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$47+ Cheap flights from Los Angeles (LAX) to Palo Alto, CA

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 2/24. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — SFO
Jan 3 — Jan 101
Sat 1/3
Sat 1/10
1 adult, Economy
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This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/2. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/236:58 pmLAX - SFO
Nonstop1h 32mFrontier
Tue 1/67:09 pmSFO - LAX
Nonstop1h 27mFrontier
Deal found 12/2$81
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/2. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/226:58 pmLAX - SFO
Nonstop1h 32mFrontier
Tue 1/67:09 pmSFO - LAX
Nonstop1h 27mFrontier
Deal found 12/2$84
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/3. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/103:30 pmLAX - SFO
1 stop16h 18mFrontier
Wed 1/76:54 pmSFO - LAX
Nonstop1h 32mFrontier
Deal found 12/3$85
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/2. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/226:58 pmLAX - SFO
Nonstop1h 32mFrontier
Tue 12/239:30 pmSFO - LAX
Nonstop1h 29mFrontier
Deal found 12/2$86
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/2. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/186:58 pmLAX - SFO
Nonstop1h 32mFrontier
Mon 1/59:30 pmSFO - LAX
Nonstop1h 29mFrontier
Deal found 12/2$88
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/2. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/186:58 pmLAX - SFO
Nonstop1h 32mFrontier
Thu 1/19:30 pmSFO - LAX
Nonstop1h 29mFrontier
Deal found 12/2$89
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/2. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/246:58 pmLAX - SFO
Nonstop1h 32mFrontier
Mon 12/299:30 pmSFO - LAX
Nonstop1h 29mFrontier
Deal found 12/2$90
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/2. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/226:58 pmLAX - SFO
Nonstop1h 32mFrontier
Wed 12/249:30 pmSFO - LAX
Nonstop1h 29mFrontier
Deal found 12/2$91
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/2. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/107:35 pmLAX - SFO
Nonstop1h 36mFrontier
Sun 1/49:30 pmSFO - LAX
Nonstop1h 29mFrontier
Deal found 12/2$93
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/2. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/177:35 pmLAX - SFO
Nonstop1h 36mFrontier
Sat 1/1012:00 pmSFO - LAX
1 stop7h 09mFrontier
Deal found 12/2$95
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/2. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/226:58 pmLAX - SFO
Nonstop1h 32mFrontier
Sun 12/289:30 pmSFO - LAX
Nonstop1h 29mFrontier
Deal found 12/2$96

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Keep the following information in mind while searching for Los Angeles to Palo Alto flight deals. Data was last updated December 4, 2025.

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Round-trip from

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One-way from

$49
(Delta)

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January

Average price

$151
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Los Angeles to Palo Alto 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 December 4, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Los Angeles to Palo Alto that are best for you.

