Cheap Flights to California from $117 (2026/2027)

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Tue, Sep 29 - Tue, Oct 6
IAD
Washington Dulles Intl.
LAX
Los Angeles Intl.
$227 Roundtrip, found 6 hours ago
$227
Roundtrip
found 6 hours ago
Select United flight, departing Tue, Sep 29 from Washington Dulles Intl. to Los Angeles Intl., returning Tue, Oct 6, priced at $227 found 6 hours ago
Fri, Aug 14 - Mon, Aug 17
JFK
John F. Kennedy Intl.
SFO
San Francisco Intl.
$254 Roundtrip, just found
$254
Roundtrip
just found
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Fri, Aug 14 from John F. Kennedy Intl. to San Francisco Intl., returning Mon, Aug 17, priced at $254 just found
Wed, Aug 26 - Wed, Sep 9
JFK
John F. Kennedy Intl.
SMF
Sacramento Intl.
$257 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$257
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Wed, Aug 26 from John F. Kennedy Intl. to Sacramento Intl., returning Wed, Sep 9, priced at $257 found 1 day ago
Thu, Nov 12 - Tue, Nov 17
JFK
John F. Kennedy Intl.
ONT
Ontario Intl. Airport
$267 Roundtrip, found 3 hours ago
$267
Roundtrip
found 3 hours ago
Select Delta flight, departing Thu, Nov 12 from John F. Kennedy Intl. to Ontario Intl. Airport, returning Tue, Nov 17, priced at $267 found 3 hours ago
Tue, Aug 4 - Tue, Aug 11
IAD
Washington Dulles Intl.
BUR
Hollywood Burbank
$274 Roundtrip, found 5 hours ago
$274
Roundtrip
found 5 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Tue, Aug 4 from Washington Dulles Intl. to Hollywood Burbank, returning Tue, Aug 11, priced at $274 found 5 hours ago
Thu, Sep 3 - Sat, Sep 12
JFK
John F. Kennedy Intl.
BUR
Hollywood Burbank
$282 Roundtrip, found 8 hours ago
$282
Roundtrip
found 8 hours ago
Select JetBlue Airways flight, departing Thu, Sep 3 from John F. Kennedy Intl. to Hollywood Burbank, returning Sat, Sep 12, priced at $282 found 8 hours ago
Fri, Aug 21 - Thu, Aug 27
IAD
Washington Dulles Intl.
SJC
Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.
$284 Roundtrip, found 19 hours ago
$284
Roundtrip
found 19 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Fri, Aug 21 from Washington Dulles Intl. to Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl., returning Thu, Aug 27, priced at $284 found 19 hours ago
Sat, Sep 19 - Sat, Sep 19
JFK
John F. Kennedy Intl.
SAN
San Diego Intl.
$292 Roundtrip, found 13 hours ago
$292
Roundtrip
found 13 hours ago
Select JetBlue Airways flight, departing Sat, Sep 19 from John F. Kennedy Intl. to San Diego Intl., returning Sat, Sep 19, priced at $292 found 13 hours ago
OriginDestinationTravel DatesFlights From*
SEASacramentoAugust 18 to August 18$145
SEASan JoseSeptember 1 to September 1$151
SEALos AngelesOctober 6 to October 27$163
SEALos AngelesAugust 12 to August 15$197
PAESanta AnaSeptember 9 to September 9$221
LGASan FranciscoAugust 17 to August 20$248
LGALos AngelesSeptember 2 to September 12$278
EWRSanta AnaSeptember 12 to September 21$325
AKLLos AngelesAugust 9 to August 13$797
AKLSanta AnaAugust 4 to August 11$1,025
AKLLos AngelesAugust 4 to August 11$1,025
AKLSacramentoJuly 27 to August 2$1,029
AKLSan DiegoSeptember 21 to September 25$1,032
AKLOaklandAugust 4 to August 11$2,248
AKLSan JoseAugust 4 to August 11$2,259
*Prices include taxes and fees
OriginDestinationTravel DatesFlights From*
SEAOaklandJune 28 to July 4$372
SEALos AngelesJune 28 to July 2$385
SEASanta AnaJune 28 to July 3$386
SEALos AngelesJune 28 to July 3$398
SEASan FranciscoJune 27 to June 29$406
SEASan DiegoJune 27 to June 29$447
PAESacramentoJune 27 to July 11$486
PAESan JoseJune 28 to July 15$530
EWRSan FranciscoJune 27 to June 29$542
LGALos AngelesJune 27 to July 4$570
EWRLos AngelesJune 28 to July 3$579
EWRLos AngelesJune 27 to June 28$602
BOSLos AngelesJune 28 to June 29$764
AKLLos AngelesJune 28 to July 2$1,154
AKLSan FranciscoJune 28 to July 21$1,259
*Prices include taxes and fees

Best California Flight and Hotel Packages

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Encore Inn Inglewood
2.5-star property

Encore Inn Inglewood

Sep 5 - Sep 7

2 night stay

Denver (DEN) to Los Angeles (LAX)

Frontier Airlines • Coach

Los Angeles (LAX) to Denver (DEN)

Southwest Airlines • Coach
Price was $540, price is now $236 per person
$236
per person
found 1 day ago
The Westin St. Francis San Francisco on Union Square
4.5-star property

The Westin St. Francis San Francisco on Union Square

Aug 27 - Aug 31

4 night stay

Dallas (DAL) to San Francisco (SFO)

Southwest Airlines • Roundtrip • Coach
Price was $1,649, price is now $729 per person
$729
per person
found 1 day ago
SIRTAJ - Beverly Hills
4.0-star property

SIRTAJ - Beverly Hills

Sep 3 - Sep 8

5 night stay

Denver (DEN) to Los Angeles (LAX)

Frontier Airlines • Roundtrip • Coach
Price was $1,317, price is now $622 per person
$622
per person
found 1 day ago
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Travelers ❤️ These California 🏨

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! (1,806 reviews)
"Amazing stay , and friendly staff. I stay for 5 days and it was wonderful."

Reviewed on Jun 25, 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.
8.4/10 Very Good! (5,431 reviews)
"Good clean room"

Reviewed on Jun 25, 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 Fisherman's Wharf and Cannery Row are located nearby.
9.2/10 Wonderful! (3,314 reviews)
"The room was very clean. It was a little run down. The door in the bathroom was repaired not very well a few times on the bottom which was unappealing. Also we were at a loss about the amenities provided by the hotel. They do have a refrigerator in the room. Staff was professional but no one told ..."

Reviewed on Jun 25, 2026

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The Westin Bonaventure Hotel and Suites, Los Angeles

The Westin Bonaventure Hotel and Suites, Los Angeles

4 out of 5
404 S Figueroa St Los Angeles CA
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Los Angeles. Enjoy a full-service spa, 3 restaurants, and 3 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. Popular attractions Crypto.com Arena and Dodger Stadium are located nearby.
9/10 Wonderful! (3,128 reviews)
"This is a great hotel right in the middle of downtown and close to everything. Building, elevator and rooms look a bit dated. There are convenience stores and restaurants withing the hotel but u can just walk around downtown for amazing food. I would recommend this if your plan is to spend a weekend ..."

Reviewed on Jun 25, 2026

Opens in a new windowThe Westin Bonaventure Hotel and Suites, Los Angeles
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 $145. 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 September 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 $145 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 $145 and $2,259. 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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