Flying from Santa Fe Municipal Airport (SAF) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX): what you need to know
The timezone in Los Angeles is UTC-7, which is one hour behind Santa Fe.
To ensure you catch your SAF to LAX flight, allow plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Flying during a peak time like September? School holidays and other high seasons can result in longer queues at security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
If you'd like to explore another city along the way, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Santa Fe Municipal Airport to Los Angeles International Airport. Here are the top stopovers between SAF and LAX:
Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport
Denver International Airport
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Santa Fe Municipal Airport (SAF) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
297 € is the lowest price for a one-way Santa Fe Municipal Airport to Los Angeles International Airport flight. A return flight starts from 159 €. These fares may change based on demand and availability.
It's a good idea to book early if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from SAF to LAX. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Santa Fe Municipal Airport to Los Angeles International Airport throughout the entire month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your travel dates aren't set in stone.
You don't need to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you as soon as there's a better deal on cheap flights from SAF to LAX.
Select your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Santa Fe Municipal Airport to Los Angeles International Airport.
Handy information about Santa Fe Municipal Airport (SAF)
Santa Fe Municipal Airport scores high marks for its on-time performance. 82.47% of flights that depart SAF arrive at their destination as scheduled.
To reach Santa Fe Municipal Airport from central Santa Fe, it takes about 20 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 23 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Need a convenient place to stay before your flight from Santa Fe Municipal Airport to Los Angeles International Airport? Inn at Santa Fe, SureStay Collection by Best Western and Ojo Santa Fe Spa Resort are near SAF. They're a particularly great option if you're catching an early flight.
Arriving at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Book a hotel near LAX if you're on a late Santa Fe Municipal Airport to Los Angeles International Airport flight. Check in to one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Los Angeles International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Dollar, Thrifty or Hertz to explore Los Angeles and beyond.
Get the best deal by reserving your vehicle from Los Angeles International Airport about one week ahead of your trip.
Getting from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to central Los Angeles
LAX is located at One World Way.
Los Angeles International Airport to central Los Angeles has a drive time of about 30 minutes. It's approximately 32 kilometres away.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey of around 55 minutes.
When to fly to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
July is the busiest month for flights from Santa Fe Municipal Airport to Los Angeles International Airport. For smaller crowds, travel to Los Angeles in May.
Book your flight from Santa Fe Municipal Airport to Los Angeles International Airport for August if you'd like to explore Los Angeles during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 16ºC (61ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from SAF to LAX in February if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 6ºC (43ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF) on average.
Explore more of United States
San Diego is just one of the many cities in United States waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Los Angeles. Around 177 kilometres away to the south-east, its top attractions include San Diego Zoo, USS Midway Museum and SeaWorld San Diego.
If you're interested in discovering another major destination in United States, head for San Jose, about 499 kilometres north-west of Los Angeles. Winchester Mystery House, Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum and San Jose Museum of Art are among its highlights.
