Cheap Flights from San Antonio International (SAT) to Los Angeles International (LAX)

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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from San Antonio International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from £213. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

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We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like San Antonio International to Los Angeles International flights are currently cheapest in September.

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San Antonio to Los Angeles: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found£87
Cheapest month to flySeptember
Average flight time3 hrs, 19 mins
Most popular airlineLATAM Airlines
Average flights per week205

Finding cheap flights from San Antonio International to Los Angeles International: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from San Antonio International to Los Angeles International is £153. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
3 hours and 19 minutes is the average flight time from San Antonio International to Los Angeles International.
LATAM Airlines, Alaska Airlines and SkyWest Airlines fly direct from San Antonio International to Los Angeles International.
As of May 2026, there are 205 flights per week flying from San Antonio International to Los Angeles International.
The cheapest month to fly from San Antonio International to Los Angeles International is usually August.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from San Antonio International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport on Tuesday, 11 August 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 3 hours and 19 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Los Angeles International but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Los Angeles is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Southwest Airlines offers the cheapest flight tickets to Los Angeles International.

Travelling from San Antonio International Airport (SAT) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX): what you need to know

  • The average time for a direct flight from San Antonio International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport is 3 hours 15 minutes.

  • The timezone in Los Angeles is UTC-7, which is two hours behind San Antonio.

  • Flights from SAT to LAX start from 06:00 — the first with Delta Air Lines. The last departure is at 22:59 with Spirit Airlines. Overall, there are 47 weekly San Antonio International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport flights.

  • Your SAT to LAX flight won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.

  • Travelling during a peak time such as July? Public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.

  • You'll find a range of airlines offering direct flights from San Antonio International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport. When you're ready to kick off your Los Angeles adventure, let one of these carriers fly you to this must-see corner of United States:

  • The majority of passengers choose to travel with American Airlines on this route.

  • With an impressive 93.44% of services arriving on schedule, Spirit Airlines has the best on-time performance for SAT to LAX flights.

  • If you want to explore another city along the way, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from San Antonio International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport. These are the top stopovers between SAT and LAX:

    • El Paso International Airport

    • Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport

    • Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport)

How to find the cheapest flights from San Antonio International Airport (SAT) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)

  • £87 is currently the best price for a one-way San Antonio International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport flight. Return flights start at £153. These prices can change based on availability.

  • To score cheap tickets from SAT to LAX, book your journey six months ahead of your planned departure.

  • Organise your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from San Antonio International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport. If you're flexible with your travel dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfare across every month.

  • You don't need to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll send you an update as soon as the price changes on cheap flights from SAT to LAX.

  • Tailor your flights using filters. Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from San Antonio International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport.

Handy information about San Antonio International Airport (SAT)

  • SAT is located at 9800 Airport Boulevard.

  • San Antonio International Airport maintains a solid on-time record, so you're unlikely to face delays. Departures from SAT land on schedule 83.17% of the time.

  • San Antonio International Airport is about 12 miles from central San Antonio. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.

  • The journey when using public transport will take about 1 hour 30 minutes.

  • Get your journey off to a leisurely start by staying near SAT. Whether you're boarding an early flight from San Antonio International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays are perfect:

Arriving at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)

Getting from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to central Los Angeles

  • LAX is located at One World Way.

  • Los Angeles International Airport is approximately 20 miles from the centre of Los Angeles. Driving there takes about 30 minutes.

  • Travelling by public transport will take you roughly 55 minutes.

When to fly to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)

  • The quietest month for a flight from San Antonio International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport is May, while July is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to go to Los Angeles based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.

  • The warmest month in Los Angeles is August, with temperatures ranging between 16ºC (61ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Lock in your flights from San Antonio International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.

  • If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from SAT to LAX in February. Temperatures average between 6ºC (43ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF) then.

Explore more of United States

  • Los Angeles has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of United States waiting to be discovered. About 110 miles south-east of Los Angeles, a trip to San Diego will keep your itinerary packed. Start with attractions like San Diego Zoo, USS Midway Museum and SeaWorld San Diego.

  • Around 310 miles north-west of Los Angeles, San Jose is another essential stop in United States. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Winchester Mystery House, Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum and San Jose Museum of Art.

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