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$47+ Cheap flights from Fort Lauderdale (FLL) to California

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 3/26. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
FLL — LAX
Feb 25 — Mar 41
Tue 2/25
Tue 3/4
1 adult, Economy
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Round-trip from

$129
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One-way from

$47
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Average price

$227

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Mon 3/104:33 pmFLL - LAX
1 stop9h 27mSpirit Airlines
Tue 3/1111:40 pmLAX - FLL
1 stop9h 24mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 2/19$129
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Mon 3/104:33 pmFLL - LAS
1 stop9h 21mSpirit Airlines
Wed 3/1210:30 pmLAS - FLL
Nonstop4h 35mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 2/19$135
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/63:43 pmFLL - LAS
1 stop8h 36mMultiple Airlines
Wed 3/197:05 amLAS - FLL
1 stop10h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/20$144
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 3/112:33 pmFLL - LAX
1 stop12h 02mFrontier
Tue 3/119:30 pmLAX - FLL
1 stop10h 53mFrontier
Deal found 2/19$155
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Thu 4/38:20 pmFLL - BUR
1 stop14h 05mSpirit Airlines
Wed 4/96:10 pmBUR - FLL
1 stop8h 50mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 2/18$160
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Tue 3/119:05 pmFLL - OAK
1 stop15h 30mSpirit Airlines
Tue 3/185:52 pmOAK - FLL
1 stop9h 13mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 2/19$165
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/277:00 amFLL - LAX
Nonstop5h 58mMultiple Airlines
Sat 3/299:30 pmLAX - FLL
1 stop11h 33mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/20$165
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Wed 3/56:10 amFLL - SJC
2 stops21h 05mSpirit Airlines
Tue 3/112:19 pmSJC - FLL
1 stop12h 46mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 2/19$166
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Wed 3/198:20 pmFLL - SNA
1 stop16h 37mSpirit Airlines
Tue 3/253:33 pmSNA - FLL
2 stops18h 27mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 2/20$168
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Fri 3/712:23 pmFLL - SFO
1 stop13h 36mFrontier
Tue 3/1111:52 pmSFO - FLL
1 stop8h 31mFrontier
Deal found 2/20$170
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 3/229:25 pmFLL - LAS
1 stop16h 13mFrontier
Sat 3/2911:00 pmLAS - FLL
1 stop10h 03mFrontier
Deal found 2/20$170
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Wed 4/166:00 amFLL - SFO
Nonstop6h 27mJetBlue
Wed 4/238:00 amSFO - FLL
Nonstop5h 33mJetBlue
Deal found 2/20$179

Find flights from Fort Lauderdale to California within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Fort Lauderdale 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 February 20, 2025.

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Fort Lauderdale

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Price

Fort LauderdaleLos Angeles

FLL - LAX

FLLLAX

Fort Lauderdale

Mon 3/10

4:33 pm-11:00 pm

1 stop9h 27m

Los Angeles

Tue 3/11

11:40 pm-12:04 pm

1 stop9h 24m

$129

Fort LauderdaleLas Vegas

FLL - LAS

FLLLAS

Fort Lauderdale

Mon 3/10

4:33 pm-10:54 pm

1 stop9h 21m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Wed 3/12

10:30 pm-6:05 am

Nonstop4h 35m

$135

Fort LauderdaleLas Vegas

FLL - LAS

FLLLAS

Fort Lauderdale

Thu 3/6

3:43 pm-9:19 pm

1 stop8h 36m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Wed 3/19

7:05 am-8:30 pm

1 stop10h 25m

$144

Fort LauderdaleLos Angeles

FLL - LAX

FLLLAX

Fort Lauderdale

Wed 3/5

7:30 am-3:43 pm

1 stop11h 13m

Los Angeles

Mon 3/10

9:30 pm-11:33 am

1 stop11h 03m

$160

Fort LauderdaleBurbank

FLL - BUR

FLLBUR

Fort Lauderdale

Thu 4/3

8:20 pm-7:25 am

1 stop14h 05m

Burbank Bob Hope

Wed 4/9

6:10 pm-6:00 am

1 stop8h 50m

$160

Fort LauderdaleOakland

FLL - OAK

FLLOAK

Fort Lauderdale

Tue 3/11

9:05 pm-9:35 am

1 stop15h 30m

Oakland

Tue 3/18

5:52 pm-6:05 am

1 stop9h 13m

$165

Fort LauderdaleSan Jose

FLL - SJC

FLLSJC

Fort Lauderdale

Wed 3/5

6:10 am-12:15 am

2 stops21h 05m

San Jose

Tue 3/11

2:19 pm-6:05 am

1 stop12h 46m

$166

Fort LauderdaleSanta Ana

FLL - SNA

FLLSNA

Fort Lauderdale

Wed 3/19

8:20 pm-9:57 am

1 stop16h 37m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Tue 3/25

3:33 pm-1:00 pm

2 stops18h 27m

$168

Fort LauderdaleSan Francisco

FLL - SFO

FLLSFO

Fort Lauderdale

Fri 3/7

12:23 pm-10:59 pm

1 stop13h 36m

San Francisco

Tue 3/11

11:52 pm-11:23 am

1 stop8h 31m

$170

Fort LauderdaleLas Vegas

FLL - LAS

FLLLAS

Fort Lauderdale

Sat 3/22

9:25 pm-10:38 am

1 stop16h 13m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Sat 3/29

11:00 pm-12:03 pm

1 stop10h 03m

$170

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Fort Lauderdale to California (average of $246). Flying from Fort Lauderdale to California in March is currently the most expensive (average of $344). 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 FLL to CA?

Find hourly flight availability from Fort Lauderdale 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 February 20, 2025.

When flying from Fort Lauderdale 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.

Weekly flight availability from Fort Lauderdale to California

Explore weekly flight availability from Fort Lauderdale to California. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated February 20, 2025.

The most flights from FLL to USCA are scheduled on a Thursday (17 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (2 on average).

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 February 20, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Southwest, Alaska Airlines and Delta from Fort Lauderdale to California by reading reviews from past customers. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,692 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,220 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

Hawaiian Airlines
7.9
Good
2,317 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

JetBlue
7.4
Good
3,070 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

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

    Located just 3.4 mi from the city center, Fort Lauderdale (FLL) is the airport most travelers will use when flying to California from Fort Lauderdale.

  • How popular is this Fort Lauderdale to California flight route?

    The Fort Lauderdale to California flight path was viewed by 19 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

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

    $47 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Spirit Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Frontier and JetBlue, with prices starting from $78 and $100, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from Fort Lauderdale to California?

    When deciding which route to take from Fort Lauderdale to California consider Fort Lauderdale - Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl, Fort Lauderdale - Los Angeles or Fort Lauderdale - Burbank Bob Hope as they are the most popular.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Fort Lauderdale to California?

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Fort Lauderdale to California are Alaska Airlines (89%), Qantas Airways (89%) and Air Tahiti Nui (89%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Fort Lauderdale to California?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Fort Lauderdale to California? While on average our users pay $916, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $103. The most popular route (Fort Lauderdale - Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl), is priced around $105.

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Fort Lauderdale to California (average of $246). Flying from Fort Lauderdale to California in March is currently the most expensive (average of $344). 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 8 airlines flying from Fort Lauderdale to California

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from Fort Lauderdale 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 February 20, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$81Average$155FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$99Average$366FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$107Average$255FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
American AirlinesCheapest$109Average$396FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
JetBlueCheapest$123Average$325FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$134Average$399FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
United AirlinesCheapest$163Average$417FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$276Average$506FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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