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Los AngelesSan Francisco

LAX - SFO

LAXSFO

Los Angeles

Tue 1/13

6:50 pm-8:15 pm

Nonstop1h 25m

San Francisco

Tue 1/20

11:10 am-4:15 pm

1 stop5h 05m

$84

Los AngelesSan Francisco

LAX - SFO

LAXSFO

Los Angeles

Wed 2/4

6:50 pm-8:15 pm

Nonstop1h 25m

San Francisco

Sat 2/7

7:25 am-8:50 am

Nonstop1h 25m

$90

Los AngelesSan Francisco

LAX - SFO

LAXSFO

Los Angeles

Sat 1/10

1:40 pm-3:08 pm

Nonstop1h 28m

San Francisco

Mon 1/12

6:55 pm-8:26 pm

Nonstop1h 31m

$99

Los AngelesSan Francisco

LAX - SFO

LAXSFO

Los Angeles

Wed 1/21

5:50 pm-9:20 pm

1 stop3h 30m

San Francisco

Sat 1/24

4:10 pm-5:35 pm

Nonstop1h 25m

$110

Los AngelesSan Francisco

LAX - SFO

LAXSFO

Los Angeles

Wed 2/25

1:37 pm-3:03 pm

Nonstop1h 26m

San Francisco

Sun 3/1

6:55 pm-8:26 pm

Nonstop1h 31m

$117

Los AngelesSan Francisco

LAX - SFO

LAXSFO

Los Angeles

Sat 1/17

7:30 am-8:59 am

Nonstop1h 29m

San Francisco

Sun 1/18

6:55 pm-8:26 pm

Nonstop1h 31m

$119

Los AngelesSan Francisco

LAX - SFO

LAXSFO

Los Angeles

Thu 1/8

5:45 am-11:50 am

1 stop6h 05m

San Francisco

Mon 1/12

5:30 am-10:15 am

1 stop4h 45m

$130

Los AngelesSan Francisco

LAX - SFO

LAXSFO

Los Angeles

Sun 1/11

5:00 am-11:50 am

1 stop6h 50m

San Francisco

Tue 1/13

2:35 pm-9:25 pm

1 stop6h 50m

$132

Los AngelesSan Francisco

LAX - SFO

LAXSFO

Los Angeles

Sat 1/10

10:50 am-12:20 pm

Nonstop1h 30m

San Francisco

Mon 1/12

11:10 am-8:55 pm

2 stops9h 45m

$134

Los AngelesSan Francisco

LAX - SFO

LAXSFO

Los Angeles

Sat 2/28

7:25 pm-11:15 pm

1 stop3h 50m

San Francisco

Tue 3/3

5:30 am-1:50 pm

2 stops8h 20m

$136

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Best time to book a flight from Los Angeles to Palo Alto

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Los Angeles to Palo Alto

How far ahead should I book a flight from Los Angeles to Palo Alto?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Los Angeles to Palo Alto. Price data was last updated on November 28, 2025.

Booking 85 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Los Angeles to Palo Alto. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Los Angeles to Palo Alto?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Los Angeles to Palo Alto (average of $26). Flying from Los Angeles to Palo Alto in August is currently the most expensive (average of $71). 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 LAX to P4L?

Find hourly flight availability from Los Angeles to Palo Alto. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated December 4, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Los Angeles to Palo Alto in the afternoon. Doing so could potentially save you 35% on the flight price compared to flying in the evening, which is usually more expensive.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Los Angeles to Palo Alto?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Los Angeles to Palo Alto. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Los Angeles to Palo Alto flight should consider departing on Tuesday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Los Angeles to Palo Alto

Explore weekly flight availability from Los Angeles to Palo Alto. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated December 4, 2025.

The most flights from LAX to P4L are scheduled on a Thursday (154 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (68 on average).

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Los Angeles to Palo Alto?

Reviews of airlines servicing Palo Alto

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Palo Alto. 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 Palo Alto. Reviews last updated December 4, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Los Angeles to Palo Alto, such as Alaska Airlines, Delta, and United Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,402 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2025

LAX - LIH

The staff were exceptional! They all were kind, accommodating, and professional.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,402 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,402 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2025

LAX - LIH

The staff were exceptional! They all were kind, accommodating, and professional.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,011 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,402 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2025

LAX - LIH

The staff were exceptional! They all were kind, accommodating, and professional.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,066 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,402 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2025

LAX - LIH

The staff were exceptional! They all were kind, accommodating, and professional.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,047 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,402 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2025

LAX - LIH

The staff were exceptional! They all were kind, accommodating, and professional.
Frontier
5.8
Fair
3,090 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,402 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2025

LAX - LIH

The staff were exceptional! They all were kind, accommodating, and professional.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Los Angeles to Palo Alto. 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 Los Angeles to Palo Alto?

    For a flight from Los Angeles to Palo Alto, you will be flying from Los Angeles. Los Angeles (LAX) is just 9.4 mi from the center of the city. Los Angeles is the only Los Angeles airport and it handles 110 outbound flights to Palo Alto per day. 9 airlines have flights to Palo Alto from Los Angeles on a regular basis.

  • How popular is this Los Angeles to Palo Alto flight route?

    Flights from Los Angeles to Palo Alto have been viewed 375 times in the past calendar month.

  • How long is the flight from Los Angeles to Palo Alto?

    Southwest and Delta can get you from Los Angeles to Palo Alto in just under 1h 25m. Your travel time will be generally consistent. Los Angeles and Palo Alto are separated by a distance of 338 mi. All flights are typically nonstop.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Los Angeles to Palo Alto one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is Spirit Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $21. However, be on the lookout for offers from Frontier and Hawaiian Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from Los Angeles to Palo Alto for a low price.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Los Angeles to Palo Alto?

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Los Angeles to Palo Alto consider choosing Aer Lingus (92%), Emirates (82%) or KLM (76%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Los Angeles to Palo Alto?

    On average you can expect to pay $909 for a flight from Los Angeles to Palo Alto. The cheapest flight overall is $54 while the most popular route, (Los Angeles - San Francisco) is currently priced at $48.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Los Angeles to Palo Alto 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 Los Angeles to Palo Alto?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Los Angeles to Palo Alto (average of $26). Flying from Los Angeles to Palo Alto in August is currently the most expensive (average of $71). 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 9 airlines flying from Los Angeles to Palo Alto

Discover the top 9 airlines that operate flights from Los Angeles to Palo Alto. 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 December 4, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$27Average$93FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$30Average$98FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$58Average$206FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
United AirlinesCheapest$58Average$224FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$95Average$198FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
JetBlueCheapest$106Average$210FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
SouthwestCheapest$107Average$231FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$108Average$257FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$115Average$211FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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