Cheap Flights from Santa Monica (SMO) to Lake Tahoe (TVL)

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Flight from Santa Monica to Lake Tahoe (SMO - TVL) route information
Origin airport
Santa Monica Municipal
Destination airport
Lake Tahoe
Distance
556 km

Los Angeles to South Lake Tahoe Flights

The easy way to book your flights from Santa Monica to Lake Tahoe 

With Expedia, it’s simple to find and book flights to Lake Tahoe from Santa Monica 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 Lake Tahoe, 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 Santa Monica to Lake Tahoe today, tomorrow, or this week.  

 

Save dollars with cheap flights from Santa Monica Municipal, SMO to Lake Tahoe, TVL 

Sort your search results by price to find great deals on your flight from Santa Monica to Lake Tahoe—you get all your cheapest options first. Grab yourself a bargain now—the lowest price on flights to Lake Tahoe from Santa Monica 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 Lake Tahoe  
  • 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 Lake Tahoe from Santa Monica 

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 Lake Tahoe with Expedia today.

Frequently asked questions

How much is a flight from Santa Monica Airport to TVL?
Based on fares listed within the last 7 days on Expedia for flights departing within the next year, round-trip journeys between SMO and TVL start from . Book ASAP to secure the best price for your journey. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.
Do I need to pay a cancellation fee if I cancel my flight from SMO to TVL?
We get that things crop up unexpectedly, so we've made it as easy as possible for you to cancel your trip online. Just visit the Customer Service Portal and follow the instructions.
How do I find cheap flights from Santa Monica Municipal Airport (SMO) to TVL that have flexible change policies?
Flights from Santa Monica Airport to TVL offering flexible change policies are available with many airlines. Simply use our "No change fees" filter during your search. You'll only need to pay the cost difference between the two flights, without any additional fees to worry about.
How far is the flight from Santa Monica Airport to TVL?
With a flight distance of 560 kilometres, it's just a hop from SMO to TVL. It might be a quick flight, but it's still worth bringing something to read.
Which airlines fly direct from Santa Monica Municipal Airport (SMO) to TVL?
Flying nonstop between Santa Monica Airport and TVL isn't possible right now. However, you'll still be able to find a flight to South Lake Tahoe with at least one stop.
Are Santa Monica Municipal Airport (SMO) to TVL flight tickets cheaper when they're purchased at the last minute?
Flight tickets from Santa Monica Airport to TVL are available up to a year prior to departure on Expedia. And although you may nab fantastic last-minute deals, it's not something you should count on. Also, booking your flights in advance means you'll have more choices — and you can avoid getting caught in the dreaded middle seat! We're always updating our fares to make sure you get the biggest bargains, so keep checking in for all the latest specials.

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