$33 Cheap Flights to El Monte, CA

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How much is the cheapest flight to El Monte?

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $33 for one-way flights and $77 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Frontier Airlines
Wed, Jun 3 - Mon, Jun 8
SEA
Seattle
LAX
Los Angeles
$77 Roundtrip, just found
$77
Roundtrip
just found
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Wed, Jun 3 from Seattle to Los Angeles, returning Mon, Jun 8, priced at $77 just found
Southwest Airlines
Wed, Oct 7 - Wed, Oct 14
SEA
Seattle
LGB
Long Beach
$177 Roundtrip, found 6 hours ago
$177
Roundtrip
found 6 hours ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Wed, Oct 7 from Seattle to Long Beach, returning Wed, Oct 14, priced at $177 found 6 hours ago
United
Tue, Oct 6 - Wed, Oct 7
SEA
Seattle
BUR
Burbank
$192 Roundtrip, found 8 hours ago
$192
Roundtrip
found 8 hours ago
Select United flight, departing Tue, Oct 6 from Seattle to Burbank, returning Wed, Oct 7, priced at $192 found 8 hours ago
Delta
Sat, Oct 31 - Tue, Nov 3
SEA
Seattle
LGB
Long Beach
$197 Roundtrip, found 2 hours ago
$197
Roundtrip
found 2 hours ago
Select Delta flight, departing Sat, Oct 31 from Seattle to Long Beach, returning Tue, Nov 3, priced at $197 found 2 hours ago
American Airlines
Tue, Aug 11 - Wed, Aug 19
ORD
Chicago
LAX
Los Angeles
$199 Roundtrip, just found
$199
Roundtrip
just found
Select American Airlines flight, departing Tue, Aug 11 from Chicago to Los Angeles, returning Wed, Aug 19, priced at $199 just found

Alternative airports near El Monte

Prices were available within the past 7 days. Prices and availability are subject to change.

Select flight to Los Angeles Intl. LAX. Average driving time to city center is 34 minutes. Flights from $357
LAX
Los Angeles Intl.
Average driving time to city center34 min
Flights from $357
Select flight to John Wayne SNA. Cheapest option available. Average driving time to city center is 42 minutes. Flights from $346
SNA
John Wayne
Cheapest
Average driving time to city center42 min
Flights from $346
Select flight to Los Angeles - Ontario Intl. ONT. Average driving time to city center is 30 minutes. Flights from $460
ONT
Los Angeles - Ontario Intl.
Average driving time to city center30 min
Flights from $460
Select flight to Bob Hope BUR. Average driving time to city center is 28 minutes. Flights from $402
BUR
Bob Hope
Average driving time to city center28 min
Flights from $402
Select flight to Long Beach Municipal LGB. Closest option available. Average driving time to city center is 27 minutes. Flights from $429
LGB
Long Beach Municipal
Closest
Average driving time to city center27 min
Flights from $429

Find the cheapest month to fly from Columbus (CMH) to Los Angeles (LAX)

April is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $181 - $298 per traveler.

Frequently asked questions

What month is the cheapest to fly to El Monte?
Schedule your trip for June if you're looking for a deal on your fare. It's the cheapest month to fly to El Monte. If possible, avoid traveling during peak periods such as school vacation time or public holidays.
Which US cities have the cheapest flights to El Monte?
Typically, you'll find that San Francisco, Las Vegas and New York have cheap flights to El Monte. However, flexibility is always key to scoring a bargain. Fly midweek or during the off-peak season to keep costs as low as possible.
Which US cities fly direct to El Monte?
You can fly to El Monte without any stops from 75 US cities. To find a nonstop trip, check "Direct flights only" when organizing your flights to El Monte on Expedia. Then, explore the options and find the best departure from one of these cities:

  • San Francisco
  • Las Vegas
  • New York
  • Dallas
  • Chicago

How to find a cheap flight to El Monte?
Book early to increase your chances of finding cheap flights to El Monte. Also, consider traveling during off-peak months like January and April. If you leave on a Thursday, you'll save 16% on average compared to departing on a Sunday.* Save time checking every day and track your flight prices using the Expedia app. We'll let you know when fares change.*Best day of the week to book, depart and ideal booking window recommendations based on average round-trip ticket prices for January through August 2023, sourced from Airline Reporting Corporation's (ARC) global airline sales database. Percentages noted are averages.
How to get a cheap last-minute flight to El Monte?
While booking in advance is generally the best way to save cash, don't panic if your El Monte getaway is last minute. You can still get cheap flights to El Monte, especially if your plans have a little leeway. Try changing your travel dates, exploring different ticket options or flying out of an alternative airport.
How far in advance should I book a flight to El Monte?
Book your flight to El Monte two to four months ahead if you're coming in from an international destination. For domestic travel, the recommendation is around 28 days in advance. Cheaper tickets and a wider variety of departure dates, times and seating options are just some of the perks of booking early.**Best day of the week to book, depart and ideal booking window recommendations based on average round-trip ticket prices for January through August 2023, sourced from Airline Reporting Corporation's (ARC) global airline sales database. Percentages noted are averages.
Which day of the week is the cheapest day to buy a plane ticket to El Monte?
Sundays are generally the best day to book a cheap flight to El Monte, where you can save 8% on average compared to Fridays. If you choose to purchase on a Friday, expect to pay a higher price as this is typically the most expensive day.**Best day of the week to book, depart and ideal booking window recommendations based on average round-trip ticket prices for January through August 2023, sourced from Airline Reporting Corporation's (ARC) global airline sales database. Percentages noted are averages.
Which airlines fly to El Monte?
A total of 65 carriers connect 152 airports across the globe to El Monte. Here are a few of the popular airlines to El Monte, where Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) is the major entry point:

