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$42+ Cheap flights from North America to California

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LAX — LAX
Apr 21 — Apr 281
Mon 4/21
Mon 4/28
1 adult, Economy
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Most accurate provider

Mytrip
3 stars

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Mytrip
3 stars

Round-trip from

$86
(Cheapflightsfares)

One-way from

$43
(Cheapflightsfares)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$407

Good round-trip deal

$36 or less

Good one-way deal

$35 or less
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Cheapest flights from North America to California
Explore the most affordable flight options available from North America to California. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 16, 2025.

This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/14. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/610:50 pmDFW - LAS
Nonstop3h 14mFrontier
Thu 5/86:30 amLAS - DFW
Nonstop2h 49mFrontier
Deal found 4/14$84
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/15. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/134:20 pmSEA - LAX
Nonstop2h 45mFrontier
Tue 5/205:35 pmLAX - SEA
Nonstop3h 07mFrontier
Deal found 4/15$87
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/15. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/64:28 pmDFW - LAS
Nonstop3h 00mMultiple Airlines
Tue 5/612:59 amLAS - DFW
Nonstop2h 48mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/15$90
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/15. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/17:35 pmSEA - LAX
Nonstop2h 52mMultiple Airlines
Sat 5/318:39 amLAX - SEA
Nonstop3h 07mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/15$97
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/15. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/209:02 pmORD - LAS
Nonstop4h 05mSpirit Airlines
Fri 5/2312:42 pmLAS - ORD
1 stop16h 00mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/15$100
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/14. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/22:30 pmSEA - LAX
Nonstop2h 53mSpirit Airlines
Tue 5/69:00 amLAX - SEA
1 stop15h 56mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/14$103
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/15. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/64:28 pmDFW - LAS
Nonstop3h 00mSpirit Airlines
Tue 5/67:02 pmLAS - DFW
1 stop13h 36mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/15$111
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/14. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/209:02 pmORD - LAS
Nonstop4h 05mMultiple Airlines
Sat 5/243:46 pmLAS - ORD
1 stop6h 06mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/14$123
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/15. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 6/117:55 pmSEA - LAX
Nonstop2h 44mHawaiian Airlines
Sat 6/145:15 pmLAX - SEA
Nonstop2h 45mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 4/15$152
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/15. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/67:00 pmEWR - LAS
Nonstop5h 37mSpirit Airlines
Thu 5/83:30 pmLAS - EWR
Nonstop4h 59mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/15$155
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/15. 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 5/1410:10 amSEA - LAX
Nonstop2h 46mAlaska Airlines
Thu 5/227:55 pmLAX - SEA
Nonstop2h 52mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 4/15$157
This SmartFares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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 SmartFares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/252:59 pmEWR - LAX
Nonstop5h 54mSpirit Airlines
Thu 10/210:00 pmLAX - EWR
Nonstop5h 33mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/16$161

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Customize your flight search to find flights from North America 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 16, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from North America to California that are best for you.

Fly from

North America

Fly to

California

Route

Depart

Return

Price

DallasLas Vegas

DFW - LAS

DFWLAS

Dallas/Fort Worth

Tue 5/6

10:50 pm-12:04 am

Nonstop3h 14m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Thu 5/8

6:30 am-11:19 am

Nonstop2h 49m

$84

SeattleLos Angeles

SEA - LAX

SEALAX

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Tue 5/13

4:20 pm-7:05 pm

Nonstop2h 45m

Los Angeles

Tue 5/20

5:35 pm-8:42 pm

Nonstop3h 07m

$87

DallasLas Vegas

DFW - LAS

DFWLAS

Dallas/Fort Worth

Tue 5/6

4:28 pm-5:28 pm

Nonstop3h 00m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Wed 5/7

10:07 am-3:07 pm

Nonstop3h 00m

$90

SeattleLos Angeles

SEA - LAX

SEALAX

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Thu 5/1

7:35 pm-10:27 pm

Nonstop2h 52m

Los Angeles

Tue 5/6

5:35 pm-8:42 pm

Nonstop3h 07m

$97

SeattleLos Angeles

SEA - LAX

SEALAX

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Fri 5/2

2:30 pm-5:23 pm

Nonstop2h 53m

Los Angeles

Tue 5/6

9:00 am-12:56 am

1 stop15h 56m

$103

DallasLas Vegas

DFW - LAS

DFWLAS

Dallas/Fort Worth

Tue 5/6

4:28 pm-5:28 pm

Nonstop3h 00m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Tue 5/6

7:02 pm-10:38 am

1 stop13h 36m

$111

ChicagoLas Vegas

ORD - LAS

ORDLAS

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 5/11

9:02 pm-11:07 pm

Nonstop4h 05m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Tue 5/13

12:42 pm-6:42 am

1 stop16h 00m

$128

ChicagoLas Vegas

ORD - LAS

ORDLAS

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 5/20

9:02 pm-11:07 pm

Nonstop4h 05m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Fri 5/23

3:03 pm-8:53 pm

Nonstop3h 50m

$134

SeattleLos Angeles

SEA - LAX

SEALAX

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Wed 5/14

4:15 pm-6:59 pm

Nonstop2h 44m

Los Angeles

Wed 5/14

7:59 pm-10:52 pm

Nonstop2h 53m

$151

SeattleLos Angeles

SEA - LAX

SEALAX

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Thu 6/12

7:55 pm-10:46 pm

Nonstop2h 51m

Los Angeles

Mon 6/16

8:10 pm-10:59 pm

Nonstop2h 49m

$153

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

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Best time to book a flight from North America to California

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to California from North America with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from North America to California

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from North America to California (average of $246). Flying from North America 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 NA to CA?

Find hourly flight availability from North America 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 16, 2025.

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

Weekly flight availability from North America to California

Explore weekly flight availability from North America 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 April 16, 2025.

The most flights from 0NA to USCA are scheduled on a Monday (173 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (89 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 April 16, 2025.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,876 reviews

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

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
9,876 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,876 reviews

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,282 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,876 reviews

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

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
7,916 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,876 reviews

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >
Hawaiian Airlines
7.9
Good
2,380 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,876 reviews

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

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
8,665 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,876 reviews

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

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 are the cheapest airlines to fly from North America to California one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is Frontier, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $43. However, be on the lookout for offers from Spirit Airlines and Hawaiian Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from North America to California for a low price.

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from North America 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 North America to California?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from North America to California (average of $246). Flying from North America 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 10 airlines flying from North America to California

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from North America 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 16, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$19Average$162FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$23Average$194FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$28Average$270FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
Avelo AirlinesCheapest$38Average$87FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
JetBlueCheapest$45Average$355FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$52Average$338FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
DeltaCheapest$55Average$358FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$57Average$373FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Breeze AirwaysCheapest$78Average$148FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$86Average$344FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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