If you live in the South Florida area and want to book a trip out west, now's your chance. Fares to Los Angeles are currently less than $200.
Nonstop, round-trip fares to Los Angeles from Miami and Fort Lauderdale are $178 from September 2022 to May 2023, with additional dates in the summer. From the iconic Hollywood sign to the Santa Monica Pier, there is so much to do in the Los Angeles area, and with this deal, you can experience it all.
Book these flights as soon as you can, as fares from South Florida are discounted by 46%.
Deal basics
Airlines: Alaska Airlines and JetBlue.
Routes: Miami and Fort Lauderdale to Los Angeles.
How to book: Find your best dates on Google Flights and then book directly with the airline.
Travel dates: From September to May, excluding major holidays like Thanksgiving and Christmas; additional availability from Miami in July 2023.
Book by: ASAP.
Kudos to Scott’s Cheap Flights for finding this deal. Scott’s Cheap Flights has discounts of up to 90% with its Premium membership, which includes a 14-day trial and costs $49 per year. There’s also the option to upgrade to the site’s Elite membership for $199 a year to receive Premium deals and premium economy, business-class and first-class deals.
Sample flights
Nonstop flights departing from Miami and Fort Lauderdale cost around $178.
When booking a flight from Fort Lauderdale, Google Flights identifies $178 as a typical fare, but from Miami, the price is considered to be far cheaper than usual. Normally, flights from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) can cost anywhere up to $400, according to Google Flights.
From Miami International Airport (MIA), a flight to LAX can cost upward of $485, making the $178 sticker price for a nonstop flight even more of a steal.
We suggest using Google Flights solely to determine your availability. Then, book your flight directly with the airline of your choice. Prices on Google Flights tend to differ from those on airlines’ websites due to third-party booking options.
This deal is only for economy fares — and both Alaska Airlines and JetBlue have similar policies for their most basic economy options. Passengers flying with Alaska Airlines’ Saver option are the last to board. Meanwhile, JetBlue does not allow passengers to choose a seat with its Blue Basic option.
However, Alaska does let you bring one free carry-on to your flight, while JetBlue does not allow any carry-ons with basic economy. Both charge $60 for the first checked bag.
For a flight with JetBlue, you can pay extra to select a seat. Seat prices range from $8 to $94; the more expensive seats are roomier and positioned toward the front of the aircraft. If you have a pet, JetBlue has a $125 fee to bring your pet on board.
Alaska only charges extra if you select a premium seat, which costs an additional $159. Premium seats are toward the front of the aircraft, have more legroom and offer complimentary drinks. Passengers who pay an extra $159 for premium seats also receive priority boarding.
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Bottom line
With this deal, you can experience a bustling city and the teal-blue waters of the Pacific Ocean — all for less than $200. Fares to Los Angeles from South Florida typically cost more than $300, so you’re getting a fairly significant discount.
Book this deal as soon as you can, as prices are sure to increase the longer you wait.
