Cheap Flights to California from $28 (2026/2027)

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Sun, May 3 - Sun, May 10
SFO
San Francisco Intl.
SAN
San Diego Intl.
$56 Roundtrip, just found
$56
Roundtrip
just found
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Sun, May 3 from San Francisco Intl. to San Diego Intl., returning Sun, May 10, priced at $56 just found
Tue, Mar 10 - Wed, Mar 11
SFO
San Francisco Intl.
LAX
Los Angeles Intl.
$56 Roundtrip, just found
$56
Roundtrip
just found
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Tue, Mar 10 from San Francisco Intl. to Los Angeles Intl., returning Wed, Mar 11, priced at $56 just found
Mon, Mar 30 - Thu, Apr 2
SFO
San Francisco Intl.
ONT
Los Angeles - Ontario Intl.
$79 Roundtrip, found 10 hours ago
$79
Roundtrip
found 10 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Mon, Mar 30 from San Francisco Intl. to Los Angeles - Ontario Intl., returning Thu, Apr 2, priced at $79 found 10 hours ago
Mon, Apr 27 - Fri, May 1
SFO
San Francisco Intl.
SNA
John Wayne
$88 Roundtrip, found 3 hours ago
$88
Roundtrip
found 3 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Mon, Apr 27 from San Francisco Intl. to John Wayne, returning Fri, May 1, priced at $88 found 3 hours ago
Tue, Apr 7 - Tue, Apr 7
SFO
San Francisco Intl.
LAX
Los Angeles Intl.
$92 Roundtrip, found 15 hours ago
$92
Roundtrip
found 15 hours ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Tue, Apr 7 from San Francisco Intl. to Los Angeles Intl., returning Tue, Apr 7, priced at $92 found 15 hours ago
Sat, Apr 18 - Sat, Apr 25
SFO
San Francisco Intl.
LAX
Los Angeles Intl.
$97 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$97
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Delta flight, departing Sat, Apr 18 from San Francisco Intl. to Los Angeles Intl., returning Sat, Apr 25, priced at $97 found 1 hour ago
Sat, Apr 18 - Sat, Apr 25
SFO
San Francisco Intl.
LAX
Los Angeles Intl.
$97 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$97
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Sat, Apr 18 from San Francisco Intl. to Los Angeles Intl., returning Sat, Apr 25, priced at $97 found 1 hour ago
Sat, May 2 - Sat, May 9
SFO
San Francisco Intl.
LAX
Los Angeles Intl.
$97 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$97
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Sat, May 2 from San Francisco Intl. to Los Angeles Intl., returning Sat, May 9, priced at $97 found 1 day ago
Tue, Feb 24 - Sat, Mar 7
EWR
Newark Liberty Intl. Airport
LAX
Los Angeles Intl.
$107 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$107
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Tue, Feb 24 from Newark Liberty Intl. Airport to Los Angeles Intl., returning Sat, Mar 7, priced at $107 found 1 day ago
Sat, Feb 28 - Mon, Mar 2
JFK
John F. Kennedy Intl.
SFO
San Francisco Intl.
$160 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$160
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Sat, Feb 28 from John F. Kennedy Intl. to San Francisco Intl., returning Mon, Mar 2, priced at $160 found 1 hour ago
Tue, Mar 3 - Tue, Mar 10
JFK
John F. Kennedy Intl.
LAX
Los Angeles Intl.
$177 Roundtrip, found 5 hours ago
$177
Roundtrip
found 5 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Tue, Mar 3 from John F. Kennedy Intl. to Los Angeles Intl., returning Tue, Mar 10, priced at $177 found 5 hours ago
OriginDestinationTravel DatesFlights From*
SEALos AngelesApril 15 to April 22$66
PAESan FranciscoMarch 24 to March 24$137
SEASan JoseFebruary 25 to February 25$146
SEALos AngelesApril 18 to April 25$157
SEALos AngelesMarch 1 to March 9$157
JFKSan JoseApril 20 to April 23$200
LGAOaklandMarch 12 to March 16$239
AKLLos AngelesMarch 26 to April 7$771
AKLSan FranciscoApril 15 to May 3$771
AKLLos AngelesMarch 7 to March 25$856
AKLSan DiegoFebruary 20 to February 25$1,000
AKLSacramentoApril 14 to April 24$1,086
AKLSan JoseMarch 1 to March 15$1,133
AKLSanta AnaMarch 1 to March 8$1,625
AKLLos AngelesMarch 29 to March 29$2,136
*Prices include taxes and fees
OriginDestinationTravel DatesFlights From*
SEASan FranciscoFebruary 13 to February 17$325
SEALos AngelesFebruary 15 to February 19$330
LGASan JoseFebruary 15 to March 7$342
SEASacramentoFebruary 14 to March 1$343
SEASanta AnaFebruary 14 to February 15$351
JFKOaklandFebruary 14 to February 24$353
SEALos AngelesFebruary 15 to February 19$379
SEASan DiegoFebruary 13 to February 15$385
EWRLos AngelesFebruary 15 to February 18$457
ORDSan JoseFebruary 15 to February 27$474
BOSSacramentoFebruary 15 to February 19$535
AKLLos AngelesFebruary 15 to February 22$771
AKLSan FranciscoFebruary 13 to February 20$774
AKLSan DiegoFebruary 15 to February 21$814
AKLSacramentoFebruary 15 to March 20$864
*Prices include taxes and fees
Nov 24, 2019

