever met. He made everyone feel comfortable, and even laugh a little. Not to mention his hair was top tier. He deserves a raise. Xoxo

Related info for your journey

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

  • What airports do I use to fly from Los Angeles to Merced?

    To fly from Los Angeles to Merced, you need to book a flight from Los Angeles (LAX) to Merced Municipal (MCE). Nonstop flights to Merced Municipal from Los Angeles take 1h 40m on average. When it comes time to book airfare, you have a few options: there is 1 outbound flight from Los Angeles to Merced Municipal offered by 1 airline.

  • How long is the flight from Los Angeles to Merced?

    Departing from Los Angeles to Merced will take you 1h 40m. The distance from Los Angeles to Merced is about 259 mi. Most flights are nonstop.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Los Angeles to Merced?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Los Angeles to Merced? While on average our users pay $124, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $59. The most popular route (Los Angeles - Merced Municipal), is priced around $139.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Los Angeles to Merced that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Los Angeles to Merced flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Los Angeles to Merced?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Los Angeles to Merced.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Los Angeles to Merced?

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

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Top airline flying from Los Angeles to Merced

Discover the top airline that operate flights from Los Angeles to Merced. 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 August 4, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
ContourCheapest$122Average$138FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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