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$115+ Cheap flights from Dayton (DAY) to California

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DAY — LAX
Apr 16 — Apr 231
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Round-trip from

$229
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$115
(American Airlines)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$387
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Cheapest flights from Dayton to California
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Dayton to California. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 11, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/247:05 amDAY - SMF
1 stop6h 28mAmerican Airlines
Wed 5/2811:59 pmSMF - DAY
1 stop8h 43mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/10$229
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/245:38 pmDAY - LAS
1 stop8h 34mAmerican Airlines
Wed 5/2812:59 amLAS - DAY
1 stop7h 43mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/10$229
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/9. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/104:25 pmDAY - LAS
1 stop9h 19mDelta
Tue 5/137:05 amLAS - DAY
1 stop7h 55mDelta
Deal found 4/9$237
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 6/295:55 pmDAY - LAS
1 stop6h 57mUnited Airlines
Wed 7/28:30 pmLAS - DAY
2 stops10h 21mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/10$242
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/9. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/56:45 pmDAY - LAX
1 stop9h 07mDelta
Sun 5/119:45 pmLAX - DAY
1 stop9h 38mDelta
Deal found 4/9$277
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/9. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/146:00 amDAY - ONT
1 stop8h 08mDelta
Mon 5/1910:00 pmONT - DAY
1 stop9h 23mDelta
Deal found 4/9$279
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/305:28 pmDAY - SAN
1 stop9h 31mAmerican Airlines
Sat 6/71:11 pmSAN - DAY
1 stop6h 44mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/10$284
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/11. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/32:07 pmDAY - ONT
2 stops10h 51mAmerican Airlines
Wed 5/711:59 pmONT - DAY
1 stop8h 43mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/11$284
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 4/207:08 amDAY - PSP
1 stop7h 53mAmerican Airlines
Thu 4/2411:42 amPSP - DAY
1 stop6h 49mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/10$288
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/9. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/66:03 amDAY - SAN
1 stop7h 04mDelta
Wed 5/286:15 amSAN - DAY
1 stop8h 45mDelta
Deal found 4/9$289
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/11. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/61:54 pmDAY - SFO
1 stop10h 01mAmerican Airlines
Mon 5/1212:24 amSFO - DAY
1 stop8h 18mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/11$309
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/11. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 7/182:53 pmDAY - SJC
1 stop7h 57mDelta
Mon 7/2812:35 pmSJC - DAY
1 stop8h 21mDelta
Deal found 4/11$309

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Dayton to California that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated April 11, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Dayton to California that are best for you.

Fly from

Dayton

Fly to

California

Route

Depart

Return

Price

DaytonSacramento

DAY - SMF

DAYSMF

Dayton

Sat 5/24

7:05 am-10:33 am

1 stop6h 28m

Sacramento Intl

Wed 5/28

11:59 pm-11:42 am

1 stop8h 43m

$229

DaytonLas Vegas

DAY - LAS

DAYLAS

Dayton

Sat 5/24

5:38 pm-11:12 pm

1 stop8h 34m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Wed 5/28

12:59 am-11:42 am

1 stop7h 43m

$229

DaytonLas Vegas

DAY - LAS

DAYLAS

Dayton

Sat 5/10

4:25 pm-10:44 pm

1 stop9h 19m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Tue 5/13

7:05 am-6:00 pm

1 stop7h 55m

$237

DaytonLas Vegas

DAY - LAS

DAYLAS

Dayton

Sun 6/29

5:55 pm-9:52 pm

1 stop6h 57m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Wed 7/2

8:30 pm-9:51 am

2 stops10h 21m

$242

DaytonLos Angeles

DAY - LAX

DAYLAX

Dayton

Mon 5/5

6:45 pm-12:52 am

1 stop9h 07m

Los Angeles

Sun 5/11

9:45 pm-10:23 am

1 stop9h 38m

$277

DaytonOntario

DAY - ONT

DAYONT

Dayton

Wed 5/14

6:00 am-11:08 am

1 stop8h 08m

Ontario

Mon 5/19

10:00 pm-10:23 am

1 stop9h 23m

$279

DaytonSan Diego

DAY - SAN

DAYSAN

Dayton

Fri 5/30

5:28 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop9h 31m

San Diego

Sat 6/7

1:11 pm-10:55 pm

1 stop6h 44m

$284

DaytonOntario

DAY - ONT

DAYONT

Dayton

Sat 5/3

2:07 pm-9:58 pm

2 stops10h 51m

Ontario

Wed 5/7

11:59 pm-11:42 am

1 stop8h 43m

$284

DaytonSan Diego

DAY - SAN

DAYSAN

Dayton

Tue 5/6

6:03 am-10:07 am

1 stop7h 04m

San Diego

Wed 5/28

6:15 am-6:00 pm

1 stop8h 45m

$289

DaytonSan Francisco

DAY - SFO

DAYSFO

Dayton

Tue 5/6

1:54 pm-8:55 pm

1 stop10h 01m

San Francisco

Mon 5/12

12:24 am-11:42 am

1 stop8h 18m

$309

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Best time to book a flight from Dayton to California

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Dayton to California

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Dayton to California?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Dayton to California (average of $246). Flying from Dayton to California in June is currently the most expensive (average of $328). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from DAY to CA?

Find hourly flight availability from Dayton to California. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated April 11, 2025.

When flying from Dayton to California, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Rainfall in California by month

Plan your trip to California by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in California ranges from 0.0 - 3.4 inches per month. February is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.4 in. July is typically the driest time to visit California when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in California by month

Plan your trip to California by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to California, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 73.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 57.2 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing California

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to California. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to California. Reviews last updated April 11, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Dayton to California, such as Alaska Airlines, Delta and United Airlines. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,851 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,851 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,851 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,910 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,851 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,636 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,851 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >
Allegiant Air
7.3
Good
734 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,851 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,851 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Dayton to California?

    For a flight from Dayton to California, you will be flying from Dayton. Dayton (DAY) is just 10.0 mi from the center of the city.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Dayton to California one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $115 on American Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include United Airlines from $115 and Delta from $119 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from Dayton to California?

    When deciding which route to take from Dayton to California consider Dayton - Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl, Dayton - San Francisco or Dayton - Los Angeles as they are the most popular.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Dayton to California that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Dayton to California flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Dayton to California?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Dayton to California.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Dayton to California?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Dayton to California by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Dayton to California?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Dayton to California (average of $246). Flying from Dayton to California in June is currently the most expensive (average of $328). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 4 airlines flying from Dayton to California

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Dayton to California. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated April 11, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$130Average$180FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$230Average$413FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$269Average$470FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$287Average$495FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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