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Oakland to Santa Ana · JetBlue Airways

Best California Flight and Hotel Packages

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The LEEF Hotel
2.0-star property

The LEEF Hotel

Apr 15 - Apr 22

7 night stay

Dallas (DAL) to Los Angeles (LAX)

Southwest Airlines • Roundtrip • Coach
Save 100% on your flight
Price was $1,023, price is now $509 per person
$509
per person
found 1 day ago
Royal Sun Palm Springs
4.0-star property

Royal Sun Palm Springs

Apr 12 - Apr 16

4 night stay

Minneapolis (MSP) to Los Angeles (LAX)

Sun Country Airlines • Roundtrip • Coach
Price was $1,191, price is now $557 per person
$557
per person
found 13 hours ago
Los Angeles Deluxe Suites - 2 Bedrooms & 2 Bathrooms
4.5-star property

Los Angeles Deluxe Suites - 2 Bedrooms & 2 Bathrooms

May 1 - May 6

5 night stay

Detroit (DTW) to Los Angeles (LAX)

Spirit Airlines • Roundtrip • Coach
Price was $1,470, price is now $744 per person
$744
per person
found 7 hours ago
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Travelers ❤️ These California 🏨

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 Pier 39 and Golden Gate Bridge are located nearby.
8.8/10 Excellent! (5,231 reviews)
Room was very clean, enjoyed our stay in San Francisco

Reviewed on Feb 4, 2026

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Best Western Plus Stovall's Inn

Best Western Plus Stovall's Inn

2.5 out of 5
1110 W Katella Ave Anaheim CA
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Anaheim. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. Popular attractions Disney California Adventure® Park and Downtown Disney® District are located nearby.
8.8/10 Excellent! (3,595 reviews)
Room was well equipped and clean. TV has good choice of channels

Reviewed on Feb 1, 2026

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Clementine Hotel & Suites Anaheim

Clementine Hotel & Suites Anaheim

3 out of 5
1700 S Clementine St Anaheim CA
Book a stay at this family-friendly hotel in Anaheim. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions Disney California Adventure® Park and Disneyland® Resort are located nearby.
9/10 Wonderful! (2,333 reviews)
Staff courteous. Breakfast staff were great. We arrived at 935 and they made my son a waffle. So nice.

Reviewed on Feb 5, 2026

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Hyatt Place LAX/Century Blvd

Hyatt Place LAX/Century Blvd

3.5 out of 5
5959 W. CENTURY BLVD Los Angeles CA
Stay at this hotel in Los Angeles. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. Popular attractions Kia Forum and SoFi Stadium are located nearby.
8.6/10 Excellent! (8,134 reviews)
We had a great stay

Reviewed on Feb 1, 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 $56. 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 $56 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 $56 and $2,136. 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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