Cheap Flights from Palo Alto (PAO) to Santa Maria (SMX)

Popular airlines from Palo Alto, CA (PAO-Santa Clara County) to Santa Maria, CA (SMX-Santa Maria Public)

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Flight from Palo Alto to Santa Maria (PAO - SMX) route information
Origin airport
Santa Clara County
Destination airport
Santa Maria Public
Distance
318 km

Palo Alto to Santa Maria Flights

The easy way to book your flights from Palo Alto to Santa Maria 

With Expedia, it’s simple to find and book flights to Santa Maria from Palo Alto whether you’re traveling for business or pleasure. Enter your travel dates, hit search, and choose your flight from airlines that cover this route. There are nonstop flights to Santa Maria Public, too.  

Choose your preferred carrier and cabin class with the advanced search tool and select your ideal departure time. Then, if you want, you can see just nonstop or refundable flights. And if you’re traveling last minute, just enter the date to check out flights from Palo Alto to Santa Maria today, tomorrow, or this week.  

 

Save dollars with cheap flights from Santa Clara County, PAO to Santa Maria Public, SMX 

Sort your search results by price to find great deals on your flight from Palo Alto to Santa Maria—you get all your cheapest options first. Grab yourself a bargain now—the lowest price on flights to Santa Maria from Palo Alto currently is just rising to .  

Here are more money-saving tips: 

  • Fly in when flight prices are normally at their lowest 
  • Book about a month to 6 weeks before you travel for the best prices to Santa Maria  
  • Avoid peak season and weekends when flights can cost more
  • Early morning and late-night flights are sometimes cheaper, so try varying your travel times 
  • One surefire way to save money on your flight is to book your flight and hotel together with Expedia. Sometimes, the savings are so large that the flight is basically free! 

 

Reasons to choose Expedia for your flight to Santa Maria from Palo Alto 

Whatever your destination, budget, or reason to travel, in just one quick search, you can choose from loads of flights, airlines, and cabin classes. The filters make it quick and easy to find your ideal flights, and if you choose one of the flexible options, you won’t be charged to change your flight. So book your flight to Santa Maria with Expedia today.

Frequently asked questions

How much is a flight from PAO to Santa Maria Public Airport (SMX)?
Start packing your bags, because round-trip journeys between Palo Alto Airport and SMX start from . That's based on fares listed within the last 7 days on Expedia for flights departing within the next year. Prices can increase quickly, so book today to score the best deal. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.
Do I need to pay a cancellation fee if I cancel my flight from PAO to Santa Maria Public Airport (SMX)?
Each airline has its own terms and conditions. If you decide to cancel your trip, head to our Customer Service Portal.
How do I find cheap flights from PAO to Santa Maria Public Airport (SMX) that have flexible change policies?
Use our "No change fees" filter to find flexible ticketing options for your flight from PAO to Santa Maria Airport. This allows you to lock in a great price in advance and still have the freedom to make changes without any extra fees. Fare adjustments may apply if your new flight is more expensive.
How far is the flight from PAO to SMX?
A flight distance of just 320 kilometres separates Palo Alto and Santa Maria. Once you're in the air, you won't get a chance to do much more than listen to some short podcasts.
Which airlines fly direct from PAO to SMX?
Flying nonstop between PAO and Santa Maria Public Airport (SMX) isn't possible right now. However, you'll still be able to book a flight to Santa Maria with at least one stop.
Are Santa Clara County Airport (PAO) to Santa Maria Public Airport (SMX) flight tickets cheaper when they're purchased at the last minute?
Airline tickets from Santa Clara County Airport (PAO) to Santa Maria Airport are available up to a year before departure on Expedia. And although you may nab great last-minute deal, it's not something you should bank on. Also, booking your flights well in advance means you'll have more choices — and you can avoid getting trapped in the dreaded middle seat! We frequently update our fares to bring you the biggest bargains, so keep checking in for all the latest specials.

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