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, Nov 3 - Wed, Nov 4
SFO
San Francisco Intl.
LAX
Los Angeles Intl.
$38 Roundtrip, found 2 hours ago
$38
Roundtrip
found 2 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Tue, Nov 3 from San Francisco Intl. to Los Angeles Intl., returning Wed, Nov 4, priced at $38 found 2 hours ago
Sat, Aug 29 - Sat, Sep 19
SFO
San Francisco Intl.
SAN
San Diego Intl.
$48 Roundtrip, found 11 hours ago
$48
Roundtrip
found 11 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Sat, Aug 29 from San Francisco Intl. to San Diego Intl., returning Sat, Sep 19, priced at $48 found 11 hours ago
Tue, Aug 18 - Tue, Aug 18
SFO
San Francisco Intl.
ONT
Ontario Intl. Airport
$52 Roundtrip, found 20 hours ago
$52
Roundtrip
found 20 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Tue, Aug 18 from San Francisco Intl. to Ontario Intl. Airport, returning Tue, Aug 18, priced at $52 found 20 hours ago
Tue, Aug 25 - Tue, Aug 25
JFK
John F. Kennedy Intl.
SFO
San Francisco Intl.
$250 Roundtrip, found 17 hours ago
$250
Roundtrip
found 17 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Tue, Aug 25 from John F. Kennedy Intl. to San Francisco Intl., returning Tue, Aug 25, priced at $250 found 17 hours ago
Sat, Aug 29 - Tue, Sep 8
JFK
John F. Kennedy Intl.
SFO
San Francisco Intl.
$264 Roundtrip, just found
$264
Roundtrip
just found
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Sat, Aug 29 from John F. Kennedy Intl. to San Francisco Intl., returning Tue, Sep 8, priced at $264 just found
Wed, Oct 21 - Sat, Oct 24
JFK
John F. Kennedy Intl.
ONT
Ontario Intl. Airport
$277 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$277
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Delta flight, departing Wed, Oct 21 from John F. Kennedy Intl. to Ontario Intl. Airport, returning Sat, Oct 24, priced at $277 found 2 days ago
Wed, Oct 21 - Sat, Oct 24
JFK
John F. Kennedy Intl.
ONT
Ontario Intl. Airport
$277 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$277
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Wed, Oct 21 from John F. Kennedy Intl. to Ontario Intl. Airport, returning Sat, Oct 24, priced at $277 found 2 days ago
Thu, Nov 5 - Sun, Nov 8
JFK
John F. Kennedy Intl.
SMF
Sacramento Intl.
$282 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$282
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select Delta flight, departing Thu, Nov 5 from John F. Kennedy Intl. to Sacramento Intl., returning Sun, Nov 8, priced at $282 found 6 days ago
Fri, Oct 23 - Fri, Oct 23
JFK
John F. Kennedy Intl.
SAN
San Diego Intl.
$292 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$292
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select JetBlue Airways flight, departing Fri, Oct 23 from John F. Kennedy Intl. to San Diego Intl., returning Fri, Oct 23, priced at $292 found 1 hour ago
Wed, Oct 14 - Wed, Oct 21
JFK
John F. Kennedy Intl.
SMF
Sacramento Intl.
$297 Roundtrip, found 5 hours ago
$297
Roundtrip
found 5 hours ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Wed, Oct 14 from John F. Kennedy Intl. to Sacramento Intl., returning Wed, Oct 21, priced at $297 found 5 hours ago
Thu, Jan 21 - Wed, Jan 27
JFK
John F. Kennedy Intl.
OAK
Oakland Intl.
$309 Roundtrip, just found
$309
Roundtrip
just found
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Thu, Jan 21 from John F. Kennedy Intl. to Oakland Intl., returning Wed, Jan 27, priced at $309 just found
OriginDestinationTravel DatesFlights From*
SEASan DiegoSeptember 8 to September 12$137
SEASacramentoSeptember 1 to September 1$144
SEASan JoseNovember 4 to November 4$152
SEALos AngelesSeptember 16 to September 17$167
PAESanta AnaOctober 13 to October 13$206
EWRSan FranciscoSeptember 26 to September 29$260
EWRSanta AnaSeptember 16 to September 21$308
AKLLos AngelesOctober 26 to November 16$743
AKLSan FranciscoAugust 8 to August 12$815
AKLSan JoseOctober 18 to October 31$1,028
AKLSanta AnaOctober 20 to November 1$1,044
AKLSan DiegoOctober 14 to October 19$1,365
AKLSacramentoSeptember 1 to September 8$1,377
AKLLos AngelesSeptember 1 to September 8$1,822
AKLOaklandAugust 20 to August 27$2,933
*Prices include taxes and fees
OriginDestinationTravel DatesFlights From*
SEALos AngelesJuly 25 to July 27$367
SEAOaklandJuly 25 to August 8$385
SEASan FranciscoJuly 26 to August 4$386
BOSSacramentoJuly 25 to July 31$414
SEASanta AnaJuly 25 to July 28$425
PAELos AngelesJuly 25 to August 19$425
SEASacramentoJuly 26 to July 27$431
SEACarlsbadJuly 25 to August 8$439
SEASan JoseJuly 26 to July 29$440
JFKLos AngelesJuly 26 to September 12$530
EWRSan FranciscoJuly 25 to July 27$555
EWRSanta AnaJuly 25 to July 26$559
EWRCarlsbadJuly 25 to August 1$562
AKLLos AngelesJuly 26 to July 28$1,137
AKLSacramentoJuly 26 to July 30$1,504
*Prices include taxes and fees

Best California Flight and Hotel Packages

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Le Bon Hotel Hollywood
2.0-star property

Le Bon Hotel Hollywood

Sep 3 - Sep 8

5 night stay

Denver (DEN) to Los Angeles (LAX)

Frontier Airlines • Roundtrip • Coach
Price was $757, price is now $364 per person
$364
per person
found 1 day ago
The Sofia Hotel
3.5-star property

The Sofia Hotel

Sep 25 - Sep 29

4 night stay

Denver (DEN) to San Diego (SAN)

Frontier Airlines • Roundtrip • Coach
Price was $1,022, price is now $374 per person
$374
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 $1,304, price is now $531 per person
$531
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.
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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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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! (3,443 reviews)
"Our only complaint is the elevators are too small, everything else was perfect! We went with our two small kids and had the best time."

Reviewed on Jul 23, 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.
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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 November 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 $2,933. 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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