Title: Cheap Flights from Santa Maria (SMX) to Carlsbad (CLD) - Expedia.ca ![](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6056550/6dda68e1-544f-4579-a0c9-eb6c39b73ec0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=500&q=medium) ![](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6056550/6dda68e1-544f-4579-a0c9-eb6c39b73ec0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=500&q=medium) # Cheap Flights from Santa Maria (SMX) to Carlsbad (CLD) - [Roundtrip](?flightType=roundtrip) - [One-way](?flightType=oneway) - [Multi-city](?flightType=multicity) ### Travellers Adults ChildrenAges 2 to 17 InfantsYounger than 2 EconomyPremium economyBusiness classFirst class Leaving from Going to Departing Add a place to stay Direct flights only ## Popular airlines from Santa Maria, CA (SMX-Santa Maria Public) to Carlsbad, CA (CLD-McClellan-Palomar) - ![American Airlines](https://forever.travel-assets.com/flex/flexmanager/images/2024/09/23/landing_airline_sq_logo_AA.svg) American Airlines [](https://www.expedia.ca/Flights-Search?leg1=from:smx,to:cld,departure:01/10/2025TANYT&leg2=from:cld,to:smx,departure:08/10/2025TANYT&trip=roundtrip&passengers=adults:1,children:0,infantinlap:N&mode=search&pageId=0&filters=[{"preferredAirlineFilterValue":{"carrierCode":"AA"}}]) - ## Plan, book, fly with confidence - ### Be in the know Get alerts if flight prices drop or rise\* - ### Book smarter Save up to 30% on select hotels after you book a flight\* - ### Earn twice Earn your airline miles on top of our rewards [Sign in](https://www.expedia.ca/login) ## Frequently asked questions ### How much is a flight from Santa Maria Airport to McClellan-Palomar Airport? > Based on fares available within the last 7 days on Expedia for flights departing within the next year, round-trip flights from SMX to CLD start from . Book ASAP to score the best price for your next big adventure. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply. ### Do I need to pay a cancellation fee if I cancel my flight from Santa Maria Airport to McClellan-Palomar Airport (CLD)? > This differs from airline to airline, as each has its own set of terms and conditions. Head to the [Customer Service Portal](https://www.expedia.ca/helpcenter), where there are simple instructions on how to cancel your flight online. ### How do I find cheap flights from Santa Maria Airport to CLD that have flexible change policies? > Many airlines offer the option to move your flight without charging a fee. All you pay is the cost difference between flights. When searching for Santa Maria Airport to McClellan-Palomar Airport flights, you'll see a "No change fees" filter for you to pick. ### How far is the flight from Santa Maria Public Airport (SMX) to McClellan-Palomar Airport (CLD)? > With a flight distance of 350 kilometres, it's just a hop from Santa Maria Airport to CLD. It might be a quick journey, but it's still worth bringing a book to read. ### Which airlines fly direct from Santa Maria Airport to McClellan-Palomar Airport (CLD)? > At the moment, no airlines offer flights directly from Santa Maria Airport to McClellan-Palomar Airport. You'll have to book a flight with one or more stops. To score the best price and connections, lock in your airfare well in advance. ### Are Santa Maria Public Airport (SMX) to McClellan-Palomar Airport (CLD) flight tickets cheaper when they're purchased at the last minute? > Last-minute planners can sometimes find a bargain, with some of the cheapest fares from Santa Maria Public Airport (SMX) to McClellan-Palomar Airport appearing a few weeks before the date of departure. If you'd rather plan ahead, Expedia compares and updates all the best flight deals regularly — as early as a year in advance in some cases. It does depend on the carrier though, as not every airline releases prices that far in advance. ## Travel information | Origin airport | Santa Maria Public | | --- | --- | | Destination airport | McClellan-Palomar | | Distance | 350 km | ## Book with confidence ### Santa Maria to Carlsbad Flights **The easy way to book your flights from Santa Maria to Carlsbad**  With Expedia, it’s simple to find and book flights to Carlsbad from Santa Maria 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 McClellan-Palomar, 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 Maria to Carlsbad today, tomorrow, or this week.   **Save dollars with cheap flights from Santa Maria Public, SMX to McClellan-Palomar, CLD**  Sort your search results by price to find great deals on your flight from Santa Maria to Carlsbad—you get all your cheapest options first. Grab yourself a bargain now—the lowest price on flights to Carlsbad from Santa Maria 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 Carlsbad   - 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 Carlsbad from Santa Maria**  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. 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