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$50+ Cheap flights from South Dakota to California

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FSD — LAX
Feb 25 — Mar 41
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Cheap flight deals from South Dakota to California

Keep the following information in mind while searching for South Dakota to California flight deals. Data was last updated February 20, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$108
(Booking.com)

One-way from

$50
(Frontier)

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$422

Good round-trip deal

$184 or less
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From South Dakota to California
One-way flight from South Dakota to California
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price ($26 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($6 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in February 2025
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Cheapest flights from South Dakota to California
Explore the most affordable flight options available from South Dakota to California. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 20, 2025.

This Booking.com 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 4/135:40 pmRAP - LAS
Nonstop2h 21mAllegiant Air
Thu 4/241:29 pmLAS - RAP
Nonstop2h 21mAllegiant Air
Deal found 2/20$108
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.
Wed 3/192:51 pmFSD - SAN
1 stop11h 29mFrontier
Wed 3/266:55 amSAN - FSD
1 stop4h 57mFrontier
Deal found 2/19$110
This Mytrip 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/72:36 pmFSD - SFO
1 stop12h 08mFrontier
Thu 4/107:47 pmSFO - FSD
1 stop15h 49mFrontier
Deal found 2/20$119
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.
Wed 3/122:51 pmFSD - LAX
1 stop11h 34mFrontier
Fri 3/146:30 amLAX - FSD
1 stop5h 22mFrontier
Deal found 2/19$134
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Mon 3/249:55 pmFSD - LAS
Nonstop3h 09mAllegiant Air
Sat 3/297:35 amLAS - FSD
Nonstop2h 44mAllegiant Air
Deal found 2/19$142
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.
Mon 3/172:35 pmFSD - SNA
1 stop22h 55mFrontier
Tue 3/2512:30 pmSNA - FSD
1 stop23h 22mFrontier
Deal found 2/19$150
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/18. 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.
Fri 3/72:51 pmFSD - LAS
1 stop22h 18mFrontier
Tue 3/117:28 pmLAS - FSD
1 stop16h 24mFrontier
Deal found 2/18$150
This Booking.com 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/129:59 pmFSD - LAS
Nonstop2h 56mMultiple Airlines
Thu 5/157:35 pmLAS - FSD
1 stop15h 48mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/19$154
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Wed 6/2512:04 pmFSD - LAX
Nonstop3h 30mAllegiant Air
Fri 8/13:42 pmLAX - FSD
Nonstop3h 07mAllegiant Air
Deal found 2/19$193
This American Airlines 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/25:53 pmFSD - LAS
1 stop6h 05mAmerican Airlines
Wed 4/97:00 amLAS - FSD
1 stop5h 09mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/19$199
This United Airlines 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 3/261:40 pmFSD - LAS
2 stops9h 07mUnited Airlines
Sat 3/293:10 pmLAS - FSD
1 stop6h 29mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/19$204
This American Airlines 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 3/265:53 pmFSD - SAN
1 stop8h 05mAmerican Airlines
Wed 4/26:18 amSAN - FSD
1 stop7h 17mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/20$209

Find flights from South Dakota to California within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from South Dakota 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.

Fly from

South Dakota

Fly to

California

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Rapid CityLas Vegas

RAP - LAS

RAPLAS

Rapid City

Sun 4/13

5:40 pm-7:01 pm

Nonstop2h 21m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Thu 4/24

1:29 pm-4:50 pm

Nonstop2h 21m

$108

Sioux FallsSan Francisco

FSD - SFO

FSDSFO

Sioux Falls Joe Foss Field

Mon 4/7

2:36 pm-12:44 am

1 stop12h 08m

San Francisco

Thu 4/10

7:47 pm-1:36 pm

1 stop15h 49m

$119

Sioux FallsLos Angeles

FSD - LAX

FSDLAX

Sioux Falls Joe Foss Field

Wed 3/12

2:51 pm-12:25 am

1 stop11h 34m

Los Angeles

Fri 3/14

6:30 am-1:52 pm

1 stop5h 22m

$134

Sioux FallsLas Vegas

FSD - LAS

FSDLAS

Sioux Falls Joe Foss Field

Mon 3/24

9:55 pm-11:04 pm

Nonstop3h 09m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Sat 3/29

7:35 am-12:19 pm

Nonstop2h 44m

$142

Sioux FallsSan Diego

FSD - SAN

FSDSAN

Sioux Falls Joe Foss Field

Mon 3/17

2:35 pm-11:48 am

1 stop23h 13m

San Diego

Wed 3/26

6:55 am-1:52 pm

1 stop4h 57m

$150

Sioux FallsLas Vegas

FSD - LAS

FSDLAS

Sioux Falls Joe Foss Field

Fri 3/7

2:51 pm-11:09 am

1 stop22h 18m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Tue 3/11

7:28 pm-1:52 pm

1 stop16h 24m

$150

Sioux FallsLas Vegas

FSD - LAS

FSDLAS

Sioux Falls Joe Foss Field

Mon 5/12

9:59 pm-10:55 pm

Nonstop2h 56m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Thu 5/15

7:35 pm-1:23 pm

1 stop15h 48m

$154

Sioux FallsLas Vegas

FSD - LAS

FSDLAS

Sioux Falls Joe Foss Field

Wed 4/2

4:14 pm-9:16 pm

1 stop7h 02m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Wed 4/9

8:00 am-5:00 pm

1 stop7h 00m

$199

Sioux FallsLas Vegas

FSD - LAS

FSDLAS

Sioux Falls Joe Foss Field

Wed 3/26

1:40 pm-8:47 pm

2 stops9h 07m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Sat 3/29

3:10 pm-11:39 pm

1 stop6h 29m

$204

Sioux FallsSan Diego

FSD - SAN

FSDSAN

Sioux Falls Joe Foss Field

Wed 3/26

5:53 pm-11:58 pm

1 stop8h 05m

San Diego

Wed 4/2

6:18 am-3:35 pm

1 stop7h 17m

$209

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Travel insights for flights from South Dakota to California

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

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

Find hourly flight availability from South Dakota 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 South Dakota 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 February 20, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines, Delta and United Airlines from South Dakota to California have to say. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Seleste,Dec 2024

FAT - SAN

The attention and efficiency of the staff and the good handling of the pilot

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Seleste,Dec 2024

FAT - SAN

The attention and efficiency of the staff and the good handling of the pilot

8.0
Very good

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Seleste,Dec 2024

FAT - SAN

The attention and efficiency of the staff and the good handling of the pilot

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Seleste,Dec 2024

FAT - SAN

The attention and efficiency of the staff and the good handling of the pilot

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Seleste,Dec 2024

FAT - SAN

The attention and efficiency of the staff and the good handling of the pilot

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Seleste,Dec 2024

FAT - SAN

The attention and efficiency of the staff and the good handling of the pilot

Related info for your journey

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Frontier, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $50. However, be on the lookout for offers from Allegiant Air and American Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from South Dakota to California for a low price.

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from South Dakota 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 South Dakota to California?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Dakota to California (average of $246). Flying from South Dakota 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 5 airlines flying from South Dakota to California

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Allegiant AirCheapest$99Average$172FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time88%
FrontierCheapest$99Average$256FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$219Average$391FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$236Average$332FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$242Average$464FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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