Cheap Flights to California from $20 (2026/2027)

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How Much Does it Cost To Fly To California?

Prices found within past 7 days. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Tue, Dec 1 - Wed, Dec 2
SFO
San Francisco Intl.
SAN
San Diego Intl.
$38 Roundtrip, found 11 hours ago
$38
Roundtrip
found 11 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Tue, Dec 1 from San Francisco Intl. to San Diego Intl., returning Wed, Dec 2, priced at $38 found 11 hours ago
Tue, Dec 8 - Thu, Dec 10
SFO
San Francisco Intl.
ONT
Ontario Intl. Airport
$43 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$43
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Tue, Dec 8 from San Francisco Intl. to Ontario Intl. Airport, returning Thu, Dec 10, priced at $43 found 1 day ago
Mon, Nov 23 - Thu, Nov 26
SFO
San Francisco Intl.
SNA
John Wayne
$56 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$56
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Mon, Nov 23 from San Francisco Intl. to John Wayne, returning Thu, Nov 26, priced at $56 found 1 day ago
Sun, Nov 8 - Sun, Nov 15
SFO
San Francisco Intl.
LAX
Los Angeles Intl.
$65 Roundtrip, found 12 hours ago
$65
Roundtrip
found 12 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Sun, Nov 8 from San Francisco Intl. to Los Angeles Intl., returning Sun, Nov 15, priced at $65 found 12 hours ago
Tue, Dec 1 - Tue, Dec 1
SFO
San Francisco Intl.
LAX
Los Angeles Intl.
$112 Roundtrip, found 7 hours ago
$112
Roundtrip
found 7 hours ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Tue, Dec 1 from San Francisco Intl. to Los Angeles Intl., returning Tue, Dec 1, priced at $112 found 7 hours ago
Tue, Nov 24 - Wed, Nov 25
SFO
San Francisco Intl.
LAX
Los Angeles Intl.
$117 Roundtrip, just found
$117
Roundtrip
just found
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Tue, Nov 24 from San Francisco Intl. to Los Angeles Intl., returning Wed, Nov 25, priced at $117 just found
Tue, Nov 24 - Wed, Nov 25
SFO
San Francisco Intl.
LAX
Los Angeles Intl.
$117 Roundtrip, just found
$117
Roundtrip
just found
Select American Airlines flight, departing Tue, Nov 24 from San Francisco Intl. to Los Angeles Intl., returning Wed, Nov 25, priced at $117 just found
Wed, Oct 14 - Mon, Oct 26
SFO
San Francisco Intl.
LAX
Los Angeles Intl.
$137 Roundtrip, just found
$137
Roundtrip
just found
Select United flight, departing Wed, Oct 14 from San Francisco Intl. to Los Angeles Intl., returning Mon, Oct 26, priced at $137 just found
OriginDestinationTravel DatesFlights From*
SEALos AngelesOctober 3 to October 7$78
PAESan FranciscoOctober 10 to October 17$97
SEASacramentoOctober 24 to October 30$97
SEALos AngelesNovember 18 to November 26$102
SEALos AngelesOctober 9 to October 10$117
LGASacramentoNovember 4 to December 2$256
EWRSan JoseNovember 14 to November 14$311
LGALos AngelesOctober 20 to October 27$315
JFKOaklandNovember 10 to November 18$334
LGALos AngelesOctober 31 to November 10$392
AKLLos AngelesNovember 22 to November 28$742
AKLSan DiegoDecember 4 to January 25$1,075
AKLLos AngelesOctober 14 to October 21$1,207
AKLSacramentoOctober 19 to October 26$1,212
AKLSanta AnaOctober 15 to October 22$1,230
*Prices include taxes and fees
OriginDestinationTravel DatesFlights From*
PAESan FranciscoSeptember 19 to October 3$279
SEAOaklandSeptember 20 to September 25$288
SEALos AngelesSeptember 20 to September 27$294
SEALos AngelesSeptember 19 to September 21$337
SEALos AngelesSeptember 18 to September 20$351
JFKLos AngelesSeptember 20 to September 28$387
SEASanta AnaSeptember 19 to September 22$403
LGASacramentoSeptember 19 to September 22$412
EWRSan FranciscoSeptember 18 to September 22$429
LGALos AngelesSeptember 19 to September 26$432
JFKOaklandSeptember 19 to September 25$434
SEASacramentoSeptember 19 to September 23$438
LGALos AngelesSeptember 19 to September 26$479
EWRLos AngelesSeptember 19 to September 25$480
LGASan JoseSeptember 19 to September 25$496
*Prices include taxes and fees

Best California Flight and Hotel Packages

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Bahia Resort Hotel
3.5-star property

Bahia Resort Hotel

Nov 13 - Nov 16

3 night stay

Denver (DEN) to San Diego (SAN)

Frontier Airlines • Roundtrip • Coach
Save 100% on your flight
Price was $570, price is now $281 per person
$281
per person
found 1 day ago
The Sofia Hotel
3.5-star property

The Sofia Hotel

Nov 22 - Nov 26

4 night stay

Denver (DEN) to San Diego (SAN)

Southwest Airlines • Coach

San Diego (SAN) to Denver (DEN)

Frontier Airlines • Coach
Price was $933, price is now $401 per person
$401
per person
found 1 day ago
The LEEF Hotel
2.0-star property

The LEEF Hotel

Nov 20 - Nov 27

7 night stay

Denver (DEN) to Los Angeles (LAX)

Frontier Airlines • Roundtrip • Coach
Save 100% on your flight
Price was $873, price is now $424 per person
$424
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.
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Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG

Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG

3.5 out of 5
1500 Van Ness Ave San Francisco CA
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in our reviews. Popular attractions Lombard Street and Pier 39 are located nearby.
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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.
9/10 Wonderful! (2,567 reviews)
"Room to hot , a/c not working"

Reviewed on Sep 11, 2026

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Manchester Grand Hyatt San Diego

Manchester Grand Hyatt San Diego

4 out of 5
1 Market Pl San Diego CA
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Diego. Enjoy 6 restaurants, 3 bars/lounges, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions Port of San Diego and Petco Park are located nearby.
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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 $38. 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 December 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 $38 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 $38 and $1,230. 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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