Palo Alto

$54+ Cheap flights from Los Angeles (LAX) to Palo Alto, CA

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LAX — SFO
May 4 — May 111
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This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/67:22 pm
LAX
-
SFO
Nonstop1h 42m
Frontier
Sun 5/108:48 pm
SFO
-
LAX
Nonstop1h 38m
Frontier
Deal found 4/1$92
This eDestinos deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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 eDestinos is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/218:01 pm
LAX
-
SFO
Nonstop1h 38m
Frontier
Tue 4/288:40 am
SFO
-
LAX
1 stop6h 40m
Frontier
Deal found 3/31$93
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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 Super.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/208:01 pm
LAX
-
SFO
Nonstop1h 38m
Frontier
Wed 4/226:29 pm
SFO
-
LAX
Nonstop1h 40m
Frontier
Deal found 3/30$94
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/228:01 pm
LAX
-
SFO
Nonstop1h 38m
Frontier
Thu 4/236:29 pm
SFO
-
LAX
Nonstop1h 40m
Frontier
Deal found 3/31$95
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/117:22 pm
LAX
-
SFO
Nonstop1h 42m
Frontier
Wed 5/138:48 pm
SFO
-
LAX
Nonstop1h 38m
Frontier
Deal found 4/1$96
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/208:01 pm
LAX
-
SFO
Nonstop1h 38m
Frontier
Wed 4/296:29 pm
SFO
-
LAX
Nonstop1h 40m
Frontier
Deal found 3/30$97
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/56:09 pm
LAX
-
SFO
Nonstop1h 39m
Frontier
Wed 5/66:00 am
SFO
-
LAX
1 stop18h 16m
Frontier
Deal found 4/1$98
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 6/38:00 am
LAX
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SFO
Nonstop1h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 6/88:48 pm
SFO
-
LAX
Nonstop1h 38m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/31$99
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/4. 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 5/610:05 pm
LAX
-
SFO
1 stop18h 25m
Frontier
Tue 5/123:26 pm
SFO
-
LAX
Nonstop1h 38m
Frontier
Deal found 4/4$100
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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 Super.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/158:01 pm
LAX
-
SFO
Nonstop1h 38m
Frontier
Wed 4/226:29 pm
SFO
-
LAX
Nonstop1h 40m
Frontier
Deal found 3/31$101
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 6/47:22 pm
LAX
-
SFO
Nonstop1h 42m
Frontier
Mon 6/88:48 pm
SFO
-
LAX
Nonstop1h 38m
Frontier
Deal found 4/1$102
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/224:17 pm
LAX
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SFO
1 stop7h 08m
Frontier
Wed 4/296:29 pm
SFO
-
LAX
Nonstop1h 40m
Frontier
Deal found 3/31$103

Find flight deals from Los Angeles to Palo Alto

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Los Angeles to Palo Alto flight deals. Data was last updated April 4, 2026.

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3 stars

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FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$92
(Frontier)

One-way from

$54
(Frontier)

Popular in

February

Cheapest in

July

Average price

$177
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From Los Angeles to Palo Alto
One-way flight from Los Angeles to Palo Alto
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 10% potential increase in price ($22 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($4 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in April 2026