  • American Airlines
  • Delta Air Lines
  • Alaska Airlines
  • United Airlines

Where do you fly into El Monte?
The main airport when you fly to El Monte is Long Beach Municipal Airport (LGB), but there are other nearby options like Hollywood Burbank Airport (BUR) and Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX). You can also arrive at Los Angeles - Ontario Intl. Airport (ONT) and John Wayne Airport (SNA) when flying to El Monte.
How far is the airport from central El Monte?
Touching down at Long Beach Municipal Airport (LGB) puts you around 19 mi south of the center of El Monte.
Can I save money by booking an El Monte trip package?
It's possible to save hundreds of dollars if you choose an El Monte flight and hotel package deal on Expedia. And you'll make life easier by having all your travel plans in one place. Try bundling flights and accommodations with extras like car rentals and tours for your own personalized El Monte trip.
Can I change or cancel my flight to El Monte?
You can typically cancel or change your flight to El Monte within 24 hours of booking. However, keep in mind that some fares are non-refundable. In those cases, you may be issued a credit toward a future flight rather than a direct refund. Remember to check the airline's terms of service in your itinerary for specific details. Use Expedia's "No cancel fee" or "Changes included" filters during your search to find cheap flights to El Monte with flexible change policies. To learn more, browse our Customer Service Portal.

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Tips to find the cheapest flights to El Monte

The cheapest day to fly

Get started finding a cheap flight to El Monte on Expedia by either choosing a deal on this page or entering into the search bar your travel dates, origin airport, and whether you want roundtrip or one-way airfare. You can filter for flexibility, number of stops, airline, and departure/arrival times to find the best flight for you.

The cheapest month to fly

June is the cheapest month to fly to El Monte. This coincides with the low season when fewer people travel. Whichever month you travel in, though, be sure to book at least a month in advance if you want to score cheap tickets to El Monte. ARC's data shows that domestic flights booked 28 days or more before departure are typically 24% cheaper than those booked last minute.

The most affordable time to book a flight

Typically, a Sunday can be the cheapest time to book a flight to El Monte, according to ARC’s data. On average, you could save between 6% and 13% by booking on a Sunday instead of a Friday, which is the most expensive day to make a reservation.

The cheapest round-trip tickets to El Monte

The lowest price for round-trip flights to El Monte in 2026 starts from from $77, while one-way tickets start from from $33. Expedia's effective search tool is one of the best ways to find a budget airfare. Simply enter your dates, and within seconds, it'll show you a vast selection of the cheapest flights to El Monte. If you have a preferred departure time or airline, you can use the handy filters to customize your search.

The cheapest airlines flying to El Monte

Frontier Airlines, Southwest Airlines, American Airlines, Delta, United are just some of the airlines that can typically offer cheap tickets to El Monte. You can find their most affordable flights by using the “airline” search filter and then sorting prices from low to high. As a trusted partner of the world's leading airlines, Expedia offers you some of the best airfare deals to El Monte and countless more destinations worldwide.

The most affordable airports to fly into

To view the cheapest airports to fly into for El Monte, simply order your search results from lowest to highest price. Expedia's search tool compares flight prices for all airports close to your destination, so you don't have to manually search them one by one to find the cheapest flight to El Monte. If you have a preferred place to fly into, take advantage of the “arrival airport” filter to narrow down your search on Expedia.

Save with a package

With Expedia's amazing package deals, you could save hundreds of dollars by booking your El Monte plane tickets together with your accommodations, car rental, or activities. Just select the search wizard's “package” option to view some of the cheapest deals. Look out for the green savings label to see how much you're saving.

Date flexibility for the cheapest flights to El Monte

If you can be flexible with your travel dates, it's a good idea to broaden your search by comparing prices on different days. This will open up more options, meaning you could uncover a less expensive flight to El Monte.

Stopover savings

The cheapest tickets to El Monte are sometimes those with a stopover. Book one of these flights, and you'll change planes at an airport en route to El Monte. While the overall travel time might be longer than a non-stop flight, you may decide it's worth it for the money saved.

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Use our Price Tracking feature

Expedia's Price Tracking feature is another great tool that removes the guesswork from finding cheap flights to El Monte. Simply download the free Expedia app to your smart device and activate El Monte flight price alerts for your travel dates. There's even a price predictor tool that uses historical data to indicate the best time to book, giving you peace of mind that you'll nab the lowest prices.

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Disclaimer: ARC The statistics are based on average round-trip ticket prices between January and August 2023. The percentages you see are averages.

Tips to find the cheapest flights to El Monte

Travel information

Destination airport
Los Angeles Intl.
Destination airport IATA code
LAX
Destination city name
Los Angeles
Roundtrip price
$77

Trending flights to El Monte

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $33 for one-way flights and $77 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Frontier Airlines
Wed, Jun 3 - Mon, Jun 8
SEA
Seattle
LAX
Los Angeles
$77 Roundtrip, just found
$77
Roundtrip
just found
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Wed, Jun 3 from Seattle to Los Angeles, returning Mon, Jun 8, priced at $77 just found

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