Cheap Flights to California from $35 (2026/2027)

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Tue, May 12 - Tue, May 12
SEA
Seattle - Tacoma Intl.
LAX
Los Angeles Intl.
$62 Roundtrip, found 12 hours ago
$62
Roundtrip
found 12 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Tue, May 12 from Seattle - Tacoma Intl. to Los Angeles Intl., returning Tue, May 12, priced at $62 found 12 hours ago
Thu, Jun 4 - Thu, Jun 11
SEA
Seattle - Tacoma Intl.
ONT
Los Angeles - Ontario Intl.
$101 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$101
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Thu, Jun 4 from Seattle - Tacoma Intl. to Los Angeles - Ontario Intl., returning Thu, Jun 11, priced at $101 found 3 days ago
Wed, Sep 9 - Sat, Sep 12
SEA
Seattle - Tacoma Intl.
SFO
San Francisco Intl.
$141 Roundtrip, found 5 hours ago
$141
Roundtrip
found 5 hours ago
Select United flight, departing Wed, Sep 9 from Seattle - Tacoma Intl. to San Francisco Intl., returning Sat, Sep 12, priced at $141 found 5 hours ago
Thu, May 28 - Fri, May 29
EWR
Newark Liberty Intl. Airport
LAX
Los Angeles Intl.
$195 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$195
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Thu, May 28 from Newark Liberty Intl. Airport to Los Angeles Intl., returning Fri, May 29, priced at $195 found 1 day ago
Tue, May 5 - Fri, May 8
JFK
John F. Kennedy Intl.
ONT
Los Angeles - Ontario Intl.
$205 Roundtrip, found 2 hours ago
$205
Roundtrip
found 2 hours ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Tue, May 5 from John F. Kennedy Intl. to Los Angeles - Ontario Intl., returning Fri, May 8, priced at $205 found 2 hours ago
Sat, May 9 - Tue, May 12
JFK
John F. Kennedy Intl.
SMF
Sacramento Intl.
$225 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$225
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Sat, May 9 from John F. Kennedy Intl. to Sacramento Intl., returning Tue, May 12, priced at $225 found 6 days ago
Tue, May 5 - Mon, May 11
EWR
Newark Liberty Intl. Airport
SFO
San Francisco Intl.
$226 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$226
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Tue, May 5 from Newark Liberty Intl. Airport to San Francisco Intl., returning Mon, May 11, priced at $226 found 1 hour ago
Wed, May 6 - Fri, May 8
EWR
Newark Liberty Intl. Airport
SNA
John Wayne
$226 Roundtrip, found 4 hours ago
$226
Roundtrip
found 4 hours ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Wed, May 6 from Newark Liberty Intl. Airport to John Wayne, returning Fri, May 8, priced at $226 found 4 hours ago
Wed, May 6 - Tue, May 12
JFK
John F. Kennedy Intl.
SFO
San Francisco Intl.
$235 Roundtrip, just found
$235
Roundtrip
just found
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Wed, May 6 from John F. Kennedy Intl. to San Francisco Intl., returning Tue, May 12, priced at $235 just found
Tue, Sep 1 - Wed, Sep 9
EWR
Newark Liberty Intl. Airport
CLD
McClellan-Palomar
$237 Roundtrip, found 11 hours ago
$237
Roundtrip
found 11 hours ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Tue, Sep 1 from Newark Liberty Intl. Airport to McClellan-Palomar, returning Wed, Sep 9, priced at $237 found 11 hours ago
Tue, May 5 - Fri, May 8
JFK
John F. Kennedy Intl.
BUR
Hollywood Burbank
$241 Roundtrip, found 13 hours ago
$241
Roundtrip
found 13 hours ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Tue, May 5 from John F. Kennedy Intl. to Hollywood Burbank, returning Fri, May 8, priced at $241 found 13 hours ago
OriginDestinationTravel DatesFlights From*
SEALos AngelesJune 6 to June 6$105
SEAOaklandMay 12 to May 16$146
SEASan JoseMay 20 to May 27$169
SEASan DiegoJuly 16 to July 21$183
SEALos AngelesJune 2 to June 9$201
EWRLos AngelesJune 23 to July 11$211
SEASanta AnaMay 9 to May 12$222
LGASacramentoMay 12 to May 18$233
JFKOaklandMay 6 to May 11$293
JFKSan JoseMay 7 to May 11$304
AKLLos AngelesMay 13 to May 18$962
AKLSan FranciscoMay 10 to May 20$970
AKLSan DiegoMay 15 to May 22$1,262
AKLSacramentoJune 10 to July 18$1,531
AKLSanta AnaMay 23 to May 31$1,671
*Prices include taxes and fees
OriginDestinationTravel DatesFlights From*
EWRSanta AnaApril 25 to April 28$231
SEALos AngelesApril 26 to April 30$246
ORDLos AngelesApril 26 to April 28$276
SEALos AngelesApril 25 to May 2$297
LGASacramentoApril 24 to April 28$313
SEALos AngelesApril 24 to May 8$317
SEASan DiegoApril 26 to May 5$331
SEAOaklandApril 24 to April 25$338
SEASan JoseApril 25 to April 27$356
EWRLos AngelesApril 24 to April 28$385
SEASacramentoApril 24 to April 26$391
ORDSan JoseApril 26 to May 1$511
JFKLos AngelesApril 24 to April 29$659
AKLLos AngelesApril 26 to May 15$997
AKLSan FranciscoApril 24 to April 28$1,449
*Prices include taxes and fees

