Question 1

How much is the cheapest flight to California?

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Your next trip doesn't have to cost a fortune. Within the last seven days, the cheapest roundtrip flight to California cost $48. 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.

Question 2

What is the cheapest month to fly to California?

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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.

Question 3

How can I check my flight status to California?

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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.

Question 4

How do I find the best deals on flights to California?

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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 $48 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.

Question 5

Why should I book my flight to California with Travelocity?

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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.

Question 6

What are the most popular flight routes to California?

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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.

Question 7

How much is a flight to California on average?

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In the last seven days, roundtrip flights to California were priced between $48 and $2,337. 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.

Question 8

How long is the average flight to California?

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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

Question 9

What can I expect on a flight to California?

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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.

Origin	Destination	Travel Dates	Flights From*
LAX	San Francisco	May 28 to May 31	$71
SEA	Santa Ana	June 3 to June 4	$75
SEA	Los Angeles	May 28 to June 2	$89
SEA	Los Angeles	June 3 to June 4	$91
ORD	Sacramento	May 30 to June 1	$143
EWR	San Jose	May 29 to June 4	$170
ORD	Los Angeles	May 29 to May 31	$171
BOS	Sacramento	July 4 to July 8	$228
BOS	Palm Springs	May 27 to June 3	$244
AKL	Los Angeles	May 21 to May 26	$836
AKL	San Francisco	May 29 to June 6	$1,013
AKL	San Diego	August 7 to August 10	$1,149
AKL	Sacramento	July 29 to August 11	$1,266
AKL	San Jose	July 3 to July 8	$1,368
AKL	Los Angeles	July 15 to September 12	$2,337

Origin	Destination	Travel Dates	Flights From*
SEA	Los Angeles	May 11 to May 19	$179
SEA	Los Angeles	May 9 to May 10	$229
SEA	San Jose	May 10 to May 12	$236
JFK	San Francisco	May 11 to May 17	$262
JFK	San Jose	May 11 to May 12	$266
SEA	Santa Ana	May 10 to May 12	$272
SEA	Sacramento	May 11 to May 11	$281
ORD	San Diego	May 11 to May 13	$312
JFK	Santa Ana	May 10 to May 17	$316
LGA	Sacramento	May 11 to May 19	$357
ORD	Sacramento	May 9 to May 12	$369
JFK	Los Angeles	May 11 to May 20	$373
JFK	Palm Springs	May 11 to May 12	$374
SEA	Los Angeles	May 9 to May 11	$389
PAE	Palm Springs	May 11 to May 24	$449

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