Los Angeles, CA LAX to Santa Cruz, CA SRZ Flights

Cheap plane tickets from Los Angeles, CA to Santa Cruz, CA can start from as little as $286 (€227) when you book in advance. The average flight ticket price for Los Angeles, CA to Santa Cruz, CA is $445 (€353) ; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

The average journey time by plane from Los Angeles, CA to Santa Cruz, CA is 17h 24m to travel the 293 miles (472 km) long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.

The earliest flight from Los Angeles, CA to Santa Cruz, CA leaves at 12:47 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The latest flight from Los Angeles, CA to Santa Cruz, CA leaves at 11:55 PM.

Flights from Los Angeles, CA to Santa Cruz, CA generally leave from Los Angeles International Airport and arrive in Santa Cruz.Los Angeles International Airport is 1 miles (2 km) away from Los Angeles, CA city centre and Santa Cruz is 8 miles (13 km) from Santa Cruz, CA city centre.

The cheapest month for a flight from Los Angeles, CA to Santa Cruz, CA is May.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Los Angeles, CA and Santa Cruz, CA including taking a bus, train, and flight.

Since neither Los Angeles, CA nor Santa Cruz, CA are in the Schengen Area, passport requirements depend on the specific immigration rules of United States and United States. Entry and visa requirements can be subject to change. For the latest information, check with your destination's embassy or consulate.

There is no time difference between Los Angeles, CA and Santa Cruz, CA.

For domestic flights we recommend to arrive 1.5 to 2 hours before departure. Please check the website of your departure airport if in doubt. Some airports may offer booking time slots for security checks or offer additional information on when to get there based on time of day.

Most airlines permit carry-on bags that fit within specific dimensions (e.g., 22 x 14 x 9 inches or 56 x 36 x 23 cm), including handles and wheels. Bags must fit in the overhead bin or under the seat in front of you.

Many airlines impose weight limits, commonly ranging between 7 kg (15 lbs) and 12 kg (26 lbs). Typically, passengers are allowed one carry-on bag and one personal item (for example a purse, laptop bag, or backpack). Personal items must fit under the seat in front of you. Budget Airlines (like Ryanair or Wizz Air) have stricter size and weight limits, often requiring fees for larger carry-ons. Full-Service Airlines have more lenient policies, sometimes including more spacious dimensions or higher weight limits depending on your ticket class.

The list of items prohibited on an airplane varies by country and airline, but in general, the following items are not allowed in carry-on or checked baggage: Weapons and self-defence items, sharp objects, flammable materials, explosives, toxic substances, or liquids over 100ml (except for medications and baby essentials). In checked baggage, firearms (without authorization), explosives, large lithium batteries, and hazardous chemicals are prohibited. Electronic cigarettes must be in carry-on bags, while alcohol and dry ice have restrictions. Always check with your airline for specific regulations.