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  • Cheap Flights from Los Angeles to Carlsbad (LAX-CLD)

    Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at CA $333 for one-way flights and CA $702 for roundtrip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change.

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    Select American Airlines flight, departing Tue, Jan 5 from Los Angeles to Carlsbad, returning Sat, Jan 9, priced at CA $702 Found 1 day ago

    Tue, Jan 5 - Sat, Jan 9 · LAX · CLD · Roundtrip

    Select American Airlines flight, departing Mon, Dec 28 from Los Angeles to Carlsbad, returning Fri, Jan 1, priced at CA $750 Found 14 hours ago

    Mon, Dec 28 - Fri, Jan 1 · LAX · CLD · CA $ · Roundtrip

    Select American Airlines flight, departing Mon, Dec 28 from Los Angeles to Carlsbad, returning Fri, Jan 1, priced at CA $771 Found 14 hours ago

    Mon, Dec 28 - Fri, Jan 1 · LAX · CLD · Roundtrip

    Select American Airlines flight, departing Mon, Dec 28 from Los Angeles to Carlsbad, returning Fri, Jan 1, priced at CA $772 Found 14 hours ago

    Mon, Dec 28 - Fri, Jan 1 · LAX · CLD · Roundtrip

    Select American Airlines flight, departing Mon, Dec 28 from Los Angeles to Carlsbad, returning Fri, Jan 1, priced at CA $786 Found 14 hours ago

    Mon, Dec 28 - Fri, Jan 1 · LAX · CLD · Roundtrip

    Select American Airlines flight, departing Mon, Dec 28 from Los Angeles to Carlsbad, returning Fri, Jan 1, priced at CA $792 Found 14 hours ago

    Mon, Dec 28 - Fri, Jan 1 · LAX · CLD · Roundtrip

    Select American Airlines flight, departing Mon, Dec 28 from Los Angeles to Carlsbad, returning Fri, Jan 1, priced at CA $806 Found 14 hours ago

    Mon, Dec 28 - Fri, Jan 1 · LAX · CLD · Roundtrip

    Select American Airlines flight, departing Mon, Dec 28 from Los Angeles to Carlsbad, returning Fri, Jan 1, priced at CA $814 Found 14 hours ago

    Mon, Dec 28 - Fri, Jan 1 · LAX · CLD · Roundtrip

    Select American Airlines flight, departing Tue, Nov 24 from Los Angeles to Carlsbad, returning Tue, Dec 1, priced at CA $819 Found 14 hours ago

    Tue, Nov 24 - Tue, Dec 1 · LAX · CLD · Roundtrip

    Select United flight, departing Fri, Dec 25 from Los Angeles to Carlsbad, returning Fri, Dec 25, priced at CA $1,078 Found 2 days ago

    Fri, Dec 25 - Fri, Dec 25 · LAX · CLD · Roundtrip

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    Los Angeles to Carlsbad Flights

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    Frequently Asked Questions

    How much does a flight from Los Angeles, CA (LAX-Los Angeles Intl.) to Carlsbad, CA (CLD-McClellan-Palomar) cost?

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    What is the cheapest month to fly from Los Angeles, CA (LAX-Los Angeles Intl.) to Carlsbad, CA (CLD-McClellan-Palomar)?

    The cheapest months to fly from LAX to CLD are typically during off-peak season when demand is low. Traveling in off-peak or shoulder months is usually a good way to secure cheap tickets, just remember to avoid flying during holidays if you are able to. Use the calendar view in your search to see which months have low fares on this route.

    Which airlines fly direct from Los Angeles, CA (LAX) to Carlsbad, CA (CLD)?

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    How do I find cheap flights from Los Angeles, CA (LAX) to Carlsbad, CA (CLD)?

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    What is the best time to fly from Los Angeles, CA (LAX-Los Angeles Intl.) to Carlsbad, CA (CLD-McClellan-Palomar)?

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    How many flights per day from Los Angeles, CA (LAX-Los Angeles Intl.) to Carlsbad, CA (CLD-McClellan-Palomar)?

    There are approximately 32 connecting flights per day from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to McClellan-Palomar (CLD). Some common connection points include San Francisco International Airport (SFO), Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX), and Denver International Airport (DEN).

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    There are no nonstop flights from Los Angeles, CA (LAX-Los Angeles Intl.) to Carlsbad, CA (CLD-McClellan-Palomar). For this route, which covers a distance of about 138 kilometres (86 miles), flights with one stop typically take around 8 hours. If you have two or more stops, your travel time will be longer, usually around 10 hours 30 minutes. Keep in mind that actual flight times can vary due to factors like layover duration, routing, and weather.

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    Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from Los Angeles, CA (LAX) to Carlsbad, CA (CLD)?

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    Travel information

    Origin airportLos Angeles Intl.
    Destination airportCarlsbad, CA
    Distance138 km away
    Airlines servingAmerican Airlines, United
    Popular airlineAmerican Airlines
    Roundtrip priceCA $702

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