Best California Flight and Hotel Packages

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Morganhill Inn Motel
2.0-star property

Morganhill Inn Motel

Jun 5 - Jun 7

2 night stay

Portland (PDX) to San Jose (SJC)

Southwest Airlines • Coach

San Jose (SJC) to Portland (PDX)

Alaska Airlines • Coach
Price was $929, price is now $313 per person
$313
per person
found 6 hours ago
Hyland Motel Van Nuys
2.5-star property

Hyland Motel Van Nuys

Jun 4 - Jun 11

7 night stay

Denver (DEN) to Los Angeles (LAX)

Frontier Airlines • Roundtrip • Coach
Price was $1,195, price is now $379 per person
$379
per person
found 1 day ago
The Dixie Hollywood
3.0-star property

The Dixie Hollywood

Jul 2 - Jul 7

5 night stay

Denver (DEN) to Los Angeles (LAX)

Frontier Airlines • Roundtrip • Coach
Price was $1,323, price is now $582 per person
$582
per person
found 1 day ago
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Travelers ❤️ These California 🏨

Hilton Los Angeles Airport

Hilton Los Angeles Airport

4 out of 5
5711 W Century Blvd Los Angeles CA
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Los Angeles. Enjoy 5 restaurants, breakfast (surcharge), and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. Popular attractions Kia Forum and SoFi Stadium are located nearby.
8.2/10 Very Good! (5,407 reviews)
Rooms were in great shape and staff was very helpful and friendly.

Reviewed on Apr 21, 2026

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Hilton Anaheim

Hilton Anaheim

4 out of 5
777 W Convention Way Anaheim CA
Book a stay at this family-friendly hotel in Anaheim. Enjoy 4 restaurants, 2 bars/lounges, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. Popular attractions Anaheim Convention Center and Disney California Adventure® Park are located nearby.
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,312 reviews)
Breakfast to expensive for type of food provided.

Reviewed on Apr 21, 2026

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Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay

Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay

4 out of 5
Two Portola Plaza Monterey CA
Book a stay at this spa resort in Monterey. Enjoy a full-service spa, 2 restaurants, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. Popular attractions Monterey Bay Aquarium and Fisherman's Wharf are located nearby.
9/10 Wonderful! (3,119 reviews)
The lobby and rooms are nice and it’s in a good location to get to downtown. The room was not ready until 45 minutes after check-in time which was annoying because it wasn’t crowded. The bar had good food. Overall a good place!

