Santa Fe to Los Angeles (SAF–LAX) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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AA6513
AA American
CR7
11:56 AM
MDT
1:12 PM
PDT
2h 16m
M T W T F S S
Prices
FJ5125
FJ Fiji
CR7
1:42 PM
MDT
3:07 PM
PDT
2h 25m
M T W T F S S
Prices
AA6376
AA American
CR7
1:42 PM
MDT
3:07 PM
PDT
2h 25m
M T W T F S S
Prices
AA6513
AA American
CR7
8:18 AM
PDT
11:22 AM
MDT
2h 4m
M T W T F S S
Prices
AA6376
AA American
CR7
10:05 AM
PDT
1:12 PM
MDT
2h 7m
M T W T F S S
Prices

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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.

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Santa Fe to Los Angeles
2 carriers, 21 flights/week nonstop.
2 Airlines 21 Flights/wk 708 mi 2h 16m nonstop -1h behind 28 1-stop hubs

SAF–LAX is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. American Airlines and Fiji Airways lead the route. The flight covers 708 miles in approximately 2h 16m. Beyond nonstop, 28 hubs offer 1-stop connections.

Airline Landscape

All carriers operating nonstop SAF–LAX service, compared side by side.
Airline Freq/wk Aircraft Duration Dep OTP Alliance Codeshares
AA American Airlines 14 CR7 2h16-2h25 Oneworld
FJ Fiji Airways 7 CR7 2h25 Oneworld
Aircraft on this route
CR7 Bombardier CRJ-700 – AA, FJ
Alliance coverage
Oneworld: AA + FJ (21 flights/wk, 100%)
OTP based on airport-level delay snapshots. Duration ranges reflect seasonal/directional variation.

Weekly Schedule Pattern

Nonstop flight frequency by day of week, SAF to LAX direction.
Mon
3
flights
Tue
3
flights
Wed
3
flights
Thu
3
flights
Fri
3
flights
Sat
3
flights
Sun
3
flights
Departure time distribution
12 AM6 AM12 PM6 PM12 AM
Morning departures
Afternoon/evening departures
3
Nonstop flights
21
Outbound / wk
14
Return / wk

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for SAF to LAX.
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One-Stop Connections
28
Hubs
~3h
Fastest
~22h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
434
Candidates
Two-stop connections loaded in the connections tab above.
Connections computed from published schedules with minimum connection time verification. Use the interactive explorer above the fold to filter by airline, tier, and layover time.

On-Time Performance

What to expect at each end of your journey.
Outbound
SAF → LAX
90%
Generally reliable. Most flights run on time.
Arriving
90%
Return
LAX → SAF
70%
Moderate delays possible. Allow buffer time.
Departing
70%
OTP = percentage of flights arriving within 15 min of schedule. Based on airport-level delay snapshots. LAX delays →

Other ways to reach Los Angeles from Santa Fe

Nearby airports with service to Los Angeles International Airport.
Metric SAF→LAX ABQ→LAX TEX→LAX
Distance from SAF 49 mi 190 mi
Nonstop airlines 2 8 1
Weekly flights 21 153 1
Flight time 2h 16m 1h 3m 1h 24m
Airports within 200 miles of SAF with service to Los Angeles International Airport.

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
-1h
Los Angeles is 1 hour behind Santa Fe.
SAF: MDT · LAX: PDT

When it's 6:00 PM in Santa Fe, it's 5:00 PM in Los Angeles.
Distance & Flight Time
708 mi / 1,140 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 2h 16m to 2h 25m.
Getting from LAX

LAX has no direct rail link to downtown. The closest option is the free LAX Shuttle G to the Metro C Line station at Aviation/Century Blvd (fare $1.75 to Union Station, 40–50 min). Taxis use a meter; expect $35–55 to downtown and $30–45 to Santa Monica. Ride-shares cost $20–45 depending on destination and surge pricing.Rental car facilities are a short shuttle ride from terminals. FlyAway buses run to Union Station, Van Nuys, Hollywood, and Westwood ($9.75–11.25). For LAX Connect (the new people mover to Inglewood), check if it has opened at time of travel.

Los Angeles Climate

Mediterranean climate. Summers are warm and dry (24–30°C) with low humidity and almost no rain. Winters are mild (10–18°C) with occasional rain from November through March. Fog ("June Gloom") is common from late May through July, blanketing mornings until noon and causing departure delays.

Santa Ana winds occur in fall and spring, sometimes grounding departures briefly. Heat waves in September–October can push temperatures above 38°C inland, though LAX itself stays cooler near the coast.

SAF–LAX Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Santa Fe to Los Angeles route.
Route details
Distance708 mi / 1,140 km
Flight time2h 16m to 2h 25m
Time difference-1 hour
Airlines (nonstop)2
Weekly flights21 out / 14 return
1-stop connections28 hubs
Origin: SAF
IATA / ICAOSAF / KSAF
TimezoneAmerica/Denver
Passengers/yr0.4M
Elevation6,348 ft / 1,935 m
Destination: LAX
IATA / ICAOLAX / KLAX
TimezoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
Passengers/yr76.6M
Elevation125 ft / 38 m

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about SAF to LAX flights.
Nonstop flights from Santa Fe Municipal Airport to Los Angeles International Airport take approximately 2h 16m to 2h 25m. The route covers 708 miles.
2 airlines operate nonstop service: American Airlines and Fiji Airways.
There are approximately 21 nonstop flights per week from SAF to LAX. The return direction has about 14 weekly flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through SCF, LAS, PSP, TUS, SJC, ELP, OAK, TUL, SFO, OKC, SJD, OMA, IAH, HOU, STL, DAL, AUS, BNA, MDW, JAX, CLT, IAD, MIA, BOS, DFW, DEN, PHX and ORD. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Los Angeles is 1 hour behind Santa Fe.
Yes, return flights from LAX to SAF are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
Nearby alternatives include ABQ and TEX. See the Alternatives section for a full comparison.
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See the On-Time Performance section for the latest delay data at both airports. This shows departure and arrival reliability to help you plan.
Route data is updated regularly from official airline schedules. On-time performance data comes from recent airport delay snapshots.

Flights from SAF to LAX

Santa Fe Municipal Airport (SAF) and Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) are connected by nonstop service from American Airlines and Fiji Airways. With 21 weekly departures, this is a well served route.

SAF to LAX Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from SAF to LAX ranges from 2 hours 16 minutes to 2 hours 25 minutes. The route covers a distance of 708 miles (1,140 km). There are approximately 21 weekly flights outbound and 14 return, totaling 35 flights per week in both directions.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

28 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 3 hours via SCF. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Albuquerque (ABQ) and Telluride (TEX).