$172 Cheap Flights from St. Petersburg (PIE) to Los Angeles (LAX)

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Cheap Flights from St. Petersburg to Los Angeles (PIE-LAX)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $172 for one-way flights and $368 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Sun Country Airlines
Fri, Feb 27 - Sun, Mar 1
PIE
St. Petersburg
LAX
Los Angeles
$368 Roundtrip, found 9 hours ago
$368
Roundtrip
found 9 hours ago
Select Sun Country Airlines flight, departing Fri, Feb 27 from St. Petersburg to Los Angeles, returning Sun, Mar 1, priced at $368 found 9 hours ago
Sun Country Airlines
Fri, Feb 27 - Sun, Mar 1
PIE
St. Petersburg
LAX
Los Angeles
$378 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$378
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Sun Country Airlines flight, departing Fri, Feb 27 from St. Petersburg to Los Angeles, returning Sun, Mar 1, priced at $378 found 1 day ago
Sun Country Airlines
Sun, Jan 25 - Sat, Jan 31
PIE
St. Petersburg
LAX
Los Angeles
$418 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$418
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Sun Country Airlines flight, departing Sun, Jan 25 from St. Petersburg to Los Angeles, returning Sat, Jan 31, priced at $418 found 1 day ago
Sun Country Airlines
Wed, Mar 25 - Mon, Mar 30
PIE
St. Petersburg
LAX
Los Angeles
$423 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$423
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select Sun Country Airlines flight, departing Wed, Mar 25 from St. Petersburg to Los Angeles, returning Mon, Mar 30, priced at $423 found 4 days ago
Sun Country Airlines
Wed, Mar 25 - Wed, Apr 1
PIE
St. Petersburg
LAX
Los Angeles
$433 Roundtrip, found 21 hours ago
$433
Roundtrip
found 21 hours ago
Select Sun Country Airlines flight, departing Wed, Mar 25 from St. Petersburg to Los Angeles, returning Wed, Apr 1, priced at $433 found 21 hours ago
Sun Country Airlines
Fri, Feb 20 - Sat, Feb 28
PIE
St. Petersburg
LAX
Los Angeles
$437 Roundtrip, found 11 hours ago
$437
Roundtrip
found 11 hours ago
Select Sun Country Airlines flight, departing Fri, Feb 20 from St. Petersburg to Los Angeles, returning Sat, Feb 28, priced at $437 found 11 hours ago
Sun Country Airlines
Sun, Feb 1 - Sun, Feb 15
PIE
St. Petersburg
LAX
Los Angeles
$438 Roundtrip, found 18 hours ago
$438
Roundtrip
found 18 hours ago
Select Sun Country Airlines flight, departing Sun, Feb 1 from St. Petersburg to Los Angeles, returning Sun, Feb 15, priced at $438 found 18 hours ago
Sun Country Airlines
Sun, Mar 1 - Sun, Mar 8
PIE
St. Petersburg
LAX
Los Angeles
$443 Roundtrip, found 19 hours ago
$443
Roundtrip
found 19 hours ago
Select Sun Country Airlines flight, departing Sun, Mar 1 from St. Petersburg to Los Angeles, returning Sun, Mar 8, priced at $443 found 19 hours ago
Sun Country Airlines
Sun, Feb 22 - Sat, Feb 28
PIE
St. Petersburg
LAX
Los Angeles
$453 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$453
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Sun Country Airlines flight, departing Sun, Feb 22 from St. Petersburg to Los Angeles, returning Sat, Feb 28, priced at $453 found 1 day ago
Sun Country Airlines
Fri, Feb 13 - Sun, Feb 15
PIE
St. Petersburg
LAX
Los Angeles
$468 Roundtrip, found 10 hours ago
$468
Roundtrip
found 10 hours ago
Select Sun Country Airlines flight, departing Fri, Feb 13 from St. Petersburg to Los Angeles, returning Sun, Feb 15, priced at $468 found 10 hours ago

