Los Angeles to Santa Monica (LAX–SMO) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No scheduled airline flights on this route — it's flown by charter / private operators (). No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
Most recently operated nonstop flights — the month shown is when each was last scheduled. Most destinations remain reachable with a connection.
No discontinued nonstop flights on record for this route.
While no nonstop service exists between LAX and SMO, 1-stop connecting options are available.
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach Santa Monica from Los Angeles
| Metric | LAX→SMO | CLD→SMO | PSP→SMO |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from LAX | – | 86 mi | 109 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | – | 1 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | – | 1 | – |
| Departure OTP | 81% | – | – |
Travel Essentials
LAX: PDT · SMO: PDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Los Angeles, it's 6:00 PM in Santa Monica.
FlyAway bus runs from Van Nuys and Union Station ($9.75, 30–50 min depending on traffic). LA Metro C Line connects to Aviation/LAX station; a free shuttle covers the last mile to terminals. Ride-shares cost $20–50 from downtown. Long-term parking lots A/B are walkable; remote Lot E requires a shuttle.
LAX–SMO Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Harry Reid and Scottsdale. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Carlsbad (CLD) and Palm Springs (PSP).