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$133+ Cheap flights from Helena (HLN) 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 5/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
HLN — LAX
Mar 31 — Apr 71
Mon 3/31
Mon 4/7
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Round-trip from

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(Alaska Airlines)

One-way from

$133
(Delta)

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April

Average price

$311
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Cheapest flights from Helena to California
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Helena to California. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 26, 2025.

This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/227:29 pmHLN - SFO
1 stop14h 46mAlaska Airlines
Tue 4/2910:33 amSFO - HLN
1 stop7h 16mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 3/24$273
This Hawaiian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. 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 Hawaiian Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/184:19 pmHLN - SMF
1 stop6h 19mHawaiian Airlines
Tue 4/2212:58 pmSMF - HLN
1 stop4h 51mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 3/25$315
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/184:19 pmHLN - SMF
1 stop6h 19mAlaska Airlines
Tue 4/2210:00 amSMF - HLN
2 stops7h 49mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 3/25$321
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/24:11 pmHLN - SNA
1 stop7h 19mAlaska Airlines
Mon 10/68:00 amSNA - HLN
1 stop6h 43mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 3/24$328
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. 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.
Sat 8/25:39 pmHLN - SFO
1 stop6h 31mUnited Airlines
Sun 8/246:35 amSFO - HLN
1 stop5h 38mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/24$329
This Hawaiian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. 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 Hawaiian Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 6/214:08 pmHLN - LAS
1 stop6h 23mHawaiian Airlines
Wed 6/258:00 amLAS - HLN
1 stop6h 31mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 3/25$334
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 6/114:11 pmHLN - SJC
1 stop7h 27mAlaska Airlines
Sat 6/149:46 pmSJC - HLN
1 stop16h 45mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 3/24$343
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/227:29 pmHLN - FAT
1 stop27h 51mAlaska Airlines
Tue 4/297:44 pmFAT - HLN
1 stop22h 05mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 3/25$343
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. 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 6/235:45 amHLN - SFO
1 stop7h 28mDelta
Wed 6/255:30 amSFO - HLN
1 stop6h 08mDelta
Deal found 3/25$350
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. 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.
Sun 7/275:45 amHLN - LAX
1 stop4h 20mDelta
Sun 8/105:45 amLAX - HLN
1 stop5h 50mDelta
Deal found 3/25$351
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/247:29 pmHLN - SAN
1 stop5h 30mAlaska Airlines
Wed 4/308:55 amSAN - HLN
2 stops8h 54mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 3/24$361
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 6/214:08 pmHLN - LAS
1 stop6h 23mAlaska Airlines
Wed 6/252:49 pmLAS - HLN
2 stops23h 42mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 3/25$370

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Helena 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 March 26, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Helena to California that are best for you.

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Helena

Fly to

California

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Depart

Return

Price

HelenaSan Francisco

HLN - SFO

HLNSFO

Helena

Tue 4/22

7:29 pm-9:15 am

1 stop14h 46m

San Francisco

Tue 4/29

10:33 am-6:49 pm

1 stop7h 16m

$273

HelenaSacramento

HLN - SMF

HLNSMF

Helena

Fri 4/18

4:19 pm-9:38 pm

1 stop6h 19m

Sacramento Intl

Tue 4/22

12:58 pm-6:49 pm

1 stop4h 51m

$315

HelenaSacramento

HLN - SMF

HLNSMF

Helena

Fri 4/18

4:19 pm-9:38 pm

1 stop6h 19m

Sacramento Intl

Tue 4/22

10:00 am-6:49 pm

2 stops7h 49m

$321

HelenaSan Francisco

HLN - SFO

HLNSFO

Helena

Sat 8/2

5:39 pm-11:10 pm

1 stop6h 31m

San Francisco

Sun 8/24

6:35 am-1:13 pm

1 stop5h 38m

$329

HelenaLas Vegas

HLN - LAS

HLNLAS

Helena

Sat 6/21

4:08 pm-9:31 pm

1 stop6h 23m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Wed 6/25

8:00 am-3:31 pm

1 stop6h 31m

$334

HelenaSanta Ana

HLN - SNA

HLNSNA

Helena

Tue 4/29

7:29 pm-12:40 pm

2 stops18h 11m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sat 5/3

12:04 pm-6:49 pm

1 stop5h 45m

$334

HelenaSan Jose

HLN - SJC

HLNSJC

Helena

Wed 6/11

4:11 pm-10:38 pm

1 stop7h 27m

San Jose

Sat 6/14

9:46 pm-3:31 pm

1 stop16h 45m

$343

HelenaFresno

HLN - FAT

HLNFAT

Helena

Tue 4/22

7:29 pm-10:20 pm

1 stop27h 51m

Fresno Airterminal

Tue 4/29

7:44 pm-6:49 pm

1 stop22h 05m

$343

HelenaSan Francisco

HLN - SFO

HLNSFO

Helena

Mon 6/23

5:45 am-12:13 pm

1 stop7h 28m

San Francisco

Wed 6/25

5:30 am-12:38 pm

1 stop6h 08m

$350

HelenaLos Angeles

HLN - LAX

HLNLAX

Helena

Sun 7/27

5:45 am-9:05 am

1 stop4h 20m

Los Angeles

Sun 8/10

5:45 am-12:35 pm

1 stop5h 50m

$351

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

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Best time to book a flight from Helena to California

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

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Helena to California (average of $246). Flying from Helena to California in March is currently the most expensive (average of $330). 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 HLN to CA?

Find hourly flight availability from Helena 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 March 26, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Helena to California as you normally would.

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 March 26, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Helena to California, such as Alaska Airlines, Delta and Hawaiian Airlines. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,789 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,789 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,789 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,891 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,789 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them
Hawaiian Airlines
7.9
Good
2,331 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,789 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,608 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,789 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them

Related info for your journey

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

    Located just 2.7 mi from the city center, Helena (HLN) is the airport most travelers will use when flying to California from Helena.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Delta, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $133. However, be on the lookout for offers from Hawaiian Airlines and United Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from Helena to California for a low price.

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

    The most popular route from Helena to California is Helena - Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty. You may also consider Helena - Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl or Helena - Los Angeles.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Helena 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 Helena to California?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Helena to California (average of $246). Flying from Helena to California in March is currently the most expensive (average of $330). 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 3 airlines flying from Helena to California

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Helena 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 March 26, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$219Average$428FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
DeltaCheapest$236Average$422FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$339Average$559FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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