Frequently asked questions

How much does a flight from St. Petersburg-Clearwater Intl. Airport (PIE) to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) cost?
Snag a cheap one-way flight from $172 or cheap return flight from $368 from St. Petersburg-Clearwater Intl. Airport (PIE) to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) with Expedia. Enter your travel dates and sort by "Price (lowest to highest)" to find our cheapest flight offers on this route.
What is the cheapest month to fly from St. Petersburg-Clearwater Intl. Airport (PIE) to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX)?
February is the cheapest month to fly from PIE to LAX. Avoiding peak travel times is often the key to finding a great deal.
Which airlines fly direct from St. Petersburg-Clearwater Intl. Airport (PIE) to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX)?
You can't take a direct flight from St. Petersburg, FL (PIE-St. Petersburg-Clearwater Intl.) to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX). However, you can easily reach Los Angeles without any layovers by leaving from Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA).
What is the cheapest airline that flies from St. Petersburg-Clearwater Intl. Airport (PIE) to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX)?
Use the filter tool on Expedia to compare different airlines and find the cheapest carrier that'll take you from PIE to LAX. Then, sort your results by "Price (lowest to highest)" to snap up the best deal available.
How many flights per day from St. Petersburg-Clearwater Intl. Airport (PIE) to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX)?
You'll have to book a flight with a layover when traveling from St. Petersburg-Clearwater Intl. Airport (PIE) to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX). Direct flights don't operate daily on this route. However, simply filter your search to include one or two stops to discover the best option for your trip.
What day of the week has the most flights from PIE to LAX?
You'll typically find Tuesday the quietest day for flights, while Fridays are often the busiest.* However this can change from season to season and during peak travel times or public holidays.*Busiest/quietest day to travel is based on Expedia flight demand through January to December 2024.
What is the best time to fly from St. Petersburg-Clearwater Intl. Airport (PIE) to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX)?
Book a flight from St. Petersburg-Clearwater Intl. Airport (PIE) to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) that leaves before 3 PM to reduce the risk of cancellations. Departures after this hour have a 22% higher chance of being canceled, on average.**Most reliable time of the day and month to travel recommendation is based on January through August 2024 flight status data sourced from OAG's global flight data platform.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from St. Petersburg-Clearwater Intl. Airport (PIE) to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) last-minute?
Booking your ticket from PIE to LAX right before your journey is typically more expensive. However, if there's some wiggle room with your schedule, you could snag a cheap last-minute fare.
Is it cheaper to book a PIE to LAX flight and hotel package?
Securing a PIE to LAX flight and hotel package tends to be cheaper than booking separately. With Expedia, you can enjoy the ease of organizing your trip in one place. Select from our impressive range of stays and then add flights, car rentals and activities to your booking. Bundle everything together, and you could save hundreds of dollars.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from St. Petersburg-Clearwater Intl. Airport (PIE) to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX)?
If you booked your PIE to LAX flight in the last 24 hours, you may be able to modify or cancel it without any fees. Depending on the airline and the fare type you purchased, additional charges may apply for changes after that time. Airline policies and contact information can be found in your itinerary or confirmation email. Or, go to our Customer Service portal for more details.

Travel information

Origin airport
St. Petersburg-Clearwater Intl.
Destination airport
Los Angeles Intl.
Airlines serving
Sun Country Airlines
Roundtrip price
$368
Distance
2146 mi

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St. Petersburg to Los Angeles Flights

The cheapest times to fly from St. Petersburg to Los Angeles

On average, Thursday can be the cheapest time to fly, according to data from the Airlines Reporting Corporation (ARC), one of the world's biggest databases for global airline sales. The data reveals that you could save up to 16% by flying on a Thursday—the cheapest day to travel on average—instead of a Sunday—the most expensive. Some of the most affordable flights from St. Petersburg to Los Angeles are during the month of February. You can find some of the cheapest flights from St. Petersburg to Los Angeles with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

 

The best time to book a flight from St. Petersburg to Los Angeles

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from St. Petersburg to Los Angeles: Tickets reserved on a Sunday cost between 6% and 13% less than those reserved on a Friday, according to ARC data. The data also suggests booking early can also lead to cheaper airfares. You could save 24% by buying your tickets for domestic flights at least a month in advance and 10% by booking international flights 2 months in advance.

 

How to find cheap round-trip tickets from St. Petersburg to Los Angeles

Being flexible with your dates and using Expedia's Price Drop Protection and Price Tracking features are some of the best ways of finding a cheap ticket from St. Petersburg to Los Angeles in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $172 one-way. Expedia also offers Price Drop Protection, so if the cost of your airfare goes down after booking, you'll receive a credit for the difference*. This is available for a small fee, and is free to One Key Gold and Platinum tier members.

 

Expedia's Price Tracking feature means you can stay on top of airfares without manually checking every day. It sends you automated price alerts for cheap St. Petersburg to Los Angeles flights and uses historical data to indicate when the best time to book is. Download Expedia's free app to activate this handy tool in a few easy taps.

 

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*Terms apply.

 

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

 

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