Cheap Flights to Santa Monica

View AU$753 flight on Fri, 19 Dec 2025Opens in a new window

Popular airlines to Santa Monica

    notification illustration

    Be in the know

    Get alerts if flight prices drop or rise*
    deals illustration

    Book smarter

    Save up to 35% on select hotels after you book a flight*
    trophy illustration

    Earn twice

    Earn your airline miles on top of our rewards
    Sign in

Cheap Tickets to Santa Monica

These prices were available within the past 7 days. Prices quoted are per person, return, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Fiji Airways
Mon, 17 Nov - Sun, 30 Nov
MEL
Melbourne
LAX
Los Angeles
AU$1,186 Return, just found
AU$1,186
Return
just found
Select Fiji Airways flight, departing Mon, 17 Nov from Melbourne to Los Angeles, returning Sun, 30 Nov, priced at AU$1,186 just found
United
Fri, 10 Apr - Sat, 18 Apr
MEL
Melbourne
LAX
Los Angeles
AU$1,197 Return, found 2 hours ago
AU$1,197
Return
found 2 hours ago
Select United flight, departing Fri, 10 Apr from Melbourne to Los Angeles, returning Sat, 18 Apr, priced at AU$1,197 found 2 hours ago
Delta
Fri, 10 Apr - Fri, 17 Apr
MEL
Melbourne
LAX
Los Angeles
AU$1,207 Return, found 2 hours ago
AU$1,207
Return
found 2 hours ago
Select Delta flight, departing Fri, 10 Apr from Melbourne to Los Angeles, returning Fri, 17 Apr, priced at AU$1,207 found 2 hours ago
American Airlines
Mon, 13 Apr - Sat, 25 Apr
MEL
Melbourne
LAX
Los Angeles
AU$1,229 Return, just found
AU$1,229
Return
just found
Select American Airlines flight, departing Mon, 13 Apr from Melbourne to Los Angeles, returning Sat, 25 Apr, priced at AU$1,229 just found
Qantas Airways
Mon, 2 Mar - Mon, 16 Mar
MEL
Melbourne
LAX
Los Angeles
AU$1,230 Return, just found
AU$1,230
Return
just found
Select Qantas Airways flight, departing Mon, 2 Mar from Melbourne to Los Angeles, returning Mon, 16 Mar, priced at AU$1,230 just found

Find the cheapest month to fly from Columbus (CMH) to Los Angeles (LAX)

August is typically the cheapest month to fly

From AU$178 - AU$494 per traveller.

Frequently asked questions

What is the name of Santa Monica's airport?
Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) is the most frequently utilized airport in Santa Monica.
How far is Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) from central Santa Monica?
It's 11 kilometres from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to downtown Santa Monica. Make things easier by researching the fastest way of commuting from the airport to the city centre before you land.
What airport is best to fly into Santa Monica?
A flight to Santa Monica means stepping off the plane at either Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) or Long Beach Municipal Airport (LGB). The first is 11 kilometres away from the city centre. The second is 40 kilometres away.
How many airlines fly to Santa Monica?
There are a total of 69 air carriers connecting Santa Monica with 155 airports globally.
Which airlines fly to Santa Monica?
Santa Monica receives the highest number of flights from Southwest Airlines, Delta and United Airlines with Southwest Airlines being the preferred choice of carrier. Las Vegas is the most popular city for travellers to depart from.
How many nonstop flights are there to Santa Monica?
Arranging an unforgettable Santa Monica getaway is a cinch when there are 4,841 direct flights every week to choose from.
Where are the most popular flights to Santa Monica departing from?
Travellers frequently depart from Las Vegas, San Francisco and New York airports when heading to Santa Monica.
How long is the flight to Santa Monica Airport?
If it's Las Vegas you're leaving behind, you'll be in the sky for around 1 hour and 16 minutes before you arrive in Santa Monica. Terminal to terminal from San Francisco takes approximately 1 hour and 31 minutes and from New York, it's 6 hours and 28 minutes.
How to book the cheapest flight to Santa Monica?
If you'd like to save some cash on your trip to Santa Monica, listen up! As any seasoned traveller will tell you, don't leave booking until the last minute. Prices are usually more expensive just prior to the departure date. Also, shop around and compare your options. If your destination has more than one airport, you may be able to nab a better deal by flying into a less busy terminal. Last of all, another simple way to save some cash is be ready to book fast. If you stumble on a terrific deal, don't think twice — grab it while you can.
Do you have any tips for my flight to Santa Monica?
We've rounded up all the info you need to make your flight a pleasant experience. Follow our insider tips and you'll be zooming through the airport and enjoying Santa Monica in no time flat. What to pack in your hand luggage:

  • Firstly, and most importantly, pack in your passport, official ID, bank cards and vital medications. Next, you'll want some extra in-flight entertainment to while away the hours. A juicy book and a laptop crammed with your favourite shows are good options. If you intend to catch more than just forty winks, a quality neck pillow and some noise-cancelling headphones will also be useful. Finally, leave some space for a toothbrush and some deodorant to ensure you step off the plane looking and feeling fresh.