Reviewed on Apr 20, 2026

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Anaheim Majestic Garden Hotel

Anaheim Majestic Garden Hotel

3.5 out of 5
900 S Disneyland Dr Anaheim CA
Book a stay at this family-friendly hotel in Anaheim. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. Popular attractions Disneyland® Resort and Downtown Disney® District are located nearby.
8.2/10 Very Good! (5,210 reviews)
Rocio at the front desk was very kind and helpful! The hotel is a bit of a maze and I wish the rooms were cleaned more regularly than every three days but all in all very nice experience I would come back

Reviewed on Apr 21, 2026

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Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Frequently asked questions

How much is the cheapest flight to California?
Your next trip doesn't have to cost a fortune. Within the last seven days, the cheapest roundtrip flight to California cost $62. Find your ideal fare and spend the cash you save on cool experiences. This price was available on Travelocity for flights to California departing within the next year. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.
What is the cheapest month to fly to California?
Be sure to leave May empty in your calendar, because it's the most affordable time to travel to California. That's according to Travelocity's direct flight demand between January and December last year. With more cash in your pocket, you can go on a shopping binge, go to theatre or whatever makes you happy.
How can I check my flight status to California?
Check for status updates on your flight to California, make tweaks to your journey and a whole lot more from our "Trips" portal. Located at the top right of our homepage, it's the place to view and manage your bookings. All you need to do is sign in or open an account. Savvy wanderers will also love the Travelocity app. You'll get real-time travel updates, along with the ability to view deals on rental cars, hotels and activities while you're out and about. If you have family flying with you, it's also a great way to share your flight details with each other.
How do I find the best deals on flights to California?
Being flexible with your dates is one way to nab a bargain. Travelocity makes it a piece of cake to find your perfect fare through the "Flexible dates" function. First, search for your flight to California, then compare the cheapest prices for surrounding dates by clicking the "Flexible dates" dropdown box above. Booking earlier and flying outside of peak periods are other suggestions. In the last seven days, the lowest price for a return flight to California was $62 on our site. This price was available on Travelocity for flights departing within the next year. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.
Why should I book my flight to California with Travelocity?
An exciting vacation is only a click or two away when you book with Travelocity. With a wide selection of choices and competitive deals on cheap family flights, places to stay, activities and more, we make it simple to discover the best prices for you. You can also take advantage of our round-the-clock online chat and free cancellations on most hotels throughout every stage of the process. Wander with us and lock in your cheap flights to California today.
What are the most popular flight routes to California?
Whether you're organizing a brief trip or a lengthy escape, we can help you find your flight to California. Major flight routes to this destination include:

  • New York, NY (JFK-John F. Kennedy Intl.) to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) - 7,254 flights a month.
  • San Francisco, CA (SFO-San Francisco Intl.) to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) - 5,941 flights a month.
  • Seattle, WA (SEA-Seattle - Tacoma Intl.) to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) - 5,308 flights a month.

How much is a flight to California on average?
In the last seven days, roundtrip flights to California were priced between $62 and $1,671. No matter what type of fare you're after, we have some excellent deals to help you stick to your budget. These prices were available on Travelocity for flights departing within the next year. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.
How long is the average flight to California?
The length of your direct flight to California will mostly depend on your departure point. For some idea of what to expect, here are the average journey times for a number of major routes to California:

  • New York, NY (JFK-John F. Kennedy Intl.) to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) - 5 hours and 46 minutes
  • San Francisco, CA (SFO-San Francisco Intl.) to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) - 1 hour and 50 minutes
  • Seattle, WA (SEA-Seattle - Tacoma Intl.) to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) - 3 hours and 7 minutes

What can I expect on a flight to California?
Factors including who you're flying with and where your plane takes off from will mostly determine your experience on board. Of course, you'll likely find all sorts of flights to California, from cheap flights for family vacations to premium airfares. Food, drinks and entertainment are just a few examples of what most airlines provide on long-haul services.

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