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Depart

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Price

Cheapest round-trip

Los AngelesSan Francisco

LAX - SFO

LAXSFO

Los Angeles

Tue 6/16

12:00 pm-1:31 pm

Nonstop1h 31m

San Francisco

Tue 6/23

2:30 pm-3:59 pm

Nonstop1h 29m

$117

Los AngelesSan Francisco

LAX - SFO

LAXSFO

Los Angeles

Tue 5/19

6:30 pm-7:55 pm

Nonstop1h 25m

San Francisco

Thu 5/21

6:20 am-7:55 am

Nonstop1h 35m

$147
Quickest round-trip

Los AngelesSan Francisco

LAX - SFO

LAXSFO

Los Angeles

Thu 4/30

2:00 pm-3:21 pm

Nonstop1h 21m

San Francisco

Thu 5/7

6:20 pm-7:50 pm

Nonstop1h 30m

$177

Los AngelesSan Francisco

LAX - SFO

LAXSFO

Los Angeles

Wed 5/20

6:20 am-7:45 am

Nonstop1h 25m

San Francisco

Thu 5/21

5:05 am-12:35 pm

2 stops7h 30m

$180

Los AngelesSan Francisco

LAX - SFO

LAXSFO

Los Angeles

Sat 4/25

5:20 am-11:50 am

2 stops6h 30m

San Francisco

Mon 4/27

11:10 am-5:35 pm

1 stop6h 25m

$192

Los AngelesSan Francisco

LAX - SFO

LAXSFO

Los Angeles

Tue 9/29

8:00 pm-9:28 pm

Nonstop1h 28m

San Francisco

Fri 10/2

9:00 pm-10:43 pm

Nonstop1h 43m

$206

Los AngelesSan Francisco

LAX - SFO

LAXSFO

Los Angeles

Sat 5/2

5:20 am-11:05 am

1 stop5h 45m

San Francisco

Sun 5/3

6:10 am-11:25 am

1 stop5h 15m

$207

Los AngelesSan Francisco

LAX - SFO

LAXSFO

Los Angeles

Fri 4/24

7:50 pm-12:10 am

1 stop4h 20m

San Francisco

Mon 4/27

5:40 pm-11:20 pm

1 stop5h 40m

$217

Los AngelesSan Francisco

LAX - SFO

LAXSFO

Los Angeles

Sat 4/25

5:20 am-11:50 am

2 stops6h 30m

San Francisco

Sun 4/26

6:10 am-11:25 am

1 stop5h 15m

$222
Cheapest one-way
Quickest one-way

Los AngelesSan Francisco

LAX - SFO

LAXSFO

Los Angeles

Tue 5/19

7:59 pm-9:19 pm

Nonstop1h 20m

$59

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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 April 2, 2026.

Booking 77 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, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Los Angeles to Palo Alto (average of $44). Flying from Los Angeles to Palo Alto in August is currently the most expensive (average of $72). 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 April 4, 2026.

It’s typically best to fly out from Los Angeles to Palo Alto in the afternoon. Doing so could potentially save you 16% on the flight price compared to flying at noon, 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 March 28, 2026.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Los Angeles to Palo Alto flight should consider departing on Thursday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday 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 April 4, 2026.

The most flights from LAX to P4L are scheduled on a Friday (134 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Wednesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (57 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 April 4, 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Los Angeles to Palo Alto, such as Alaska Airlines,Delta, andUnited Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jan 2026

STS - LAX

Enjoyed staff assistance from ticking thru tsa , boarding and in the plane Couldn’t pick a seat except upgrading

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jan 2026

STS - LAX

Enjoyed staff assistance from ticking thru tsa , boarding and in the plane Couldn’t pick a seat except upgrading

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jan 2026

STS - LAX

Enjoyed staff assistance from ticking thru tsa , boarding and in the plane Couldn’t pick a seat except upgrading

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jan 2026

STS - LAX

Enjoyed staff assistance from ticking thru tsa , boarding and in the plane Couldn’t pick a seat except upgrading

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jan 2026

STS - LAX

Enjoyed staff assistance from ticking thru tsa , boarding and in the plane Couldn’t pick a seat except upgrading

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jan 2026

STS - LAX

Enjoyed staff assistance from ticking thru tsa , boarding and in the plane Couldn’t pick a seat except upgrading

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 95 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?

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

    Delta and Southwest 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 337 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 $22. However, be on the lookout for offers from Frontier and Southwest, 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 Porter Airlines (100%), China Southern (100%) or Gulf Air (88%) 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 $633 for a flight from Los Angeles to Palo Alto. The cheapest flight overall is $57 while the most popular route, (Los Angeles - San Francisco) is currently priced at $80.

  • 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, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Los Angeles to Palo Alto (average of $44). Flying from Los Angeles to Palo Alto in August is currently the most expensive (average of $72). 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 April 4, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$27Average$106FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$33Average$110FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
United AirlinesCheapest$68Average$216FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$78Average$193FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
DeltaCheapest$79Average$209FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
JetBlueCheapest$85Average$220FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
SouthwestCheapest$107Average$250FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$107Average$325FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$111Average$230FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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