Do not pack the following items in your hand luggage:

  • Leave all your full-sized bottles of shampoo and hair gel in your checked baggage. Any liquids in your carry-on suitcase larger than 3.4 ounces (100 millilitres) won't be allowed on. Sharp or pointed objects, like your precious pocket knife, and dangerous products which are flammable or explosive, such as aerosols and gasoline, are also restricted.

What to wear on a flight:

  • Go for comfort over style. Prepare for changes in temperature by layering up, and pick flat, slightly roomy shoes like sneakers.
  • Deep vein thrombosis (DVT) is a risk on long-distance flights. It results from blood clots forming due to poor circulation and inactivity, so do some gentle leg and foot exercises in your seat and consider wearing compression tights or socks.

How to get through airport security fast when flying to Santa Monica?
The answer is — be prepared. We've put together some handy tips and tricks for a hassle-free trip through airport security. Look out Santa Monica, here you come:

  • Airport security personnel first need to determine that you have a valid passport and boarding pass before anything else. Keep them close by.
  • Time to strip down. Well sort of. Your belt, jacket, keys and other contents of your pockets, like your earphones, will need to go on a tray through the X-ray machine. Make your life easier by removing them as your turn draws near.
  • All electronic devices, including your phone and tablet, will also need to be separately scanned.
  • Any liquids or gels, such as hair oil or hand cream, that you want to bring on board need to be in containers no greater than 3.4 ounces (100 millilitres). Also, they all must fit inside a quart-size (one litre), clear zip-close bag.
  • It's also likely that you'll need to take your shoes off to be X-rayed, so wearing lightweight sneakers is always a clever idea.
  • Sharp or pointed items are prohibited in the cabin. They'll be seized at security, so put them in your checked baggage.

Book with confidence

Santa Monica Flights

Have the time of your life in Santa Monica

Flying to Santa Monica is now easier than ever when you use Expedia to book your trip. We’ve got an extensive catalogue of Santa Monica flight deals, giving you the greatest number of options to choose from. Whether you prefer to fly on weekdays or weekends, in the morning or at night, a quick search on Expedia.com.au will help you find cheap tickets to Santa Monica in seconds. We even make it simple for you to stick with a certain airline if you’re trying to rack up frequent flyer points.

Tips for flying and packing light

If it’s been a while since you’ve travelled, you might be due for a refresher when it comes to flying. That’s where our helpful blog, Out There Starts Here, comes in. Wondering whether to pack for fine dining or more casual eats? Or whether you really need to bring a jacket? Written by seasoned travel experts, the articles on our blog provide you with the latest details about certain destinations, so you know just what to expect. Check out some of our recent articles for the smartest ways to see the sights.

Fly for less when you bundle airfare and accommodation

Our already low airfares are even more affordable when you bundle your flights with a stay at one of the hotels in Santa Monica. By booking all of your travel plans with us, you’ll save time and money, and enjoy the convenience of having all of your arrangements in one place.

Get the power of planning in the palm of your hand

Booking your trip to Santa Monica, Los Angeles has never been easier than when you use our mobile app to plan your dream getaway. The Expedia App is available on both Android and iOS, allowing you to reserve flights and hotels at any time of day, no matter what kind of phone you use. You’ll also get exclusive offers, receive flight updates, and can earn extra points. Wherever you are, the Expedia App helps you get where you want to be.

Join the Expedia Rewards Program

If you enjoy the finer things in life, sign up for our rewards program to receive exclusive benefits when you book with us. Expedia Rewards opens the door to member-only deals, +VIP Access hotel benefits, and earning Expedia Rewards points, that you can redeem your way. You’ll also get access to Unreal Deals that could save you the price of a plane ticket to Santa Monica when bundled with your accommodation.

What are you waiting for?

Expedia.com.au helps you find cheap flights to Santa Monica AU$1,186. So why wait another second to begin planning your trip? Start your search right now, and you could be boarding the next Santa Monica-bound flight. Bon voyage!

Santa Monica Flights

Travel information

Destination airport
Los Angeles Intl.
Destination airport IATA code
LAX
Destination city name
Los Angeles
Return price
AU$1,185

Trending flights to Santa Monica

These prices were available within the past 7 days. Prices quoted are per person, return, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Fiji Airways
Mon, 17 Nov - Sun, 30 Nov
MEL
Melbourne
LAX
Los Angeles
AU$1,186 Return, just found
AU$1,186
Return
just found
Select Fiji Airways flight, departing Mon, 17 Nov from Melbourne to Los Angeles, returning Sun, 30 Nov, priced at AU$1,186 just found

Explore a world of travel with Expedia

*Available to Expedia members.